Preschool! 2021-2022

Cambridge-Isanti Schools

EVERY STUDENT, EVERY DAY www.c-ischools.org/early-childhood

WELCOME TO THE CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PRESCHOOL BLUEJACKET FAMILY!

The Early Childhood Programs are a vital part of Cambridge-Isanti Schools. We work together to assure that children transition smoothly into kindergarten. Our high-quality preschool classes focus on each child’s social, physical and pre-academic development.

We use the curriculum Big Day for PreK to support a play-based approach to learning. Children will practice age appropriate math, writing, music, art, language and science while making friends and experimenting with their growing independence.

Curriculum outcomes and objectives are aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress from the Minnesota Department of Education. Classes are taught by qualified, professional and dedicated staff who have extensive experience working with children birth to age five.

We are PROUD to be 4 Star Rated!

Cambridge-Isanti Preschool has earned a 4 Star Parent Aware rating from the State of Minnesota. This rating is the highest possible rating. Parent Aware helps families find quality care and education. Programs that earn the 4 Star Parent Aware rating are going above and beyond health and safety requirements and have: • Volunteered for extra, in-depth training • Devoted themselves to strong, caring relationships with each child • Adopted the latest approaches to keeping children’s learning on track • Committed to daily activities and routines that help children learn More information about the Parent Aware program can be found online at www.parentaware.org.

Parent/Guardian Need-to-Know Registration

• Registration begins March 1, 2021. Preschool Entrance Days include a meet & • All classes begin early September with Preschool greet with teachers and first days. On the first days Entrance Days and end early June. of preschool children will attend one full preschool • Drop off and pick up are done curbside! Teachers day with half of their class. Watch your email in late meet their students at the door! August for more details! • Children must be 3 years old before starting preschool. Immunizations • All of our classes are integrated with Early Child- hood Special Education. Cambridge-Isanti Preschool accesses the Minne- sota Immunization Information Connection (MIIC) • Parents are responsible for transporting their database at the Minnesota Department of Health child to and from preschool. to obtain each child’s current immunizations. We • We have on-site child care at both sites. See the may contact you if your child’s immunizations are blue box at right for more information. not available. Please note, Cambridge-Isanti Pre- • Registration is done online in school does not require a child to have immuniza- Eleyo at https://c- tions. ischools.ce.eleyo.com/child- care/1/cambridge-isanti- preschool (or scan the QR code!). Adventure Center

Fees Preschool • A non-refundable registration fee of $40 is due at Before & After Care the time of registration. • Preschool tuition is based on a daily rate of $14 Adventure Center Preschool Child Care is a year per contract day. round full day child care for children ages 3-5 • The number of contract days differ each month years old. Hours are 6:00 am until 6:00 pm with and by which schedule you choose. two locations at Cambridge Intermediate School • Preschool tuition will be invoiced according to and Isanti Primary School. number of scheduled classes each month. • No refunds will be given for an absence or school Adventure Center partners with Cambridge- closing (inclement weather days). Isanti Preschool to offer child care before and • Invoices are generated on or before the 1st and after preschool at a discounted rate. are due within 10 days before a $10 late fee is assessed. Children must be toilet trained. • Automatic payment option is available in your online account in Eleyo. For more information, visit www.c-ischools.org/ • If year is paid in full by September 30th a 5% dis- Page/435 or call Pat Bourke at (763) 689-6180. count will be given. • Scholarships are available to help cover tuition. See Our calendar can be found on our website: next page for more infor- www.c-ischools.org/early-childhood mation.

Preschool Tuition Assistance

Cambridge-Isanti Preschool offers a variety of fee assistance options. Each scholarship has an application process to complete and families must meet specific criteria. Scholarships are awarded based on family size, income and/or identified factors that may impact a child’s learning. All information collected for fee assistance is confidential. The Early Childhood office can help you apply for any of the following:

Pathway I Scholarship Pathway I Scholarships are awarded directly to families who meet eligibility requirements. For more information call Parent Aware at 888-291-9811 or contact your local scholarship administrator.

Pathway II Scholarship Cambridge-Isanti Preschool receives limited funding from the Minnesota Department of Education to help families cover the cost of preschool.

School Readiness Scholarship School Readiness is a public school, early childhood program that provides preschool learning opportunities and parent support to help prepare children for school success.

