{"id":9033,"date":"2026-08-10T21:09:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-10T21:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ftsmockup.colincecil.com\/?page_id=9033"},"modified":"2026-08-11T20:41:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T20:41:03","slug":"pre-k","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ftsmockup.colincecil.com\/index.php\/departments\/pre-k\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-K"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/3.files.edl.io\/d0a6\/26\/01\/16\/212435-029ea541-acdb-4cb6-8e36-03bed68e6edf.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/3.files.edl.io\/d0a6\/26\/01\/16\/212435-029ea541-acdb-4cb6-8e36-03bed68e6edf.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<p> <\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Where Learning Begins<\/h2>\n<p>Our Pre-Kindergarten program provides a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment. Through purposeful play and developmentally appropriate instruction, children build social-emotional skills, early academic readiness, independence, and confidence.<\/p>\n<p>We believe families are essential partners in learning. Through ongoing communication, workshops, and family-centered events, we work together to support each child&#8217;s growth at school and at home. Our dedicated staff is committed to meeting the needs of all learners and ensuring smooth transitions into kindergarten and beyond.<\/p>\n<h2> <strong>Why Pre-K Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>High-quality Pre-K experiences play a critical role in a child&#8217;s development. Our program helps children:<br \/> &#8226; Build strong social-emotional skills<br \/> &#8226; Develop early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills<br \/> &#8226; Gain confidence, independence, and a love of learning<br \/> &#8226; Experience consistent routines that support kindergarten readiness<br \/> &#8226; Benefit from early supports and family partnerships<\/p>\n<p>At our school, Pre-K is more than preparation for kindergarten&#8212;it is the beginning of a lifelong journey of curiosity, growth, and success. We are proud to nurture young learners in a setting where they feel safe, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please reach out to the Preschool Secretary, Sally Moreno, or Meaghan Shedlock (PIC\/PIRS\/CPIS) with any questions or for additional information.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/4.files.edl.io\/3e1a\/01\/12\/26\/140927-5144ab62-cb06-4aa2-b98a-e3889fe8c6ec.pdf\">FTS Preschool Lottery Flyer 2026-2027 (1) (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/4.files.edl.io\/4fe0\/10\/29\/25\/131043-d6ba5828-ac60-41f6-a660-9190efaec9cd.pdf\">Preschool Parent Curriculum Workshop 11.11.25 (1) (PDF)<\/a>\n <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/apps\/pics\/empty_profile_public.png\" alt=\"MeaghanShedlock&apos;s Profile Photo\"><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"\/apps\/pages\/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2917411&amp;type=u\"><br \/>\n\tMeaghan Shedlock<br \/>\n <\/a><br \/>\n PIC \/ PERS \/ CPIS<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"mailto:mshedlock@ftschool.org\">mshedlock@ftschool.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/apps\/pics\/empty_profile_public.png\" alt=\"SallyMoreno&apos;s Profile Photo\"><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"\/apps\/pages\/index.jsp?uREC_ID=3099262&amp;type=u\"><br \/>\n\tSally Moreno<br \/>\n <\/a><br \/>\n Preschool &amp; Special Services Secretary<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"mailto:smoreno@ftschool.org\">smoreno@ftschool.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Where Learning Begins Our Pre-Kindergarten program provides a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment. 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