Preschool
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of December 19, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
HW: Santa writings are due today
Thursday: Discuss Santa writing questions. Return papers and organize center for the January activities.
Friday: Wishing you a blessed Christmas Vacation---ENJOY!
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All projects and assignments need to be completed and turned in by Jan 6th!
PRESCHOOL III:
Your elementary classroom assignment will end on January 13th. Final testing results along with comparisons are due Friday Jan 6th. The last Journal writings are due by Jan. 13th.
Lesson plans for the week of December 12, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Winter
Small group projects related to Winter are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Read chapter 22 in textbook as introduction to Child Care Options.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Last graded project is due December16th. Be prepared to teach your lesson and complete your projects with the children on your assigned dates. See me if you have any questions.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your final testing of the preschool children. Your final results along with comparisons to the first testing results are due Jan. 12th. This should include your first testing write-up along with the final report information and be in a binder.
Continue your elementary classroom assignment. Remember to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and answers to the guideline questions.
Lesson plans for the week of December 5, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review and discuss child Observations results.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Dec. 16th . Be prepared to teach your lesson and complete your projects on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and follow the journal guidelines.
Lesson plans for the week of November 28, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Student Lessons
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Development Unit (50 pts.)--STUDY
HW: Fear paper and Observation II due today.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Dec. 2nd. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment this week. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and answers to the journal guideline questions.
Lesson plans for the week of November 21, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Review the Development Unit by using your notes to complete a study guide.
HW: Complete Fear Paper—due Dec. 2nd
Tuesday: Identify the characteristic of emotional development and how it relates to the preschool age. Review the study guide questions.
Wednesday: Discuss children and lab activities. Review for Unit Test by doing Pop Up Questions. Clean and prepare activities for next month.
HW: TEST on Development Unit Friday Dec. 2nd—50points---STUDY!
Observation II and Fear paper also due on Dec. 2nd
Thursday: Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday: No School
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Dec. 2nd. Be prepared to teach your Lesson and Mini Lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment this week. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and follow the guideline questions. Journals are due Monday Dec.5th.
Lesson plans for the week of November 14, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Thanksgiving
Small group projects related to Thanksgiving are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only. Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: TEST on four Types of Development on Tuesday November 22nd--50pts. -STUDY
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Nov. 18th. Be prepared to teach your lesson and complete you projects on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment this week. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and follow the guideline questions. Journal needs to be turned in on Mon. Nov. 14th.
Lesson plans for the week of November 7, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: In Service Day
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
HW: Observation I due today
Thursday: Fieldtrip Today---Report to assigned study hall if you are not going on the fieldtrip. The teachers will be expecting you
Friday:. Identify characteristics of Physical and Social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: TEST on Physical Development on Fri. Nov. 18th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due November 18th. Be prepared to teach your lesson and projects on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal using the guidelines and including the date for each entry.
Lesson plans for the week of October 31, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Introduction to Development. Assign Observation II. Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Complete Observation I---due Wednesday Nov. 9th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due November 4th. Be prepared to complete your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary assignment. This will be your last week and then you will be changing to a new classroom next week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to follow the journal guidelines and include the date for each entry. Journals need to be handed in on Monday Nov. 14th.
Lesson plans for the week of October 24, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Fall Season
Small group projects related to Fall Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Introduce Development Unit. Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Observation I due Wed. Nov. 2nd
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Nov. 4th. Be prepared to do your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment and write in your journal daily being sure to address the journal guidelines questions.
Lesson plans for the week of October 17, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Alphabet & Numbers
Small group projects related to Alphabet & Numbers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Art for Children. Introduction to Types of Development
HW: Observe assigned child and complete Observation I—due Friday Oct. 28th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due October 21st. Be prepared to teach your lesson and projects on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment. Write in your journal being sure to include the date specified in the journal guidelines. Next due date for journals is Monday October 24th.
Lesson plans for the week of October 10, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Colors and Shapes
Small group projects related to Colors or Shapes are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: HW: Art Drawing due today.
TEST on Art notes next Friday October 21st.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Oct. 21st. Lesson Plans must be turned in by Oct. 21st.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom lab this week. Next journal date is Oct. 21st. Be sure entries follow the journal guidelines given to you. Lesson Plans must be turned in by Oct. 21st.
Lesson plans for the week of October 3, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review the week’s lab experiences. Identify the importance of art in the preschool curriculum.
HW: Evaluation of a child’s art drawing is due Friday Oct 14th. Be sure to include the child’s picture with your write-up.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Oct. 7th. Reminder Lesson Plan folders are due by Oct. 21st. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment this month. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry, and follow the guidelines for information that needs to be included.
Lesson plans for the week of September 26, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Complete Role Plays. Review first week’s activities. Return tests.
Tuesday: Parent & Child Visitation Day
Wednesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Beginning School
Small group projects related to Beginning School are to be completed this week with the children.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review lab experiences. Identify and describe important and unique characteristics of each child enrolled in the preschool.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due October 7th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom lab experiences. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry and requested information. First Journal is due Monday October 17th.
