Wee
Patriots Preschool Recognized as a Quality Learning and Development Program
For Immediate Release: Contact Joanie Hollinger (937-996-1511)
New Madison, Ohio – In recognition of
a commitment to quality and ongoing dedication to the learning and development
of children, Wee Patriot Preschool has received a Five-Star Step Up To Quality
Award from the state of Ohio.
Step Up To Quality is Ohio’s rating
system for learning and development programs. Participating programs can earn a one to five star rating.
In addition to meeting all standards of a four-star rating, programs with five
stars may also:
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Have lower
staff/child ratios.
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Use child
assessment results to plan activities that best support learning and development
goals for each child.
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Share
assessment results and create goals for children.
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Develop
plans to support children as they transition to a new classroom or educational
setting.
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Work with
other organizations or businesses within the community to support children and
their families.
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Have an
active and organized parent volunteer group.
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Use input
from families and community partners’ inform the program’s continuous
improvement process.
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Have
accreditation by an approved organization.
“Wee Patriot Preschool is proud to be
a five-star program” said Josh Sagester, Superintendent of Tri-Village Schools. We know that children have approximately
1,892 days from birth until school starts, and every day matters. It is important to us that children develop
their self-confidence, social and emotional skills, and a love of learning.
Research confirms that the first five
years of a child’s life has a direct impact on how children develop emotional
well-being, in addition to, learning and social skills. For these reasons, the Ohio Department of Job
and Family Services and the Ohio Department of Education are committed to
improving early childhood opportunities for all children in the state.
To learn more, visit www.earlychildhoodohio.org.
