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Our school brings students and families together all year!
If you are new to the area or returning home, you can count on First Presbyterian Preschool to provide a feeling of community for your family.
Lifelong friendships are built here.
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We like to think there is a sense of belonging for not just our students, but our families too.
Annual Fall + Spring Gatherings
All students and families are welcomed at an event to see friends, old and new.Moms’ Night and Dads’ Night
Students share their classroom with mom and dad separately (or another special grown-up), introducing new friends and showing favorite activities.Annual Art Fair
Students’ artwork is proudly showcased while each class’ thematic projects are displayed as well.Striving to stay competitive and thriving, social fundraising events provide scholarships, enrichment training for staff, and classroom equipment improvements. Last year, the school added another classroom from these fundraising efforts.
Fall Fundraiser
Hosted by our parent board, this event brings teachers and parents together for a fun evening in support of the school. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year.Our school inspires parent involvement. A dedicated parent board meets monthly with key educators to create a holistic viewpoint to best serve First Presbyterian Preschool’s needs.
Please, meet our parent board or reach out for ways to get involved! From making playdough for the classrooms to serving as a library aide, there are so many ways – big and small – to get involved!
2023 – 2024 Parent Board
Chair – Amy Mynhier (mynhieramy@gmail.com)
Chair Emeritus – Mary Birkhauser
Secretary – Brittany Smith
Communications – Katherine Teske, Kristi Bernardi
Parent Programs – Mallory Babel, Sylvia Baldwin, Wendy Laesch
Fundraising – Caitlin Bourne, Nicole Buttron, Brooke Hubbach, Maren Hussain
Financial Manager – Lenka Vrazda
Enrollment Manager – Suzanne Carberry
Teacher Representative – Katie Thompson
Church Liaison – Kristie FinleyParent participation is a vital function of the First Presbyterian Church Preschool. Each family is asked to participate in school events and serve on one of the Parent Volunteer Committees. We sincerely hope that this responsibility will be regarded as a privilege. Parent participation is an integral part of the school, a source of pride to the children and a tremendous help to the Preschool.
Thank you for your interest in working for First Presbyterian Preschool!
First Presbyterian Preschool is looking for qualified candidates to fill a position as part of a teaching team in an exciting and rewarding early childhood educational setting. We are looking for someone capable of enriching the lives of young children with skills and values to be successful learners. In addition to the standard qualifications listed in the link, we are particularly interested in someone who is warm, nurturing, energetic and understanding of the social and emotional needs of young children.
