Get a preview of Palatine Park District preschools

Posted January 20, 2019 10:00 pm

Submitted by Palatine Park District

Palatine Park District's state-licensed preschool program will be hosting a Preschool Preview night from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, 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 Avenue

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

Registration for new students during Preschool Preview will be discounted to $25 (regular fee is $50). A copy of the child's birth certificate is required for registration.

Palatine Park District's state licensed preschool program for children ages 3, 4 and 5 provides 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.

Preschool for the 2019-2020 school year will be held from Sept. 3, 2019, through May 19, 2020. Morning classes are available along with lunch enrichment to extend the day for various age groups throughout the week.

New student registration for Palatine Park District residents is held in person beginning Feb. 4, 2019, at Birchwood Recreation Center, Community Center and Falcon Park Recreation Center. Open registration for nonresidents will be held beginning Feb. 11.

For complete preschool program details, including times and fees, visit palatineparks.org. For program availability, call (847) 991-1960.

For information about Palatine Park District Preschool, contact Preschool/Tots Coordinator Karen Rude at (847) 496-6239 or krude@palatineparks.org.

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