Perry Highway Lutheran Pre-K
Authoring in a solid foundation of faith and true love of learning
About
2022-23 REGISTRATION BEGINS JANUARY 14th!! AND ASK ABOUT OUR CURRENT PROMOTIONS
Perry Highway Lutheran Pre-Kindergarten (PHL Pre-K) was established in 1968 as an outreach program to address the needs of families with preschool children. It is governed by a Preschool Board and the School Administrative Director, and typically runs a September - May regular school year. We currently offer classes for the following ages:
- 2 1/2 year old preschool program
- 3 year old preschool program
- 4/5 year Pre-Kindergarten program
We take our responsibility as educators very seriously, and we invite you to review our school programs. If you are interested, we encourage you to make an appointment for a visit, or feel free to contact us any time with further questions. We look forward to speaking with you!
**Contact us today for more info and pricing. THE SCHOOL IS A LOCKED FACILITY, IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT CLIENT PLEASE CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AS WE ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!
***PHLP is an allergy safe environment
**PHLP has a scholarship program for those who qualify, ask about it today.
(*Be sure to scroll down and check out our Ambassadors video section, and meet some of our past and current parents!)
Classes
2 1/2 year Preschool Program
Centered around Emergent Learning, our 2 ½ year old beginners program is available to children who have reached the age of 2 ½ by September 1. Children in this program do not need to be fully potty trained, but we do encourage potty training.
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3 year Preschool Program
This programs focus, tailored to the early learner, is to have their first full classroom experience while mastering beginning-stage learning concepts, and to continue to encourage social and emotional growth and to set the foundations for a lifetime love of learning. **MUST BE 3YRS OLD BY SEPTEMBER
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4/5 PreK Program
Our Pre-K program is designed as an interactive learning community, where children build skills vital to success in kindergarten, continue focus on all subject areas of schooling, and develop a strong sense of confidence. The Pre-K program also provides a focus on problem solving, responsive listening, using language to learn, and social, collaborative, and specific directional skills.**MUST BE 4YRS BY SEPTEMBER
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Enrichment extension classes
Extension hours are available for all AM classes, ages 3 and up. Enrichment provides not only further practice, but more interactive based learning in the sciences and arts.
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Registration and Enrollment
Registration Process and link
Provided here is the link to enroll your child through our Jackrabbit system. Follow the link to create your personal parent portal and enroll your child today! **PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER BEFORE TALKING WITH THE SCHOOL.
***CALL FOR PRICING or further info!!
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://app3.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=540501
***ALL ENROLLMENT FEES MUST BE PAID IMMEDIATELY AFTER ENROLLING TO SOLIDIFY A SPOT
Please follow the links (a video is provided if you need further assistance), and be sure to register for the correct session/school year. Your school contract will be signed online after you have read through and approved all prompts. You must approve all prompts and sign the contract before being able to register. READ THROUGH CAREFULLY. The only paper you will need to provide for us before the school year will be an updated physical and shot record from your physician, or you can have it emailed to us as well. Once registered at PHLP you will be directed to a parent portal. This portal, which you will set up with your own username and password, will be for your eyes only. Be sure to always update any personal information that may change throughout the year, this is vital for our records. Please also save your link to the parent portal in your favorites, as it is specific to our school and not available through a search online.
****PHLP has the ability to choose online payment through credit card or directly through your bank (free when you set up direct pay/ACH). There is a small convenience fee along with credit card usage, which equals $0.35 per transaction and a small % of your total being paid . Fees are assessed to your account every few months. FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR CURRENT RATES OR FURTHER QUESTIONS.
Our Staff
Our PHLP School Staff....
Perry Highway Lutheran Pre-K is proud of our highly qualified and educated school staff. The success of our program is a direct result of our teaching and administrative staff and their knowledge, experience, enthusiasm, and high level of commitment to every learner.
Alyssa Drespling
School Administrative Director
Mrs. Drespling came to us in February 2020 with over 15 years of Early Childhood teaching and administration experience. She maintains her current PA state teaching certification, as well as has completed her State Director Certification, and has earned both her Bachelors in Elementary education and her Masters in Curriculum & Instruction with a Reading Specialist emphasis.
Patricia Bruce
Lead Teacher 4/5 Pre-K Class
Patty Bruce is the Lead Teacher for the 4/5-year-old Pre-Kindergarten program. This is her second year at PHL Pre-K, but her 9th year teaching early childhood education and her 21st year as an educator.
Gail Ryan
Assistant Teacher 4/5 Pre-K Class
Gail Ryan is the Assistant Teacher for the 4/5-year-old program. Beginning her journey with PHLP in 2020, she brings with her over 20 years of teaching experience as a teacher’s assistant.
Theresa Wilkinson
Head Teacher / Lead Teacher both 3's and 2.5 classes
Theresa Wilkinson is one of our Lead Teachers for the 3 year-old and 2.5 year preschool programs, as well as PHLP's Head Teacher. This is her 6th year at PHL Pre-K and she loves being part of helping children grow stronger in every way.
Maria Cashdollar
Assitant 3's Teacher / Spanish Teacher
Maria Cashdollar is the 3-year-old preschool Assistant Teacher and shares the classroom currently with Ms. Theresa. She is also our Spanish specials class teacher.
Melissa Williams
Assistant 2.5 teacher / Head Substitute / 3's Enrichment Teacher
Melissa Williams began her role with us new for the 2020-21 second semester. She is excited to work at PHLP, and looks forward to continuing to increase her roles here at PHLP. She began first as a substitute and 3 yr class aide, and has increased her roles here at PHLP for the 21-22 school year.
Information Desk
Monthly News Letter
Here you will find a downloadable copy of our PHL Post monthly newsletter. ENJOY!
PHL 2022-23 Parent Handbook
This is the schools parent handbook, containing important information for clients about the school, what is required of them, and information about classrooms and what we offer here at PHLP. Please be sure to read through this before registration each year.
PHL 2021-2022 Covid Plan
*This plan is updated and adjusted as needed to remain current and up-to-date with the times and all regulations set for the by the state of PA.
Updated safe snack list 2021-2022
Here is the current approved snack list for the 21-22 school year. **PHLP is an allergy safe school, and works closely with parents to keep all snacks safe for your children who may have severe allergies. DUE to Covid, this years snacks must also be pre packaged (personal sized for students).
2021-2022 School Calendar
***This calendar is subject to change and only an outlook for the 2021-22 school year
3 Year Preschool yearly curriculum plan
Located here is the yearly 3 year Preschool Curriculum plan ( Curriculum FAQ sheet for all PHLP 3 year families also located in this section for your viewing). This is not a detailed weekly lesson plan layout, but is a yearly plan so that you may follow along with your child's learning, and have an idea of what they will be covering and what is expected of them here at PHLP.
3 Year Preschool Curriculum Plan FAQ for 3 yr. preschool parents
Here you will find the FAQ sheet for the guided yearly curriculum plan for Preschool parents... please see the curriculum outline above
4/5 yearly curriculum outline (with attached PA state standards)
curriculum outline for the years themes and layout of learning and subject areas, including coordinating state standards for Pre-K.
PHLP Ambassadors
Check out our latest video chat from a few Ambassadors here at PHL Pre-K!
Here you will find various videos or live chats available from several different Ambassadors of the school through out the school year. These chats will provide you with a deeper look into our programs, and answer a few questions you may have by individuals who have had children go through the program or have had direct workings within our program throughout the years.
School Announcements and Events
Past Events
community Partnerships
Contact
- 11403 Perry Highway, Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States
Contact our PreK Director Today through email for more info or to set up a tour