Lesson plans for the week of September 19, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Discipline Review
HW: TEST on Discipline Unit on Wednesday September 21st --STUDY!
Tuesday: Role Play various teaching activities as a way to prepare for actually working with the children
Wednesday: TEST on Discipline (50pts.) STUDY!
Thursday: Continue Role Play
Friday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Literature for children.
HW: Literature test on Monday September 26th (15 pts.)
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due September 23rd. Lesson Plan folders are due on or before October 21st
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Be prepared to begin your testing project the week of October 3rd.
Lesson plans for the week of September 12, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Teacher presentation on Guides for Working with Children.
Tuesday: Complete positive guidance activities and work on selecting project ideas using classroom resources.
Wednesday: TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program materials. Introduce Discipline Unit.
HW: Discipline Observations
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Friday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits, and Enforcing Limits.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 23rd. Reminder Mini Lessons and Lesson Plans are due by Oct. 21st.
PRESCHOOL III:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Be sure to have your testing tool ready to use with the children the first week they are in school. Select and prepare your lesson plan using the classroom resources.
Lesson plans for the week of September 8, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Define the tem Preschool and identify characteristics of a quality center.
Teacher presentation and class notes.
Wednesday: Assign and explain the Visual Project and evaluate various samples.
Homework: Select, construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Thursday: Assign and explain the Small Group Project and evaluate various samples
Homework: Select, construct and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
Friday: Utilize classroom resources and materials to select and develop assigned projects.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. First graded project is due September 9th. Utilize classroom resources for project work.
PRESCHOOL III:
Utilize classroom resources to develop testing project for first week of preschool. Decide on lesson topic and collect information for completing lesson folder.
Lesson plans for the week of May 23, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Complete Preschool Evaluation. (Exam Schedule)
Tuesday: Complete Preschool Evaluation. (Exam Schedule)
Wednesday: Read chapter 22 in textbook. Discuss different types of childcare.
Thursday: Clean and close down center for the summer (Exam Schedule)
Friday: Clean and close up center for the summer (Exam Schedule)
PRESCHOOL II: Assist with cleaning and closing the center for the summer. Share your experiences with the other classes.
PRESCHOOL III: Assist with cleaning and closing the center for the summer. Share your experiences with the other classes
Lesson plans for the week of May 16, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: Review for Post Test
Friday: Post TEST on Preschool Information. Review notes!
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All project work must be turned in by May 20th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Final day at your elementary classroom will be May 20th. Journals, testing project report and portfolios are due by Friday May 20th.
Lesson plans for the week of May 9, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Summer Season
Small group projects related to Summer Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: Discuss Observation I & II and report on your child’s strengths and weaknesses as observed.
Friday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. ALL project are due May 20th. The last day to work on projects with the children will be May 16th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue working in your elementary classroom lab. Your last day will be May 20th. Be sure to turn in your journal and testing results comparing the first and last test answers. Also Identify improvements and indicate who still needs improvement and in what areas.
Lesson plans for the week of May 2, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Animals/Insects
Small group projects related to Animals/Insects are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Work on completing projects
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due May 13th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Begin your final testing project after May 1st. Testing results are due by May 20th
Lesson plans for the week of April 25, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Teacher In-Service
Tuesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 29th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date. Reminder you are responsible for completing all your assignments with the children before May 12th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment work. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Journals need to be turned in for a grade on or before Friday May 6th.
Lesson plans for the week of April 18, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Spring Holiday
Small group projects related to Spring Holiday are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: TEST on Four Types of Development - STUDY (50 points)
Thursday: Wrap up Day-Return Papers/Tests, Clean Center, Discuss Fear Papers, etc.
Friday: Spring Break
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 29th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Plan to begin final testing in May. Final testing results/comparisons are due May 20th.
Lesson plans for the week of April 11, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of emotional development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Fear paper due today
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 15th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date. Complete Observation II.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Lesson plans for the week of April 4, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only. Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Complete Observation II on your assigned child
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 15th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date. Complete Observation II on your assigned child.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned day.
Lesson plans for the week of March 28, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Our Bodies
Small group projects related to Our Bodies are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of Physical Development as it relates to the preschool age.
HW: Observation I is due today.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 1st. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom lab. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Be prepared to teach your preschool lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of March 21, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Spring
Small group projects related to spring are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Physical Development Notes only. Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool child
HW: TEST on Physical Development next Friday
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 15th. Complete Observation I for April 1st. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.Lesson plans for the week of March 14, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Alphabet & Numbers
Small group projects related to Alphabet & Number are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on ART notes. Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Complete Observation I with your assigned child at preschool
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All Lesson Plans due by March 18th. Check the scheduled dates for teaching lessons and be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue working with your elementary classroom and making daily journal entries. Remember to turn journals in on Monday morning to be checked. Prepare your testing results to be turned in by March 28th. Check the scheduled dates for teaching lessons and be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of March 7, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Colors and Shapes
HW: Small group projects related to Colors and Shapes are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review lab experiences. Identify the importance of ART in the preschool curriculum. Recognize ways to encourage an interest in art activities.
