DEPARTMENTS
Updated: March 2013
Welcome to the Lynn Public Schools Early Childhood Department
Our Philosophy
Young children grow in cognitive, physical, social, and emotional skills during the early childhood years. The Lynn Public Schools is committed to providing high-quality, developmentally appropriate, standards-based child-centered activities within a well-equipped, organized setting. We believe supporting a child's healthy development provides the basis for academic success, and promotes the foundation for becoming life-long learners.
Our Goals
- Recognize parents as their child’s first, most important, and longest lasting teacher
- Foster a parent/teacher partnership
- Provide high quality standards-based instruction, across all domains, for our preschool students
- Utilize authentic, formative assessments on an ongoing basis
- Maintain communication with families about their children’s progress
- Set a pattern for good attendance in school
- Encourage students to become life-long learners
- Provide any necessary and documented additional support services as needed
Our Department Information
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Early Childhood Development |
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Contact
Phone
E-mail |
Marlyn Mahoney | Assistant Director, Early Childhood
(781) 477-7220 x 3114
mahoneym@lynnschools.org |
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Contact
Phone
E-mail |
Michelle Flynn | Program Specialist, Early Childhood
(781) 477-7220 x 3211
flynnm@lynnschools.org |
Developmental Screening
CHILD FIND
Each year, in accordance with state and federal law, cities and towns are mandated to implement a "Child Find" system for three and four year olds, and for all children who are of age to enter kindergarten, to identify any child who may be in need of special education services.
In order to identify any potential need for special education services, children in Lynn are screened by trained staff of the Lynn Public Schools using the Early Screening Inventory, Revised Edition (ESI-R). This screening reviews a child's development in cognition, speech/language, fine and gross motor coordination, vision, and hearing. The screening takes approximately thirty minutes.
If, as a result of the screening, potential areas of need are identified, the child is then referred to the school district's Special Education Department. The Special Education Department then contacts the parent/guardian for permission to conduct further evaluation in order to determine if there is a need for special education services.
DO YOU HAVE ANY DEVELOPMENTAL CONCERNS REGARDING YOUR 3, 4, OR 5 YEAR OLD LYNN CHILD?
The Lynn Public Schools will be conducting developmental screening for preschool children, ages 3, 4, and 5 with the following developmental concerns:
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- Cognition |
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- Speech/Language |
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- Fine Motor Coordination |
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- Gross Motor Coordination |
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- Vision |
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- Hearing |
Screening is intended only for children whose parents/guardians have developmental concerns about their child. Please call (781) 477-7220 x 3211 between the hours of 7:45 AM and 3:45 PM for a screening appointment.
Welcome to Preschool
Lynn Public Schools Preschool Program Information
The Lynn Public Schools offers the following two types of free preschool programs:
Integrated Preschool Programs | In accordance with the Massachusetts General Law MGL (603 CMR 28.00: Special Education), the Lynn Public Schools has a number of Integrated Preschool Programs for children with and without special needs. The primary purpose of the program is to integrate three and four year old children with special needs in a preschool classroom with typically developing (non-special needs) four year old children serving as role models. The program provides children with special needs the opportunity to learn from their peers as well as from the instructional staff.
All typically developing children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2013
| Location and Hours of Lynn Public School Integrated Preschool Programs: |
SCHOOL |
TYPE |
SESSION |
HOURS |
“Cubbie’s Den” at LVTI |
(1) Integrated |
AM
PM |
7:45 - 10:25
11:05 - 1:45 |
“Cubbie’s Den” at LVTI |
(1) Integrated |
AM |
SPED | 7:45 - 1:45
Typically | 8:30 - 11:10 |
Harrington |
(2) Integrated |
AM
PM |
7:45 - 10:25
11:05 - 1:45 |
Ingalls |
(1) Integrated |
AM |
SPED | 7:45 - 1:45
Typically | 8:30 - 11:10 |
LPS Early Childhood Center |
(2) Integrated |
AM
PM |
7:45 - 10:25
11:05 - 1:45 |
Sisson Annex |
(2) Integrated |
AM |
SPED | 7:45 - 1:45
Typically | 8:30 - 11:10 |
Neighborhood Preschool Programs | At the Connery and Harrington Elementary Schools, a neighborhood preschool program is offered for children, residing in the Connery or Harrington school districts,
All children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2013
| Location and Hours of Lynn Public School Neighborhood Preschool Programs: |
SCHOOL |
TYPE |
SESSION |
HOURS |
Connery |
Neigbhorhood |
AM
PM |
8:15 - 10:55
11:30 - 2:10 |
Harrington |
Neigbhorhood |
AM
PM |
7:45 - 10:25
11:05 - 1:45 |
PLEASE NOTE THAT TRANSPORTATION IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARENT/GUARDIAN OF THE TYPICALLY DEVELOPING CHILD.
