Early Childhood Services
Early Childhood Services are held at Benson Primary School located at 301 E. Washington Street, Itasca, IL.
About
District 10 currently offers a five-day-a-week, 1⁄2 day, morning or afternoon preschool program. The program will be open to children who reside within the D10 school boundaries and who are 3-5 years old and are not eligible for Kindergarten. Tuition and registration fees will be available after approval by the School Board.
Early Childhood Program Information
District 10 Early Childhood program is a multi-aged program that provides experiences for young children ages three through five who have identified disabilities, considered at-risk, and typically developing. ALL children have an opportunity to play and learn together in an accepting and engaging environment. Consistent with D10's philosophy, the Preschool serves the needs of all children utilizing a developmentally-appropriate approach to instruction.
The purpose of our program is to assist families in meeting the developmental needs of children, to promote the educational and social/emotional growth of children, and to provide a safe, secure and nurturing classroom environment. The program emphasizes the process of growth through active, hands-on experiences. The program provides high quality enrichment experiences for our students, as well as activities and educational opportunities for parents and families throughout the year.
All students should be toilet trained.
Preschool Lottery
The Preschool Lottery is held every year, typically in February. Parents will be notified if their child has received a spot in the program for the upcoming school year. Those who are not selected in the lottery will be placed on a waitlist and will be notified if space becomes available.
What does a typical day look like?
- Arrival and unpack
- Question of the Day/ Class Meeting/ turn and talk time
- Gross motor movement
- Table work- writing, cutting, fine motor activities, math and literacy concepts
- Circle-focus on academic concepts
- Center activities- play centers, art, technology small groups and one to one activities
- Closing activity
- Pack up for home
- Outside play/exploration
Developmental Screening
In partnership with the North DuPage Special Education Cooperative (NDSEC), D10 offers developmental screenings. Screenings occur throughout the school year. Please call to make a screening appointment. More information can be found on the link below.
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