HW: Evaluation of a child’s art drawing due today.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project and Lesson Plans are due March 18th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom lab being sure to write in your journal including the date for each entry. Testing results are due March 18th.
Lesson plans for the week of February 28, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review Lab Experiences. Identify the importance of Art in the preschool curriculum.
HW: Evaluation of a child’s art drawing due March 11, 2011.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due March 4th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue attending your elementary classroom lab. Write in your journal after each elementary visit being sure to include the date for each entry. Turn journal in every Monday morning.
Lesson plans for the week of February 21, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: TEST on Discipline (50 pts.)
Tuesday: Review schedules and duty sheets in preparation for first days of preschool.
Wednesday: Parent & Child Visitation Day
Thursday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Beginning School
Small group projects related to Beginning School are to be completed this week with the children.
Friday: Review lab experiences. Identify and describe important and unique characteristics of each child enrolled in the preschool.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due March 4th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Remember to write in your journal daily being sure to include the date for each entry. Complete Preschool Testing project with the children during the first two weeks of school. Results are to be turned in by March 11th.
Lesson plans for the week of February 14, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Role Play various activities as a way to prepare for actually working with the children.
Tuesday: Continue Role Playing
Wednesday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Enforcing Limits. Complete Role Plays.
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Literature for children.
HW: Complete review sheet for Discipline Test and study for Literature Quiz for tomorrow.
Friday: Literature Quiz (15 pts.) Review Discipline Study sheet. Discipline Observations due today.
PRESCHOOL II: Complete assigned project as independent study. Next graded project is due Feb. 18th. Reminder Mini lesson needs to be done during 3rd quartile.
PRESCHOOL III:
Visit elementary schools this week. Be ready to start your testing projects during the first week of preschool. Begin elementary teaching next week.
Lesson plans for the week of February 7, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Teacher presentation on Guides for working with Children
Tuesday: Complete positive guidance activities and work on selecting project ideas using classroom resources.
Homework: Small group project sample and planning sheet is due February 11th for 3rdand 7th periods.
Wednesday: TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program materials. Introduce Discipline Unit.
Homework: Discipline Observation
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Friday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits, and Enforcing the Limits.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due February 18th. Reminder Mini Lesson and Lesson Plans are due by March 18th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Prepare assigned projects to be done with the preschool children as independent study.
Lesson plans for the week of January 10, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: FINAL EXAM Schedule. Discuss observation findings and the children’s progress throughout the semester
Friday: FINAL EXAM Schedule. Discuss observation findings and the children’s progress throughout the semester
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All projects need to be turned in by Monday, January 17th!!!
Lesson plans for the week of January 3, 2011
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Course Information
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All projects are due by Jan. 7th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of December 20, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Winter
Small group projects related to Winter are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: Present Observation I and II results and discuss children’s progress.
Friday: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
PRESCHOOL II:
All projects are due by Jan. 7th
Enjoy your holiday break!
Lesson plans for the week of December 13, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Winter
Small group projects related to Winter are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. All graded project are due by December 17th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of November 29, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: PS II Lessons
Small group projects related to Lessons are to be completed this week with the children.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Four Types of Development Notes-50 Pts. STUDY!
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due April 17th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of November 22, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: TEST on Physical Development notes. Identify the characteristics of emotional development as it relates to the preschool age.
HW: Complete Observation II (due Dec. 3rd)
Tuesday: Identify the characteristics of intellectual development as it relates to the preschool age.
Wednesday: Review types of development in preparation for Development Unit Test
HW: Observation II due Dec. 3rd
TEST on Four Types of Development-- Friday Dec. 3rd (50 pts-STUDY)
Thursday: Thanksgiving Vacation
Friday: Thanksgiving Vacation
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Dec 3rd. Be prepared to complete your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of November 15, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Thanksgiving
Small group projects related to Thanksgiving are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Test on Physical Development Monday, Nov. 22nd
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due November 19th. Be prepared to complete your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL I:
Lesson plans for the week of November 8, 2010
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Presentation and class notes on Physical Development as it relates to the preschool age.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due November 19th. Be prepared to teach your lesson and complete classroom projects on your assigned dates.
Lesson plans for the week of November 1, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Study for TEST on Physical Development for next Friday (15th)
Complete Observation I (due Fri. Nov.15th)
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due Fri. Nov. 15th. Observation I needs to be turned in by Fri. Nov. 15th too.
Be prepared to complete your project assignments and lesson on your assigned dates.
Lesson plans for the week of October 25, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Fall Season
Small group projects related to Fall Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Art. Discuss Observations I and II. Assign child to observe.
HW: Observation I due next Friday Oct. 29th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Observation I due Friday October 29th. Next graded project is due Nov. 5th. Be prepared to complete your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned dates.
Lesson plans for the week of October 4, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Review the week’s lab experiences. Identify the importance of art in the preschool curriculum.
HW: Evaluation of a child’s art drawing due Friday. Oct. 15th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due October 8th. Be prepared to complete your projects on your assigned dates.
