Our Mission“Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool

is committed to providing the childrenof Holy Cross and the community

with an educational,Christian-based preschool program.”

Enrollment Information2 Year Old Program

Fri 9:00am - 11:30am $40/mo.This class is designed for children who will be 2 years old by

September 1st.

3-4 Year Old ProgramM/W 9:00am-11:30am $90/mo.

This class is designed for children who will be

3 years old by September 1st..

3-4 Year Old ProgramT/TH 9:00am-11:30am $90/mo.

This session is designed for children who will be

3 years old by September 1.

4-5 Year Old ProgramT/TH 9:00am-11:30am $90/mo.

This class is designed for children who will be

4 years old by September 1st..

4-5 Year Old ProgramM/W/F 9:00am-11:30am $125/mo.

This session is designed for children who will be

4 years old by September 1..

Pre-K (4 Year Old) ProgramM/T/W/TH 1:00pm-3:30pm $165/mo.

This class is designated for children who will be

4 years old by September 1st.

Pre-K (5 Year Old) ProgramM/W 1:00pm-3:30pm $165/mo.

This class is designated for children who will turn

5 years old by December 31st and chose to wait a year to attend

kindergarten or missed the cut-off date to attend and are ready for

additional challenges in their education. Communicate with the

preschool director before registering to see if this class would be

appropriate for your child.

To enroll your child for preschool you must return the

registration form along with a $50 registration fee.

1300 S. Sertoma AvenueSioux Falls, SD 57106

(605) 362-1947www.holycrosslutheranchurch.org

triciam@holycrosslutheranchurch.org

New Extended Care ProgramToddler Program

M-F 7:00am-5:00pm $130/wk.Children must be at least 1 year old and will remain in this groupuntil eligible for the 3 year old preschool class. Openings available

will vary according to ages of children enrolled..

Preschool ProgramM-F 7:00am-5:00pm $130/wk.Additional part-time extended care will be available on days yourchild attends preschool. Availability will be based on current full-

time students and part-time openings.2 days a week - $54/week3 days a week - $81/week

Children in this extended care class must be eligible for one of the3-5 year old preschool classes and will attend the Preschool class

on the days they have signed up for at registration time.

$130/wk includes both preschool and extended care.No additional monthly payment needed.

Calendar: Extended-Care hours are scheduled to beginAugust 1, 2011. Extended care will run from August-May with

optional summer care available in June and July for familieswho choose that option.

*Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool and Extended-CareProgram will follow the same calendar as the Sioux Falls

School District (with the exception of a few days). To view acalendar contact the preschool or go to

holycrosslutheranchurch.org. Click on Preschool.

To enroll your child for extended care, you must return the registra-tion form along with an additional $50 registration fee.

Registration Dates:Current Students: Have until January 4th, 2011Holy Cross Members: January 6th, 2011@ 8am in the NarthexGeneral Public: January 11, 2011 @ 8am in the Narthex

Daily ActivitiesGreeting Time,

“Work” Time (free play),Small Group, Large Group,

Outdoor/Indoor Large Muscle Play,Snack, Chapel Time, and Music

Interest AreasArt Area,Sensory Table,Table Toys,Writing Area,Computer,Reading Area,Block Area &Dramatic Play

Come Discover, Imagine, Explore!

Our PhilosophyHoly Cross Lutheran Preschool believes each child

is a precious gift from God molded into the uniqueindividual that he/she is. We offer children an equalopportunity to develop life-long skills through theWord of God, developmentally appropriate activitiesand the classroom environment. Children are activelyinvolved in their learning process through structuredplay, interaction with others, various teachingapproaches and the opportunity to make individualchoices. Together with families, we provide a strongfoundation for your preschooler’s future through faithand education.

Welcome to Holy CrossLutheran Church Preschool

Our Staff

Holy Cross Preschool is committed to providing childrenwith an educational, Christian-based program. The staff isdedicated to teaching children school-readiness and lifeskills through the daily schedule and activities they offer.The curriculum is based on educational and developmentaltheories and current research supporting the develop-ment of young children. Holy Cross bases their programon the belief that children learn through play, interactionwith others, modeled teaching approaches, and the oppor-tunity to make individual choices.

Allowing children the opportunity to investigate, experi-ment, and explore concepts while interacting with othersand participating in teacher-directed activities providesthem with a sense of individuality, spirituality, and friend-ship, while building on the development of the whole child.Children are provided a balanced amount of time toengage in structured and unstructured activities.Throughout the daily schedule they are able to participatein child and teacher-directed activities with daily lessonplans and the setup of the classroom environment.

