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K4
The K4 Class
Children work with hands-on materials in preparation for writing and cutting. Children work on a variety of skills to prepare for K5. While phonemic awareness and reading readiness are a big part of K4, the classes also work on math, art, science and social studies, as well as gross motor, fine motor and social skills. They attend music, chapel and PE classes once a week.
Our K4 teachers develop lesson plans based on Kindergarten Common Core Standards and SC Early Learning Standards.
Sample Schedule
Late Stay Sample Schedule
K4 Teaching Team:
Julie Wallace – MWF
Julie has lived in Greenville for over 20 years. Both of her children (now a sophomore and senior at Wade Hampton High) went through this wonderful program. After volunteering in her children’s schools for many years, she decided to come back to Aldersgate to teach – this will be her fifth year. Julie loves this age and getting to know all their personalities and watching them grow throughout the year. During her free time, she loves to read, play tennis, go to to the beach and watch her children play sports.
Favorite Children’s Books: Lil Critter
Favorite Scripture: Colossians 3:17 “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
Stephanie Stephens – MWF
Stephanie was born and raised here in Greenville. This is her second year teaching at Aldersgate and first year in K4. Before working at Aldersgate, she was a graphic designer and a stay at home mom for several years. She and her husband, Kevin, have 3 children: Olivia (12), Norah Jane (10) and Calvin (5).
Favorite book: The True Story of the 3
Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka
Favorite Bible verse: Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Philippians 4:6
Tonya Boozer – 5 Day
Originally from Georgia, Tonya lives in Greer with her husband Craig and their two daughters Bentley (15) and Evelyn (11). This is Tonya’s sixth year teaching at Aldersgate, but she was a volunteer and substitute with us for more than a decade. She is most proud that both of her girls are graduates of Aldersgate. She enjoys volunteering at her church and her children’s schools as well as spending time with her family.
Favorite Children’s Books: Llama Llama series by Anna Dewdney
Favorite Scripture: Hebrews 13:8 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.”
Janice Pressley – 5 Day
Janice has been with Aldersgate since 1998 and has worked with all age groups over the years. Her children attended Aldersgate CDC from the 1 year old room through K5. Grace graduated from Anderson University and teaches 2nd grade in Tennessee. Alex graduated from USC and works at Amazon in Virginia. Janice loves camping and hiking with her husband Michael and her favorite hobby is feeding birds and sitting outside to watch all of God’s amazing wildlife. She feels that working with children has been such a blessing and she is excited to share our wonderful program with your child!
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 118:24 “This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!”
Favorite Children’s Book: My Lucky Day by Keiko Kasza