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    • About Us
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      • Contact Us
    • Get Involved
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      • Academic Success & Consistent Test Scores
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      • Saint Anne Elementary School
      • St. Mary's Elementary School
      • St. Mary's Academy
      • St. Mary's Central High School
      • Light of Christ Kids Club
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      • Fall Raffle (Pre-K to Grade 8)
      • DeKok Memorial Events
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    PreK-3

    • Children must be 3-years-old prior to August 1
    • Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8:15am – 11:15am

    PreK-4/5

    • Children must be 4-years-old prior to August 1
    • HALF DAY OPTION: Monday through Friday from 8:15am – 11:15am
    • FULL DAY OPTION: Monday through Friday from 8:15am – 3:00pm
    • The full day and half day students are in the same classroom. Students have the option to move to full day as the year progresses.
    • Students can be dropped off at 7:30am, with adult supervision at each school. Kid’s Club is available until 5:30pm for full day PreK-4 students, for an additional cost.

    PRESCHOOL READINESS - PreK-3

    • Take turns while interacting with others
    • Independent in preparing to go outdoors: dressing, undressing and putting their materials away
    • Potty-trained and completely independent in the restroom. Pull-ups will not be allowed as an alternative. The teacher or classroom aide may not assist with bathroom needs.
    • Able to turn pages in a book, play imaginatively, write with a pencil or crayon
    • Respectfully listen to adults and follow directions


    PRESCHOOL READINESS - PreK-4/5

    • Children interact with others
    • Potty-trained and completely independent in the restroom. Pull-ups will not be allowed as an alternative. The teacher or classroom aide may not assist with bathroom needs
    • Independent in preparing to go outdoors: dressing, undressing and putting their materials away
    • Name some colors and numbers
    • Remember parts of a story
    • Respectfully listen to adults and follow directions

    AREAS OF FOCUS

    • Students participate in play-based activities, both organized and self-directed. 
    • Throughout the week, they have opportunities for direct instruction and practice designed to address all developmental areas.
    • Examples of direct instruction and hands-on experiences include: name writing, learning letters and sounds, counting and growing their faith through interactive lessons, focus on the saints and prayer.
    • Students enjoy thematic units that expand knowledge and skills, making learning more meaningful by connecting all content areas.
    • All classes attend physical education, music, art and library weekly.
    • Students grow in a positive school environment that is safe, caring and academically enriching.

    PROBATIONARY PERIOD  

    There is a 90-day probationary period for all new students, during which Light of Christ will assess  the student’s ability to perform adequately in this environment. If you have further questions regarding your child’s readiness, please visit with a teacher or administrator.
 Light of Christ Catholic Schools
1025 North 2nd Street, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Business Office : 701-751-4883 | Enrollment Office : 701-354-7067
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