Preschool teacher Bev Majewski has been teaching using a parent-participation method in her classes for 34 years.

91裸聊视频淲e91裸聊视频檝e gone through ups and downs and fun but it91裸聊视频檚 the kids that keep me young and why I keep doing it,91裸聊视频� she said.

Majewski originally wanted to be a kindergarten teacher, but turned to early childhood education because she liked to look after younger children.

91裸聊视频淚91裸聊视频檝e always enjoyed working with kids and in high school, I took courses that allowed me to interact with children.91裸聊视频�

Students and parents learn valuable lessons at the Rutland Parent Participation Preschool, located at Quigley Elementary.

The last of its kind in Kelowna, the preschool allows parents to get a hands-on experience by volunteering their time with the students.

A typical day in the preschool starts with singing songs and allowing the children to 91裸聊视频済et their wiggles out,91裸聊视频� said Majewski, before moving into playtime which focuses on developmental components and preparation for kindergarten. Snack time and playing outside are also included in the mix.

Parents get involved a few times a month, getting a chance to supervise and interact with the kids through group activities.

Majewski said young parents have learned new techniques from other parents.

91裸聊视频淚t91裸聊视频檚 a real social situation. It91裸聊视频檚 great for parents who are new to Kelowna because it91裸聊视频檚 a great way to meet other parents that typically live in the are,91裸聊视频� said Majewski. But, parents have also come from all over the Central Okanagan.

Jocelyn Anderson had two children who have been through the preschool and one child who is currently involved.

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Class size is about 17 students with three parents in addition to a teacher.

91裸聊视频淚 was just drawn with parents being involved. Studies have shown with people involved with their children91裸聊视频檚 education, children do better in school,91裸聊视频� said Majewski.

91裸聊视频淵ou get to see who your children91裸聊视频檚 friends are in a (different) environment. You get to see (your kids) grow.91裸聊视频�

Another parent agreed.

Kids are different from when they91裸聊视频檙e at home than with their peers91裸聊视频� you get to see some of that stuff,91裸聊视频� said parent Sonya Jezik.

For more information on the preschool call 250-491-9699 or visit the preschool91裸聊视频檚 .

The preschool is for three and four-year-olds.

carli.berry@kelownacapnews.com
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