Lesson plans for the week of September 27, 2010
PRESCHOOL I
Monday: Test on Literature (15 pts.)
Review duty sheets and discuss Orientation Day scheduled for tomorrow.
Tuesday: Parent and Child Orientation.
Wednesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center. Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Beginning School
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Discuss the children enrolled in preschool and be able to identify specific characteristics of each child. Complete preschool roster information sheet.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due October 8th. Be prepared to teach your mini lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of September 20, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Role Play various preschool situations
HW: Discipline Observations due today
Complete Discipline Review Sheet
Tuesday: TEST on Discipline (50 points)
Wednesday: Complete role play situations
Thursday: Identify characteristics of a good storybook for young children and correct reading techniques. Handout: Literature for children
Friday: Read and evaluate children’s books and practice correct reading techniques.
HW: Study for Literature TEST on Monday
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due September 24th. Mini lesson and Lesson Plans are due this quartile.
Lesson plans for the week of September 13, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Teacher presentation on Guides for Working with Children
Tuesday: Complete positive guidance activities and work on selecting project ideas using classroom resources.
Homework: All students need to select and sign up for their project ideas by Sept. 24th. Small group sample and planning sheets are due on Sept. 24th for 3rd and 7th periods.
Wednesday: TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program materials. Introduce Discipline Unit
Homework: Discipline Observation due Tues. Sept. 21st.
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Friday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits, and Enforcing the Limits
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due September 24th. Reminder Mini lessons and Lesson Plans are due by Oct. 22nd.
Lesson plans for the week of September 6, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Assign and explain the visual project and evaluate various samples.
Homework: Construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Handouts: Visual Assignment and Weekly Concept Sheet
Wednesday: Assign and explain the small group project and evaluate various samples.
Homework: Construct, present and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
Thursday: Use classroom resources to plan Project ideas
Friday: Continue using resources to plan Project ideas
PRESCHOOL II:
Work on assigned projects as independent study. First graded project is due September 10th.
Lesson plans for the week of August 30, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Introduction to the Preschool course. Identify course requirements, grading procedures, and lab evaluation. Complete schedule cards.
Tuesday: Identify location and purpose of equipment and learning centers during a tour of the preschool.
Wednesday: Define the term Preschool and identify characteristics of a quality center. Teacher presentation and class notes.
Thursday: Identify and demonstrate Daily Procedures used at preschool. Teacher presentation as handout is discussed and completed.
Friday: Complete Daily Procedures sheet.
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for new semester. Review classroom resources for project ideas.
PRESCHOOL III:
Work on developing your lesson plan for teaching at preschool.
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Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of May 17, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Graduation
Small group projects related to are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: Graduation Day
Wednesday: Identify characteristics of emotional development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW: Development Test on Friday (50pts)
Thursday: Review for Test
Friday: TEST on Four Types of Development.
PRESCHOOL II:
All papers and project work needs to be turned in by Friday May 21st.
PRESCHOOL III:
Complete your elementary classroom assignment-last day will be Friday 21st.Journals are due Thursday May 22nd.The Testing II results are to be combined with the Testing I results and handed in by Friday 21st.Be sure to include a summary that explains and compares the two testing results.Refer to your testing assignment sheet for what is needed in your final report.
Lesson plans for the week of May 10, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Summer and PSII/III lessons
Small group projects related to Sumer are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only.Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:TEST on four Types of Development next Friday
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.All graded projects are due by May 14th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment. Friday May 21 will be your last day.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Journals need to be turned in on May 20th.
Lesson plans for the week of May 3, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of intellectual development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:TEST on four Types of Development on May 14th (50 pts)
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.All visuals need to be completed by May 10th.All other projects and assignments need to be turned in and completed by May 14th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom lab work.Be sure to write in your journal including the date and details for each entry.Second testing results are due May 21st.Journals are due May 24th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of April 26, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday: Preschool Fieldtrip. Students not going on the fieldtrip should report to the study hall assigned for their period—see study hall list on preschool doors.
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify characteristics of Intellectual Development as it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:TEST on four Types of Development on Friday, April 14th (50 pts.)
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 30th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.All project work should be completed by May 14th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment.Be sure to write in your journal and include the date for each entry.Remember to tutor the children who did below average in your testing and begin final testing after May 3rd.
Lesson plans for the week of April 19, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only.Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:Complete Observation II
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 30th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.
Lesson plans for the week of April 5, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Alphabet & Numbers
Small group projects related to Alphabet & Numbers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Introduction to Development.Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:Observation I due by April 15th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 16th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Complete your present elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Testing concepts should be completed and results charted and turned in for evaluation.
Lesson plans for the week of March 29, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Complete information on children
Tuesday: Identify the importance of Art in the preschool curriculum.
Wednesday:Identify the stages of art that children process through during the early years.Evaluate individual art drawings and report the stages to the class
Thursday:Test on Art material.Assign and discuss observations.
Friday:No School
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 5th.Be prepared to do your projects and teach your lesson on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.All testing projects should be done by April 8th.
