Our Classrooms
Children are grouped based on their age to participate in activities and learning materials suitable for their developmental stage. Each classroom is equipped with designated areas for various activities such as dramatic play, science, math, building, art, music and movement, manipulatives, reading, and dining. The lesson plans in all the center classrooms are developed and executed using the Creative Curriculum and adhering to the PA Learning Standards. MCC employs Teaching Strategies Gold, Ages and Stages, and Ages and Stages Social Emotional for assessing child development.
Infant/Toddler Care
Infants | Deer
Our infant room cares for babies ages 6 weeks to 12 months. This nurturing classroom encourages our babies to develop, grow, and explore.Â
Teacher(s):
Ra’Chelle Hays
Emma Sirak
Young Toddlers | Ducks
The Young Toddler room cares for children 12 months to 24 months. This classroom is an active learning environment where our 1 year olds love to learn sign language, work on self help skills, learn through play and develop verbal communication skills!
Teacher(s):
Lauryn Millard
Kassidy Vale
Older Toddlers | Bears
The Older Toddler classroom is a constant exploration of art, play, verbal language, social skills and more advanced self help skills, such as potty training.
Teacher(s):
Hayley Makepeace
Brittany Grejak
Preschool/Pre-K + Care
In preschool the children participate in activities that promote independence, self-regulation, and self-help skills. Preschoolers’ verbal, written, and motor skills are encouraged through interaction with other children and guidance from the teachers. The Preschool day features both structured and non-structured activities. Structured time includes circle time and small group projects. The preschoolers’ activities and lessons are guided by Keystone STARS play based guidelines, PA Learning Standards, and Creative Curriculum.
Preschool | Squirrels
Teacher(s):Â
Whitney Howard
Jen Klinger
Pre-K Counts A | Owls
Teacher(s):Â
MaryCatherine Young
Monica Temple
Camrin Surrena
Pre-K Counts B | Foxes
Teacher(s):Â
Kim Caldwell
Lynnda Brown
Hannah Price
Additional Programs
Summer Preschool Program - Raccoons
This is a preschool summer program that highlights warm weather activities for children that need care for the summer before they head off to Kindergarten or return to Pre-K Counts in the fall.Â
Teachers for this summer:Â
Camrin Surrena
Hannah Price
Monica Temple
McKenna Longoria
School Age | Wolves
Students in the school aged program have space to unwind after a busy day at school and to continue learning through activities and play. Transportation to MCC is provided by the center at no additional cost. MCC picks up students From First District, Neason Hill, Second District, and the Learning Center. During the summer, students participate in themed activities and clubs. The activities are centered around students’ interests, outdoor play, and FUN!
Teacher:Â Caitlyn Graczewski
Summer Teachers:Â Joshua Berryman, McKenna Longoria, Riley Hayek
Outdoor & Indoor Gross Motor Time
One of the strengths of the Center is being a part of the Allegheny campus which provides lots of paths and green space for our children to play. The center is located at the north end of campus in the south end of the old Odd Fellows building.
Playyard
The play yard is located directly outside of the center and provides a safe and fun environment for the children to play, run, and engage their imagination while strengthening their muscles.
Covered Play Porch
The younger toddlers have room to play and move on the covered play-porch located off the main hallway of the center.
Allegheny Playground
In the summer, the preschool children are able to take advantage of the playground located on campus.
Allegheny Campus and Surrounding Areas
The preschoolers and school age students are able to walk around and explore areas around the campus. There is also a park located across the street that the children can walk to with their teachers.
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