• Mark “Yes” if you would like a scholarship application emailed to you when registering. Scholarship appli- cations are filled out electronically allowing a paperless system. Income documentation, however, must be sent in separately as items cannot be attached to the application.

• Documentation must be submitted before an award can be made. Forms of documentation can include Early Childhood Screening

most recent 1040 from your Federal tax return, W2s, The State of Minnesota requires that all chil- paystubs covering a month, statement or letter from dren have an Early Childhood Screening done another assistance program such as free & reduced by their first day of Kindergarten. Hearing, vi- food from school or county assistance. Documentation sion, speech, cognitive, and motor abilities are is needed for each parent living with the preschooler. the areas of development that will be as- • Documentation can be: sessed during the screening. This is a FREE and simple check of how your child is growing and  Emailed to [email protected]; developing.  Faxed to 763-691-6692 or  Dropped in the lock box at door 3 of Cambridge To schedule a free appointment visit the EC Intermediate School. Quick Links on the Early Childhood website @ www.c-ischools.org/early-childhood. • Once a scholarship application is processed you will be notified of your eligibility by email. Additional forms For questions: may be required, please read this email carefully. Call (763) 691-6691 or • Upon scholarship acceptance, an Early Childhood Email [email protected] Screening must be scheduled if your child has not al- ready completed one. See information at right to schedule an appointment.

Preschool

Options

Preschool is an exciting time for all! Our highly-qualified teachers are excited to work with you and your child to ensure an enjoyable and successful preschool experience. Both of our sites and all of our staff create a respectful, caring, and safe environment and use comprehensive curriculum materials. We strive to provide innovative learning opportunities and utilize data to make informed de- cisions based on individual student need. Cambridge-Isanti Preschool offers several class options: Preschool Online LOCATIONS: Preschool Online is offered to any family that would like Cambridge Intermediate School nd a preschool experience that is adaptable to their sched- 428 2 Ave NW ule. Our teacher prepares & leads a weekly Google Meet Cambridge, MN 55008 along with activities and videos for your child to view at

a time that is convenient for you! Isanti Primary School 301 Heritage Blvd NW Isanti, MN 55040 Tuition

A yearly $40 registration fee is due at the AGES: time of registration. Senior – Ages 4 & 5 Years Senior Preschool is for children ages 4-5 years and $14 per contracted day entering Kindergarten the Fall after preschool.  M-F 164 days  M/W/F 95 days Junior – Ages 3 & 4 Years  T/TH 67 days Junior Preschool is for children ages 3-4 years that  Preschool Online 36 days will have another year of preschool before going to Kindergarten. Each month has a set number of (contracted) attendance days. The number of contracted days differ each month and DAYS: according to class schedule. Monday – Friday (for children entering Kindergarten Fall 2022) First invoice will be Monday/Wednesday/Friday emailed on Septem- Tuesday/Thursday ber 1st and the 1st of If year is paid in full by each month there- September 30th a 5% TIMES: after. Tuition is due discount will be given. 8:30 – 11:15 AM within 10 days before 12:30 – 3:15 PM a late fee is assessed.

Cambridge-Isanti Preschool is a Pyramid Model site. Pyramid Model is a framework, or approach, for in- tentionally teaching children social-emotional skills to help them be successful at school. Our staff have been trained in the evidence based practices and each classroom is receiving support to implement the practices through monthly focused observations and coaching sessions completed by trained peer coach- es. For more information visit www.ChallengingBehavior.org

It’s Time to

Cambridge-Isanti Preschool registration opens on March 1st and is done online through the Eleyo Regis- tration/Fee Payment System. Visit www.c-ischools.org/early-childhood and click “Register Online for Pre- school”. Registration remains open and is ongoing throughout the school year. • Forgot your password? Click the “Forgot Password” to have a reset link emailed to you. • Need help? Review the How to Setup and Register for Preschool. This guide is also on our website under Preschool.

This QR code will bring you to the registration website….scan to register!

Thank you for choosing Cambridge-Isanti Preschool!

Contact Early Childhood Office 428 2nd Ave NW Cambridge, MN 55008

Phone: (763) 691-6691 Fax: (763) 691-6692

Email: [email protected]