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ant to have all the right to Holt. The benefit of being licensed questions when starting by MSDE, however, is that there is an 4. How are academics your preschool search? extra layer of rules and guidelines a addressed? We recently ask several facility must follow, she said. These Young children need to learn literacy Warea preschool directors are designed to ensure the facility has and math skills in the context of what questions they wished parents the most professional and experienced everyday experiences, Martensson would ask when visiting their schools. staff and that your child gets the best said. Play is not only important for Here are their top 10. educational experience possible, Holt developing social skills but also is the said. first step in growing academically. 1. What makes your pro- Look for writing opportunities in the gram special or unique? 3. Does your program housekeeping areas, math involved in “I enjoy being able to point out the address all areas of the block area, verbal skills developed things that make our school stand learning? at the sand table. Too much paper out from other schools,” said Megan A good program should address and pencil activities stifles the love of Holt, the director at Weems Creek the cognitive, physical, emotional, learning at this age, she explained. Nursery School and Kindergarten in social, and spiritual growth of a child, Annapolis. This will help parents begin according to Jul Lee Martensson, 5. How do you develop to distinguish one school from another. Early Childhood Program Director social and emotional skills? and Director of the Annapolis Twos A good program should include 2. Is your school creden- at St. Anne’s School of Annapolis. interactive experiences in the tialed, and what does that Children won’t be ready for physical or curriculum that help develop social entail? academic challenges unless they are and emotional skills, Martensson said. Not all schools need Maryland State feeling emotionally and socially secure “Throughout the day having students Department of Education Certification. and confident, she said. Parents should work with teachers to apply skills that Private church schools are exempt ask if the program is well rounded with address conflicts and develop a voice and most requirements are now in art, music, and science as well as to meet their needs is important,” she time outside to play, she said. said. under childcare licensing, according continued on page 12 ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK OF EDUCATION 2014-2015• 11
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St Martin’s Lutheran St. Paul’s Lutheran BALTIMORE CITY Catholic High School School School of Baltimore Annapolis | 410-269-1955 Glen Burnie | 410-766-5790 Boys’ Latin School of Baltimore | 410-732-6200 3 years-8th Grade 2 years – 8th Grade Maryland 9th Grade-12th Grade Before & After Care Before & After Care Baltimore | 410-377-5192 Tuition: $13,300/yr Tuition: $3,900-$11,450/yr Tuition: $1,275-$6,470/yr 5 years-12th Grade thecatholichighschool.org stmartinsonline.org stpaulslutheranschoolgb.org After Care The Catholic School of Baltimore St. Martin’s Lutheran School has St. Paul’s Lutheran School pro- Tuition: $20,500-$25,600/yr has provided a quality, college provided a premier education vides a safe, nurturing and struc- boyslatinmd.com preparatory education, rooted in a Christian setting for over tured environment for Boys’ Latin School is a recog- in the Franciscan tradition for 50 years. St. Martin’s educates students to excel academically nized leader in educating boys young women since 1939. students from preschool through and grow spiritually, while mak- in grades K-12. BL knows how Catholic High challenges young eighth grade. The challenging ing friends and learning to live boys think and how they learn. women to academic excellence, academic program prepares the as a disciple of Jesus Christ in Students benefit from small class to responsible leadership, and students for high school years this life and the next. Uniforms sizes where each boy is to Christian community service. and beyond. Come join our required for kindergarten and uniquely known and valued. BL The School is sponsored be wonderful school community above. faculty and staff have a passion the Sisters of St. Francis of where every child’s needs are See our ad on page 26 for and an expertise in learning Philadelphia and conveniently met. for boys from curriculum and located in northeast Baltimore See our ad on page 24 St Philip Neri Catholic classroom techniques, to core City. PRIVATE SCHOOL DIRECTORY School values and enduring relation- St Mary’s Elementary Linthicum Heights ships. Each boy is empowered Friends School of Annapolis | 410-263-2869 410-859-1212 to strive for academic and Baltimore Kindergarten-8th Grade 4 years-8th Grade personal excellence so that he is Baltimore | 410-649-3211 Before & After Care st.philip-neri.org prepared today to be confident 4 