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Parent/Principal Preschool Meeting. October 25, 2013. Conversations for Today. Welcome and Introductions A vision for our time together Overview of our school and supports within our programs Dr Swift Listen and Learn Tour Questions. Welcome & Introductions. Your Name Your Child’s Name
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Parent/Principal Preschool Meeting October 25, 2013
Conversations for Today • Welcome and Introductions • A vision for our time together • Overview of our school and supports within our programs • Dr Swift Listen and Learn Tour • Questions
Welcome & Introductions • Your Name • Your Child’s Name • Who is your child’s teacher? • Get to know you activity
My Vision/Your Vision • Conversations • Information sharing • Resource sharing • Empowerment/Advocacy • Build a parent resource/support network for parents of children 0-5 years.
Ann Arbor Public SchoolsPreschool and Family Center • What does ECSE (Early Childhood Special Education) mean • What are the ECSE programs/services offered at our center, and beyond • What is our continuum of supports and services
Program Components • Research Based Curricula • Evidence Based Practices • Developmentally Appropriate Practice • Data Driven Decisions • Differentiated and Individualized Instruction
2013-2014 School Year • Increased opportunities for inclusion • Expanded Continuum of services • Additional allocation for General Education program • Decreased ECSE program by 2 sessions • No longer have a program designated for students with severe multiple impairments • Staffing changes