Bates Technical College
The cooperative preschool program is a parent/child participation
program offered through Bates Technical College in Tacoma which is
designed to assist in providing developmentally appropriate learning
experiences for children ages 2 to 5.
Parents enroll in the Bates Technical College parent education program, and enroll their children in the cooperative preschool of their choice. Parents assist in the classroom on a rotational basis as part of the laboratory experience. On a monthly basis, they attend a parent education opportunity presented by the co-op preschool, Bates Technical College, or a community agency, as part of the lecture requirement. Parents also conduct the non-profit business of the preschool.
While parents are enrolled in the Bates Technical College parent education program, they earn college credits in a continuing education program. Home & Family Life Instructors from Bates Technical College provide the cooperative preschools with teacher and leadership training, parent education seminars, technical assistance, information and support. Parents enrolled in affiliated cooperative preschools have access to many parenting resources on the College campus.
The Cooperative Preschool Program philosophy is that whole child development allows a child to grow physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually. The program is designed to:
For more information:
Bates Technical College
South Campus
2201 South 78th St.
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 680-7400
www.bates.ctc.edu
Parents enroll in the Bates Technical College parent education program, and enroll their children in the cooperative preschool of their choice. Parents assist in the classroom on a rotational basis as part of the laboratory experience. On a monthly basis, they attend a parent education opportunity presented by the co-op preschool, Bates Technical College, or a community agency, as part of the lecture requirement. Parents also conduct the non-profit business of the preschool.
While parents are enrolled in the Bates Technical College parent education program, they earn college credits in a continuing education program. Home & Family Life Instructors from Bates Technical College provide the cooperative preschools with teacher and leadership training, parent education seminars, technical assistance, information and support. Parents enrolled in affiliated cooperative preschools have access to many parenting resources on the College campus.
The Cooperative Preschool Program philosophy is that whole child development allows a child to grow physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually. The program is designed to:
- Teach new concepts in science, math, language, music and art
- Provide opportunities for language development
- Support a child's self-esteem
- Develop social skills
- Provide new experiences and an awareness of their community
- Provide children with individualized attention and support as they acquire and strengthen new skills
For more information:
Bates Technical College
South Campus
2201 South 78th St.
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 680-7400
www.bates.ctc.edu
