"...increasing limited resources, bridging gaps in services, expanding early education opportunities..."

HISTORY AND VISION

Through the vision of Anella Coleman, school principal, The Preschool Collaborative was established in collaboration with the Houston Independent School District and YSAFE February 19, 2000, in order to maximize resources, bridge gaps in services, and expand early education opportunities. The Preschool Collaborative is a model focused on building and coordinating a seamless, comprehensive system in order to improve accessibility, affordability, and early education opportunities. The Preschool Collaborative expands educational services to students in the south, southeast, southwest, northeast, downtown and medical center areas.

MISSION

The mission of the Preschool Collaborative is to equip all children with skills necessary for success in school.

PRE-SCHOOL SATELLITE CURRICULUM

As with our downtown site, Preschool Collaborative uses a non-traditional approach to education. Integrated curriculum, including CLEAR, is utilized to develop skills in language arts, math, science, technology, social studies, personal health and safety, physical education.

RESOURCES PROVIDED

Ø resource center to provide model of replication

Ø operating guidelines and on-going consultation and evaluation of coordinated services

Ø on-going program, staff and family development through training opportunities

Ø access to the HISD Media Center

Ø developmental workstations

Ø development of a site improvement plan to move the center toward achieving high quality early care and education.

Ø links to community resources

Ø degreed experienced professional staff to implement FREE half day instructional program

Ø teacher's assistant, salary supplement and student stipend

MINIMUM PRESCHOOL SITE REQUIREMENTS

Ø plan 2 or higher with TDPRS, Texas Rising Star Provider preferred

Ø make education a priority for the center by committing to achieve the goals and objectives of the YSAFE school improvement plan

1. increase student achievement

2. increase management efficiency

3. improve public support and confidence in schools

4. create a positive district culture

5. increase violence prevention and intervention

If you are interested in becoming a preschool site, contact us at (713)654-1404