Sure Start

Teaching Philosophy
Sure Start teachers run a developmentally appropriate early childhood program.   Each child is seen as an individual with a variety of wants and needs.  DoDDS pre-school standards, parent and community input, and observations are used throughout the year for planning.   This ensures our program is fit for children and families with various backgrounds.

The Sure Start program was modeled and designed after the Head Start Program found in many state- side schools.  It is a free full day program which incorporates education, health, social services and parent involvement.  All children are required to go through medical, dental and developmental screenings.  Nutritious snacks and lunches are provided and served daily.   Parents play an active role in their child's education through the required parent involvement hours and parent meeting.  The core of the program is based on developmentally appropriate practices.  The environment, materials, routines and activities are appropriate for each child's age, individual needs and cultures. 

 Children must turn 4 years old by October 31 of the current school year in order to be considered for enrollment.  Priority is given to families whose rank is E-4 or below.  All others will be considered if space is available after E-4s and below have been placed.  All applications are reviewed and rated based on established criteria for Sure Start.   Applications are accepted throughout the year and considered when space becomes available.    Please pick up an application at Hainerberg  Elementary School, the local CDC or the Welcome Center. 
 

1/18/04