An adult is never left alone with more than ten (10) preschool children. NA KAR ECERS-3 The local school district has a written policy for assistance from another adult if one (1) adult is responsible for a group of children. NA KAR ECERS-3 Possible Examples of Exemplary Practice to Highlight on the P2R Document: Each preschool classroom has 2 paraprofessionals assigned. This helps at all times with staff child ratio. Diverse student needs are a consideration when planning staff allocations. 10. Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) - 704 KAR 3:410 Section 6 The preschool program includes developmentally appropriate experiences in cognitive, communication, social, physical, emotional development and creative expression. Items 16-27 KAR The preschool program assists children with their intrapersonal and interpersonal skills and in maximizing self-management and independence. 32. Discipline 5.1 Children appear to be aware of classroom rules, and generally follow them with a reasonable amount of teacher control. 5.2 Staff explain reasons for why they cannot permit specific behaviors. 7.3 Staff actively involve children in solving their conflicts and problems without telling them what to do. 17. Fine motor: 7.2 Containers and/or accessible storage shelves have labels to encourage self-help. 20. Blocks: 5.2 Almost all blocks and accessories are stored on open, labeled shelves. KAR ECERS-3 The program includes appropriate learning activities and teaching techniques in accordance with each child's level of comprehension and maturation. Item 29 and 17 KAR The program provides a supportive social and emotional climate. 30. Staff-child interaction: 7.1 Staff are respectful to children and guide them positively. 7.2 Staff are supportive and comforting when children are anxious, KAR ECERS-3
Child and staff initiated; and 29. Individualized teaching and learning 5.3 Most staff directed activities allow children to be successful. Item 34 KAR ECERS-3 Structured and spontaneous. 29. Individualized teaching and learning 5.3 Most staff directed activities allow children to be successful. Item 34 KAR ECERS-3 Provides supervised time for children to use and small muscles to increase their physical skills. 28. Supervision of gross motor: 7.1 Staff initiate vigorous gross motor activity for part of the gross motor time. 7.2 Staff help children develop new skills, including how to use equipment that requires more advanced skill. KAR ECERS-3 participation Provides appropriate guidance while children use equipment and materials that promote children’s physical growth. 28. Supervision of gross motor: 5.1 Careful supervision occurs in order to ensure children’s safety. KAR ECERS-3 Possible Examples of Exemplary Practice to Highlight on the P2R Document: The district has an indoor play area that is used by the preschool students during gross motor if weather does not permit going outside. It has developmentally appropriate equipment and wheeled toys for the students to use. It is 51’ 4” X 36’ 8” allowing approximately 94 square feet of space for each child. The teachers provide a planned activity during gross motor for children who choose to participate. Outdoor space is used as an extension of the indoor classroom and is organized to allow for additional practice of a variety of skills (literacy, math, fine motor, art), not just those typically found outdoors. 12. Equipment and Materials - 704 KAR 3:410 Section 6 The equipment and materials are: Consistent with specific educational objectives of the local program; NA KAR Consistent with the cultural and ethnic background of the children; 26. Promoting acceptance of diversity: 5.3 Classroom materials include at least 4 of the 5 types of diversity. 7.1 Inclusion of diversity is observed as part of learning activities, in addition to diversity in materials. KAR ECERS-3