Busy Bee Class

Pre-K Class, 4 years old by September

Welcome to the Busy Bee Class! This a Pre-Kindergarten classroom, with kids who are 4 years old by September. We have two Teachers and 15 kids. As we prepare for our big transition to Kindergarten, we focus on many readiness skills. We feel kids develop at their own pace and we are there to help them at whatever level they are at with academics as well as social skills and self management skills. Our program consists of Teacher directed work time in small groups, free choice play, reading and outside playtime. A big part of Kindergarten readiness is being able to self manage in a group. We help kids learn to resolve conflict, problem solve, follow directions and be in charge of themselves all within the larger group. Our curriculum is “emergent” as we take the lead of the kids and where their interest is. We have found that kids learn better when we are using something of interest to teach the basic academics. We feel families are important. Working together, we can build a great foundation for your child’s beginning education that instills a love of learning for a lifetime. Come visit our classroom and see what’s “Buzzing” in the Busy Bee class!

Our monthly snack schedule is available for download on our About page. Snack is the same for all classes.

Busy Bee Class Handbook

Kim Rivoli, Lead Teacher

Thank you for letting me be a part of your child’s pre-school experience. I am very excited about the year ahead and about getting to know you and your child.  First let me tell you a bit about myself. I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education from Clark College and have 30 years experience teaching young children. I have been here at Little Acorn Preschool and Kindergarten for 23 years. I previously spent 5 years teaching the three year-olds in the Star Class before taking the Busy Bee class.

I have found that when parents are positive about Preschool and let their child know that school is great, the child feels good about coming to class. That makes learning and exploring a wonderful experience. Parents are always welcome in our classroom. I encourage you to ask questions or let me know of your concerns. If there is something you can tell me about your child that will help me get to know them or make them feel more comfortable, please let me know. 

I am looking forward to a great year!

 

Darian Holmes, Assistant Teacher

Hi, My name is Darian Holmes, I was raised here in Vancouver. I have 2 cats named Stevie and Ozzy along with a puppy named Jojo. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree at Central Washington University Online. I have been working in education for the past 4 years and have grown to love working with preschoolers. I attended Little Acorn when I was in preschool and was in the Busy Bee class with Teacher Kim. I am so excited to get to know all off the Busy Bees and their families