The CCCS Early Childhood Program
A developmentally appropriate,
child-centered community
of PreK, Kindergarten, and First Grade
learners focused on
Spiritual, Academic, and Social growth.
Scope Includes
+ Interactions among classes
The Early Childhood staff will strive
to create a close-knit community among
our youngest CCCS students. Activities
such as a sensory hall, shared holiday
activities, and Buddy Readers are examples.
+ Hallway safety
PreK will arrive/dismiss through the outside
classroom door at 8:00 am and 2:30 pm.
The door into the early development hallway
will be monitored for security
+ Specials
Students will participate in the following
Specials: Art, Technology, Music, and P.E.
+Social Skills Instruction
Students will participate in social skills
instruction at each grade level.
++ PreK students will receive informal daily
instruction through interactive lessons
and coaching by the PreK staff.
++ Kindergarten will participate in lessons
through the Kelso program.
++ First Grade will utilize the Auto B. Good
program.
++ Teachers will utilize the Catholic
Connections Crosswalk in the
Superkids Language Arts program
to enhance social skills instruction.
++ The Early Childhood staff will
utilize classroom management plans
with shared vocabulary and behavioral
expectations to maximize consistency
from grade to grade.
Additional Resources
YMCA Partnership -
Kindergym and Swim lessons - PreK
Swim lessons for K & 1
Coyle Library - Biweekly visits to
Coyle Library Children’s Room to
enhance library curriculum for
PreK & Kindergarten
