Register now for one of our 2010-2011 preschool programs.
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Our Mission
Providing an early childhood educational program that integrates faith and learning to help students succeed academically, develop socially, and grow spiritually in Christ's love.
Understanding that the early years of a child's development are critical to establishing a foundation for success, we partner with the families to help build self esteem, compassion for others, independence, social development and a joy of learning. A core theme in our curriculum is the teaching of the love of God revealed to us in Christ, in addition to preparing the children for kindergarten. All of this is offered in a safe and loving environment.
Our three year old class meets twice a week, and the four year old class three times a week starting in September and ending the last week of May.
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3 year old class - T & Th |
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4 year old class - M, W, F |
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4 year old Kinder-Prep class – M,W, F |
Children should be the appropriate age by September 1st of that year and should be independant in the bathroom unless there is an underlying medical condition.
Please feel free to contact us at (717) 303-9870 to answer any questions you might have.
We welcome the opportunity to get to know you better and help you in your discernment process. We understand the importance and delicate nature of finding a preschool home that meets your needs and would love to walk with you through this process.
Kim Elicker - Lead Teacher of 3 and 4 year old programs
Kim Elicker was instrumental in the vision, start-up and realization of Zion Preschool. She is a graduate of Susquehanna University. She holds a B.S. in Elementary Education with a minor in music.
Kim has over 12 years of teaching experience in early childhood education and is excited to continue her career at Zion's preschool. Kim is an active member of Zion. She enjoys helping with Vacation Bible School, teaching Sunday school, and leading a string ensemble during worship. Kim enjoys spending time with her husband and son, reading, sewing and scrapbooking.
Kim will lead a class of up to 15 children with the help of a qualified assistant teacher.Cherie Pederson - K-Prep Lead Teacher, 3 year old program assistant teacher
Cherie Pedersen came to Zion with experience working with all age groups. In the fall after college, Cherie started working with the 2 year olds at UCP of Central Pennsylvania. In February of 2001, Cherie answered her calling to go to the public school system where she spent 8.5 years servicing children in kindergarten thorugh 6th grade. Cherie has an instructional II certificate in special education N-12 and secondary social studies. Cherie also received her Masters of Education with an emphasis in Special Education from Grand Canyon University.
"My experience at Zion Preschool has given me the opportunity to help young children learn and grow, while spending more time at home wiht my own children."Pat Carnathan - 4 year old program assistant teacher
Pat Carnathan began teaching in Zion Lutheran’s Preschool in the class for four year olds in March 2007. Pat is a graduate of Shippensburg University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She has enjoyed eleven years of teaching in preschool and lower grades for area faith-based and public schools. In 2007, she graduated from the Guest Teacher Program sponsored by the Capital Area Intermediate Unit to prepare for her return to the classroom.
Pat is retired after 27 years with the Senate of PA with an active record of administrative and legislative accomplishments. Currently Pat’s pet projects are Chairman of Developmental Board for Cathedral Consolidated School Harrisburg and librarian assistant on the Lower Dauphin Communities That Care Bookmobile. Pat’s out of school time is freely shared with her husband, Bob and two grandsons.
Fundraising
Please help support Zion Lutheran Preschool by registering your Giant bonus card online (using our school number 02399). The preschool receives 1% of your purchases, and you can register up to 2 schools. This does not affect your discounts or any Giant promotions. We also collect MOO caps from Turkey Hill, Campbell’s Soup Labels and Karn’s receipts. There are designated drop-off folders hanging outside the preschool office. Thank you for your support.
Financial Assistance
The Preschool is working hard to obtain financial assistance and scholarships for those families in need. If you would like more information about assistance, please notify Deacon Marsha Roscoe.
We Believe That...
Stable, nurturing relationships and enriching experiences are necessary for a child's intellectual, emotional and spiritual development.
Young children learn best in an environment that encourages a lifelong love for learning. Zion Preschool offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum in the form of creative, engaging and interactive lessons and activities to include language, math, science and social skills. Our theme-based curriculum will include circle time, snack, art, stories, large muscle play and free play.
Because children are concrete thinkers and relate best to experience, it is important for them to experience Christ's love and learn about the Gospel at an early age. Children who learn about unconditional love will build a positive sense of self-worth and a strong regard for others, which they can carry with them for the rest of their lives.
Zion Lutheran Preschool admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