Preschool Lottery
To be eligible for placement into the Integrated Preschool Program, typically developing children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2013, and must be a resident of Lynn.
The half-day program is free of charge, but parents/guardians of the typically developing children must provide their own transportation.
Due to the limited number of available seats, and to ensure equal access to the Preschool Program, a computer generated lottery will be held to select from the applicants. By May 31, 2013, parents will be notified by mail with the acceptance into the program or placement on the waitlist.
If a parent/guardian declines placement or moves out of the district, children on the waitlist will be taken in the order in which they were selected in the lottery.
| Applications For Entry into the Preschool Program May Be: |
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- Downloaded from the Lynn Public Schools website |
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- Picked up at the main office of any Lynn Public School |
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- Available at the main desk of the Lynn Public Library |
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- Available at the Community and Family Resource Fair:
Thursday, March 28, 2013, from 5:30 - 7:30 PMS
Foyer of the Lynn Public Schools Administration Building
90 Commercial Street |
- Applications must be completed and returned on or before April 5, 2013
- Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than April 4, 2013
| Drop Off At The Main Desk: |
Mail To: |
Main Desk | Foyer
Lynn Public Schools
90 Commercial Street
Lynn, MA 01905 |
Marilyn Mahoney
Lynn Public Schools
90 Commercial Street
Lynn, MA 01905 |
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Families awarded slots must register their child at the Parent Information Center (PIC) no later than June 14, 2013.
Parents/guardians who have questions or want to learn more about the program can call Marilyn Mahoney or Michelle Flynn (781) 477-7220 x 3114 or x 3211.
Pre-School Application | For Translation Options See Bottom Of This Webpage
LYNN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Administration Building - 90 Commercial Street, Lynn, MA 01905
Telephone (781) 593-1680 - Fax (781) 598-3160
PRESCHOOL APPLICATION
YOUR CHILD MUST BE 4 YEARS OLD ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1, 2013
(Please print clearly)
FIRST NAME _____________ LAST NAME _______ [ ] MALE [ ] FEMALE
DATE OF BIRTH | MONTH ___________DAY ________ YEAR _____________
Is your child a [ ] Twin [ ] Triplet [ ] Other _____________________
PARENT/ GUARDIAN INFORMATION
NAME(S) _________________________________________________________
STREET __________________________________________________________
CITY __________________ STATE ______ ZIP CODE ___________________
HOME PHONE ___________________ CELL PHONE _____________________
EMAIL ADDRESS __________________________________________________
THIS APPLICATION MUST BE RETURNED ON OR BEFORE APRIL 5, 2013
(Mailed Applications must be postmarked by April 4, 2013)
Drop off at: Mail to:
Main Desk/Foyer Marilyn Mahoney
Lynn Public Schools Lynn Public Schools
90 Commercial Street 90 Commercial Street
Lynn, MA 01905 Lynn, MA 01905
(Enter from Commercial Street only)
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:
District School: Checked
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Welcome to Kindergarten
The Lynn Public Schools offers a full day kindergarten program, which is located in all of the elementary schools. Full day kindergarten is available to all Lynn children who are five years old on or before September 1, 2013. Each classroom has highly qualified instructors who use the Common Core Curriculum Standards and Guidelines. All kindergarten programs offer developmentally appropriate opportunities that meet each child's needs.
10 TIPS TO PREPARE FOR KINDERGARTEN
1. The last 2 weeks of August, create a routine for your family. Set an early bedtime and stick to it.
2. Work with your child in developing self help skills: tying their shoes, zipping their coats and using the bathroom on their own.
3. Talk and listen to your child when you do something together. (i.e., eating, shopping or taking a walk).
4. Use counting in your daily activities. Count the people in your family, toys, or pages in a book.
5. Teach your child to resolve problems with siblings or friends using their words not their hands.
6. Limit the amount of time your child spends watching TV and playing video games. (1 - 2 hours).
7. Read to your child daily! After you read the story, talk about it with your child.
8. Have your child practice writing their first name. Encourage correct pencil/crayon grip.
9. Turn driving in the car into fun by playing games and pointing out familiar signs.
10. Encourage your child to be independent by allowing him/her to make certain choices - ("Do you want to wear your red shirt or blue shirt today?").
Community and Family Resources
A comprehensive online list of helpful community and family resources will be launched on Thursday, March 21st. Use the link below to visit the City's new online Service Guide.
City of Lynn | Online Community Service Guide
Hard copies of the Community and Family Resource Guide will also be available at:
• The Lynn Public Schools Parent Information Center (PIC)
• The Lynn Public Library
Early Childhood News
For more information, you are invited to attend the:
Community and Family Resource Fair
(All children must be accompanied by an adult)
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF FUN-FILLED ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN,
BIRTH TO 14, AND THEIR FAMILIES
Thursday, March 28, 2013 | 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Foyer of Lynn Vocational Technical Institute | Marshall Wharf Building
90 Commercial Street, Lynn, MA 01905
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