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email: Joyce Johnson, Director happyhands @ eccprinceton.org 24 N. Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-2124 |
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email: Joyce Johnson, Director happyhands @ eccprinceton.org 24 N. Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-2124 |
Happy Hands Preschool was established in the fall of 1967 and is a non-profit school owned and operated by the Evangelical Covenant Church of Princeton. The preschool is licensed by the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
The preschool provides an atmosphere that encourages the social, emotional, physical, spiritual and intellectual growth and development of each child. Early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. Preschool children are creative and receptive; the staff strives to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend.
Our goal is to help children adjust to new situations, to feel comfortable and secure with their environment, to learn to reason and problem solve, to successfully communicate with others, and to develop a positive self-image.
Each session provides:
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opportunities to explore a variety of learning centers. |
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stories, games and songs. |
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awareness of shapes, colors, numbers and letters. |
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art activities. |
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snack time. |
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activities that enhance both large and small motor development. |
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A child must be three (3) years old by September 1st |
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A child must be toilet trained. |
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A non-refundable registration fee must be paid at the time of registration. |
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A completed medical form with a Doctor’s signature is due on the 1st day the child attends. |
CLASS SCHEDULES
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CLASSES FOR
4 and 5-YEAR OLD CHILDREN |
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Mon/Wed Morning 9:00 – 11:15 Friday Morning 9:00 – 11:15
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Tues/Thurs Morning 9:00 – 11:15 Tues/Thurs Afternoon 1:00 – 3:15 Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoon 1:00 - 3:15 |
Each class size is between 13 and 17 children with 2 teachers on site at all times.
“We could not be happier about the outstanding quality of Happy Hands. We cannot imagine a better preschool anywhere. The teachers are great role models for the kids in and out of the classroom. We wish continued success and blessings for Happy Hands.” N.V., Princeton
“I have been very impressed with Happy Hands. You always have such creative themes and activities for your students. I also really appreciate being able to call you and get help and support on concerns that I have had.” T.C., Bradford
“Our son has enjoyed this year at Happy Hands, which is due to having such wonderful teachers. You established an environment of caring, interest and respect from which all of the students benefited. What more can a parent want for their child?” K.Y., Princeton
“We love you all like family. Thank you for giving the boys such a great start in school.”
A.E., Princeton
Anyone interested in observing the program or receiving an application may call the Director, Joyce Johnson, at 875-2124 or email her at the address above.