When students exhibit appropriate behavior and follow my classroom rules, they will receive classroom gold. Children can also receive classroom gold for random acts of kindness, helping, helping each other, answering question correctly, completing assignments, and turning in homework ect. It is the student's responsibility to keep it in their bank & no stealing or trading between students is allowed. On Friday, the students will be able to shop for prizes at the Class Gold Store. I charge for all inappropriate behaviors such as hitting, biting, swearing, being disruptive, tantrums and not participating ect

MAGICAL MEMORIES PRIVATE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM RULES:

1. WE ALWAYS LISTEN TO OUR TEACHER

2. WE PLAY SAFELY KEEP HANDS, FEET & OBJECTS TO YOURSELF

3. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS

4. WORK QUIETLY

5, TRY YOUR BEST

I expect ALL students to behave appropriately in the classroom, hallways, restrooms, cafeteria, the playground, and on field trips/outings. Be ready to work when the morning circle starts. Bring homework and all needed materials every day. ALWAYS Keep your hands, feet, books, and objects to yourself. NO cussing, or being disrespectful to adults or peers. Always Follow directions of any adult working at this school. Be Responsible Be Respectful Be Cooperative Be Peaceful Be Safe and have as much fun as you like!

For more in-depth Rules please refer to our Parent Policy Guide Booklet you received at registration. If for any reason you don't have one, please pick up one.

Most children who have ADHD are not diagnosed until the elementary school grades. With younger children, it is harder to distinguish normal rambunctious, inattentive, and uninhibited behavior from behavior that is abnormal and symptomatic of ADHD.

Early identification of ADHD or any related developmental problems, and early intervention, can make a huge, positive difference in the life of a child and his family. They can significantly minimize the social, behavioral, or learning difficulties the child experiences as a result of the disorder, and prevent a lot of struggle down the road.

Preschool and kindergarten teachers are in the best position to catch early signs and symptoms of a developmental delay or disability, and to identify children who are at risk for struggles in learning and school. Teachers need to be aware of symptoms — and share their observations and concerns with parents and other school specialists (such as the school’s multi-disciplinary team).

A child with ADHD may have other developmental weaknesses or delays in some areas — speech-language, motor skills, or academic readiness, shown by difficulty in learning and remembering ABCs, numbers, shapes, and letter-sound associations. It is important to be aware that children with ADHD often have co-existing learning disabilities, such as dyslexia. Some warnings of LD in preschool and kindergarten include the following:

***Language:***

Slow development in speaking words or sentences (“late talkers”)

Pronunciation problems

Difficulty learning new words; slow vocabulary growth

Difficulty finding the right word to use when speaking

Difficulty understanding and following simple (one-step) directions

Difficulty understanding questions

Difficulty recognizing or learning rhyming words

Lack of interest in storytelling

Immature grammar (syntax)

***Emergent Literacy Skills:***

Slow speed in naming objects and colors

Limited phonological awareness (rhyming and syllable blending)

Difficulty understanding that written language is composed of phonemes (individual sounds) and letters that make up syllables and words

Minimal interest in print and limited print awareness

Difficulty recognizing and learning the letters of the alphabet

Difficulty learning the connection between letters and sounds

***Cognition:***

Trouble memorizing the alphabet or days of the week

Poor memory for what should be routine (everyday procedures)

Difficulty with cause and effect, sequencing, and counting

Difficulty with basic concepts, such as size, shape, and color

***Motor Skills:***

Clumsiness

Poor balance

Difficulty with fine motor skills and manipulating small objects (stringing beads, tying shoes, buttoning)

Awkwardness with running, jumping, or climbing (delayed gross motor skills)

Difficulty with or avoidance of drawing, coloring, tracing, or copying

***Social Behavior:***

Trouble interacting with others, plays alone

Easily frustrated

Hard to manage, temper tantrums

Has difficulty following directions

***Attention and Behavior:***

Distractibility and inattention

Impulsive

Hyperactivity

Difficulty changing activities or handling disruptions to routines.

Another red flag is not paying attention. With some kids it seems like their minds are always wandering, and when you see that kind of behavior — especially when it’s related to not attending to stories — it can be a huge sign. If they are always headed for the dress-up corner during story-time, or if they look at you blankly when you talk to them, it can signal that they have a language-processing issue. Kids are sharp— they have fresh brains hungry for information, so when they don’t express curiosity, it can be a sign they just aren’t understanding.

One simple way to check on your kid’s language development is to read them the story and ask them what it was about. If they are clueless, it’s a predictor of a language and learning problem.

Another sign of an issue is if they are super-hyperactive. If left to their own devices, they will tear apart the place. For kids with AD/HD, you notice that even before they have learning issues, they don’t attend to stuff; they can’t slow down. Even though these kids are bright in other ways, it’s hard for them to learn because they can’t sit still.

Signs of Mild Autism: