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2015-2016
PRE-SCHOOL
UNIVERSE
PV SCHOOLS TUITION PROGRAMS
The following information applies to Tuition Programs only, except where specified:
• Students attend five-days-per-week, Monday through Friday.
• Programs are full-day, mornings and afternoons (specific site start/end times vary).
• Programs are taught by appropriately certified and/or appropriately licensed
teachers.
• Programs follow PV Schools’ academic calendar.
• Programs are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services.
• Students must meet program age guidelines (page 4) and be toilet-trained.
• Parent(s) provide transportation for all programming.
• Program locations (see map) and tuition schedules (page 4) are subject to change.
• Community Education reserves the right to cancel any program due to low
enrollment.
For more information about Tuition Programs please contact the Community Education
Department at www.pvschools.net/comed or call (602) 449-2211.
INFANT / TODDLER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Lil’ Pioneers Child Development Center
Located at Pinnacle High School, children attend this caring and nurturing program from birth
through age three. The Center follows the district’s academic calendar and is open from 6:30
am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. There is a half-day option available for 3-year-olds
only. Children must be toilet-trained to move into the 3-year-old classroom.
CORE KNOWLEDGE ® PRESCHOOL
Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten and Mini Scholars Preschool
Located at various elementary schools, Little Scholars (for 4-year-olds) and Mini Scholars (for
3-year-olds) programs utilize Core Knowledge® curriculum. Core Knowledge® curriculum has
been adopted by many of the elementary schools across the district. The program has been
identified as providing a strong body of knowledge that enables children to be successful
learners. Little and Mini Scholars use the Core Knowledge® sequence to guide academic
success through hands-on and engaging activities that ready children for their kindergarten
experience. Please refer to the top of page 1 for additional Tuition Program information. CORE KNOWLEDGE ® PRESCHOOL WITH SUZUKI STRINGS
Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten with Suzuki Strings
Located at Desert Shadows Elementary School, Suzuki Strings instruction is provided in addition
to the Core Knowledge® curriculum. The Suzuki method uses the concepts of encouragement,
constant repetition, rote (before note) learning, careful listening, and parent responsibility
as a foundation to learning to play the violin. This class is for 4-year-olds and is taught by
a certified teacher along with a certified Suzuki Strings instructor. Please refer to the top of
page 1 for additional Tuition Program information
Please visit suzukiassocation.org for more information about this proven method.
CORE KNOWLEDGE ® PRESCHOOL WITH MANDARIN CHINESE ENRICHMENT
Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten with Mandarin Chinese Enrichment
Located at Whispering Wind Academy, Mandarin Chinese Enrichment is provided in addition
to the Core Knowledge® curriculum.
This class is for 4-year-olds and is taught by a certified teacher. Learning in this class is
supplemented with Mandarin Chinese enrichment. Students in this class may transition to
the kindergarten Mandarin Chinese Immersion program. Please refer to the top of page 1 for
additional Tuition Program information.
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PV SCHOOLS TUITION PROGRAMS
CORE KNOWLEDGE ® PRESCHOOL WITH SPANISH ENRICHMENT
Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten with Spanish Enrichment
Located at Sandpiper Elementary School, Spanish Enrichment instruction is provided in
addition to the Core Knowledge® Curriculum. This class is for 4-year-olds and is taught by a certified teacher who is fluent in Spanish. Students in this class transition to the Sandpiper FLITE program. Please refer to the top of
page 1 for additional Tuition Program information.
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
Primary Montessori Classroom
“Free the child’s potential and you will transform him into the world.” - Maria Montessori
Montessori at Mercury Mine Elementary School is a preschool program that applies enhanced
teaching strategies to a progressive school environment that allows students to learn and grow
in a unique setting. Learning is guided by the theories and practices of Dr. Maria Montessori.
Three- and 4-year-old children will flourish in this multi-age classroom environment fashioned
to promote critical thinking, discovery, creative invention, and thoughtful analysis. Please
refer to the top of page 1 for additional Tuition Program information.
