On this page, you can find the answers to your questions about the Kindergarten program at DCS. From the curriculum offered, to a typical day's schedule, as well as our kindergarten readiness screening, and registration information--you'll find the information you need right here!

Curriculum

DuBois Christian Schools is currently using the A Beka and Bob Jones curriculum. The program provides instruction for:

	Phonics, progressing from letter recognition, sounds, and special sounds to blends and word reading, sentence reading and, finally, reading beginner books.
	Number recognition 1-100 and number value; counting by ones, fives and tens to 100; simple addition and subtraction; telling time - “o’clock”; as well as other skills.
	Science & Social Studies units are interwoven throughout the year.
	Art activities are designed to encourage creativity and increase fine motor control.
	Physical Education & Music classes, including a beginner bell choir, are offered weekly.
	Kindergarten parents are encouraged to take part in class parties, field trips, special projects and units.

A Typical Day at DCS Kindergarten
Monday - Friday

	Short free time as children arrive by 8:15 a.m.
	An opening, including pledges, calendar and prayer.
	Bible lessons, also involving Scripture and catechism memorization.
	Snack, provided by parents.
	Morning instructional time, including games, movement, music, and morning seat work. Reading circle is added in the second half of the year.
	Lunch in the cafeteria with other elementary children.
	Afternoon recess on the play ground, in the gym, or in the classroom.
	Story/rest time (longer at the beginning of the year and gradually decreasing toward the end of the year).
	Short instructional period (review) or directed free time.
	Dismissal at 3:00 p.m.

Kindergarten Screening

To determine the readiness of a child to enter kindergarten, DCS administers developmental screening each spring. The screening generally takes 30 to 40 minutes and involves observation by the teacher of the following areas:

	Attention span
	Visual, fine & gross motor skills
	Spatial awareness
	Language
	Reasoning
	Concepts

Registration

You can schedule your child’s kindergarten readiness screening by contacting the school office at 814-371-7395. Please keep in mind that, in order to register for DCS kindergarten:

	Children must be five years of age before September 1st.
	Children must have the minimum doses of immunizations required by state law before the beginning of the school year.
	DCS requires and administers developmental screening for all potential kindergarten students. To schedule screening, contact the school office.
	Obtain enrollment application, parental forms and student health forms by contacting the school office.

A family interview is required before the start of the school year and can be arranged by contacting the school office.

When you bring your child to your registration appointment, please bring with you:

	Child’s Birth Certificate
	Child’s Immunization Records & Health History
	Child’s Social Security Card
	Completed Registration Form

If you have any questions about preparing your child for DCS Kindergarten program, please contact us at 814-371-7395.