LUTHERAN
PRESCHOOL
“Over a quarter century of service –preparing the children of our community for God’s path."
A member of the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association(ELEA). St. Paul Lutheran Preschool admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
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REGISTER TODAY!
NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL 2012!
Early enrollment strongly advised
in order to insure a slot for your child.
Please call, email or drop by the church office for additional information. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am until 3:30pm.
Office: 850-678-1298
FAX: 850-678-5712
Email: stpaul@stpaulniceville.com
FAX: 850-678-5712
Email: stpaul@stpaulniceville.com
READ ABOUT FREE PRESCHOOL FOR CHILDREN
WHO ARE 4 YEARS OLD BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2012.
(Also known as Florida VPK. Read more here AND at the end of this page.)
It's easy. It's FREE for ALL regardless of income. Military dependents are eligible, too.
St. Paul Preschool offers the Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program (VPK). This is a FREE, voluntary state subsidized program for all children who turn four on or by September 1. To participate your child must be registered and tracked by the State of Florida. Parents must supply birth certificates and proof of residency to Child Care Services (107 Tupelo Ave., Fort Walton Beach, Florida, phone: 850-833-9330) for all participating students. VPK students must attend class for 540 hours to be eligible.
You may read additional information and apply for the VPK program at
https://spe.schoolreadiness.org/pe/spe_main.asp. After you complete this on-line application for VPK, you will be required to meet with a representative of the early learning coalition that serves Okaloosa County. The purpose of this in-person parent consultation is to determine your child's eligibility for VPK. Completion of this application is only the first step toward enrollment.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF OKALOOSA COUNTY STARTS PROCESSING FLORIDA VPK APPLICATIONS IN APRIL FOR THE COMING SCHOOL YEAR.
Scroll down the page for additional information on our preschool, to view the 2011-2012 school year calendar and to find information on VPK in Okaloosa & Walton Counties.
The gingerbread man visited St. Paul Preschool.
After his visit the children made their own. (A fine motorskills activity.)
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St. Paul Preschool ...
...was established in the Fall of 1983 and is an early childhood ministry of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Our educational philosophy is based on the belief that every child is a special gift from God. Each child learns and develops emotionally, intellectually, socially, physically and spiritually at his or her own unique rate and style. 
We are a well-established preschool, licensed by the State of Florida (Registration #CO1OK0064), that has an outstanding reputation and a sincere interest in the health and well-being of our students. Class sizes are intentionally small and enable the staff to provide personalized attention.
All of our teachers have degrees and are CPR and first aid certified. We also have a registered nurse on staff.
We are a well-established preschool, licensed by the State of Florida (Registration #CO1OK0064), that has an outstanding reputation and a sincere interest in the health and well-being of our students. Class sizes are intentionally small and enable the staff to provide personalized attention.
All of our teachers have degrees and are CPR and first aid certified. We also have a registered nurse on staff.
At A Glance
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Christ-centered curriculum.
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Small, personalized class sizes and excellent teacher/child ratio.
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Comprehensive evaluations and parent conferences.
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Special music and worship programs.
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Highly trained and experienced staff.
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Renovated playground.
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Field trips and classroom guests.
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Intense age and developmentally appropriate phonemic awareness materials.
Primary Goals
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Developing the child's self-concept.
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Helping and guiding the child so that the joy of discovery and learning may be experienced.
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Encouraging and assisting the child to make choices and decisions.
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Helping the child to develop positive relationships with other children and adults.
Curriculum
The classroom environment at St. Paul is planned to be educational and stimulating, with various interest areas such as books, art, music, puzzles, and manipulative toys. The curriculum and methods are developed from current relevant educational principles.
Play is your child's work
Play is an essential part of our program at St. Paul. Many areas of growth and development are enhanced through a child's play and interaction with other children.
The classroom environment at St. Paul is planned to be educational and stimulating, with various interest areas such as books, art, music, puzzles, and manipulative toys. The curriculum and methods are developed from current relevant educational principles.
Play is your child's work
Play is an essential part of our program at St. Paul. Many areas of growth and development are enhanced through a child's play and interaction with other children.
Special Activities
A number of special activities occur throughout the year at St. Paul. We celebrate birthdays, holidays, and offer special programs. We also include several field trips to enhance our curriculum. More details about these activities are provided at the start of school.
Health Information
All new students must have a physical exam (Form 3040) and a blue shot record card (Form 680 or 681) on file. At the time of the examination your physician will provide you with the necessary forms. These forms must be in your child's file at the beginning of school. This is required by state law and carefully monitored. If you child is running a fever or shows any symptoms of illness, please do not send them to school.
Parents
We want you child to have a wonderful early childhood experience at St. Paul. One of the most effective ways you can help your child to enjoy school is through your interest and involvement in his or her activities. Parents are always welcome to visit our classes and share in the fun. Classroom volunteers are always welcome. We are looking forward to a rewarding year in this first educational step for both you and your child.
All new students must have a physical exam (Form 3040) and a blue shot record card (Form 680 or 681) on file. At the time of the examination your physician will provide you with the necessary forms. These forms must be in your child's file at the beginning of school. This is required by state law and carefully monitored. If you child is running a fever or shows any symptoms of illness, please do not send them to school.
We want you child to have a wonderful early childhood experience at St. Paul. One of the most effective ways you can help your child to enjoy school is through your interest and involvement in his or her activities. Parents are always welcome to visit our classes and share in the fun. Classroom volunteers are always welcome. We are looking forward to a rewarding year in this first educational step for both you and your child.
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General Information
Our school follows the Okaloosa County School Calendar for school holidays.
Once the 2012-2013 public school calendar is approved, we will post our
preschool calender on the website showing the start of school.
