Walker ELC

     

    Each child and family are partners with teachers in the design of the care and education program. We are guided by developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant practices; in addition, we look to research and established best practice to inform our curriculum; and, to maintain program excellence, we value continuing education for our teaching staff in the field of early childhood education.

    Families and teachers are partners in the care and education of their children. All Children are able, competent learners and that their social and emotional health and development are directly related to their cognitive growth and development. The learning environment should be rich with possibilities for exploration, inquiry and problem solving in all domains. Teachers have a special responsibility to observe, interpret and document children's interests, their questions and their learning, and to incorporate this in their planning.

    Families are invited to visit a center with their child before registering. Schedule time with the Director to meet the staff, observe their work with children and pick up a family Handbook. This time will help you make the best decision for your child and family. We will look forward to meeting with you.
     
     

    Our Early Learning Center at Lulu Walker Elementary is a welcoming environment for 3-5 year old children, where lasting relationships are strengthened and encouraged.  Our environment provides the opportunity for children to explore and discover their interests, while encouraging them to build on all possibilities for independent learning. A typical day at our Early Learning Center will incorporate social-emotional, language and literacy, math and science, history, health and safety and creative expressions.

    Walker Early Learning Center is Accredited by NAEYC, Licensed by DHS and follows developmentally appropriate practices. Best practice being our mantra, our highly qualified staff utilize the Emergent Curriculum to facilitate their flow of the day.

     

    Annual Family Registration Fee

     

    Annual $65 fee is assessed to families and applies to the 1st day of school through the last day of summer.

     

    Holidays - Early Learning Center Closures 2011/2012

     

    CEP Staff Training - Aug 8 Winter Break - Dec 19 - Jan 2
    Labor Day - Sept 5 Martin Lutheran King Day - Jan 16
    Veteran's Day - Nov 11 Memorial Day - May 28
    Thanksgiving - Nov 24 & 25 Independence Day - July 4

     

     

    Financial Assistance

    CEP programs offer enrolling families the opportunity to apply for scholarships based on family income and family size. Information and applications are available at registration or by contacting the Center Director. Funds are limited, and requests are granted on a first come, first serve basis. When demand exceeds available funding, families will be put on a waiting list.

     

    All CEP programs are DES eligible and welcome families with this state assistance.

     

    Fees for Walker ELC Fall 2011 through May 2012

     

    $520/ month -- Full time

    $345/month – MWF

    $260 /month – T TH

     

     

    Fees for Walker ELC, 2012 Summer Program Fees May 29 through August 2

     

    $520/ month Full –time

    $260 / session, two weeks @ full time

    $175 / Session, two weeks @ 3 days MWF

    $135 / Session, two weeks @ 2 days T TH