Early Education
Readiness Program
E.E.R.P.
Providing a warm, safe, nurturing, and Christ centered learning environment.
When you join our school, you become part of a growing family.
Our curriculum is designed to promote the spiritual, emotional, social, physical,
and intellectual growth of children. Students enjoy a comfortable and supportive
classroom setting where they can learn, share, laugh, and grow.
Our curriculum is designed to promote the spiritual, emotional, social, physical,
and intellectual growth of children. Students enjoy a comfortable and supportive
classroom setting where they can learn, share, laugh, and grow.
our programs
The Early Education Readiness Programs explore learning through a quality, center-based curriculum for ages two, three, four and five.
The On My Way program is a one-hour weekly class designed for 2- or 3-year-olds, accompanied by an adult, to experience a positive learning environment while having fun in a structured setting. Activities encourage developmental growth in language, fine- and gross-motor skills, and creativity. Weekly themes include story time, crafts, music, and movement. Jesus’ love for the world and us is incorporated into each theme.
Preschool is a program for children who are three years old by September 30th. This two-day preschool class meets on Monday and Tuesday mornings OR Thursday and Friday mornings. The child's first independent school experience will emphasize the joy of learning.
Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) is a program for children who are four years old by September 30th. Two different options are offered for Pre-K:
Junior Kindergarten (Jr. K) is a program for children who are five years old by December 31st. Along with kindergarten readiness, these enriching programs nurture the social and emotional development of each individual child.
The On My Way program is a one-hour weekly class designed for 2- or 3-year-olds, accompanied by an adult, to experience a positive learning environment while having fun in a structured setting. Activities encourage developmental growth in language, fine- and gross-motor skills, and creativity. Weekly themes include story time, crafts, music, and movement. Jesus’ love for the world and us is incorporated into each theme.
- On My Way classes are held on Fridays from 8:45-9:45, 10:00-11:00 a.m. or 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Preschool is a program for children who are three years old by September 30th. This two-day preschool class meets on Monday and Tuesday mornings OR Thursday and Friday mornings. The child's first independent school experience will emphasize the joy of learning.
- HALF-day classes meet on Monday and Tuesday OR Thursday and Friday from 8:00-11:00 a.m
Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) is a program for children who are four years old by September 30th. Two different options are offered for Pre-K:
- HALF-day classes meet on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings (from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) OR Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings (from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
- FULL-day classes meet on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) OR Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Junior Kindergarten (Jr. K) is a program for children who are five years old by December 31st. Along with kindergarten readiness, these enriching programs nurture the social and emotional development of each individual child.
- This four-day program meets Mondays - Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
new - eerp knight squad!
Children enrolled in any FULL DAY class in the SMA Early Education Readiness Program can attend our after school program, also known as Knight Squad! Knight Squad will operate Monday through Thursday when school is in session. We will begin at 2:30pm (dismissal time) and will close at 5:00pm. Knight Squad will take place in the EERP classrooms where students will have the opportunity to play, enjoy stories, make crafts, and take part in other recreational activities. We will take the students outside to play when weather permits. A snack is also provided during each session. Pick up will be at DOOR D (where there will be a doorbell) and teachers will have a phone specifically for After Care communication purposes.
DAILY HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:30-5:00pm
REGISTRATION FEE: There is a non-refundable registration fee for After Care. This fee must be paid before your child(ren) attend(s) Knight Squad. The cost is $25 per student.
KNIGHT SQUAD RATES: The cost is $6/hour or $3.00/half hour.
All payments are to be made in the form of cash or check made out to “St. Mary of the Assumption School.” Payments will need to be made in a “lump sum” ahead of time. Hours will be deducted from your account and you will be given notification when your account is running low. All children will be signed out by an authorized adult with a timestamp. Charges will be made to the nearest 1/2 hour. Days that your child is attending will need to be established and prior notice will need to be given if your schedule changes.
KNIGHT SQUAD REGISTRATION: Please register as soon as possible to assist in our planning. Feel free to contact Mrs. Looman at [email protected] if you have any questions. We are excited to provide this opportunity for your family!
KNIGHT SQUAD PHONE NUMBER FOR AFTER SCHOOL HOURS: 440-821-8418
DAILY HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:30-5:00pm
REGISTRATION FEE: There is a non-refundable registration fee for After Care. This fee must be paid before your child(ren) attend(s) Knight Squad. The cost is $25 per student.
KNIGHT SQUAD RATES: The cost is $6/hour or $3.00/half hour.
All payments are to be made in the form of cash or check made out to “St. Mary of the Assumption School.” Payments will need to be made in a “lump sum” ahead of time. Hours will be deducted from your account and you will be given notification when your account is running low. All children will be signed out by an authorized adult with a timestamp. Charges will be made to the nearest 1/2 hour. Days that your child is attending will need to be established and prior notice will need to be given if your schedule changes.
KNIGHT SQUAD REGISTRATION: Please register as soon as possible to assist in our planning. Feel free to contact Mrs. Looman at [email protected] if you have any questions. We are excited to provide this opportunity for your family!
KNIGHT SQUAD PHONE NUMBER FOR AFTER SCHOOL HOURS: 440-821-8418
faculty & staff
With a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and Masters Degree in Literacy Development/Reading Endorsement, our Preschool Director has developed a well-rounded nurturing learning environment taught by a degreed/licensed teaching staff who make learning fun. EERP lead teachers are all certified by the state of Ohio. Professional development is inspired through teachers attending workshops, continuing education classes, religious education courses, and faculty meetings. Our teachers have a true passion for teaching and are cheerful, loving, and kind.
classroom strategies
EXPLORE LEARNING
Children learn and explore using technology, manipulatives, everyday math counting, creative and dramatic play, writing, books, and much more. There are activities for integrating science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STREAM). Here are a few examples:
Children learn and explore using technology, manipulatives, everyday math counting, creative and dramatic play, writing, books, and much more. There are activities for integrating science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STREAM). Here are a few examples:
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LITERACY PROGRAM
Prayer, learning circle, discovery time, music & movement, snack, art, table time tasks, as well as teacher-directed activities.
Prayer, learning circle, discovery time, music & movement, snack, art, table time tasks, as well as teacher-directed activities.
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learning schedule
Prayer, learning circle, discovery time, music & movement, snack, art, table time tasks, as well as teacher-directed activities.
tuition
Tuition information is available on our web page. If you have any questions or need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Looman at 440-255-9781, ext. 522 or [email protected].
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