Welcome to Bright Beginnings Preschool
Hello, my name is Michelle Neuberg. I graduated from Elmhurst College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been a part of Pleasantdale Elementary School since 2000. I have been teaching in the Bright Beginnings Program for 4 years.
Hi! My name is Jeanine O’Connor. I graduated from St. Xavier University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. I went on to receive a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy from National Louis University. I have had the pleasure of teaching in the Bright Beginnings Program for 9 years.
Hi! My name is Maribeth Kavanaugh. This is my 6th year of teaching preschool at Pleasantdale. I graduated from Illinois State with a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development/Family Relations and later went back to school to receive my teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Olivet Nazarene University.
We look forward to starting your children on a journey of life-long learning!
The 2010-2011 registration page is here.
Bright Beginnings Philosophy
Some of Our Preschool Themes
| All About Me |
| Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood? |
| Colors and Shapes All Around Us |
| Deep in the Forest |
| Halloween Celebrations |
| Tried and True (Fairytales & Nursery Rhymes) |
| A Visit to Plymouth Rock |
| A Healthy and Polite You |
| Holidays Happenings |
| Holiday Workshops |
| Under the Big Top |
| Going Down Under (Australia) |
| Are you "RED"y? |
| Budding Paleontologists |
| Amazing Authors |
| Splish, Splash, Spring! |
| Under Construction |
| At the Bottom of the Sea |
| Mother's Day Tea |
| Farmer's Market (fruits and vegetables) |
| Theme Days (TBA) |
3 And 4 Year Old Preschool Schedules
Morning Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
Mark Your Calendars!!!!
During the 2009 - 2010 school year we have several special days for you and your child. Depending on what section your child is enrolled, the dates are:
- Holiday Workshop 12/17 or 12/18
- Mothers Day tea 5/6 or 5/7
- Preschool Family Picnic 6/1 or 6/2
These dates are geared toward family and child participation. We strongly encourage your involvement. Please mark these dates. Thank you for your support!
(updated 03/03/2010)
Bright Beginnings, an inclusive preschool program for children ages 3-5 teaches skills that serve as a foundation for future life success. Our purpose is to assure that young children, who are at various stages of developmental growth, demonstrate a passion for learning as they progress academically and socially. We believe learning is best facilitated in this age group through hands-on, interactive experiences that engage and challenge early learners.