Learning is FUN!
This program is designed for two-year-olds.
Children in this age group are introduced to the concept of school as a safe and nurturing place to play with other young children. They develop social skills and learn how to interact positively in a group. In class, children learn primarily through theme-based exploration and play. Teachers guide the children through hands-on, concrete activities that develop their senses and heighten awareness of their environment. Classroom activities include the use of manipulatives, sensory materials, games, and stories. Enrichment experiences include music, art, Spanish, and fitness and wellness education.
Our Teachers
Rita Stratton-Moore
Rita received her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia. As a social worker, Rita worked with a diverse range of children and families. More>
Jaime Kuykendall
Jamie has an Associates degree in Education and holds an Early Childhood Teaching Certificate. She's thrilled to be back for her fourth year at CDS! More>
Enrichment Curriculum
Visual and Performing Arts
Visual and performing arts are an integral part of the CDS curriculum. Actively participating in the arts helps students develop self-confidence. The arts also encourage creative self-expression and provide unique opportunities to learn about world cultures. In addition, our arts curricula is designed to reinforce and compliment what the students learn in mathematics, social studies, literacy, and science.
Music
At CDS, music education begins in preschool. The music curriculum is taught in a noncompetitive environment and emphasizes exploration, appreciation, creativity, self-expression, and enjoyment. Children learn the basic elements of music and enjoy age-appropriate activities such as clapping, chanting, dancing, and other rhythmic movements. Older children incorporate reading and writing activities to develop musical literacy. All students are actively involved in music-making through voice, body percussion, movement, and musical instruments. Students learn the history of music and hear the works of legendary musicians and composers.
Spanish
Foreign language learning in preschool improves listening abilities, memory function, creativity, and critical thinking skills. The CDS foreign language curriculum is proficiency-based and integrates speaking, reading, writing, listening, and cultural activities. Instructional games and task-based instruction encourage interaction and communication in the target language. Authentic oral language and reading practice, including songs, rhymes, folktales, cartoons, and popular media build proficiency and help children develop a cultural appreciation. The CDS foreign language program complements classroom instruction in math, science, social studies, and language arts.
Fitness and Wellness
Fitness and wellness education at CDS encompasses mind, body, and spirit. In addition to the core curriculum, students participate in sports conditioning, team building activities, and sportsmanship classes.
Benefits include refined motor skills and articulation, increased body awareness, ability to manage stress, and increased concentration and focus.CDS students recognize the relationship between feeling good and regular physical activity, healthy food intake, and positive lifestyle choices. Healthy, balanced snacks and lunches are available to students during the day.
