Gentle Separation Classes

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CMOM’s gentle separation classes allow children and their caregivers to gradually separate at their own pace, gently preparing your child for the preschool experience. Our experienced teachers facilitate a positive, nurturing separation between child and parent/caregiver. Children gain self-confidence and independence in a safe, stimulating environment while developing the skills needed for preschool readiness. All classes include a snack.

As part of CMOM's health initiative, classes will include activities developed with experts from the National Institutes of Health. This first of its kind health curriculum will introduce you and your child to fun strategies and activities that incorporate healthy choices into your everyday family routine! (In addition, all parents will receive specially designed activity handouts that they can use at home with their child.)

Preschool Steps

Ages 2 - 3 years
In this class, your child will explore, investigate, socialize and build trusting relationships with his or her peers and teachers. Experienced and nurturing teachers guide children through a series of activities including art, music, science exploration, movement, dramatic play and group story time. This class meets once a week.

Preschool Prep

Ages 2 – 3 years
Providing the same wonderful learning opportunities and activities as Preschool Steps, this class is held twice a week for a more intensive preschool experience.

See the schedule below for our current offerings and click "enroll" to download an application.

 

Summer Classes: July Age Dates Day & Time Instructor Tuition Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 1 - July 24 Mon & Wed 9:00-10:30 Sarah Ackerman $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 2 - Jul 25 Tue & Thu 9:00-10:30 Laura Shortt $280 member/ $360 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 1 - July 24 Mon & Wed 11:00-12:30 Sarah Ackerman $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 2 - July 25 Tue & Thu 11:00-12:30 Laura Shortt $280 member/ $360 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years July 5 - July 26 Fri 9:00-10:30 Laura Shortt $160 member/ $200 non-member Enroll
Summer Classes: August Age Dates Day & Time Instructor Tuition Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 29 - August 21 Mon & Wed 9:00-10:30 Sarah Ackerman $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 30 - August 22 Tue & Thu 9:00-10:30 Laura Shortt $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 29 - August 21 Mon & Wed 11:00-12:30 Sarah Ackerman $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years July 30 - August 22 Tue & Thu 11:00-12:30 Laura Shortt $320 member/ $400 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years August 2 - August 23 Fri 9:00-10:30 Laura Shortt $160 member/ $200 non-member Enroll

 

Fall Classes Age Dates Day & Time Instructor Tuition Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 9 - Jan 22 Mon & Wed 9:00-10:30 Sarah Ackerman $1,370 member/ $1,620 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 9 - Jan 22 Mon & Wed 11:00-12:30 Sarah Ackerman $1,370 member/ $1,620 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 10 - Jan 23 Tue & Thu 9:00 - 10:30 Laura Shortt $1,475 member/ $1,725 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 10 - Jan 23 Tue & Thu 11:00-12:30 Laura Shortt $1,475 member/ $1,725 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 11 - Jan 22 Wed 3:45 - 5:15 Sarah Ackerman $680 member/ $800 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 13 - Jan 24 Fri 9:00-10:30 Laura Shortt $720 member/ $845 non-member Enroll

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CMOM’s Spring 2012 Benefit was a resounding success.

 

With 350 friends and supporters gathered together—and over $800,000 raised to support CMOM’s vital community outreach program—we could not have imagined a more inspired and heartfelt celebration of our commitment to families, the arts, health and education.. This outpouring of generosity and excitement also resulted in $66,000 raised that evening to provide FREE access to the Museum's educational exhibits for 6,500 Head Start families. This was a great start towards our goal of raising funds to serve 20,000 Head Start families in 2012.

Please check back soon for 2013 event updates!
 

Calendar

Math Wizards: Super Squares Collage, 10:00am

4 & younger

Use square cut outs made from different materials to explore shape and scale
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn descriptive vocabulary, develop shape recognition, sensory  awareness and creative expression    
 

Math Wizards PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 11:30am

4 & younger

Explore shapes, patterns and counting and listen to stories that build math skills.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn math vocabulary, build shape recognition and spatial awareness,  listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

Mural Wall Painting, 12:00pm

4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorksTM  Mural Wall.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science Skills (color mixing and cause and effect)

Math Wizards: Super Squares Collage, 1:00pm

4 & younger

Use square cut outs made from different materials to explore shape and scale
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn descriptive vocabulary, develop shape recognition, sensory  awareness and creative expression    
 

Mural Wall Painting, 2:30pm

4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorksTM  Mural Wall.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science Skills (color mixing and cause and effect)

PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 4:00pm

4 & younger

Sing, move your body and use your listening ears to hear special stories.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn new vocabulary, build listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

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