The Matteson School District 162 / Richton Square philosophy, which is the foundation for the operation and implementation of our preschool programming, is as follows:
We will support all children and their families in their efforts toward independent functioning, positive achievements and personal accomplishments.
We will provide services without discrimination.
Teachers and parents/guardians will work together to enhance the children’s educational progress and development.
The curriculum will be developmentally appropriate.
Highly qualified teachers and staff will maintain quality programming through continued staff development.
We will provide services to children and their families that are responsive to individual culture, values, belief systems and the future implications of individual needs.
Partnership of home, school, and community inspiring a desire for learning
Richton Square strives to remain aware of intellectual, emotional, and social needs. Aware children learn by doing, we provide a developmentally appropriate program. Focus on early childhood growth, including social-emotional, language, cognitive & physical development.
Foster a love of learning
Encourage language development and social interaction
Provide challenging learning experiences
Boost responsibility for own choices
Strengthen communication between home and school
Matteson Elementary School District 162 is committed to serving preschool children and their families. It is the District’s belief that preparation for academic success must begin during the child’s early learning years.
Matteson School District 162 offers three preschool programs: Preschool for All (PFA), Preschool for All Expansion Grant (PFAE), and Early Childhood (EC).
Richton Square School S.D. #162 is conducting Preschool Screenings for children ages 3-5. A screening is a brief assessment of how your child is learning and growing.