Developmental Preschool

Developmental Preschool
 
The DVUSD Special Needs Preschool Classroom provides free educational services for children who qualify for special education in accordance with federal and state regulations. Children ineligible for special education may attend preschool on a tuition basis as 'preschool peers'. The practice is based on the belief that integrating non-disabled peers into special education classrooms proves beneficial for the children and families involved. 
To enroll as a preschool peer, children must demonstrate appropriate age in motor, communication, self-help, cognitive, social and emotional domains. Children must be 4 years of age by December 31st of the current school year. 

 
Mission Statement 
Deer Valley Unified School District's Early Childhood Classrooms are based on the belief that all children are capable of success. In partnership with families, educators, and the community, we provide quality developmentally appropriate learning opportunities designed to meet each child's individual needs. 
 
Philosophy 
Deer Valley Unified School District's Early Childhood Classrooms provide an environment that respects the unique developmental needs of each child. Deer Valley provides a play-based environment which promotes language, intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and creative development of each child. We encourage children to express their individuality by offering developmentally appropriate experience which:

Integrated Therapy Services
Physical, Occupational, Speech, Hearing, and Vision therapies are available as specified on the Individual Education Plan. Collaboration with parents, preschool staff, and therapists is an ongoing process within our inclusive model. Children effectively acquire new skills within a natural setting while engaged in meaningful experiences. Therapies are integrated into the daily preschool routine and are designed to meet the individual needs of children.  

Developmental Preschool Parent Handbook

• Encourage self-esteem and self-reliance.
• Develop an interest and joy in learning.
• Enhance communication skills.
• Support concept development.
• Develop fine and gross motor skills.
• Encourage appropriate interactions with children and adults.
• Teach problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Encourage the child to have concern for others.
• Respect the cultural and individual backgrounds of the home and family.
• Families and staff are partners in observing growth and providing guidance for the success of each child. 

Peer Tuition for Developmental Preschool

Tuition is due on or before the first day of the month. A $15 late fee will be added if payments are received more than five school days past the due date. Each family will receive a tuition schedule with due dates. Tuition will be the same whether or not your child attends class and regardless of the number of school days during the week. There are no refunds or credits for absences, illness or when school is closed (days when school is closed are already factored into the annual fee).

Tuition is $140 per month for three days per week.

Tuition is $175 per month for four days per week.

Head Start programs provide comprehensive early childhood and family development services. Head Start provides a range of individualized services in the areas of education and early childhood development; medical, dental, and mental health; nutrition; parental involvement and family support. Our program has a long tradition of delivering comprehensive and high quality services designed to foster healthy development for income-eligible children and their families. 

Head Start Info