{"id":5059,"date":"2017-08-19T12:06:54","date_gmt":"2017-08-19T16:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrow.org\/?page_id=5059"},"modified":"2026-07-10T15:16:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T19:16:31","slug":"classes-offered-preschool","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/?page_id=5059","title":{"rendered":"Classes Offered-Preschool"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"5059\" class=\"elementor elementor-5059\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b856cbd elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b856cbd\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7db01c64\" data-id=\"7db01c64\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d961a65 eael_simple_menu_hamburger_disable_selected_menu_no eael-simple-menu-hamburger-align-right eael-simple-menu-link-full-width eael-hamburger--tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-simple-menu\" data-id=\"d961a65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-simple-menu.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\n                        @media screen and (max-width: 1024px) {\n                            .eael-hamburger--tablet {\n                                .eael-simple-menu-horizontal,\n                                .eael-simple-menu-vertical {\n                                    display: none;\n                                }\n                            }\n                            .eael-hamburger--tablet {\n                                .eael-simple-menu-container .eael-simple-menu-toggle {\n                                    display: block;\n                                }\n                            }\n                        }\n                        .eael-simple-menu-container.eael-simple-menu--loading > ul {\n                            display: -webkit-box !important;\n                            display: -ms-flexbox !important;\n                            display: flex !important;\n                            list-style: none !important;\n                        }\n                        .eael-simple-menu-container.eael-simple-menu--loading li ul {\n                            visibility: hidden !important;\n                            opacity: 0 !important;\n                        }\n                    <\/style>            <div data-hamburger-icon=\"&lt;i aria-hidden=&quot;true&quot; 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The program has changed each year and for the best. I appreciate all of the thought that goes in to planning each year.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5889\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>She is more social, shares her toys and thoughts freely and talks about Jesus and Mary<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5890\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Miss Helen has a very gentle demeanor and encouraged trying. Based on the projects that came home Miss Helen supported making an attempt and allowed room for my child to complete the task as an individual which may not have always been how the task was meant to be done. This is very important at such a young age.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5893\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Loving staff, willingness to take advice, great playground, faith formation, security measures, classroom offerings, good classroom size, lunch Bunch, reasonably priced. It\u2019s all great!<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5896\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>The extended family feeling and the love the teachers have for their jobs and the children they teach thru faith centered focus.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5894\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>The compassion, care and commitment of the teachers and administrators is unbelievable. They are all fully engaged with the students and their families every step of the way. I am more than impressed with this school and our experience.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5891\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>I love the way you take care of our kids. I am never worried as I trust Miss Tina as if she is a close member of my family.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5892\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Our whole family loves St Mary&#8217;s, not only the preschool, but the church as well, six of our family members have attended the preschool, one child started in the first class, can&#8217;t say enough good things about St. Mary&#8217;s.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5886\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Miss Helen has done a great job of handling the girl drama and encouraging them to meet new friends within class.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5883\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>The teachers are amazing at knowing, greeting, and developing a relationship with each student through time spent together getting to know them.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5888\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Accommodations throughout the day was provided to my child to help address his developmental and emotional delays.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-7954\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\"><div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div><p>Miss Helen has done a great job of handling the girl drama and encouraging them to meet new friends within class.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:shortcode --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":5115} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"166\" class=\"wp-image-5115\" src=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrow.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM-300x166.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM.png 426w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/registration-directions-26-27.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registration Process<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Application-for-Admission.doc\">Application for 2026-2027<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-2027-Class-Selection-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Class Selection Form 2026-2027<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/morning-care-form-26-27v2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Morning Care Form 2026-2027<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Classes Offered 2026-2027:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A $300 non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of enrollment: Payment Link.<br \/>The cost of all field trips, snacks, a school bag, and a school t-shirt is included in the registration fee.<br \/>Classes will have a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 18 children and 2 teachers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2 1\/2 to 3-Year-Old \u2013 1 Class<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility: Children must be 3 years old by March 1<\/li>\n<li>Days: Thursday\/Friday (half day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $290<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0Transitional 3 to 4-Year-Olds \u2013 1 Class<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility: Children must be 4 years old by March 31<\/li>\n<li>Days: Monday\/Tuesday\/Wednesday (half day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $360<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Mixed Age Group Class 3 to 4 \u00bd -Year-Old \u2013 2 Classes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility: Children must be 3 years old by September 1<\/li>\n<li>Days: Monday \u2013 Friday (half day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $595<\/li>\n<li>Days: Monday \u2013 Friday (full day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $1,030<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Junior Kindergarten \u2013 2 classes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility: Children must be 4 years old by December 31<\/li>\n<li>Days: Monday \u2013 Friday (half day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $600<\/li>\n<li>Option to stay until 3:30 p.m. $1,030\/mo.<\/li>\n<li>Eligibility: Children must be 5 years old by March 31<\/li>\n<li>Days: Monday \u2013 Friday (full day)<\/li>\n<li>Time: 9:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Tuition: $730<\/li>\n<li>Option to stay until 3:30 p.m. $1,030\/mo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Morning Care: available Monday through Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Morning Care is available at 8:15 a.m. $12\/day drop in option or monthly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lunch Bunch: available Monday thru Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lunch Bunch is available Noon-1:30p.m. $25\/day drop in option or monthly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Sibling discount \u2013 15% on 2nd tuition amount<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Twins discount \u2013 25% on 2nd tuition amount<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The first month\u2019s tuition is due on May 1 or at the time of summer enrollment.\u00a0Subsequent payments are due one month in advance, September through April.<\/p>\n<p>St. Mary\u2019s Preschool does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin,\u00a0disability or religion in its admission policies. Catholic teachings, including Catechesis of\u00a0the Good Shepherd, are included in the curriculum.<\/p>\n<p>Please complete the Application and Class Selection forms above and email the\u00a0documents to <a href=\"mailto:preschool@stmaryofsorrows.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">preschool@stmaryofsorrows.org<\/a>. 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