Glasser Preschool

NAEYC Accreditation: Glasser Preschool is proud to announce it has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children - the nation's leading organization of early childhood professionals. We are proud to be accredited by NAEYC, and recognized for our commitment to reaching the highest professional standards. This accreditation is a direct result of the hard work and commitment of hte Glasser Preschool staff, families, and children over the past two years.

NAEYC created its accreditation program in 1985 to set professional standards for early childhood education, and to help families identify high-quality child care and early education programs. To earn NAEYC's accreditation, a program conducts a self-study to determine how well it meets the standards. After necessary improvements are made, the program is observed by independent, professional validators, and then reviewed by a national panel. Programs are accredited by NAEYC for a five-year period

Registration for OPT members is the week of January 16th. Registration for GPS families who are not temple members is week of January 22nd. Registration is open to the community starting January 29th. Contact Marci Sperling Flynn, Glasser Preschool Director at (708) 386-3937 or for registration materials, tours of the school, or more information

Our School The Glasser Preschool creates a nurturing and stimulating first school experience for young children. The teachers provide a day balanced between planned activities and free choice; quiet time and physical play; group activities and individual attention.

Children do not have to be potty trained. When the child is ready, the teachers will work with the parents to make potty training a success.

Our program is located in, and is a reflection of, Oak Park Temple. The school observes Jewish holidays and teaches Jewish customs and traditions. All children, however, are welcome regardless of race, religion, or national origin.

We are licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and meet all applicable state and local licensing requirements.

A Typical Day

Free Play begins the day. The children play independently and in spontaneously formed groups as they choose from different learning centers of developmentally appropriate materials and toys, such as playdough, puzzles, dressup, puppets, and a wide assortment of building blocks. Daily arts and crafts activities promote fine motor skills and encourage creativity.

Circle Time is when the teachers introduce weekly themes and the day’s events. Discussions on weather, the calendar, and the World-Around-Us introduce children to math, science, and letters. The children sing songs, listen to stories, and share their experiences.

Large motor play is outside, weather permitting, where the children run, jump, ride bikes and play in the sand. When inside, they play in our indoor play area with slides, bikes, and balls.

Snack Time – more than just eating – is a social time. The children are encouraged to set up and clean up their own snacks.

Parent Involvement

We strongly encourage parents’ involvement in their child’s preschool experience. We have an open door policy for parents to visit, observe and participate in their child’s classroom.

Parents are required to volunteer in at least one of the follow areas: classroom events, social activities, or fundraising. An active board of directors governs the preschool; all parents are invited to attend the monthly board meetings.

Teachers send home regular classroom updates. Parent-teacher conferences are held twice a year. The director and teachers are always available to discuss any matter.

Preschool Classes

Gan Katan

2 ½ year olds (age 2 by June)
Tuesday and Thursday or
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Lions and Zebras

Tigers

Other Classes

Extended Day Program

Our Extended Day program includes outdoor fun, a hot catered lunch, art, songs, stories, and exciting enrichment activities. This is the ideal program for the child who is ready for a little longer preschool day.

Parents & Tots

This class is geared towards movers and shakers. Free play, guest speakers, and socialization activities for parents, caregivers and children alike. The class concludes with songs that you and your child will love. It is a great opportunity to make connections with other families.

Tiny Tots

Bring your tiny tot to sing, read stories, and play. This wonderful introduction to preschool includes an art activity and a snack at each session.

Summer Camp

Camp is held outdoors on the lawn of the Temple backyard and in our air-conditioned classrooms. We encourage an appreciation of nature, movement, and creativity. Our indoor play area is available for rainy day activities.

Our campers’ day consists of free play, outdoor fun, water play, songs, finger plays, stories, arts and crafts, and field trips to the local parks.

Come Visit Us

We invite you to visit our classrooms and meet our director, teachers, and parents. Please contact the Glass Preschool office to schedule an appointment.

The Glasser Preschool
Oak Park Temple
1235 N. Harlem Avenue
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
708-386-3937

Enrollment Policies

Enrollment Procedure

A deposit of one month’s tuition and first semester supply fee must accompany your registration form. Non-temple member fees are also due and payable at the time of registration. The bank’s returned check fee will be charged for returned checks.

For yearlong classes, the tuition deposit will be credited to May tuition; for Tots classes the tuition deposit will be credited towards that semester’s tuition. By this application you are making a commitment to pay tuition for a full year.

Families Not Belonging to Oak Park Temple:

There is an annual fee for non-member preschool families. This fee will be applied to the child’s tuition if the family joins Oak Park Temple by September 1 st of the school year.

Placement in Classes

The Director reserves the right to make the final decision regarding class placement. Efforts will be made to honor the parent’s first class choice. You may add your child’s name to a waiting list. The Glasser Preschool reserves the right to cancel a class or to consolidate programs due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund will be issued if a suitable alternative is not found for those children.

Cancellation of Enrollment

Cancellation by August 1 st will result in a refund of one month’s tuition deposit and the non-temple fee. The supply fee is non-refundable. After August 1 st, the one month’s deposit will not be refunded unless the position is filled by a child on our waiting list. If a child begins a program and then is removed, the parents will be responsible for that month’s tuition. The one month’s deposit will be returned if the position is filled by another child.

Scholarships

Scholarship money may be available for tuition. Scholarship applications may be obtained from the director.

Calendar

Our preschool follows the Oak Park District 97 Public School calendar for secular holidays and vacation breaks; and the Oak Park Temple calendar for the Jewish holidays.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please call the director at 708-386-3937, extension 15.

The Beatrice and Morris Glasser Preschool of Oak Park Temple B’nai Abraham Zion

A Typical Day

Parent Involvement

Preschool Classes

Gan Katan

Lions and Zebras

Tigers

Other Classes

Extended Day Program

Parents & Tots

Tiny Tots

Summer Camp

Come Visit Us

Enrollment Policies

Enrollment Procedure

Families Not Belonging to Oak Park Temple:

Placement in Classes

Cancellation of Enrollment

Scholarships

Calendar

Questions?