Palatine parks preschool open house is April 11

Palatine Park District offers state licensed preschool for children ages 3, 4, and 5, providing a warm, accepting environment where learning is fun. Experienced teachers offer a variety of developmentally appropriate activities designed to help children learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Opportunities are provided to allow each child to reach their potential. Creativity and curiosity are encouraged, helping to foster a love of learning in the students enrolled in the program.

A Preschool Open House will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the four school locations:

• Birchwood: 435 W. Illinois Ave.

• Maple Park: 3216 N. Winston at Anderson

• Parkside: 262 E. Palatine Road, in Community Park

• Eagle Park: 1425 N. Oak St., at Home Ave.

Preschool Open House provides parents and children with the opportunity to learn more about Palatine Park District's state licensed preschools. Preschool staff members will be on hand to answer questions about the program, and children are welcome to attend and explore the classroom.

Preschool for the 2015-2016 school year will be held from Sept. 14, through May 27. Morning and afternoon options are available for various age groups throughout the week. Registration is currently open for the 2015-2016 school year.

For complete preschool program details including times and fees, visit www.palatineparks.org. For program availability, call (847) 991-1960. For more information about Palatine Park District Preschool, contact Preschool/Tots coordinator, Karen Rude, at (847) 496-6239 or krude@palatineparks.org.

The mission of Palatine Park District is to provide a variety of safe, enjoyable and affordable parks and recreation facilities and activities that will enhance the quality of life by promoting good health and well-being for all residents and visitors of the Palatine Park District.

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