Lesson plans for the week of March 21, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Spring Season
Small group projects related to Spring Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Preschool will be in session today.High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 1st.Be prepared to complete your projects according to the weekly concept sheet and teach your lesson on your assigned day.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom work. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Testing projects are to be done ASAP.
Lesson plans for the week of March 15, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Colors & Shapes
Small group projects related to Colors & Shapes are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday:Preschool will be in session today.
HW:Evaluation of a child’s art drawing due March 26
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 2nd.Be prepared to complete your projects on your assigned dates.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue you elementary classroom work. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry as well as your observations, involvement, and comments. Complete your testing projects at the Preschool ASAP.Those who are teaching your lesson at Preschool this month be prepared on you assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of March 8, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Complete information on the children.Discuss lab experiences.
HW: Assign Art Drawing
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due March 19th.Lesson Plan Folders are due by March 19th if not already turned in.Be prepared to complete your project on the assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment.Be sure to date and write in your journal for each day you are at the elementary school.Journals are to be turned in by the end of the week for a quick review.
Lesson plans for the week of February 22, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Complete discussion and notes on Discipline
HW:Study for TEST on Discipline (50pts)
Tuesday: Share Discipline Observations. Complete Study Guide on Discipline as review for test.
Wednesday:TEST on Discipline has been changed until tomorrow (5/25/10). Today we will be Role Playing various activities as a way to prepare for actually working with the chlldren. Be sure to study and complete your Review questions in preparation for tomorrow's TEST (50 pts.)
Thursday: TEST on Discipline Unit (50 points)
Friday:Continue Role Playing
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study. Next graded project is due March 5th. Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week. Write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry
Lesson plans for the week of February 15, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program materials.
Homework: Assign Discipline Observation
Tuesday: Introduce Discipline Unit. Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Wednesday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits and enforcing the Limits.
Thursday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Types of Punishments.
Friday: Review sheet on Discipline
Homework: Discipline Test on Monday, Feb. 22nd
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due February 19th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Visit elementary schools on Tuesday. Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.
Lesson plans for the week of February 8, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program
materials. Introduce
Discipline Unit.
Homework:Discipline Observation
Tuesday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Wednesday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits and enforcing the Limits.
Thursday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Types of Punishments.
Friday: Review sheet on Discipline
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due February 19th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.
Lesson plans for the week of February 1, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Assign and explain the small group projects and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Select, construct and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
Tuesday:Use classroom resources to plan project ideas
Wednesday: Teacher presentation on Guides for Working with Children
Thursday:Complete Guide sheet information and review for test
Friday:Test on Introduction to the Preschool Program material. Introduction to Discipline Unit
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Preschool II project Plan sheet is due Feb. 5th
PRESCHOOL III: Work on developing your lesson plan for teaching at Preschool.
Lesson plans for the week of January 25, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Define the term Preschool and identify characteristics of a quality center.Teacher presents with class notes.
Tuesday:Identify and demonstrate Daily Procedures used at preschool.Teacher presents with a review of the handout.
Wednesday:Complete Daily Procedures sheet.
Thursday:Assign and explain the small group and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Select, construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Friday:Assign and explain the small group project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Select, construct and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.First graded project is due February 5th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Use classroom resources to develop your lesson plan and testing procedures.
Lesson plans for the week of January 18, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:View Video.
Tuesday: Return and review papers.Discuss observation results.
Wednesday:Review grades and discuss comments on course.
Thursday:Introduction to the Preschool Course
Friday:Tour of Center
PRESCHOOL II:Begin researching ideas for projects and lesson
PRESCHOOL III:Begin researching ideas for projects and lesson
Lesson plans for the week of January 4, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Graduation and End of Year PS II Projects
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Friday:Discuss Children’s strengths and weaknesses according to the Observation II results
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.All projects need to be completed by Thursday January 7th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of December 21, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Winter
Small group projects related to Winter are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: Review tests and projects.Clean Center
Wednesday: Discuss child observation results
Thursday:No School
Friday: Merry Christmas!See you next year.
PRESCHOOL II:
All independent study projects are due before Christmas vacation unless you are given approval by Mrs. Smith for a later date.
Lesson plans for the week of December 14, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Winter Season
Small group projects related to Winter Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Return tests and discuss Child Observations
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due December 18th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of December 7, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Bodies
Small group projects related to Bodies are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Four Types of Development.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due December 14th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of November 16, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Food & Thanksgiving
Small group projects related to Food/Thanksgiving are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only.Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:Work on completing Observation II
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due November 20th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of November 9, 2010
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:Preschool Fieldtrip-- AM 9:00-11:00 and PM 12:00-2:00 high school students not going on the fieldtrip should report to assigned study halls today during class time.
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Physical Development Notes.Identify characteristics of physical development and how it relates to the preschool age level.Discuss Observation I results
HW:Observation I forms are due today.
TEST on Physical Development notes next Friday Nov. 20th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due Nov.20th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date. Continue to complete Observation II forms.
Lesson plans for the week of November 2, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday:Review lab experiences.Review the four types of development.Identify typical physical development for the preschool age.
