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Taylor International Academy

Taylor International Academy . TIA is owned and operated by the Hanley Harper Group Our charter is granted through Central Michigan University TIA is in it’s 4 th year of operation and is currently a PreK-8 school

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Taylor International Academy

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  1. Taylor International Academy • TIA is owned and operated by the Hanley Harper Group • Our charter is granted through Central Michigan University • TIA is in it’s 4th year of operation and is currently a PreK-8 school • The Great Start Readiness Preschool program was added to TIA this year, and will continue to grow and develop along with the school • Mission Statement • The mission of Taylor International Academy is to provide a safe educational community for children and their families, committed to providing students with the academic and social skills needed to compete in a global society while fostering a love of technology and the arts.

  2. Meet the Principal Dr. Franoivezaj Doctorate degree from Wayne State University 30 years experience 12 years K-12 teacher 6 years Bilingual Teacher consultant 6 years High school assistant vP 4 years K-8 principal 2 years assistant superintendant

  3. Meet the Teacher Ms. Renee Reid 7 years elementary teaching experience Pre-K through 5th grade Over 15 years experience in childcare and education Endorsed in Early Childhood Education Trained in High Scope Curriculum

  4. Typical Day in PreK Morning Greeting Plan – Do – Review Process Small Group Outside or Gym time Large Group Lunch Plan- Do – Review Process Story time Nap Snack Outside or free play in classroom Dismissal

  5. Children at Work

  6. Interest Areas in the PreK Classroom Sensory table – (sand, water, rice, etc.) Dramatic play Construction Puzzles and small toys Writing Reading Art Play dough

  7. Children at Work

  8. Small Group Times Children work in small groups with 1 teacher Teacher plans and implements lesson Lessons range from exploration of materials, to instruction in reading, writing, math, etc. Children are encouraged to work together Small groups stay fairly consistent to build trust and relationships between children and with teacher

  9. Small Group in Action

  10. Large Group Times • Led by teacher • Children engage in literacy, music & movement, and sensory activities • Children learn: • Personal space • Following directions • Sharing • Working as a group • Taking turns • Etiquette

  11. Large Group in Action

  12. Meal Times Children are served breakfast, lunch and a snack Children are encouraged to talk, use manners, and engage with each other and their teachers during meal times Children are encouraged to be independent – opening their own milk, packets, etc.

  13. PreK = Building Confidence and Independence Children are encouraged to use each other to problem solve Children are taught to put on their own coats, hats, gloves, shoes, etc. Children are taught to open their own milks, packages, etc at meal time Children are taught to clean up after themselves and help keep the classroom orderly

  14. Parent Partner Expectations Two home visits Two Conferences Pick up and drop off on time Communicate regularly with staff Send child to school with play clothes/shoes

  15. Thank You! Please feel free to look around, and ask questions We look forward to seeing you again!

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