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A Little More About Us...
Parent run and focused on families.
The Federal Way Cooperative Preschool is a parent-operated, non-profit corporation that provides quality learning experiences for children and promotes development of knowledge and skills for strong healthy families.
At FWCP we believe:
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Parents are the first and most important teachers in a child's life.
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A successful preschool education depends on parent participation on all levels.
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Parents who participate tend to stay involved in their child's education.
What is a Cooperative Preschool?
A cooperative preschool is a nonprofit organization run by parents and an elected board of directors. Parents work in the classroom on a rotating schedule to assist the teacher. Parents also participate in a minimum of 8 parent-education classes or events throughout the school year to gain knowledge, build skills, and reinforce community relationships.
What are my responsibilities as a co-op parent?
Parent participation is essential to the operation of our school. Parents work a few times a month in the classroom, earn parent education credits and hold a classroom job. Classroom jobs range from designated play dough maker to a position on the board. Parent education credits are earned through, educational advisor meetings (held during class), virtual opportunities (live or via email) and parent education and family events (held in the evening). Families are also required to participate in fundraisers to help keep our tuition low.
Why Choose a Co-Op?
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Cooperative preschools are the best place to learn right along with your child
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Parents participate in their child's education
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High adult-to-child ratio, meaning lots of helping hands and individual attention for each child
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Excellent teachers who update their knowledge and skills at workshops and seminars throughout the year and receive lots of support and information from early childhood professionals through our affiliate program
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Approved practices within the guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
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Give parents a voice in decisions and policy- making
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Allow parents and children to build a great foundation of respect and cooperation
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Give parents a chance to celebrate those fleeting first years with their children
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Recognize that parents are the most important teachers a child will have
Meet Teacher Cat Eidsness
Teacher Cat Eidsness has a BS in Zoology.
She has 22 years of experience working with children as a former co-op parent and board member and teacher.
This is her 16th year teaching at our school!
Her love for animals and insects is evident throughout her curriculum and classroom pets.
