PO Box 560 / 90 Alexander Lane, Solomons, Maryland 20688
Phone (410) 326-3171 | olssschool@comcast.net | Fax (410) 326-9478
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL
PRE-K TEACHER / PRIMARY GRADE TEACHER
Mrs. Pouncey received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University and is pursuing her Accelerated Certification in Teaching (ACT) from Notre Dame of Maryland University. She is credentialed through Maryland State Department of Education Child Care at a Level 5. Before OLSS, she taught preschool at St. Paul United Methodist Pre-school for 11 years. This is her 4th year teaching at OLSS.
Email: allisonpouncey@olsss.org
PRE-K DIRECTOR/TEACHER
Mrs. Stephanie Riley holds a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education from Coastal Carolina University. She taught public PK for 4 years in North Carolina. She worked for Magnificent Minds Learning Center in Great Mills for five years, tutoring in Reading and Math for grades PK-3. She also previously worked as a Title One tutor at OLSS whilst an employee of Calvert County Public Schools. This is her 6th year teaching Pre-K at our school.
Email: prek@olsss.org
Preschool should be equal parts learning and equal parts fun – because your child’s first experience with school sets the stage for a lifetime of learning.
Develop a Relationship with Learning
Preschool is all about learning how to learn: to think, question and explore the world. Our preschool makes learning fun, by providing materials such as building blocks, sensory tables, and art supplies that allow children to develop math, science, problem solving, and motor skills as well as creative and divergent thinking.
Develop a Relationship with Community
Preschool is a time to learn important skills for getting along with others, including cooperation, sharing, teamwork and self-confidence. Our preschool teaches children they’re part of a broader community, by providing experiences such as circle time, group projects, dramatic play, and games to develop the social and emotional skills needed to become participants in a caring community.
Develop a Relationship with Christ
We believe young children also should learn about the Catholic faith and the Catholic values we treasure as adults. In our preschools, we introduce your child to Catholic prayer, liturgy and the sacraments, and invite each child to develop a relationship with Christ. In our classroom, we celebrate that we are all God’s creation.
Archdiocese of Washington Academic Standards for Pre-Kindergarten
We offer:
* A “learn through play” approach
* Pre-reading, math, science, art, music, and movement experience
* A strong religious, social, emotional, and academic foundation that nurtures the whole child
* A safe, creative environment for learning where we celebrate the love of God and teach respect for everyone
* Meaningful tasks and activities that encourage motor skill development, interpersonal relationship & self-help skills
Requirements:
* PK3: Children must be 3 years old by Sept. 1, use the bathroom independently, & be ready for a school environment
* PK4: Children must be 4 years old by Sept. 1, use the bathroom independently, & be ready for a school environment
Pre-K Program Options:
* Half Day Program: Mon-Fri, 7:45am-11:15am
* Full Day Program: Mon-Fri, 7:45am-2:30pm
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