Homework:Continue observations.Observation I is due Thursday Nov. 12th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due November 6th.Be prepared to teach your lesson and mini lesson on your assigned dates.
Lesson plans for the week of October 26, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Fall Season
Small group projects related to Fall Season are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Art for children.Identify the Four Types of Development.
HW:Observe assigned child and complete Observation I sheet -due Thursday, Nov.12th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due Nov. 6th.Be prepared to teach your lesson and mini lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of October 19, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Alphabet/Numbers
Small group projects related to Alphabet/Numbers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Complete Art Notes-Stages of Art
HW: Test on Art next Friday, October 30th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due October 23rd.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of October 12, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Colors & Shapes
Small group projects related to Colors & Shapes are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Complete notes/discussion on Art and Children
HW: Child’s Art drawing due today
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due October 23rd.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of October 5, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Identify the importance of art in the preschool curriculum
HW:Evaluation of a child’s art drawing due Friday Oct. 16th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 9th.Be prepared to teach your classroom projects on their assigned week.
Lesson plans for the week of September 28, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Continue Role Playing.
Tuesday: Complete Role Plays. Review Orientation Day procedures and first day duties and activities.
Wednesday:Parent & Child Orientation
Thursday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: Beginning School
Friday: Review lab experiences. Identify and describe important and unique characteristics of each child enrolled in the preschool.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due October 9th.Be prepared to complete your projects and lessons on your assigned days.
Lesson plans for the week of September 21, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Enforcing Limits
HW: Complete Discipline Review Sheet
Tuesday: TEST on Discipline unit (50 pts)
Wednesday:Identify characteristics of a good storybook for young children and correct reading techniques. Handout:Literature for children
Thursday:Read and evaluate children’s books.
Friday:TEST on Literature notes.Demonstrate and evaluate various routine activities done daily at preschool. Role-play assigned teacher situations
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due September 25th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
Lesson plans for the week of September 14, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Teacher presentation on Guides for Working with Children
Tuesday: Complete positive guidance activities and work on selecting project ideas using classroom resources
Homework:Small group sample and planning sheet are due on Sept. 18th for 3rd and 7th periods
Wednesday:TEST on Introduction to the Preschool Program materials.Introduce Discipline Unit
Homework:Discipline Observation
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives
Friday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits and enforcing the Limits.
PRESCHOOL II:
Work on assigned projects.Next project is due Sept. 25th
Lesson plans for the week of September 7, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:No School
Tuesday:Assign and explain the visual project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Handouts:Visual Assignment and Weekly Concept Sheet
Wednesday:Assign and explain the small group project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Construct, present, and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
Handouts:Small Group Planning Sheet and Evaluation Sheet
Thursday:Use classroom resources to plan Project ideas
Friday:Continue using resources to plan Project ideas
PRESCHOOL II:
Work on assigned projects as independent study. Assist preparing center for new semester
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of August 31, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Introduction to the Preschool class.Identify course requirements, grading procedures, and lab evaluations.Complete schedule cards
Tuesday:Identify location and purpose of equipment and learning centers during a tour of the preschool.
Wednesday:Define the term Preschool and identify characteristics of a quality center.Teacher presentation and class notes.
Thursday:Identify and demonstrate Daily Procedures used at preschool.Teacher presentation with a review of the handout.
Friday:Complete Daily Procedures sheet.
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for new semester.Review classroom resources for project ideas.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of May 18, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:(Senior Finals Schedule) Discuss Child Observations I & II Results
Tuesday:(Senior Finals Schedule) Discuss Child Observations I & II Results
Wednesday: Complete evaluation of the course. Discuss various types of child care centers
Thursday: (Underclassmen Finals Schedule) Clean and organize center.
Friday: (Underclassmen Finals Schedule) Clean and organize center.
PRESCHOOL II:All project papers due by 15th. Clean and organize center
PRESCHOOL III: All project papers due by 15th. Clean and organize center
Lesson plans for the week of May 11, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:Preschool Graduation
Friday:Discuss Observations I and II.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.All projects are due by May 15th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.All project work is due by May 15th.
Lesson plans for the week of May 4, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Animals/Summer
Small group projects related to Animals/Summer are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: (Early Dismissal) Return and review tests.
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.All graded projects are due by May 15th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom assignment.. Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Second testing project is due by May 15th.
Lesson plans for the week of April 27, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: Return and review Tests
HW: All projects need to be completed by May 12th.Preschool graduation will be on the 14th
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due May 1st.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your elementary classroom experiences.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Complete your final testing project by May 12th.
Lesson plans for the week of April 20, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: Fieldtrip
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Four Types of Development (50 points).
Observation II paper due today
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due May 1st.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue with your lab work in the elementary classroom.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned day.
HW:Plan to retest the children during the month of May.
Lesson plans for the week of April 13, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Community Helpers
Small group projects related to Community Helpers are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center
Friday: TEST on Physical Development Notes only.Identify characteristics of social development and how it relates to the preschool age level.
