pre-school at pizzo elementary narrated by mary marrs
TRANSCRIPT
What is different about your classroom this year?
• Larger room with pre-k furniture
• Defined space for play and work
• New materials
How did you set up the classroom?
• Well defined areas where children knew their boundaries
• Safe and comfortable spaces
• Consider noise levels for activities
• Secure furniture to avoid accidents
What curriculum do you use?
• DLM curriculum by SRA with literacy, math, science and social studies components
• Language For Learning Program by SRA
• DLM requires some modifications to fit the needs of individual students
What benefits have been seen by the teachers?
• Children are happy• Children are successful• Children interact more• Wonderful new materials• Teacher pride• Enjoyment of students• Teacher collaboration• Teacher growth
What benefits have the families experienced?
• Family dinner• Visit the classroom and see activities• Mingle with new friends• See a typical day through a slide show• Experience pride in their child
participating• Interacting and connecting with other
families