GIFTED PRESCHOOL
Located at three elementary schools, Gifted Preschool is designed for 4-year-old gifted and
talented students. Instruction emphasizes the development of critical and creative thinking
through an accelerated curriculum, integrated technology, enrichment, and individualization. Please refer to the top of page 1 for additional Tuition Program information.
For additional information contact the Gifted Education Department at www.pvschools.net/gifted
or call (602) 449-2113, or the Community Education Department at www.pvschools.net/comed
or call (602) 449-2211.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PROGRAMS
Paradise Valley High School Vocational Preschool
North Canyon High School Vocational Preschool
Located on two high school campuses, “Vocational” Preschools are designed to serve the
community and train high school students in child care and development. Both preschools
are open to toilet-trained children ages 3- to 5-years-old. While enrollment is on a first-come,
first-served basis, the school director makes every effort to structure a group of children from
a variety of ages.
High school students working in the preschools have responsibilities similar to private
preschool programs and include: planning/teaching lessons, observations, set-up/clean-up,
and parent contact. They also become familiar with regulations of the Arizona Department
of Health Services.
Children enrolled in these preschools participate in a wide variety of activities designed to meet
their special interests and needs in a safe and healthy environment. Activities are planned to
encourage each child’s growth in four areas of development: intellectual, emotional, physical,
and social.
The preschool portion of the vocational program runs during the fall and spring semesters of
the district’s academic year. Preschool students attend three-mornings-per-week. For additional information, including program fees, please contact the individual site directors. See the back cover for contact information.
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PV SCHOOLS NON-TUITION PROGRAMS
SPECIAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL
SUN Kids Preschool Program (Serving Unique Needs)
SUN Kids Preschool provides special education services for 3- to 5-year-old children with
special/unique needs who are not yet eligible for kindergarten. All children must be screened
prior to placement in the program. Screening appointments are available year round.
Preschoolers who are developing at an expected rate are accepted as peer models (“Peer
Pals”) and pay tuition of $130 per month. “Peer Pals” must have the ability to be strong
language and behavior models for our students with special/unique needs.
SUN Kids Preschool provides experiences to enhance learning in all developmental areas with
emphasis on meeting each child’s individual needs. Social-emotional readiness is an important
indicator in future school and work place success. Our language-based program provides
a foundation for support of future literacy skills. These foundations teach preschoolers the
“ready to learn” skills necessary to acquire future academic concepts.
Half-day sessions (AM and PM) meet Monday through Thursday. For more information about
SUN Kids Preschool or to schedule a screening appointment please call (602) 449-2650.
TITLE I PRESCHOOL
Located at five elementary schools, Title I is a federally funded program that provides instruction
for students who demonstrate educational need. This program is provided at no cost to children
who qualify. Eligibility requirements for Title I preschools include:
• four-years-old by September 1st of the school calendar year
• live within the boundaries of a Title I school in Paradise Valley Unified School District
• identified at risk of failing to meet the state’s challenging student performance standards
(*assessment is required)
Title I Preschool classes are taught by certified teachers. These full-day classes meet Monday
through Friday and follow the district’s academic calendar. PV Schools offers Title I Preschools
at the following elementary schools:
• Arrowhead . . . . . . Full Day: . . . . . . 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Cactus View . . . . . . Full Day: . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Echo Mt Primary . . . . Full Day: . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Indian Bend . . . . . . Full Day: . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Palomino Primary . . . Full Day: . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Interested families should contact the Title I Parent Liaison for enrollment information at (602)
449-2226.
PARADISE VALLEY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Located at the Foothills Campus, Paradise Valley Family Resource Center is funded by First
Things First® and is designed to connect and strengthen families with children birth to 5-yearsold through education, resources, and referral information. Open to all Phoenix residents, free
parenting classes are offered on a variety of topics. Children play and develop skills while
parents learn about the importance of parenting.
For more information visit www.pvschools.net/frc or contact Mollie Bailey at (602) 449-7411.
