MISSION, VISION & VALUES
Mission
We engage children in experiential learning enriched by Jewish values, while connecting families within the warm embrace of a Reform synagogue community.
Vision
We aim to be the premier early childhood education center for Jewish families in the Greater Seattle Area.
Values
Learn, Connect, Explore, Play:
These are the values that shape our curriculum and programming, which are designed to prepare children for a lifetime of learning experiences, both in and outside of the classroom.
At JRM Preschool We:
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Learn
We commit to developing the whole child through experiential methods that build self-esteem, social-emotional skills, and school readiness strategies. Our teachers guide students through developmentally appropriate learning exercises that are infused with Jewish values and traditions.
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Connect
We strive to create opportunities for children to develop healthy, positive relationships with peers, adults, Judaism, and the natural world that surrounds them. We create a seamless link for families between home, school, and the Jewish community.
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Explore
We inspire a sense of wonder in children by providing a safe place to experiment, discover, and question their environment. We cultivate hands-on mastery through the use of different mediums, materials, and cognitive concepts.
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Play
We play with purpose, fostering the building blocks that are essential for children to move toward academic success: creativity, independence, cooperation and problem solving. Not to mention – it’s fun!