years-12th Grade Tuition: $7,430-$8,570/yr and successful in the academic friendsbalt.org stmarysannapolis.org The Summit School rigors of college and in the Saint Mary’s Elementary School Edgewater | 410-798-0005 years beyond. Gilman School is a parish coeducational 6 years-8th Grade See our ad on page 34 Baltimore | 410-323-3800 Catholic institution servicing After Care 5 years-12th Grade many parishes within the greater Tuition: $28,596 Bryn Mawr School Before & After Care Annapolis area. thesummitschool.org Baltimore | 410-323-8800 Tuition: $20,500-$27,360/yr See our ad on page 26 Bright students with dyslexia Infants-12th Grade gilman.edu and learning differences experi- Before & After Care Gilman School, a kindergarten St Mary’s Parish ence individualized instruction Tuition: $16,380-$27,310/yr through twelfth grade indepen- Annapolis High and a curriculum that allows brynmawrschool.org dent school located in Baltimore School them to succeed, while still chal- The Bryn Mawr School is an City, is a diverse community Annapolis | 410-263-3294 lenging them academically. An independent, nonsectarian, dedicated to educating boys in 9th Grade-12th Grade evidence-based, well-rounded college-preparatory school for mind, body, and spirit through Tuition: $12,760-$14,230/yr curriculum taught by skilled and girls from kindergarten — grade particular emphasis upon aca- stmarysannapolis.org trained educators makes the 12. Within a nurturing environ- demic participation and aesthet- St. Mary’s is a parish, catholic, program strong and unique. ment, Bryn Mawr’s rigorous aca- ic appreciation. Gilman seeks to college preparatory high school More than 90 percent of Summit demic curriculum inspires a pas- produce men of character and for young men and women, students graduate to mainstream sion for intellectual curiosity and integrity who have the skills and grades 9-12. Located on the high schools. emphasizes the delights and ability to make a positive con- waterfront of Spa Creek in See our ad on page 4 demands of learning. A co-ed tribution to the communities in downtown Annapolis, the school preschool for ages 3 months — which they live and work. has a rich tradition of exception- kindergarten is available. See our ad on page 4 al academics and co-curricular See our ad on page 4 programs. See our ad on page 24
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on board with a self-guided or 703-572-4118 airandspace.si.edu/ Baltimore Museum of Battle Creek Cypress audio tour. visit/udvar-hazy-center Art Swamp Sanctuary Thousands of artifacts not included 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore 2880 Grays Road, Prince in the collection in Washington, Watermark Walking 443-573-1700 artbma.org Frederick D.C. including helicopters, the Tours Self-guided tours catering to kids on 410-535-5327 SR-71 Blackbird and the space 800-569-9622 certain days; check website. Family- calvertparks.org/bccss.html shuttle Enterprise. Also includes an annapolisfieldtrips.com friendly activities also occur. The northernmost naturally observation tower to see air traffic Walking tours include Walk with occurring stand of bald cypress trees arriving at and departing from the Colonials, a Colonial Myths The Freer and Sackler in America. An elevated boardwalk nearby Dulles airport. and Legends tour, and an African Galleries wanders through trees, some over American Heritage tour. 1,000 years old. National Museum of 1050 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. SCIENCE Dentistry 202-633-1000 asia.si.edu Blackwater National 31 S. Greene St., Baltimore Art from everywhere from Greece Wildlife Refuge 410-706-0600 College Park Aviation to America to the Near and Far 2145 Key Wallace Dr., dental.umaryland.edu/museum/ Museum and Airport East, with a focus on Asian art. Cambridge index.html 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr., Educational programs occur often, 410-228-2677 Hands-on activities and exhibits College Park plus a gift shop. friendsofblackwater.org show the evolution of dentistry, 301-864-6029 All kinds of birds, including the up to and including the latest collegeparkaviationmuseum.com The Hirshhorn Gallery American bald eagle. A driving map developments in forensic sciences. Tells the story of flight from the and Sculpture Garden is available. Wright Brothers to today. Check National Museum of 7th St. and Independence Ave. website for special events, as they SW, Washington, D.C. Calvert Cliffs State happen often. Natural History 202-633-4674 hirshhorn.si.edu Park 10th St. and Constitution Ave. Introduce or deepen your child’s 10540 HG Trueman Road, Lusby
