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THE PREKINDERGARTEN PROGRAM

The Prekindergarten program acknowledges the significance of preparation of this time in the child’s academic life, the year before formal learning is begun. This program builds upon previous knowledge and extends the learning within the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and Judaic development of the individual child.

A combination of established curriculums is at the core of a strong academic program in the Prekindergarten. The Land of the Letter People is a respected; research based phonic awareness, reading readiness, instructional program. This program guides the emergent reader through the beginnings of literacy development, giving the child all the necessary skills needed to unlock oral and written language. Mathematics Their Way teaches the child how to think “mathematically” and to understand the “numberness” of numbers. The goal of this program is for the child to gain insight into mathematical patterns through the use of concrete materials.

The Judaic curriculum seeks to enable children to become curious and creative learners. A strong Jewish identity, a sense of belonging to the Jewish community and transition into Hebrew School and congregational life is our goal. Towards this end, our school will nurture within the child a love of Jewish learning, a fascination with Jewish holidays and life cycle events, and a passion for approaching the world in a Jewish way.

The child’s day involves centers of learning, which encourage social interaction, exploration, and expressiveness. The math, science, art, writing, dramatic play, blocks and computer centers integrate the content, reinforce concepts and extend the child’s understanding of the world.

Our entire curriculum, secular and Jewish, is aimed toward enhancing the lives of the children and the families that we serve.

THE PRE - K TEAM

TRACEY GETZ is an Assistant teacher in the Prekindergarten program. She is a New York City native who relocated to South Florida 15 years ago. She resides in Parkland with her 2 daughter. Nikki (10) and Samantha (7) who both attend Park Trails Elementary school. Tracey spends most of her free time trekking between sports events (soccer, flag football, gymnastics and softball) that her daughters are involved in. Tracy thoroughly enjoys caring for the children and watching their development. She is thrilled to join the educational team.

ROBIN LIEBHABER is originally from New York and has been a resident of Coral Springs for the past 17 years. She resides with her husband of 25 years and her two children Matthew and Samantha. Robin has her BA in Education. She has been teaching in a Jewish Early Childhood setting for the past 15 years. Her philosophy is “Children learn through play”. She is also a Certified Swim Instructor and gives private lessons in the homes of children.

HOLLY BOBROW has been a Pre-K and 3 year old assistant teacher and camp head counselor for 15 years. She and her husband, Neil, moved to South Florida three years ago from Long Island, NY. They have a son, Seth and daughters Stacey and Jessica. Holly earned her CDA from Broward College and soon will complete her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Holly loves to listen to the amazing things that the children have to say.

JODIE REISNER is a Prekindergarten teacher at our school. She graduated with a BA in Education from the University of South Florida taught in the Broward County School District. Jodie lives in Parkland with her husband Adam and their two children Jenna (8) and Drew (5). Jenna is in the 3^rd grade and Drew in kindergarten at Riverglades Elementary. Jodie enjoys spending time with her family, and they love going to Disney World. In her spare time, Jodie does private tutoring for elementary school students.

JODI RUSSO has been a Prekindergarten teacher for two years. She has a diverse educational background with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Music Education. Jodi is also a professional flute player and when not at Kol Tikvah she can be found giving private flute instruction. Formerly from Long Island, New York, Jodi has been living in Coral Springs with her husband Steve and their 3 children; David (11), Rebecca (9) and Andrew (8). Rebecca and Andrew are both graduates of our preschool program. She is looking forward to many more years here at the school.

ILITA TEMPLE is an Assistant Teacher in the Pre-K program. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a double degree; Elementary Education and Special Education. She also holds a Life Time Teaching Certificate. She has been teaching preschool aged children for 20 years. She lives in Coral Springs with her husband Geoff (married for 37 years), and has two grown children and two grandchildren, Colin (7) & Tyler (5). Throughout her years of teaching the Pre-K children, she has had many rewarding experiences watching the development and accomplishments of her students. Ilita enjoys spending quality time with her family and enjoys outdoor sports. She is proud to be an integral part of the Pre-K program at Kol Tikvah.