School of EducationCollege of Professional Studies

Program Goals

Based upon the theories and principles of Erikson and Piaget, six goals have been established. Activities for all children are directed toward meeting these goals:

1. To provide children with opportunities for social interaction with same age peers.
2. To assure that children have a good start in the development of a positive self-concept.
3. To assist children in the formation of positive attitudes toward school and learning.
4. To provide the children with a wide variety of activities and experiences which will build the firm foundations for later academic learning.
   • Conceptual development
   • Language development
   • Listening and following directions
   • Thinking and decision making
   • Independence and responsibility
5. To provide children with opportunities to practice large and small motor skills.
6. To encourage development of creativity