Esther B. Feldman Preschool/Kindergarten

Entrust your child to the very best!

Begun in 1956, Congregation Anshei Israel’s Preschool/Kindergarten and its teachers are the recipients of numerous education awards. The school has twice received the "Solomon Schechter Award for Excellence" from the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and two teachers have been selected as "Educator of the Year" from the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona.

As of 2011, Lynne Falkow-Strauss, our Preschool/Kindergarten Director, has been with the school for 40 years and, with an extremely low turn-over rate, some of our teachers have been with us for more than 20 years!

We’re very proud of the relationships built due to the low student-to-teacher ratio. Our programs are designed to enhance the physical, social, emotional and religious growth of children ages six months through six years. In addition to a rich and meaningful age-appropriate Judaic and secular education, we offer programs in music, art, physical education, science enrichment, Spanish, beginning computers, and library.

Stressing parent involvement, the school has a thriving Parent Action Committee and offers parenting classes taught by Rabbi Robert Eisen and Rabbi Ben Herman.

Our programs include:

Parent-Tot Class

Open to the public, this FREE class for children 6- to 24-months in age and their parent(s) is fun and informative, with age-appropriate activities and playground time for children; and social time for parent(s). Snack provided. Classes are held Thursdays, 9:00 to 11:00 am. For more information, contact Lynne Falkow-Strauss.

18-Month-Olds

A class to assist the toddler in understanding his or her expanding world and to begin to lay a sound foundation for a positive emotional Jewish identity. The child is provided a rich environment in which he or she can explore freely.

2- & 2-1/2-Year-Olds

Due to the development that takes place between the ages of two and two-and-a-half, we offer programs for each age. Centered on a child attaining a positive self-image while he or she learns a new sense of independence, the program allows the child to discover the joys of cooperative play and the satisfaction of completing tasks.

3-Year-Olds

Ready for new challenges, the child is provided classroom activities that strengthen and sharpen both motor and social skills. Hands-on introductions to art, music, science, math, and geography encourage curiosity and are designed to stimulate growth.

4-Year-Olds

Cognitive skills are further developed through individual and group experiences that encourage a child’s natural curiosity. Stimulating activities nurture later proficiency. The child learns to explore his or her environment and to recognize the larger world around them. A growing knowledge of the beautiful traditions of Judaism further enhances the child’s love of learning.

Kindergartners

A comprehensive, full-day program and an introduction to the exciting world of elementary school in which the child’s curiosity about the world grows. Basic concepts in reading, writing, math, science, and art help the child build confidence in his or her ability to learn and develop self-esteem through greater independence. Visits by specialists and field trips are included. Jewish traditions and history are introduced through music, art and a beginning Hebrew vocabulary program.

Kindergarten students can apply for a JETCO scholarship. You can support Anshei Israel’s kindergarten program without it costing you anything through the tax credit!

Register for Preschool or Kindergarten 2011-12!

2011 June	6-July 29	Summer Camp
August	22	Preschool/Kindergarten classes resume
	23	Parent/Tot Classes resume
September	11	Welcome Back Party at the Children’s Museum (For families with children currently enrolled in school.)
	21	Open House at the school for families with children currently enrolled in school. Parents: Meet your child(ren)’s teachers and tour the classrooms!
November	14-22	Scholastic Book Fair Open to all; this is your ticket to read! Proceeds benefit CAI’s Esther B. Feldman Preschool/Kindergarten.
		“Dad & Me” Breakfast
	21	Thanksgiving Feast
December	8	Kindergarten 2012 Open House
2012 February	3	Schoolwide Shabbat Dinner
	10	“Mom & Me” Breakfast
March	8	Purim Celebration
May	24	PK Closing Ceremony

Proudly teaching children from generation to generation.

For more information about CAI’s award-winning Preschool/Kindergarten, space availability,
or to schedule a personalized visit, please contact Lynne Falkow-Strauss.