Child Development Lab

Online enrollment for the Child Development Lab, Community Ed Preschool, Montessori and Spanish programs will be done at our registration site: www.rpssignmeup.com and will begin Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.   A $200.00 non-refundable deposit is required to register.

At the Child Development Lab, children have many opportunities to learn independence, make decisions, develop creativity and practice social and kindergarten readiness skills in an environment of caring, qualified instructors and students.  Curiosity and a love of learning are developed through experiences with nature, art and family focused activities.

This program is located at Rockford High School and utilizes high school students enrolled in child development and life skills classes in this program.  Classes meet 2 ½ hours each M/W/F or T/TH, morning or afternoon.   All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid.  Visit us on Facebook.

2019-2020 Class Offerings:

3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs.  9:00–11:30 am Cost: $1,000.00 a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

3 yr. old class Mon./Wed./Fri.  9:00–11:30 am Cost: $1,500.00 a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

4 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 12:30-3:00 pm Cost: $1,000.00 a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

4 yr. old class Mon./Wed./Fri. 12:30-3:00 pm Cost: $1,500.00 a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

2018-19 Important Dates (Updated 2.19.19):

Mar. 5 – CLOSED – High School Student Orientation in the Lab

Community Education Preschool

Online enrollment for the Community Ed, Child Development Lab, Montessori and Spanish preschool programs will be done at our registration site, www.rpssignmeup.com  and will begin Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.    A non-refundable deposit is required to register.

Our Community Education preschool has earned a 4-Star rating through Great Start to Quality, a governing organization that has established high program standards of quality for early childhood programs in Michigan.   This program helps children develop the ability to work and play together in an enjoyable group setting that utilizes a developmentally appropriate kindergarten readiness curriculum.   Students are exposed to and practice social and cognitive skills with a focus on environmental topics.

This program is for children three and four years old.  All of our staff are trained in early childhood, CPR and first aid.  Visit us on Facebook.

2019-2020 Community Ed Preschool Class Offerings:

3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 8:15–10:15 am Cost: $675.00 – a $100.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 10:30–12:30 pm Cost: $675.00 – a $100.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

4 yr. old class Mon. – Thurs. 8:45–11:15 am Cost: $1,600.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

4 yr. old class Mon. – Thurs. 11:45–2:15 pm Cost: $1,600.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

2018-19 Important Dates (updated 2.19.19): 

March 25th & 26th – Last Days Before Spring Break

April 8th & 9th – School Resumes

Montessori

Online enrollment for the Montessori, Child Development Lab, Community Ed and Spanish preschool programs will be done at www.rpssignmeup.com and will begin Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.    A $500.00 non-refundable deposit is required to register.

The Montessori program has earned a 4-Star rating through Great Start to Quality, a governing organization that has established high program standards of quality for early childhood programs in Michigan.

This program introduces children to practical living skills, sensory education, language, math, science, cultural activities, art, music and movement.  Hands-on activities are designed to help children develop a sense of order, concentration, coordination and independence in this child-centered environment.  A mix of ages of three & four year olds is a key premise of the philosophy.  All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid.  Visit us on Facebook.

2019-2020 Class Offerings:

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: $3,700.00 a $500.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

Monday-Friday 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.  Cost $3,700.00 a $500.00 non-refundable deposit due at registration

2018-19 Important Dates (updated 2.19.19):

Mar. 6 & 7 – Parent Teacher Conferences

Mar. 8 – CLOSED – No School

Mar. 28 – Apr. 7 – CLOSED – Spring Break

Spanish Preschool

Online enrollment for the Spanish, Child Development Lab, Community Ed and Montessori programs will be done at www.rpssignmeup.com and will begin Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.   A $200.00 non-refundable deposit is required to register.

This blended program for three and four year olds introduces the Spanish language through hands-on learning, preschool games, songs, read alouds and movement activities.  Each month focuses on a different theme such as colors, numbers, animals, etc.  Children must be 3 and/or 4 by September 1 of the current school year.  All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid.  Visit us on Facebook.

2019-2020 Spanish Preschool Offerings:

3 & 4 yr. old Blended class Mon./Wed./Fri.  9:15–11:45 am – Cost: $1,800.00

A $200.00 non-refundable registration fee is due at registration.

3 & 4 yr. old Blended class Mon./Wed./Fri. 12:30–3:00 pm – Cost: $1,800.00

A $200.00 non-refundable registration fee is due at registration.

2018-19 Important Dates (updated 2.19.19)

Mar. 21 & 22 – Parent Teacher Conferences

Mar. 28 – Apr. 7 – Closed – Spring Break