HW:TEST on four Types of Development next Friday
PRESCHOOL II:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Next graded project is due April 17th.Be prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned date.
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin your new elementary classroom assignment this week.Continue to write in your journal being sure to include the date for each entry
Lesson plans for the week of April 6, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Identify characteristics of Physical Development as it relates to the preschool child.Teacher presentation with class discussion and notes..
Homework:Physical Test on Wednesday
Tuesday:Identify characteristics of Emotional Development as it relates to the preschool child.Teacher presentation with class discussion and notes.
Wednesday:Test on Physical notes.Identify characteristics of Social Development as it relates to the preschool child.Teacher presentation with class discussion and notes.
Thursday: Discuss lab situations.Review of Development Information.
Friday:No School
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue working on assigned projects as independent
study.Next project is due April
17th.Complete
Observation I (due April 15th) and Observation II (due April 24th)
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin new Elementary classroom on April 13th.Continue to write in journal for each day at elementary classroom.Be prepared to teach your lesson on assigned day.
Lesson plans for the week of March 30, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Spring Season
Small group projects related to Spring are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Wednesday: High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Thursday: High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Friday: High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue lab work and complete assigned projects and activities.Next project is due April 3rd.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue preschool lab work.Prepare to begin your new elementary classroom experience on April 13th.
Lesson plans for the week of March 23, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept: our Bodies
Small group projects related to Our Bodies are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise the children at the center.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise the children at the center.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise the children at the center.
Friday: TEST on Art.Review lab experiences.Assign Observations
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue lab work and complete assigned projects and activities.Next project is due April 3rd.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue working at elementary classroom.You will begin your new classroom on March 30th.Continue making entries in your journal.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of March 16, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Alphabet/Numbers
Small group projects related to Alphabet/Number are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: Identify the importance of art in the preschool curriculum and how to provide good art experiences for children.Teacher will give presentation along with discussion and notes.
Wednesday:Identify the six stages of art children progress through during the first ten years of life.
Thursday:Complete art notes.Complete art drawing write-up in class.
Friday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise the children at the center.Next project is due March 20th.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Next project is due March 20th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Work on assigned projects as independent study.Continue your elementary classroom work being sure to write experiences and observations in your journal each day.Journal is due March 20th.
Testing project results are due March 20thLesson plans for the week of March 9, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Colors/Shapes
Small group projects related to Colors/Shapes are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Wednesday: High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Thursday: High School students complete assigned duties as they supervise the children at the center.
Friday: (Early Dismissal) Review lab experiences.Introduction to Art Lesson.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study and assigned duties during lab.Next assignment is due March 20th
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Continue your elementary classroom work being sure to write experiences and observations in your journal each day.Testing project needs to be completed and the report turned in by March 20th.
Lesson plans for the week of March 2, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Transportation
Small group projects related to Transportation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise children at the center
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise children at the center
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise children at the center
Friday: High school students complete assigned duties and projects as they supervise children at the center
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Next assignment is due March 6th (Lesson Plan folder needs to be completed and handed in by March 6th)
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue to work on assigned projects s independent study.Continue your elementary classroom work being sure to write experiences and observations in your journal each day.Start your testing and have it completed and the report turned in by March 20th.
Lesson plans for the week of February 23, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Orientation Day
Tuesday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Beginning School
Small group projects related to Beginning School are to be completed this week with the children.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with thepreschool children at the center.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with thepreschool children at the center.
Friday: Review lab experiences.Identify and describe important and unique characteristic of each child enrolled in the preschool.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Next assignment is due March 6th (Lesson Plans due by that date)
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Continue your elementary classroom work being sure to write experiences and observations in your journal each day.Start your testing and have it completed and the report turned in by March 20th.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of February 16, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Demonstrate and evaluate various routine activities done daily at preschool.Role play assigned teacher situations.
Tuesday:Identify characteristics of a good storybook for young children and correct reading techniques.
Wednesday:Read and evaluate various books suitable for the preschool age and practice reading skills.
Thursday:QUIZ on Literature.Continue role playing.
Friday:Review schedule for Orientation Day on Monday and review duty schedule for next week.Finish role-playing.
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for new semester.Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.Next project is due February 20th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Work on assigned projects as independent study.Continue elementary classroom work being sure to write experiences and observations in your journal, Be prepared to begin your testing project with the preschoolers during the second week of preschool.
Lesson plans for the week of February 9, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Teacher presentation and class notes on Enforcing Limits
Tuesday: Work on selecting and preparing project ideas using classroom resources.
Wednesday: Review for test
Thursday:TEST on Discipline unit (50 points) STUDY!
Friday:Identify characteristics of a good storybook for young children and correct reading techniques.
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to work on assigned projects as independent study.
HW:Next project is due Feb. 20th
PRESCHOOL III:
Begin working at your assigned elementary classroom.
HW:Write in your journal experiences and observations of teaching techniques at the elementary level.Prepare your lesson plan folder on your assigned topic.Also prepare your testing project to be done the first two weeks of preschool.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of February 2, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Assign and explain the visual project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Tuesday: Utilize classroom resources to select and develop project ideas.
