Sierra Madre School to Start Junior Kindergarten Program

Jenny Shepard, a representative of the private St. Rita School in Sierra Madre has the following announcement about a new junior kindergarten program.

Shepard wrote Altadena Patch that she believes it will be of interest to Altadena members because the church associated with the school has many Altadena parioshiners.  

Registration is now open for admission into the new Junior Kindergarten program at for the 2012-2013 academic year. The full-day program, available to 4- and 5-year-olds, will prepare students for classroom routines with plenty of time for free-exploration.

The developmentally-based curriculum is designed for the “early 5-year old” who is ready to move beyond pre-school. Teacher-directed and child-initiated activities will prepare students for kindergarten and foster development in the areas of language, math, literacy, imaginative play, social awareness, construction, technology, art and music.

“We’re delighted to fill this long-standing need in our community,” said Principal Joanne Harabedian. “We are looking forward to launching a program that will bridge the transition from nursery school to formal schooling, while focusing on the children’s social, physical and cognitive development.” 

The Junior program’s day is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with after-school care available. Enrollment packets are available in the school office for students who will be 4 1/2 by September of this year. Contact the school office at (626) 355-6114 for more information.