Parent Cooperative Preschool

Your child has a natural way of learning: Play!
Exploration and playful learning fill our preschool days. An experienced teacher, with parents assisting, guide our children. As a parent, you will work in the classroom 2-4 times per month on a fixed day of your choosing. Your time in the classroom is a unique opportunity to play and learn side-by-side with your child. Children will play outside every day, sing songs, listen to stories, create art, practice drawing and writing, build with blocks, participate in pretend play, make new friends, hone social skills, and get excited about learning.
A Parent’s Experience
When parents work in the classroom, they develop a better understanding of their own children and other children of the same age. They see what behavior is developmentally appropriate, how temperament affects each child, and how social interactions between children happen.
Research clearly indicates meaningful parent involvement in schools is one of the most powerful predictors of high student achievement and healthy development. During the early years, there is no better way to begin this involvement than by joining a Cooperative Preschool Program.
Of course, parents are the best toy in the classroom, and parents play best when they feel connected and supported. We support parents by offering parenting education discussions and materials facilitated by a WWCC faculty member.
How it Works
At the WWCC Cooperative Preschool, parents play an essential role in the school’s success. Your responsibilities include:
- Periodically helping in the classroom (2-3 times per month depending on class)
- Occasionally providing a snack of fruit or vegetables for the class
- Participating in Parenting Education discussions and running the non-profit Cooperative Preschool
Age requirements
Children ages 3-5 may be enrolled in the WWCC Cooperative Preschool. Your child must reach the minimum age for the class within the month they begin Preschool. Enrollment begins in March for the following school year. Children are not required to be potty trained to attend, but diaper changing requires parental assistance.
Fall 2023 Course Offering
Monday-Wednesday-Friday Cooperative Preschool 8:30am-11:30am
Preschool Teacher: Valerie Neuschwander
Instructor: Jennifer Stone
Cost: 128.00 per month September-June
Class size: 15-16 Children
*100.00 enrollment fee due at time of sign up
Location: Parent Child Center (Building B) WWCC
WWCC Cooperative Preschool follows the WWPS calendar for breaks and closures
Email [email protected] for more information or to register