Our Philosophy...
We believe that early childhood education provides the foundation for children to grow cognitively, physically, socially, and to develop positive self-esteem through a wide variety of experiences.
We provide...
Positive Behavior Support for Young Children
Positive Behavior Support is a national initiative that is supported by the State of Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education/Early Intervention Services. PBS consists of multiple ideas that work together to promote positive behavior of all children in Early Childhood programs.
PBS includes
- Arranging physical environment
- Teaching predictable routines
- Providing clear classroom expectations
- Using developmentally appropriate instruction
- Giving children feedback on their behavior
- Teaching social skills
- Providing a plan to help individual children succeed
PBS is a program-wide approach that addresses the entire learning environment. Through this approach, we have defined rules and expectations. Our universal building rules are:
- Be Safe
- Be a Friend
- Be Respectful
Parents can help their child by teaching and using our program rules at home.
BEST
Michigan School Readiness program for children who are 4 years old on or before Dec. 1 st and meet guidelines established by the Mich. Dept. of Education.
Contact: Colleen Pudduck at 248-328-3025 or Audrey Winglemire at 248-328-3027.
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Child-Care
Holly Schools Infant/Toddler Nursery
A full day care for children ages 2 weeks to 3 years. We provide a loving environment for children to play and learn while parents are at work or school. There are two nursery locations.
Holly High School
Hours: 5:45 a.m. until 6:15 p.m.
Upon request at the HHS nursery.
Contact: Terri Hawke at 248-328-3223
Davisburg Elementary School
Hours: 5:45 a.m. until 6:15 p.m .
Upon request at the Davisburg Elementary Nursery.
Contact: Debbie Reed at 248-328-3525
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Early Intervention Program
Early Intervention Services are coordinated for infants and toddlers (birth-3) with disabilities and/or developmental delays. A classroom teacher, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, and physical therapist evaluate children and determine their eligibility. Appropriate goals are determined and services are provided according to the needs of each particular child. In some cases, a child may be medically fragile and require services at home.
Contact: Holly Special Services at 248-328-3170.
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Head Start
A federally funded program for three to four year old children. Eligibility is determined through federal income guidelines. Children with disabilities do not have to meet these guidelines. Program runs 128 days a year and has two sessions each day.
Each session runs Monday through Thursday.
Morning hours are 7:30 to 11:00.
Afternoon hours are 12:00 to 3:30.
Contact: Audrey Winglemire at 248-328-3027.
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KIDS Pre-Kindergarten
Pre-K is a tuition-based program designed for children who will be 4 years old on or before December 1. Our focus is on developing letter and number concepts, early literacy, math and science as well as social readiness skills needed for kindergarten.
Pre-K is a half-day, 5 day a week program.
Located at the Karl Richter Campus
Contact: Sandra Walters at 248-328-3022 or Carla Rigsby at 248-328-3615
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KIDS Latchkey Programs
Latchkey childcare is available from 5:45A.M. until school begins and from school dismissal until 6:15 P.M. at each of the elementary buildings. These programs offer time for children to do homework as well as time to enjoy being with friends for fun indoor and outdoor activities.
Davisburg Elementary
Contact: Joann Cook at 248-328-3515
Holly Elementary
Contact: Carla Rigsby at 248-328-3615
Patterson Elementary
Contact: Jeanette Giroux at 248-328-3715
Rose Pioneer Elementary
Contact: Stephanie Maas at 248-328-3815
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LEAP (Learn, Explore, and Play)
LEAP is a Special Education program designed for 3-6 year old children with developmental delays. The children have opportunities to enhance their fine and gross motor skills, speech and language, social, self-care, and pre-academic skills in a play-based environment. Occupational, physical, speech and language therapies are available for those who qualify. Transportation is provided for the 2 ½ hour morning or afternoon sessions. There is no fee for the program.
Contact: Suzanne Fike at 248-328-3170.
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KIDS Pre-school Programs
Pre-school is a tuition based program designed to develop social readiness skills through play-based activities. Our focus is on developing fine and gross motor skills, introductions to science, math, literacy, as well as developing a positive self-image and sensitivity to others.
Preschool Sessions for 3 year olds are held Tuesday and Thursday
Preschool Sessions for 4 year olds are held Monday, Wednesday and Friday
At the following Holly Area Schools Buildings
Davisburg Elementary Pre-school hours are 9:00A.M. – 11:30A.M.
Contact: Debbie Reed at 248-328-3516
Karl Richter Campus Pre-school hours are 9:15A.M. – 11:15A.M.
Contact: Shelly Edsall at 248-328-3023
Rose Pioneer Elementary Pre-school hours are 9:00A.M. – 11:30A.M.
Contact: Stephanie Maas at 248-328-3815
Additional daycare hours are available at the Davisburg and Karl Richter Campus locations only. Daycare hours available are 5:45A.M. – 6:15P.M.
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SUCCESS Pre-School Program
The SUCCESS Preschool Program provides a range of services for children with severe multiple impairments. Children range in ages 3 to 9 years. The classroom provides structured instructional activities throughout the school day. A speech pathologist, physical therapist, and occupational therapist provide services to children on a weekly basis. In addition, the children enjoy various community experiences throughout the school year. The program runs 230 days a year.
Classroom hours from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
Children qualify through a multidisciplinary evaluation.
For concerns about your child contact: Holly Special Services at 248-328-3170.
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Summer KIDS Program
The summer KIDS program offers full day care through the summer months for children 2 weeks to age 12. Infants through age 3 are located at the Holly High school nursery while ages 4-12 are located at Holly Elementary. Field trips are offered on a weekly basis as well as daily outings to ensure the children are having fun. SUMMER IS ALL ABOUT FUN!
Contact: Carla Rigsby @ 248-328-3615
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KIDS Nursery Care
Holly Area Schools offers two locations for childcare for infants and toddlers age 2 weeks through age 3. We provide a loving environment for children to play and learn while parents are at work or school. Infants and toddlers share in circle time for socialization and fun activities.
Davisburg Elemementary
Contact: Debbie Reed at 248-328-3515
Holly High School
Contact: Terri Hawke at 248-328-3223
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