In a caring and positive atmosphere, the teachers at Temple Emeth create a warm and happy place for pre-schoolers to learn. As they bridge the gap from school to home, Temple Emeth guides children to a positive self-image while strengthening their social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills. Concrete, age-appropriate activities and experiences are planned that coincide with the Jewish holidays. Shabbat is celebrated weekly in every class and bi-monthly as a school. Projects are planned that stress “the process rather than the product,” emphasizing the accompanying sense of accomplishment and pride. Based on the theory that “Children learn through play,” classroom routines encourage active involvement and meaningful experimentation. Schedules are designed which balance structure and free choice, as well as active and relaxed periods. Recognizing that children grow in predictable stages, Temple Emeth treats each child as an individual - working from the level each child has attained and moving them forward one step at a time. They teach a love of learning by allowing children to experience their own stage of development and help them feel success without pressure. Temple Emeth values the active involvement of parents in their school through committee and family participation. The children see their parents as important and concerned members of their school environment while parents are provided with opportunities to see their children with their teachers and classmates. Please call for more information and a tour of the school.