What Learning Looks Like

Christ-Centered

• Jesus Christ is the center of our program and His teaching is embedded into various activities throughout the day.

• Every morning, snack and lunch begin with prayer. Prayer is a major emphasis as children develop problem solving skills.

• Character education is highly valued and Christian values are intentionally taught throughout each day.

Reggio-Inspired

• Children have a voice. They are closely observed and listened to by the teacher. Children guide the direction of the program’s curriculum.

• Based on the children’s interests, the teacher provides materials and resources to dig deeper into their interests and begin a project. Materials are setup in beautiful and inviting ways and are called “provocations”.

• All activities and materials in the environment are intentional and have purpose. All spaces look like “invitations” to play. The environment acts as a third “teacher”.

• Materials are natural and open-ended. Example materials/supplies include: gems, scarves, pinecones, feathers, wooden blocks, instruments, stones, real tools, baskets, art supplies, clay, seashells, etc.

• Ohio’s Early Learning Content Standards are embedded into student-directed projects.

• Children represent social/emotional and academic learning in a variety of “languages” or modalities, such as painting, sculpture, or performing arts.

• The children’s learning is closely documented and this documentation guides the teacher in making decisions for future learning.