Preschool
Because Each Child is a Unique Gift from God
About Our Program
This preschool, a mission of the United Methodist Church, offers 2, 3, & 5 day a week learning and care. The staff are dedicated Christians who have been hired on the basis of education, experience and maturity. We are proud of the high degree of professionalism our staff exhibits. Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Preschool is fully committed to you and your child and is excited to be part of your child’s growth and development.
For more information, please contact the Director, Cindie Reilly, at (949) 709-5219 or by email at shump-rsm@sothumc.org.
School Year Calendar: 2012-2013
Leadership
Becci Lukes - Executive Director
Becci has been a part of the Shepherd of the Hills renowned preschool for 27 years. The first 12 years she enjoyed teaching different programs, and then became director. She is a hands on administrator enjoying the many facets of this program. Under her leadership the school became accredited with NAEYC which is the highest ranking a preschool can achieve in our country. Now, in addition to this accomplishment, the school is part of the “First 5 Years” programs of California which works with distinguished schools promoting quality education for the young child. Becci has been happily married for 37 years, and has two grown, married daughters. Becci enjoys running around the lake and camping with her husband, Jim, and their two dachshunds, Eleanor and Mildred.
Cindie Reilly - Site Director
Cindie is in her 21th year working in Early Childhood Education, her 11th year at Shepherd of the Hills. She holds an A.A. in Early Childhood Education along with her Early Childhood Education Certificate, both from Saddleback Community College. She's celebrated 33 years of marriage to her husband, Bob. They are empty-nesters but share their home with two 4-legged "children" (dachshunds, Tucker & Ruby) along with four koi. Their 24 year-old son, Shaun, also has a dachshund named Charlie. Cindie's hobbies include genealogy research, reading and scrapbooking.
Features
- Preschool Program for children ages 2½ - 5
- Choice of classes:
- Monday - Friday (5 day),
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday (3 day) or
- Tuesday, Thursday (2 day)
- Preschool Hours: 8:30-12 or 8:30 -2:00
- Developmental Program
- Loving Christian Environment
- Hands-on Learning
- Dedicated, Experienced Staff
- Family Activities
- Low Student to Adult Ratio
- Curriculum addresses children's sensory, motor and communication development.
Registration / Admission Forms and Brochures
Complete Registration Packets can be obtained by contacting the Preschool office.
- Program Brochure
- Registration Form 2012-2013 - Upon receipt of Registration Form & Fee, a space will be held for your child in our program.
- Physician’s Report - 701
- Caregiver Background Check Process - 995E
Sunday Info
- Worship 9:30 AM: Relaxed Traditional – Traditional and new hymns with our Chancel Choir.
- Worship 11 AM: Contemporary / Modern Worship – Band, Candles, Families.
- Sunday school for children at each hour. Loving nursery care, too.
- Address: We are located at 30605 Avenida de Las Flores, Rancho Santa Margarita.
This Week at RSM Campus
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On Sunday we continue our series on "Making All Things New," looking at Colossians 2:1-15. How does God make things new and for what purpose? This week join us as we talk about what newness and living out of fulfillment look like.
Church Wide News & Events
Pastor Craig’s Final Sunday at Shepherd of the Hills: Pastor Craig will celebrate his final Sunday at Shepherd of the Hills on June 16th. There will be one worship service at each campus that morning. • Rancho Santa Margarita Campus – 9:00 a.m. Worship, Pastor Craig Preaching • Mission Viejo Campus – 10:30 a.m. Worship, Pastor Craig Preaching Following worship at the Mission Viejo Campus, there will be a celebration luncheon of Mexican street tacos! After lunch, a gathering will be held in the sanctuary at Mission Viejo.
- Pastoral News: The Rev. Karl Stuckenberg to Be Appointed as the New Lead Pastor at Shepherd of the Hills...
- 'Celebrate Recovery': Launched April 10th at 6:30 pm at the MV Campus (part of "Connect"). The weekly gathering will serve as a support group for dealing with hurts, habits and hang-ups, providing a place to share, fellowship, and embark on a path to healing.
- 'Connect' Gatherings: Wednesdays from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm, Mission Viejo Campus
- Event Highlights: See what events are going on at both campuses here...
- Shepherd of the Hills Happenings: Read our monthly newsletter here...
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