Our Educational Model
Jan 16, 2024 2024-01-16 23:35Our Educational Model
Our Approach
Shanél Valley Academy State Preschool Program
Providing High Quality,
Early Learning Opportunities
Shanél Valley Academy operates a state preschool onsite in collaboration with the Mendocino County State Preschool Consortium. The program serves eligible 3 and 4 year olds five days a week.
To ensure a high quality program, we offer a well-planned, developmentally appropriate curriculum. One of the most important aspects of a positive early education experience is the recognition of each child in the program as a unique individual.
A place for young children to…
Explore
A Journey of Exploration
Wonder
A Sense of Wonder
Create
Empower Creativity
Nurturing young minds through innovative play-based learning.
At our preschool, we envision a vibrant and nurturing environment where every child’s innate curiosity is celebrated. Through a play-based program, we strive to foster creativity, social development, and a love for learning. Our commitment is to lay the foundation for lifelong success by embracing the joy of discovery, cultivating critical thinking, and building strong, confident individuals ready to embark on their educational journey.
What Makes Our Program Unique
Our Scratch-Cooked Meal Program
Extended Care Program
Our extended care program is a safe, positive environment that promotes student learning until 5:30pm each day. Our seamless learning experience from school to extended care program focuses on equitable, whole child learning opportunities. Students have daily access to art, music, outdoor play and literacy that supports school wide learning and culture goals.