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Children Ministries
Building Blocks Preschool
Building Blocks provides a 1st time socialization experience in a mildly structured setting to prepare the child for Kindergarten, and a 4 day private Kindergarten. We provide a caring, Christian atmosphere and hands-on learning experience dedicated to the growth and development of the whole child.
Where is Building Blocks located?
Building Blocks is located in the classrooms of the Family Life Center (the Center) at the First United Methodist Church of Keller. The church is located at 1025 Johnson Road. The ground level entrance on the front side of the Center is used as Building Blocks entrance. This provides plenty of space for safe and efficient drop off and pick up of the children.
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What programs are offered?
2-day programs for 3 year olds on Monday/Wednesday, or Tuesday/Thursday
2-day programs for 4 year olds on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
3-day program for 4 year olds on Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
4-day Kindergarten program on Monday through Thursday
What are the hours of operation?
Regular hours for school days are 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Please do not drop off your child before 9:10 a.m. The teachers use this time to set up and gather supplies, and the room may be unattended.
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What calendar is followed?
Building Blocks follows the Keller Independent School District (KISD) calendar for major holidays and vacations.  Building Blocks will be closed if KISD schools are closed for inclement weather.

If KISD schools are delayed 1-2 hours, Building Blocks will be open at the regularly scheduled time.

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I'd like to know more about Preschool - 3's & 4's.
The curriculum used at Building Blocks is developmentally based, using thematic units and learning centers to encourage each child's physical, social, cognitive and spiritual growth
The professional staff of Building Blocks teachers have bachelor's degrees and/or experience teaching preschool age children. The staff is affiliated with the following professional associations:
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Texas Association for the Education of Young Children
Southern Association for Children Under Six
I'd like to know more about Kindergarten.
The curriculum used in the Kindergarten program is based on the Texas essential Knowledge and Skills guidelines for Kindergarten  developed by the Department of the Texas Education Association. The curriculum used thematic units and learning centers as well as the Saxon Phonics program and Math Their Way enrichment areas to encourage each child's physical, social, cognitive and spiritual growth.

The professional staff  has a teaching degree with the state-required certification for teaching kindergarten.

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What about discipline?
Building Blocks provides a caring environment that encourages children to use their verbal and social skills to solve problems and conflicts. We focus on positive methods of discipline and reinforcement while also providing the opportunity for the child to develop self control.

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Are there snack breaks?
Building Blocks Preschool will provide a mid-morning snack such as juice with cracker, fruit, cereal, cookies, etc. Occasionally your child will have the opportunity to cook or prepare special foods at preschool for a snack or lunch.

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Will my child need daily supplies?
Each day please send with your child: a lunch with a non-staining drink, and a change of clothes. Please label all items with your child's first and last name. PLEASE, NO PEANUT PRODUCTS.

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What are the fees?
Fees for 2010-2011
Registration for returning students: $ 25.00
Registration for new students: $100.00
Tuition for 2-day programs: $190.00/mo
Supply fee for 2-day programs: $150.00/yr
Tuition for 3-day programs: $240.00/mo
Supply fee for 3-day programs: $175.00/yr

Kindergarten
Registration for Kindergarten: $100.00
Tuition for Kindergarten: $300.00
Supply fee for Kindergarten: $100.00

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Preschool Programs
Registration for FUMC Keller church members with current Building Block students: Pre-register in the preschool office the week of February 22-25, 2010.

Registration for current Building Blocks students and FUMC families new to Building Blocks: Register in the Narthex Monday, March 1, 2010.

Registration for returning Building Blocks families not members of FUMC: Register in the preschool office on Wednesday, March 3, 2010.

Open community registration will take place Monday, March 8, 2010 in the Narthex.

Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration for current Building Blocks students and FUMC families: Register in the preschool office at 9:00 A.M. Monday, February 22, 2010.

Open Kindergarten registration: Register in the preschool office Wednesday, February 24, 2010.

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Evon Bair - Building Blocks Director
Phone: 817-431-5318

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