Risen Savior Lutheran Church, Franklin, WI

Welcome to Risen Savior Lutheran Preschool

Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6

Welcome!We are so glad you stopped by to learn more about our programs at Risen Savior s Lutheran Preschool.Currently we offer programs for 3-5 year old children.The schedule for next fall is as follows:

3 Year olds meet Tues. and Thurs. mornings

9:30-12:00

4 & 5 Year olds meet Mon, Wed and Fri.

9:45-1:45

We offer a bright spacious classroom with fully equipped learning centers that are designed with materials that are interesting to young children.

We use a thematic approach, which ties in various learning centers. The result is a very natural path to learning.

Our educated and knowledgeable teachers will help your child build a solid academic and spiritual foundation. Through a variety of activities your child will develop those skills necessary for Kindergarten entrance. We emphasis this learning through play and hands on experiences. After all, play is a child s work . We also have a strong focus on faith building.We teach Christian values through songs, prayers and Bible stories in a way that small children can relate to and understand.

In this Christian atmosphere, your child will be free to explore and develop skills at his own pace while being challenged and inspired.

Our caring and nurturing teachers are always there to guide your child along the way.

For more information or to schedule a tour please call our director, Sarita Schraeder at 414-529-5647

Our Mission

To make a difference in the lives of young children and their families through Christ centered activities that develop the whole child, resulting in a firm foundation for life long learning and spiritual growth.

Not only are we a ministry to the children but their families as well. Through out the year we offer parent teacher conferences, family events and fellowship opportunities.

Goals

To instill in the young child the knowledge of God s love for him.

To provide learning experiences that develops positive self esteem and builds independence.

To respect each child as an individual, allowing them to learn at their own pace.

To give each child a positive first school experience that sets the stage for life long learning.

To prepare each child for the next level of growth and development

Specifically, preparing each child for kindergarten success and school readiness.

Education

Our daily activities are designed to develop the whole child by providing growth and stimulation in all areas of development including, large/ small muscle, creative, social, intellectual, cognitive and spiritual. Risen Savior uses a child directed curriculum that includes Whole Language and sensory-based approaches. Individual and group needs cause the program to vary at times. Many resources are drawn from to provide a complete theme based lesson plan.

Large Muscle
Indoor and outdoor activities that include climbing, running, jumping and ball.

Outdoor Activities

Climbing equipment, balls, parachute play

Organized games, obstacle courses, nature walks

Sensory play with sand and water

Art activities, paint, chalk and bubbles

Small Muscle

Playing with blocks, cars, and trucks

Sorting activities, beads, puzzles

Drawing, cutting, and gluing

Creative

Materials are readily available and accessible, encouraging children to create on their own

Exposure to music through dance, songs and activities

Use of constructive toys

Dramatic play, role playing opportunities

Social

Sharing at group time

Interactions at the snack table

Small group activities in Learning Centers

Creative play experiences- dramatic play, puppets,

Role playing

Planned family events

Planned teacher activities

Cognitive

Matching games with colors, shapes, numbers and letters

Sequencing stories and events

Activities to teach concepts such as, under, over, first, last, long short, slow and fast.

Letter and number recognition activities

Intellectual

Challenging activities at Learning Centers

Opportunities to problem solve

Children make choices

Readily available books and tapes

Group story time enhanced by flannel board activities, cut and tell stories, puppets and other props.

Games focusing on number and letter recognition and formation

Spiritual
Opening, closing and snack time prayers
Christ centered activities
Bible stories and songs
Chapel with pastor bi- monthly