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Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center

Name: Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, Early Childhood Center
Address: 350 S. Dahlia St. Denver , Co 80246
County: Denver
District: Denver
Phone Number: 303-316-6377
Fax Number: 303-320-0042
Web site: www.jccdenver.org
Email: cblanke@jccdenver.org
Head of School: Kathy Hankin
School Type: Preschool
Founded: 1935
Ages/Grades: Infant – pre-K
School Size: 240
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:3 (Infant and Toddler) 1:4 (2s) 1:8 (3s and 4s)
Tuition: Dependent upon program/schedule
Financial Aid: Yes
Curriculum: Emergent
Camp Programs: Yes
After-School Programs: Yes
Notes: Call 303-316-6377 to schedule a tour
Mission Statement

Our Philosophy and Goals
Our program is designed to help develop the whole child: socially, intellectually, emotionally and physically. We encourage the development of children's inner resources: curiosity, creativity, imagination, independence, a love of learning and self-esteem. Learning to play cooperatively and building positive relationships with friends are fundamental components of our program.

We are a Welcoming and Inclusive Community
Our community is built on fundamental principles of trust and respect. Through the collaborative efforts of teachers, children, parents and staff, each individual is valued for his or her unique contribution to the community. We provide opportunities for everyone to learn, grow and develop a culture of mutual appreciation and respect. We Believe in the Power of the Learning.
Mission Statement (Contd.)

Environment
The physical environment is viewed as an integral partner in the learning experience. We provide classroom environments that are authentic and natural in appearance and engaging and stimulating in feel. The classrooms are designed to serve as an extension of the home environment to support the child's feeling of safety and security.

We Inspire Jewish Journeys
Every day experiences are infused by Jewish tradition. We encourage an exploration of the cultural, spiritual and ethical aspects of Judaism through holiday celebrations, teaching and performing Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness) and demonstrating respect for the world around us.
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We Apply Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Through an understanding of child development, we provide a learning experience that recognizes and appreciates each child's place in the developmental continuum. Teachers receive ongoing training in the field of early childhood education and support one another in applying best practices in the field.

Since 1935, the JCC Early Childhood Center has provided a nurturing, stimulating and enriching environment for children to grow and learn. Jewish values are central to our mission and are infused into all aspects of our curriculum, philosophy and goals for families and children. We believe that children are competent, curious, capable and deserving of individualized attention. Our curriculum is play-based, child-directed and emerges through the interests of each child.
Mission Statement (Contd.)

The JCC Early Childhood Center offers the highest quality of care for children 12 weeks to 5 years. We are open from 7am to 6pm and offer flexible schedules for both working and non-working parents. All children enjoy weekly gym and music classes and children ages three and older receive swim lessons once a week. We host bi-weekly concerts on Friday mornings and a weekly all-school Shabbat celebration. We also have a strong and inclusive special needs program.