About the Program:
We believe that the pre-school years constitute the most important period of a child's life. They form the fundamental basis for future physical, intellectual and emotional growth. At Happy Hearts Bilingual Learning Center, we provide a mentally and physically stimulating environment. Our year-round program has been carefully designed to incite curiosity and foster cognitive and emotional development. Our curriculum consists of:
- Music and rhythms
- Arts and science
- Social studies and language development
- Math, reading, and writing concepts
- Spanish
- Conceptual and sensory development
- Creative play and outdoor activities
Our program is designed to the individual interest and abilities of each child. The children receive many positive and rewarding experiences providing them with opportunities to develop confidence, a positive image, and self-esteem. The teacher maintains a classroom of standards; procedures and rules are enforced justly and consistently. Inappropriate behavior is stopped quickly by redirecting the child to another activity. A "quiet time" disciplinary method is then used, and is used as a last resort. Through play, the children develop an understanding of differences, values, feelings, and similarities of others. At times, cooperation turns into conflict, but with the assistance of an experienced teacher, the child learns to deal productively with frustration, aggression, and hurt feelings.
The cultures of the United States and other countries will be presented through arts and crafts, story telling, and celebration of various holidays, as well as through general opportunity to show the similarities and differences in the various cultures. Children that speak English only will be exposed to the Spanish language. Children with different cultural backgrounds will learn English in their developmental process.