Estimated start date -- the end of August 2012.
We offer three programs with age requirements.
Age Requirements
3 years old by September 1st
4 years old by September 1st
(The age requirements may be waived at the discretion of the director.)
All Children Must be Toilet Trained.
Age Requirements
3 years old by September 1st
4 years old by September 1st
(The age requirements may be waived at the discretion of the director.)
All Children Must be Toilet Trained.
CLASS HOURS/TUITION RATES for 2012-2013
3-Year-Old Class
3-Year-Old Class
Monday - Wednesday, 2 days
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Tuition $150 month -- $150 Registration Fee
VPK/Non-VPK (Class A)
(FREE if child meets Florida VPK age requirement)
Monday - Wednesday - Friday, 3 days
8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Monday - Wednesday - Friday, 3 days
8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Non-VPK Tuition $260 -- $260 Registration Fee
VPK/Non-VPK (Class B)
(FREE if child meets Florida VPK age requirement)
Monday through Thursday, 4 days
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Non-VPK Tuition $260 -- $260 Registration Fee
Monday through Thursday, 4 days
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Non-VPK Tuition $260 -- $260 Registration Fee
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ALL non-VPK students are required to pay a non-refundable registration/supply fee at the time of enrollment.
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VPK students pay at $100 holding fee, which is refunded after school starts providing the child remains in our program.
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Tuition is due on the first school day of each month.
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Tuition is subject to a $15 late fee after the 15th of the month.
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Full tuition is due regardless of the number of holidays.
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Non - VPK parents are encouraged to sign up for electronic tuition/lunch bunch payments. Authorization forms are available though the church/preschool office.
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Lunch bunch offered to Class A & B students until 2:30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays for an additional fee.
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Based on enrollment or calendar, this information is subject to change
(SCHOOL CALENDAR 2012-2013: St. Paul Preschool follows the Okaloosa County School calendar for school holidays. Once the public school calendar is set, we will adjust our calendar to insure our VPK students meet the 540 classroom hours requirement.)
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2011-2012 *No school on these dates
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August 18 August 24 August 25 August 26 August 29 *September 5 *October 21 & 24 *November 11 *November 23-25 December 12 *December 19 -30 *January 2 January 3, 2012 *January 16 *January 17 *March 16 *March 19 -23 *April 6 May 14 May 16 May 17 |
Parent Orientation Student Orientation for Pre-K First full day for Pre-K Student Orientation for 3s & 4s First full day for 3s & 4s Labor Day holiday
Teacher Workdays/Student Holidays Veterans’ Day Holiday Thanksgiving Holiday Preschool Christmas Program Christmas break Teacher Workday/Student Holiday Classes Resume Martin Luther King Holiday Teacher Workday/Student Holiday Teacher Workday/Student Holiday Spring Break Good Friday Graduation Last day for 3s & 4s Last day for Pre-K |
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FREE PRESCHOOL
VOLUNTARY PREKINDERGARTEN PARENT INFORMATION
Registration for the 2012-2013 school year tentatively begins Monday, April 2, 2012.
CHILD ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT
VPK is FREE and open to all children, who meet the following requirements:
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Reside in Florida
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Are 4 years old on or before September 1, 2012.
PARENT ENROLLMENT PROCESS
The Parents/guardians must register their child in person at one of the approved VPK locations during the specified times.
*Only parents and legal guardians may register a child for VPK. If you are not the child's parent, you must provide guardianship documentation (i.r. Power of Attorney, Court Order, Care & Custody Letter.)
TWO STEP PROCESS
Step 1—Parent/guardian must go to one of the approved VPK locations during VPK walk-in hours to fill out application and present required residency and age verification documentation. (See below for acceptable forms of documentation.) A VPK Specialist will meet with you to review your information, validate your documentation, provide a quick orientation to the VPK program, and answer questions. After the VPK Specialist establishes child's eligibility, you will receive a VPK Certificate of Eligibility. Parent/guardian can also receive a list of all approved VPK providers in the local area, if desired.
**Parents/guardians MUST provide once document from each of the two categories below in order to register their child.
-- PROOF OF CHILD'S DATE OF BIRTH
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Official birth certificate or record.
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A shot/immunization record indicating the date of birth signed by a public health officer or licensed practicing physician (FL Blue Shot Record)
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A valid passport
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A valid military dependent ID card
-- PROOF OF FLORIDA RESIDENCY
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Valid Florida driver’s license with current address
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A Florida identification card w/current address
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Current utility bill w/name and residential address
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Pay Stub w/name and address
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Property tax assessment showing homestead exemption
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Residential rental agreement
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Military orders (if recently arrived in Florida)
Step 2– Finally, parents/legal guardians must deliver the VPK Certificate of Eligibility (obtained in Step 1) to their chosen approved VPK provider. This will complete the registration process for parents.
LOCATIONS
CRESTVIEW
804 Lloyd Street
Crestview , Fl 32536
Tel: (850) 689-7885/7886
Fax: (850) 689-7887
Contact: Teisha Chaney
VPK HOURS (ONLY)
Monday and Wednesday
9:00 am — 12:00 pm
FORT WALTON BEACH
107 Tupelo Avenue
Ft Walton Bch , Fl 32548
Tel: (850) 883-9330
Fax: (850) 833-9337
Contact: Ashleigh Roberson
VPK and WALK-IN HOURS
Monday through Friday
9:00 –10: 00 am and 3:00—4:00 pm
DEFUNIAK SPRGS
10 4th Street
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435
Tel: (850) 892-8560
Fax: (850) 892-8562
Contact: Sharon Pierce
VPK and WALK-IN HOURS
Monday through Friday
8:00 — 9:00 am and 2:00 — 3:00 pm