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PV SCHOOLS NON-TUITION PROGRAMS
HEAD START PRESCHOOL
The PV Schools division of Southwest Head Start is a free home visiting and preschool program
designed for low-income families and their children that provides education, health, nutrition,
social services, and parent engagement opportunities. The program is designed for pregnant
mothers and families with children ages birth through 5-years-old who live in the PV Schools
attendance area. Special services for children with disabilities are available for preschool-age
children who qualify.
Southwest Head Start programs are located on the campuses of the following elementary
schools:
• Echo Mountain Primary
• Campo Bello
• Palomino Primary
Please contact the Southwest Head Start Interest Line for more information and to start the
application process at (602) 468-3431.
PV SCHOOLS TUITION PROGRAM FEES AND
INFORMATION
Lil’ Pioneers
Age Guidelines
Days
Times
1st Child Fee*
2nd (+) Child Fee* Inclusive Months
Infants and Toddlers
Birth to 2-years-old
Mon-Fri
6:30 am - 5:30 pm
$1035 / mo.
$880 / mo.
August through May
Preschool
3-years-old
Mon-Fri
6:30 am - 5:30 pm
$925 / mo.
$785 / mo.
August through May
Preschool Half Day
3-years-old
Mon-Fri
8:45 am - 12:30 pm
$465 / mo.
$395 / mo.
August through May
Mini Scholars
Age Guidelines
Days
Times
1st Child Fee*
2nd (+) Child Fee* Inclusive Months
3-years-old before 9/1/15 Mon-Fri
8:30am-2:30pm
$605 / mo.
$515 / mo.
Little Scholars
Age Guidelines
Times
1st Child Fee*
2nd (+) Child Fee* Inclusive Months
4-years-old before 9/1/15 Mon-Fri
Site Specific
$605 / mo.
$515 / mo.
Gifted Preschool
Age Guidelines
Days
Times
1st Child Fee*
2nd (+) Child Fee* Inclusive Months
4-years-old
Mon-Fri
Site Specific
$760 / mo.
$646 / mo.
Days
August through May
August through May
August through May
(NOTE: Gifted Preschool does not waive the Kindergarten entrance requirement that a child must turn 5-years-old before September 1st.)
Montessori
Age Guidelines
Days
Times
1st Child Fee*
2nd (+) Child Fee* Inclusive Months
3- and 4-year-olds
(3-years-old before 9/1/15)
Mon-Fri
9:00am-3:00pm
$705 / mo.
$600 / mo.
August through May
SUN Kids “Peer Pals” pay $130 / mo.
* Fees are subject to change without notice. Community Education reserves the right to cancel any programs due to
low enrollment.
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PV SCHOOLS PRE-SCHOOL UNIVERSE CONTACTS
Community Education Department
Lil’ Pioneers Infant/Toddler Development Center, Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten, Mini Scholars
Preschool, Little Scholars with Suzuki Strings Pre-Kindergarten, Little Scholars with Spanish
Enrichment Pre-Kindergarten, Little Scholars Mandarin Chinese Enrichment Pre-Kindergarten,
and Montessori Preschool.
LeEllen Jordan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-2211
www.pvschools.net/comed
Title I Department
Title I Parent Liaison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-2226
Gifted Education Department
Jay Michi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-2113
Special Education Department
SUN Kids Preschool
Preschool Evaluation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-2650
Child Development Training Programs
Paradise Valley High School Vocational Preschool Director Lindsay Tankosic . (602) 449-7072
North Canyon High School Vocational Preschool Director Erin Dyer . . . . . (602) 449-5000
Southwest Head Start
Head Start Preschool
Southwest Head Start Interest Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 468-3431
Community Education Depar tment
15032 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85032-4493
www.pvschools.net/comed
(602) 449-2200
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24 Paradise Valley • 3950 E. Bell Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-7000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Pinnacle • 3535 E. Mayo Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-4000 . .
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26 Foothills Campus • PV Family Resource Center 17835 N. 44th St. . . (602) 449-7400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27 Cholla Complex • 3602 E. Cholla.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 449-2650 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28 Community Education Ofﬁce - Community Resource Center • 15032 N. 32nd St. (602) 449-2200 or 2201 or 2202
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