Pre-K FAQ's

How is STEM applied to the Pre-K program?

STEM or STEAM activities vary based on campus access. This is not a mandated curriculum, however, SST Pre-K Teachers likely to incorporate both throughout each unit.

Will there be an opportunity for movement, recess, special classes like art, music, library, PE? How often is recess in a day, is PE offered every day?

Music and movement, art, PE, and music opportunities will naturally occur in the Pre-K environment throughout each day. Though students will not attend a specific class with specialized teachers, the Pre-K teacher is expected to provide these opportunities and more based on Texas Pre-K Guidelines.

Pre-K B during instructional time!

Pre-K A enjoying CHARACTER Day by participating in our school color run!

What Curriculum is used for Reading, Math, and Science?

SST Pre-K Teachers are able to use a variety of resources accepted by the Texas Education Commissioner. All resources must align with the Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines. Teachers will have specific access to the following resources and more:

Learning Without Tears

Handwriting Without Tears

HighScope Curriculum

(Children’s Learning Institue) CLI Engage Resource System

Is the Pre-K program a full day program?

Yes, the Pre-K program is a full day program. Hours of instruction start at 7:40 am - 3:05 pm.

What type of discipline will be used in the PreK classroom?

SST Pre-K Teachers use a Positive Behavior Reinforcement system.

Is there opportunity for free play/centers in PreK?

The SST Pre-K Experience allows Pre-K students to be actively engaged in purposeful play and meaningful centers the majority of the day.

Are the Pre-K teachers certified?

Yes. All SST Pre-K Teachers must hold a valid Texas Early Childhood Certification and Texas English Language Learners Certification

Pre-K Program Qualifications

Age Requirement: Students must turn 4 by September 1, 2020 in order to attend SST Discovery for the 2020-2021 school year.

Eligibility: SST Discovery Pre-K program is a state-funded, tuition-free, full-day program and as such we follow the Texas Education Agency eligibility requirements. Students must meet one of the following criteria outlined by the Texas Education Agency:

- Is eligible for the National Free and Reduced Lunch Program or receives SNAP or TANF or Medicaid benefits; or
- Is unable to speak and comprehend the English language (as determined by district or public school assessment); or
- Is homeless, as defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (as determined by district or public school); or
- Is the child of an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States, including the state military forces or a reserve component of the armed forces, who is ordered to active duty by proper authority; or
- Is the child of a member of the armed forces of the United States, including the state military forces or a reserve component of the armed forces, who was injured or killed while serving on active duty; or
- Is or has been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services following an adversary hearing; or
- Star of Texas Award, child of eligible person.

All qualifying students must verify their eligibility upon seat offer acceptance.

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