Our Uniqueness
Our uniqueness grows as we serve the unique needs and desires of our families. Here are a few of our special features and programs we’ve created over the years to enhance everyone's experience here at PVCOOP.
Me Book
Each year, working together, we create a special book called the ME BOOK for each
child. It is different each year but essentially it contains a photo memory of the
child’s experiences here at the Co-op. Each parent participates in documenting two
or three class activities, special days or fieldtrips by taking photos. Parents help
to create a page in each child’s book which portrays their adventure. We have found
that the children love these books and enjoy sharing them with family members to involve
them in the experience they had during their year and in many years there after it
is a treasured memory of their preschool experience.
Field Trips
We provide a field trip every month for our children; sometimes inviting a visitor
to our school like a toy maker, fire truck or reptile family. Other months we go out
into our community to discover new things about new or familiar places like to the
pumpkin patch, heliport, or grocery store. Field trips may vary from year to year,
depending on the curriculum, children’s interests and parent volunteer who set up
the events.
International Peace Day
Every September we greet the new school year by honoring each other, our community
and our earth. In spirit we join millions around the world who are celebrating this
day- September 21st. We create and wave Doves of peace, both individually and communally
with our 10 foot long, 10 foot high dove while singing songs of peace, and discussing
ways in which we can live in peace together.
Trike-a-Thon
Every April our older children gather their bikes, helmets and enthusiasm to help
children at Saint Jude’s Hospital. Parents collect donations and children learn about
bicycle safety, money, and helping others in need. They decorate their bikes, ride
around the yard, donating dimes and collecting stamps all with music, laughter and
good cheer.
