Language(s) spoken with children by staff: English, Spanish, Russian
Social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum or approach: Yes
Culturally specific program: Gervais Early Learning Center provides focused instruction in Spanish and Russian for part of the day. We purposefully celebrate the traditions and cultures of our diverse classroom and staff through our literature, art, music, and celebrations. We actively seek volunteers from the diverse cultures represented in our classroom to work with us in providing authentic cultural experiences and activities.
Educational philosophy or approach: Providing iniitial exposure to school and broadening of a child's world. Preschool children will learn to strengthen their social/emotional development and self-confidence; preschool promotes school readiness, academics, language and cognitive skills. Preschool provides an environment for children to explore, gain a sense of self, play with peers and build self-confidence. The children learn they can accomplish tasks and make decisions. Preschool is a year children will develop more feelings and perceptions, form ideas and have broad experiences around culture and equity.
Years in operation: 5
Other services provided: Parenting education; family nights; parent advisory group, council, committee; parent volunteer opportunities; migrant/seasonal education; referrals to service providers such as WESD; home visiting
Type of program setting: School district
Mode of learning: In-person instruction
Bilingual preschool program: Yes
Extended care (before and/or after the Preschool Promise day) available: Yes
Experience or specialized training: Dual language learners
