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At Citizen Potawatomi Child Development Center School Age Zone, staff members share a common philosophy about teaching and learning. Teachers utilize developmentally appropriate practices that challenge individual children to reach their potential in all areas of development. Active learning experiencesthat involve children in critical-thinking and problem that involve children in critical-thinking and problem solving tasks focus on the process of learning which is as important as the end result.

We value effort, hard work and creativity. High expectations for all students and clearly articulated curriculum objectives at all grade levels lead to an enriched academic, social,creative, physical program in a caring and supportive environment.in a caring and supportive environment.

Foster Exploration, inquiry, and discoveryEncourage a positive disposition toward learningFocus on curriculum themes and units that lead to interdisciplinary experiences.Involve students to use skills acquired through the curriculum for the real life purposes and situationsProvide enrichment and extension of the publicProvide enrichment and extension of the public school curriculum through connections with school personnel.Involve Students in areas of enrichment activities such as art vocal and instrumental music, dance, sports, camps, cultural arts performances, visiting community workers, reading literacy/ reinforcement, homework helpers, a snack shack for junior enterprise, computer labs, and much more.

Our Staff facilitates learning in a fun environment, rotating through zones the child chooses such as creative zone, discovery zone, news zone, boogie zone, gamezone, aquatic zone, drama zone, and home improvementzone. An environmental outdoor class room isprovided. Field trips are planned around the weeklyprovided. Field trips are planned around the weeklythemes.

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