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A cooperative preschool is a program that is operated by a group of parents who take an active interest in their children's first educational experience. Parents help the teacher in the classroom, are given opportunities for education, and are involved in decision-making.

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WHAT IS A CO-OP?

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WHY A CO-OP?

Benefits a Co-op Preschool Offers Children: - A wider world to explore and enjoy

- Encourages self-esteem and self-confidence

- Above average adult to child ratio in classroom

- Children play and learn to respect others

- Expressive materials, games and art activities

- Builds a positive attitude towards school

PCPO board and employees are current and former preschool parents and teachers (and sometimes alumni!) who are passionate about play-based education and cooperative community 

WHO IS PCPO?

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT PCPO

Teacher Crawl 

Friday, Oct. 11th

10:00 AM 

*Starts at Kenilworth Community Preschool  

General Meeting 

Tuesday, Oct. 15th 

7:00 - 8:30 PM 

ZOOM

 

Teacher Education Virtual Workshop

Tuesday, Oct. 22nd

7:00 - 8:30 PM  

Speaker: Megan Barella 

Topic: Growth Mindset - A Framework for Optimal Child Development  

$25 member schools/$30 non-members; discount packages available 

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