Wednesday: Teacher presentation on Democratic Discipline and class notes on Freedom of Expression and Providing Alternatives.
Thursday: Teacher presentation and class notes on Providing Directions and Limits and Enforcing the Limits.
Friday:Teacher presentation on Types of Punishment
Homework:Review Sheet to be completed
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for new semester.Work on assigned projects as independent study.
PRESCHOOL III:
Work on assigned projects as independent study.Assist preparing center for new semester.
Lesson plans for the week of January 26, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Teacher presentation on Guides for Working with Children.
Tuesday:Complete Daily Procedures Handout.Practice Positive Guidance Statements.
Wednesday:Assign and explain the visual project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Construct and evaluate a visual project suitable for the preschool age level.
Thursday:Assign and explain the small group project and evaluate various samples.
Homework:Construct, present, and evaluate a small group project suitable for the preschool level.
Friday:TEST on Introduction to the Program (notes and handouts).
PRESCHOOL II:
Work on assigned projects as independent study.Assist preparing center for new semester.
PRESCHOOL III:
Work on assigned projects as independent study.Assist preparing center for new semester.
Lesson plans for the week of January 12, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: Prepare for preschool graduation this afternoon
Wednesday:Complete course evaluation.Clean and set up center for next semester
Thursday: Introduction to Preschool Course
Friday: Tour of center
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for new semester
PRESCHOOL III:
Finish elementary classroom experiences this week.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of January 5, 2009
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Graduation
Small group projects related to Graduation are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties and project work as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties and project work as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Thursday:Read chapter #21 and complete study guide questions
Friday:Identify various types of child care services available and discuss the pros and cons of each.
Clean and prepare center for graduation.
PRESCHOOL II:
Assist preparing center for graduation
PRESCHOOL III:
Finish elementary classroom experiences this week.
Journals are due Monday.Testing reports are due Wednesday.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of December 8, 2008
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Bodies
Small group projects related to Bodies are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Friday: Review lab experiences.TEST on Four Types of Development (50 points).Study your notes!!!
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to complete your assigned projects.All are due by Dec. 23 unless a later date is approved by the teacher.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your lab experiences at the elementary school.Journal writings are due by Dec. 23rd.Be sure to collect your second testing data before Dec. 23rd.Your last testing report is due Jan. 2nd.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of December 8, 2008
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Bodies
Small group projects related to Bodies are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties as they work with the preschool children at the center.
Friday: Review lab experiences.TEST on Four Types of Development (50 points).Study your notes!!!
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue to complete your assigned projects.All are due by Dec. 23 unless a later date is approved by the teacher.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue your lab experiences at the elementary school.Journal writings are due by Dec. 23rd.Be sure to collect your second testing data before Dec. 23rd.Your last testing report is due Jan. 2nd.
Karen Smith
Lesson plans for the week of December 2, 2008
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday: High school students complete assigned duties with the children as they supervise and work with the children
Wednesday: High school students complete assigned duties with the children as they supervise and work with the children
Thursday: High school students complete assigned duties with the children as they supervise and work with the children
Friday: Review lab experiences. Discuss project work
PRESCHOOL II:Complete independent study projects as assigned.Next project is due Dec. 5th.Be sure you are prepared to teach your lesson on your assigned day.
PRESCHOOL III:Continue your elementary classroom work and be sure to make entries in your journal.Also be prepared for teaching your lesson day.You can begin doing your second testing this week so you will have your results before Christmas vacation.
Lesson plans for the week of November 24, 2008
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday:Identify characteristics of Emotional Development and how it relates to the preschool age.
Homework: Complete childhood fear paper
Tuesday:Review four types of Development papers
Wednesday:Clean center materials/areas
Thursday:HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Friday:No school
PRESCHOOL II:
Work on completing assigned projects as independent study.Next project is due Dec 5th.
PRESCHOOL III:
Continue elementary lab experiences and writing in your journal (due December 23)
Lesson plans for the week of November 17, 2008
PRESCHOOL I:
Monday: Demonstrate ability to utilize correct communication skills and apply positive guidance/discipline techniques with the children at the Center.Complete assigned duties as listed on the schedule sheet posted at the Center.
Weekly concept:Animals
Small group projects related to Animals are to be completed this week with the children.
Tuesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise and work with the children at the center
Wednesday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise and work with the children at the center
Thursday:High school students complete assigned duties as they supervise and work with the children at the center
Friday: Review lab experiences.Identify emotional development and how it applies to the preschool child.
Homework: Observation II due Friday, Nov. 21st
PRESCHOOL II:
Continue working on assigned projects as independent study.Remember Observation I is due Nov. 21st.Be prepared and ready to teach your lesson on your assigned day (check dates on chart posted on high school bulletin board at preschool).Next project is due Friday, Nov. 21st.
PRESCHOOL III:
Complete assigned projects as independent study.Continue working at your new elementary assignment.Be sure to make daily journal entries including observation of children’s behaviors, teaching techniques and project ideas.