Welcome to the Lincoln Public Schools Preschool Program!  

Lincoln Public Schools Preschool Program offers many different learning opportunities. In inclusive classroom settings each class provides active learning, adult-child interactions, a safe and engaging learning environment, daily routines and child assessment. Each child learns through a variety of developmentally appropriate activities in the classroom and during home visits.

Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that features exploration and discovery as a way of learning.  Creative Curriculum for Preschool is based on five fundamental principles:

• Positive interactions and relationships with adults provide a critical foundation for successful learning.   

• Social–emotional competence is a significant factor in school success.

• Constructive, purposeful play supports essential learning.  

• The physical environment affects the type and quality of learning interactions.

• Teacher–family partnerships promote development and learning.

Second Step is the Social Emotional Learning Curriculum. This curriculum helps preschoolers:

• Learn social skills

• Build friendships

• Develop problem solving abilities

• Foster independence and self-control

The Early Childhood Pyramid Model provides a framework of evidence-based practices that
promote young children's social emotional competence, and prevent and
address challenging behaviors.  The three tiers of the Pyramid Model include: high quality learning environments that have positive behavior expectations and predictable routines; the intentional teaching of social-emotional strategies; and individualized interventions for children who need a positive behavior support plan.

 Arrival 

12:15-12:20

Lunch

12:20-12:45

Opening

12:45-12:55

Second Steps

12:55-1:00

Small Group

1:00-1:15

Large Group

1:15-1:30

Outside Time

1:30-2:00

Choice Time

2:00-3:10

Read Aloud

3:10-3:20

Snack & Round UP

3:20-3:45

Dismissal 

3:45