At the Early Childhood Engagement Center at Temple Emanuel children learn through experience.  They touch, move, listen, see and hear.  These experiences allow children to construct knowledge in a variety of ways. 

Our pre-school is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy.  This methodology has been studied and modeled world-wide.  Two key aspects of a Reggio Emilia program are building from what children already know and creating learning spaces that stimulate and incorporate natural elements.

Our preschoolers learn by doing.  They learn by playing, listening, touching, and tasting.  Children learn about math, science, literature, and the world around them.  Most of all, children at the Early Childhood Engagement Center learn about Judaism and how joyful it is!

We provide a nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and safe.  This fosters their confidence and self esteem.  It also allows the children to pursue their interests and grow.  We have three and five day options for pre-school.  For more information please contact Louise Van Schaack at (336) 292-7899 or LVanschaack@tegreensboro.org.

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ECEC Calendar of Events 

Your child does not have to be enrolled in the pre-school to participate in the many Early Childhood offerings at Temple:

Mazel Tots – a playgroup for parents and children (ages 3 months – 2 years).  Join us for playtime and friendship on Thursdays at 10:30am

Tot Shabbat – Join us the second and fourth Fridays of the month at 6:00pm in the chapel at Jefferson Road, for song, prayer and community with a child friendly oneg following.

Jewish Parenting Group – Date and time to be announced
Based on the teachings of “Blessing of the Skinned Knee,” Dr. Sheryl Siar and Louise Van Schaack will facilitate a parenting discussion to help us raise self-reliant, compassionate, and ethical children. 

The Mother’s Circle mini – course
Mother’s Circle – Winter 2012
Are you a non-Jewish mother who has chosen to raise your children Jewish? A three session class in which you will learn the fundamentals of creating a Jewish home, celebrating Jewish holidays, and commemorating Jewish lifecycle events.

For more information on any of these programs, please contact Louise Van Schaack at Lvanschaack@tegreensboro.org or 292-7899 ext. 302