Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning, but for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.
- Fred Rogers
Preschool Open House
Dates & Locations
WCC Campus – Kelly Hall 009
237 W. Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA 98225
Friday, February 6 | 12:00–2:30 PM
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Wade King Elementary School
2155 Yew Street Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229
Thursday, February 19 | 4:00–6:00 PM
👉 All families with toddlers and preschool-aged children are welcome.
We invite you to be part of an inclusive community of families, teachers and parenting educators learning together in a supportive environment
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To register click here: Whatcom Family Cooperative Preschool (jovial.org)
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​Jovial Family Portal for current families:
Whatcom Family Cooperative Preschool - Login (jovial.org)​​​​​​​​
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We Value...
Community; Play-Based Learning; Developing Social and Emotional Skills; A Commitment to Inclusion, Equity, and Anti-bias Education; Parent Education.
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Our Co-op Offers:
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An affordable whole-family preschool experience.
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Developmentally appropriate activities that support learning through play.
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Programming with the emphasis on social skills, inclusion, and community.
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A monthly parenting class presented by Whatcom Community College Parenting Education Program
CO-OP COMMUNITY
You will meet other families with children going through similar milestones, joys, and challenges as yours. One of the many benefits families experience while participating in our co-op is long-term family friendships.
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