NW, Washington D.C. FIELD TRIP DIRECTORY Maryland Science understanding of and exposure to 301-743-7613 202-633-1000 mnh.si.edu Center modern and contemporary art. dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/ Outstanding exhibits on everything 601 Light St., Baltimore southern/calvertcliffs.asp from cultures to oceans to rocks 410-685-5225 mdsci.org National Museum of Fossil hunting, hiking and fishing. and minerals. Also includes an Both permanent and rotating The walk to the beach is 2 miles, so IMAX theater. African Art exhibits in a “please touch” 950 Independence Ave. SW, bring the off-road stroller if needed. environment. The Kids’ Room play There is also a playground. ARTS Washington, D.C. area is open to children under 8. 202-633-4600 Africa.si.edu Visit the “playtime” section of Chesapeake Bay NASA Goddard Space American Art Museum the website for kids’ activities. Environmental Center Flight Center 8th and F streets, NW, Permanent and rotating exhibits 600 Discovery Lane, Grasonville Washington, D.C. 8800 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt showcase the art of the African 410-827-6694 bayrestoration.org 202-633-1000 americanart.si.edu 301-286-2000 continent and diaspora. Over 4 miles of trails, an aviary Dedicated exclusively to American nasa.gov/centers/goddard/ and a visitors’ center great for bird art, exhibits include drawings, home/index.html Walters Art Museum watching and hiking. paintings, sculptures and Museum, hands-on activities 600 N. Charles St., Baltimore photographs. and a regular rocket launch. 410-547-9000 thewalters.org Flag Ponds Nature Also includes a full-size “rocket Kid-friendly art museum includes Park garden.” Annapolis Symphony opportunities to create your 1525 Flag Pond Parkway, Lusby Orchestra own art and in-depth looks at Office: 410-586-1477 National Air and Maryland Hall for the special exhibits. Reservations: 410-535-5327 Space Museum Creative Arts calvertparks.org/fpp.html 801 Chase St., Suite 204, Annapolis 600 Independence Ave. at 6th St. ANIMALS AND Miles of trails lead through forests, 410-269-1132 SW, Washington, D.C. NATURE swamps and beaches. Excellent for annapolissymphony.org 202-633-2214 Nasm.si.edu fossil hunting. Concerts that appeal to youngsters, Includes exhibits, an IMAX theater American Chestnut including the Holiday Pops concert and a planetarium. Free educational Greenstreet Gardens and their Family Series. Land Trust programs occur daily. 676 Double Oak Rd, Prince 391 West Bay Front Road, Lothian 410-867-9500 Annmarie Garden Frederick National Air and 410-414-3400 acltweb.org greenstreetgardens.com 13480 Dowell Road, Solomons Space Museum Hiking trails through what was once This grower and greenhouse retail 410-326-4640 annmariegarden.org tobacco and other farmland. Guided center has a six week long fall (Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Thirty-acre public sculpture garden, canoe trips and special events. festival. It’s an education based field Center) some of which invite visitors to Check website. trip program with corn maze and 14390 Air & Space Museum touch. Lots of family-friendly events more. Pkwy., Chantilly, VA and festivals. ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK OF EDUCATION 2014-2015• 33
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Aleph-Bet Jewish Day School 10 Goddard School of Pasadena 16
Annapolis Area Christian School 7 Grannie Annie’s Child Care & Learning Center 15
Archbishop Spalding High School 10 Gunston School, The 30
Baldwin Child Care Center 14 His Kids School 16
Ballet Theatre of Maryland 24 i5 Kids 16
Belair Co-Op Nursery School 20 Indian Creek School 6
Beth Shalom 14 Joy in Learning, Inc. 16
Bowie Montessori Children’s House 18 Kent Island Pediatric Dentistry 7
Boys Latin School of Maryland 34 Kent School 30
Bright Beginning Children’s Learning Center 14 Key School 36
Bryn Mawr School 4 KinderCare of Severna Park 12 Kingdom Kare Childcare Centre 17 Cape Kids’ Corner 13 Kneseth Israel Pre-School 18 Catholic High School 27 Lighthouse Christian Academy 31 Chesapeake Montessori School 26 Montessori International Children’s House 28 Christ Episcopal Day School 20 Orthodontists of Maryland 16 Cooper-Kahn, Joyce - Psychological 18 Resource Associates Right Start Academy 14
Creative Beginnings School 15 Riverdale Baptist Ministries School 4
Creative Garden School and Learning Centers 14 Rockbridge Academy 31
Crofton Children’s Centre 7 Roland Park Country School 4
Daniel Rothman Religious School 7 Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Day School 31
Docksiders 28 School of the Incarnation 26
Echoes of Nature 34 Severn School 28
Edinboro Early School 15, 23 Severna Park United Methodist Nursery School 14
Elizabeth Seton High School 30 South County Pre-Kindergarten Co-op, Inc. 18
Friends Community School 26 St. Anne’s School of Annapolis 2
Gilman School 4 St. Augustine School 10 St. Jane Frances 16
St. Margaret’s Day School 18
St. Martin’s in-the-Field Episcopal School 24
St. Martin’s Lutheran School 24
St. Mary’s Elementary School 26
St. Mary’s Parish Annapolis High School 24
St. Paul’s Lutheran School 26
St. Vincent Pallotti High School 26
Summit School 4
The Country School (TCS) Easton 31
Therapy Solutions for Children,Inc. 16
Tidewater School 24
Wesley Grove Pre-School 19
Woods Child Development Center 18
Wye River Upper School 24
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