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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

​​​​General Meeting 

Tuesday, Nov. 19 

7:00 - 8:30 PM 

ZOOM

* LInk will be emailed 24 hours before

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Teacher Education Virtual Workshop

Monday, January 27th

7:00 - 8:30 PM  

Speaker: Jennifer Niese, school psychologist and neurodiversity expert

Topic: How to manage big behavior

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

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UPCOMING OPEN HOUSES

Many Preschools host an Open House beginning in January or February.
Use the link below to see a list of upcoming Open Houses in
Oregon and Washington.

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