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Arrival/Greeting
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The
Early Education Center is located in the Grove City College Hall of Arts and
Letters. A convenient entrance to the ECC is located in the rear of
the building with a place for parents to park while they bring their
children into the classroom. The EEC uses a key pad entry code system.
Each family receives an individual code to gain access to the EEC during
their child's class time.
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Sharing Time/Small Group
Activities |
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Children actively participate in puzzles, games, and small manipulatives in
small groups with teachers while all friends arrive. Welcome and
sharing time activities follow. |
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Songs/Fingerplays/Stories
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Stories, songs, and finger plays are presented by EEC staff and education
students in a variety of formats. Stories are chosen to reinforce
Christian values, friendships, and concept development. |
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Bathroom
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The
child-size bathroom is conveniently located in the classroom so children may
use whenever necessary. Snack time is always preceded by
bathroom/wash-up time. |
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Snack |
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Nutritional snacks are provided by the EEC on a daily basis. Cooking
experiences enhance learning activities. Special treats are provided
by families for birthdays and parties. |
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Learning
Group Activities and/or Small Group Projects |
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Activity time is a very interactive period of the day. Children choose
reading, dramatic play, art, tool bench, discovery, sand/water, blocks,
and/or game activities. Children are encouraged to explore a variety
of materials and activities. Throughout the year, Education students
as part of their coursework, plan projects in which the children actively
participate. |
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Large Movement Group
Time and/or Outdoors |
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The
outdoor play area is an integral part of the classroom and is equipped with
child-appropriate equipment which promotes large motor development.
Additionally, many types of large movement activities occur in the
classroom. |
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