For the first time since the program’s inception, Universal Pre-K will be housed at Manor Oaks School in the New Hyde Park-Garden City Park School District this school year.
The SCOPE-run program kicked off on Sept. 5, bringing fun and educational activities to the district’s pre-K students.
According to Superintendent Jennifer Morrison, the change in location was important to the district because it provides the youngsters an opportunity to get acclimated to the school building and familiar with daily routines. In addition, it allows kindergarten and pre-K teachers a chance to work together to improve educational outcomes.
The students in both the morning and afternoon classes on the first day listened to books read aloud by their teachers. They also played with toys, sang songs, enjoyed a snack and played outside on the playground.
