Good Shepherd United Methodist Church's "Parent's Day Out Program" will be starting September 4th, 2007. This program has become so popular that we are opening up afternoon slots. Hours are 9:00-11:30, and 12:30-3:00 p.m.

This program, as supported by Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, has a religious foundation and is a building block for socialization for your child prior to preschool.

PARENT'S DAY OUT OBJECTIVES:

Create a nurturing, positive atmosphere

Christian based activities

Creative play

Nurture enjoyment of music

Stories

Poems by listening

Rhythmic movements

Singing

Active listening

Teach good health habits

Healthy daily snacks

Exercise through games, dancing and outdoor play

Enable positive self-esteem

Appropriate and consistent praise

Promote creativity

Use a variety of arts and crafts material

Play equipment

Story telling

Music and rhythmic experience

Help build respect and understanding

Good teacher relationships

Taking turns and sharing

To grow independent, self-assured and loving adults through a loving and nurturing atmosphere

**We only have a few slots left**, so visit us on the web at:

www.shepherdchurch.org to learn more about the Parent's Day Out program, or leave us a message at 303.457.9267 and someone will call you. Ages 2-4 years old. Morning and afternoon slots are available.

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is to give your child a warm, safe and nurturing atmosphere in which to explore and to learn. We believe that children are by nature curious and learn best by doing in a hands-on manner. Our Parent's Day Out program creates an environment in which children participate actively and learn by doing.