The Word of God is integrated in all content areas(math, science, social studies, early writing, early literacy,and language), and developmental domains (adaptive,social, emotional, physical, and cognitive) to provide all chil-dren an equal opportunity for growth.

Our Curriculum

Tricia MurphyPreschool Director

In 2003, I graduated from South DakotaState University, majoring in Early ChildhoodEducation with the birth to 2nd grade certi-fication along with Early Childhood SpecialEducation and Kindergarten Endorsementsand a wealth of experiences.

I have worked with all ages of children, serving as anEarly Childhood Teacher in the Sioux Falls School District,supervisor, and head teacher roles in large daycare cen-ters, and operating a family daycare in my home.

In the summer of 2004, I became the first PreschoolDirector of Holy Cross Preschool. After serving three yearsas the Preschool Director, I made the decision to stepaway and begin a family of my own. My husband, Lanny,and I now have two beautiful little girls: Jayla & Brylyn.

I once again feel I am being called to continue what Istarted and continue the commitment to provide the chil-dren of Holy Cross and the community with an educational,Christian-based preschool program.

Tiffany DunaganPreschool Teacher

I was born and raised in Aberdeen, SD. Ihave one younger brother (Bryce) wholives in Phoenix, AZ. I attended AberdeenCentral High School and Northern StateUniversity in Aberdeen. I married my hus-

band Jamey in 1997. We have two children Tia andLogan. I enjoy watching our children grow in their extra-curricular activities, volunteering in their classrooms,traveling, teaching dance, listening to music, painting, andcaring for my plants and flowers.

In November 2010 I will have completed course workand will hold my CD (Child Development Associate)Degree in Early Childhood. As a teacher at Holy Cross, Ihope to brighten the day with smiles, laughter, love, andspiritual guidance. I look forward to getting to know eachof the children personally and helping them grow into

God’s work.

Angela KlimesPreschool Assistant Teacher

I grew up on a farm near Little Rock,Iowa. I have two older brothers and twonephews William and Wyatt. I graduatedfrom George-Little Rock High School in

George, Iowa and then went to South Dakota StateUniversity in Brookings. I graduated in 2009 with a teach-ing degree in Physical Education and a health minor. I amalso newly married to Jason as of October!

Chapel Time is a weekly event for our preschoolchildren. The Holy Cross pastors share worshipexperiences based on trust in God and focusing onHis unconditional love.

God is portrayed as caring, accepting andcomforting. Through song, prayer and Bible stories,children experience the grace of God and the loveof Jesus Christ. Parents are always welcome toattend.

Chapel Time

Our Staff (continued)In my free time I like to be outdoors, playing sports,

reading, watching movies and spending time with myfamily. I love working with children and I am looking for-ward to being an assistant teacher at Holy Cross. I can’twait to get to know each child and helping them growindividually.

2011 Registration InfoChildren must have turned 3 by September 1,

2010, and have not yet entered Kindergarten.

Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 12:00pm(NO camp the week of July 4th-8th.)

Camp Cost: $70/WeekRegistration Fee: $15 for one camp or

$30 for 2 or more

* Attend all 7 weeks of camp and receivea $10/week discount!

* Pay for all seven weeks of camp in fullat registration time and

NO registration fee is required.

A morning snack will be provided!Please have your child bring a sack lunch each day!

Classes fill on a first-come-first-serve basis!

Registration beginsCurrent Students: Have until January 4th, 2011Holy Cross Members: Thursday, January 6, 2011

@ 8:00amGeneral Public: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 @ 8:00am

• June 6th – 9th Pets: Do you like pets? Join us for aclose-up, hands-on, nose-to-nose encounter!• June 13th – 16th Theatre: Lights! Camera! Action!• June 20th – 23rd History: Discover the best of ourbeautiful city!• June 27th – 30th Water Life: “...and I will make youfishers of men." Matthew 4:19• July 4th – 7th NO CAMP• July 11th – 14th Dairy Discovery: Got Milk?• July 18th – 21st Airplanes & Travel: Let’s getfamiliar with “our wings!”• July 25th – 28th Carnival Fun: Games, prizes,and yummy food!

To learn more about each camp look for a summercamp registration form online or on the kiosk.