Ravenna Public Schools offers three preschool programs:
1. Tuition-Based Preschool for 3 and 4 Year Olds
2. Great Start Readiness 4 Year Old Preschool
3. HeadStart for 3 and 4 Year Olds
1. Tuition-Based Preschool for 3 and 4 Year Olds
Angie VanEns, Preschool Teacher
Call 231-853-2258 ext 1308
Email: avanens@ravennaschools.org
Wendi DeJonge, Principal of Beechnau Elementary
231-853-2258 ext 1327
Email: wdejonge@ravennaschools.org
TUITION PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
Beechnau Tuition Preschool is a non-profit, tuition-based preschool program. We are licensed by the State of Michigan, Department of Human Services.
Our programs are child-centered and use the Creative Curriculum and Zoophonics. Students flourish in supportive, engaging environments with teachers who communicate regularly with families, encourage enthusiasm for learning, pride of accomplishment, and the joy of discovery.
In an effort to meet the needs of our community, we provide Preschool programs for students that will be three and four years of age by September 1. Our staff consists of well-qualified and caring professionals dedicated to meeting the developmental needs of the preschool child. The classroom is directed by a teacher and a teacher associate. Both continue to take at least 16 hours of training and professional development every year. Our staff is selected on their knowledge of early childhood development as well as their enthusiasm and ability to relate to young children.
PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to create a positive environment by assisting in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of each of the children we service. We aim to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where all children can express their own creativity. Our hope is to instill a life-long love for learning in each of our students.
2. Great Start Readiness 4 Year Old Preschool
FREE GREAT START READINESS Preschool
Email: ginger.thompson@orchardview.org
Call 231-760-1810
• This is a free preschool program to 4 year old children who qualify
• All-day (7 hour) classroom sessions available Monday thru Thursday
• Families qualify by income
• Parent transportation is required
• Meals provided
*All children must be 4 years old on or before September 1st of the current year.
The following documents are required:
Birth Certificate: You must provide your child’s certified birth certificate. Certificates may be obtained from the county building (county in which your child was born).
Health Forms: A green health form will be provided at the application appointment and is available at your doctor’s office. A physical examination is required. Immunizations are available for a fee at the Muskegon County Health Department.
Immunizations Record: Official MCIR (Michigan Care Improvement Registry) from physician office.
Proof of Income: Proof of the last 12 months of income or last year’s income tax return or W-2 form.
Proof of Residency: Copy of most recent utility bill including name and address.
For more information or to ENROLL:
Call 231-760-1810 or email ginger.thompson@orchardview.org
3. Head Start Preschool
FREE HEAD START Preschool
Call-231-760-1776 Email- Rebecca.DeCheney@orchardview.org
This is a free preschool program for 3 or 4 year old children who qualify
• All day (7.5 hour) classroom sessions available Monday thru Thursday
• Families qualify by income, special needs and family life experience factors
• Meals provided, Parent transportation is required
*All children must be 3 or 4 years old on or before December 1st of the current year.
The following documents are required:
Birth Certificate: You must provide your child’s certified birth certificate. Certificates may be obtained from the county building (county in which your child was born).
Health Forms: A green health form will be provided at the application appointment and is available at your doctor’s office. A physical examination is required. Immunizations are available for a fee at the Muskegon County Health Department.
Immunizations Record: Official MCIR (Michigan Care Improvement Registry) from physician office.
Hearing and Vision: Tests are available at the Muskegon County Health Department. Call 724-6311 for an appointment.
Proof of Income: Proof of the last 12 months of income or last year’s income tax return or W-2 form.
Proof of Residency: Copy of most recent utility bill including name and address.
Health Insurance Card: Medicaid, BCBS, etc.
Dental Examination
For more information or to ENROLL: Call 231-760-1776 or email Rebecca.DeCheney@orchardview.org