Curriculum
The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is a comprehensive, scientifically-based curriculum, linked to an assessment system that addresses teachers' need to know what to teach and why, and how children learn best. It specifies the literacy, math, science, social studies, arts, and technology content to be taught, based on published standards. It relates directly to the subject area curricula used in elementary schools, so children's learning in preschool forms the basis of all of the learning that will follow. Its distinguishing features are a framework for decision making and a focus on interest areas. The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is inclusive of all children—those developing typically, children with disabilities, and English language learners (Dodge, 2002)..
Sometimes programs call “Choice Time” free play, free choice, play time, work time, center time… Creative Curriculum refers to it as Choice Time. Each student chooses an interest area to work in and will move around the room as they choose. Typically, Choice Time lasts 1 hour uninterrupted and does not include clean up time. The children can choose from 8 interest areas; Art Center, Dramatic Play Area, Block Center, Music Center, Library, Fine motor Center, Science Center, Sand & Water Area. The teacher’s role is to observe, assist children in accomplishing their play goals, and look for opportunities for expanding children's activities and thinking. Learn more about each center below and what you can do at home
Meet Our Team
Jenna Hohenberger
Onsite Director
Hello! My name is Ms. Jenna, and I am the Lead Teacher and On-Site Director at Country Acres. I have been with Partners in Learning for over four years. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a certification in Child Life and Development, and I have always been passionate about working with children. My goal is to create a fun, loving, and nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, grow, and make lots of happy memories along the way! A few fun facts about me: I am a dog mom to two big fur babies, Cleo and Sable, and I also have a bearded dragon named Taz. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing softball, and spending time with my pets. I am so excited for another fantastic year together!
Olivia Augustine
Assitant Teacher
Hi! My name is Ms. Olivia. I've been with Partners in Learning for 2 years now. I am an assistant teacher for Ms. Jenna at Country Acres. I have always had a huge passion for working with children. I would love to be a preschool lead teacher in the future! I love seeing the kids learn new things and explore so much in school. My favorite thing is seeing the kids grow each day in their learning and how creative they can be! I am very excited for this new school year!
Rylee Chrone
Assitant Teacher
Hi! My name is Ms. Rylee and I am the Assistant Teacher at Country Acres! I’ve been with the company for a little over a year now, and I’ve truly loved every moment of working with children. One of my favorite parts of what I do is getting to watch each child learn, grow, and develop their own unique personality while creating a positive and supportive environment for them. I’m currently attending school for Education with the goal of one day having a classroom of my own. I’ve always had a passion for working with children, and I hope to make a meaningful and lasting impact on their lives as they learn and grow. I’m so grateful to be gaining valuable experience doing something I love while working toward my dream of becoming a teacher!
