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Preschool Mission Statement
United Methodist Church of Antioch Preschool is an outreach ministry of the United Methodist Church of Antioch to families in our congregation and community, providing preschool aged children with a safe, nurturing environment in which to grow, learn and develop spiritually, intellectually and socially. By offering an atmosphere filled with love and Christian values, we are providing families with additional support in order to maintain happy and healthy relationships. Safe Sanctuary Policy
All staff are required to submit a background check. This is keeping with the Safe Sanctuary Policy of the United Methodist Church of Antioch. In addition, all staff are required to sign the Safe Sanctuary Policy. All staff members are CPR certified and participate in ongoing teacher training sessions. |
Our Administration
Rev. Katie Voigt - Pastor
Bio coming soon
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Kim Dodd - Director
I started working here in 2012 as the teacher in the four-year-old classroom. In 2014 I became the director. I am very excited to be back as the director of the preschool. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from Elmhurst College. I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first grade and I have substitute taught through eighth grade. I love working with young children. I always enjoy seeing a child’s face light up when they have learned or mastered a skill for the first time. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to enrich the lives of your children. I hope that everyone has a wonderful year.
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Our Programs and Teachers
Ms. Tammy
I started working at the preschool in 2008 and I have worked in the two, three and four-year-old classrooms. The best compliment I received was, being named the silliest, funniest teacher. My favorite things to do are: jump in puddles on rainy days, watch sunsets on the beach, and watching baseball. I love to read silly books and I really enjoy when my friends find me outside of school and stop to talk.
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Our Tuesday/ Thursday preschool curriculum is designed to develop the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being of each child. These experiences help to develop a positive self-image and strong self-esteem. The goal of our program is to provide your children with opportunities for spiritual and educational growth, using age-appropriate lesson plans and Christian basics. We have two-year-old, three-year-old, and four-year-old preschool classrooms. Our four-year-old program focuses on preparing your child for Kindergarten.
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Ms. Candice
I am currently the 2’s teacher and have been for the past three years. It’s my favorite room! I have been in childcare since I was 16 and started my teaching career at kinder-care as the infant/toddler teacher. I absolutely love working with the little ones and sharing my love of arts and crafts, singing, dancing and being silly. I think the best part of being a teacher is when I receive the love back from my students. They always give the best hugs!
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Ms. Jackie
I started working at preschool in December 2016. I started working with young children in 1999. I have an associate degree in art plus many extra courses in early childhood. I have two wonderful sons, which I am very proud of. I enjoy spending time with my family, watching my sons play sports, bike riding, taking walks and spending time outdoors.
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Our Tuesday/ Thursday preschool curriculum is designed to develop the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being of each child. These experiences help to develop a positive self-image and strong self-esteem. The goal of our program is to provide your children with opportunities for spiritual and educational growth, using age-appropriate lesson plans and Christian basics. We have two-year-old, three-year-old, and four-year-old preschool classrooms. Our four-year-old program focuses on preparing your child for Kindergarten.
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Ms. Emily
Bio coming soon
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Ms. Kate
Bio coming soon
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Our Tuesday/ Thursday preschool curriculum is designed to develop the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being of each child. These experiences help to develop a positive self-image and strong self-esteem. The goal of our program is to provide your children with opportunities for spiritual and educational growth, using age-appropriate lesson plans and Christian basics. We have two-year-old, three-year-old, and four-year-old preschool classrooms. Our four-year-old program focuses on preparing your child for Kindergarten.
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Ms. Emily
Bio coming soon
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Ms. Kate
Bio coming soon
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In addition to our Tuesday/ Thursday preschool program we also offer a multi-age (three and four-year-old) Preschool Enrichment Program on Monday/ Wednesday. This program offers your child an opportunity to build their strengths and enhance their skills in a Christian environment that focuses on the needs of the children enrolled. Our activities will focus on essential school readiness skills: including but not limited to social/emotional development, literacy, creativity, math, science, and fine motor skills.
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Ms. Jackie
I started working at preschool in December 2016. I started working with young children in 1999. I have an associate degree in art plus many extra courses in early childhood. I have two wonderful sons, which I am very proud of. I enjoy spending time with my family, watching my sons play sports, bike riding, taking walks and spending time outdoors.
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