Preschool Newsletter Hope Ridge Preschool Events and News Preschool Brochure Preschool Class & Tuition Schedule © Hope Ridge UMC 2012 December 2011 Dear Parents: We've got something to shout about!  Hope Ridge Preschool has been named a Two-Star, Step Up To Quality Program by the State of Ohio. Only the top early care and education programs in Ohio receive this prestigious award, so you should be proud that your child is enrolled in one of Ohio's best.  We received this Star Rating award because of our overall commitment to quality. We offer a wonderful environment for children to grow and develop. Some reasons we've received state recognition for our efforts include: " Smaller class sizes so your child gets more attention " Highly trained teachers dedicated to continuous improvement " Planned learning activities based on Ohio's Early Learning Content Standards " An outstanding work environment - paid staff benefits mean a professional atmosphere which retains good teachers for your child  As a parent, this award is yours as well. Your ideas and support have inspired us to bring a world of discovery and excitement to the children each and every day. Our goal is to build children's self- confidence, develop their social and emotional skills and instill a love for learning that will follow them the rest of their life. Research from The Ohio State University confirms that as programs add stars, the benefits to children add up. We are extremely pleased to have won this award and hope you are, too. We tell our children to reach for the stars. Today we feel like they are in our grasp.  Sincerely, Alice Griffith, Director Staff: Teachers Assistant Teachers Amy Davies Mary Butler Nicola Davies Claudine Ferry Julie Leppert Ann Horton Kathleen Root Patricia Norman Vicky Smonko Mary McLaughlin Brenda Thomson Preschool Open House Sponsored by Hope Ridge Preschool Sunday, January 22, 2012 2 - 3:30 p.m. • Teachers and staff available to answer your questions • Tour our facility • Registration and program information available • Open Registration for the community will be Saturday, Feb. 4,  9:00 - noon