SOME SCCDC EDUCATION SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES....
Schoharie County Head Start
Lark Street Child Care Center
Universal Pre-Kindergarten
KIDZ CLUB
Education
The overall goal of the education services at SCCDC is to work with families to provide an appropriate learning environment for each child enrolled. Parent participation is encouraged and respected in the on-going process of planning for and providing a quality educational program.
SCCDC is committed to providing age-appropriate experiences that support the overall development of all children, including those with disabilities. We know that young children learn best when they are actively involved in their environment. As you visit our classrooms, it may appear that the children are only playing and not really learning. In actuality, the children are benefiting from from carefully planned hands-on activities that teach them a variety of skills while they have fun.
Implementing a curriculum that best prepares children for success in the public school is the main priority for Schoharie County Child Development Council. In an effort to evaluate our progress towards this goal, a formal system to measure the outcomes of our curriculum and services is in place. Information regarding each child's development progress is gathered on an on-going basis and is used as the foundation of the individualization process.
The Creative Curriculum is currently used as a guide for education staff as they plan for activities in the classroom and on home visits.
Classrooms
In Aker School Cobleskill Center there are 6 Head Start classrooms. In LSCC there is 1 infant room, 1 toddler room, 1 pre-school room and 1 wrap-around room which serves both Head Start and LSCC children. Kidz Club has 2 classrooms for the summer and serves school age children. 1 UPK classroom is available in the fall of 2009 at the Cobleskill center.
Schoharie Center has 3 classrooms for Head Start children. Sharon Springs and North Blenheim sites have morning and afternoon classes for Head Start and UPK.
Children With Special Needs
Head Start, Lark Street Child Care Center, Universal Pre-Kindergarten and Kidz Club are committed to providing educational services to all children, including those with special needs. Assessments and daily reports are provided to identify your child's strengths and any concerns. If concerns regarding your child's development are identified, SCCDC staff will work with you to access all available resources. With your permission staff will refer your child to the appropriate local agency and/or a complete developmental or sensory screenings.
Field Trips
All classrooms will explore the surrounding community through regular walks. If staff plan to go on a field trip away from the center, you will receive a permission slip to sign in advance.
Staffing
LSCC-Infant, toddler and pre-school rooms are staffed by a Head Teacher and 1 or 2 Classroom Aides. Kidz Club is staffed by a Head Teacher and a Classroom Aide
SCHS-Pre-school, wrap-around and Head Start rooms are staffed by Head Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Classroom Aides.
UPK-Each UPK classroom has a Certified Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher and/or Classroom Aides.
Call your Family Advocate or Center Director if you have questions.
Transportation
Transportation to and from the centers is the responsibility of the parent. Head Start provides a limited number of bus routes. Transportation is limited to pick-up points. Door to door stops are not possible. You will be given a set of bus rules before school starts. Please read them carefully, and share them with your child, as the rules are for your child's safety. Parents of bus riders are asked to have the children at the bus stop on time in the morning. Parents are asked to come aboard the bus to secure their seatbelt. Any changes in pick-up and drop-off points need to be cleared in advance with the center. Change in authorized persons to pick up your child requires written permission. If the staff are unfamiliar with the individual picking up your child, they will be asked to show photo ID to identify themselves. Emergency contact numbers need to be updated on a regular basis.
See your Center Director or call Kevin Kutzscher, Transportation Manager for more information at 518-234-7521
SCCDC
Main Office: 114 Lark Street
Cobleskill, New York 12043
518-234-7521-phone 518-234-4320- fax
The information provided on this web site is for information purposes only and does not provide any particular recommendations. Be sure to see your community health/mental health provider or other professionals as needed.
