gate pre-kindergarten program
The Pre-K program is a full day (M-F) program and consists of a class size no larger than 14. It is meant to be a well-rounded program to meet their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs without pressure and unnecessary structure. It is meant to be a balance between acceleration and enrichment activities. It is not intended to replace kindergarten. Its intentions are to allow the children to function at all levels at which they are ready, while providing them with a background of experiences that will help them to be eager and effective learners.
The GATE Pre-K program is a one year program. At the end of the Pre-K year the children will return to the school in their district and must re-qualify for the GATE Elementary Program once in Kindergarten.
The GATE Pre-K program is a one year program. At the end of the Pre-K year the children will return to the school in their district and must re-qualify for the GATE Elementary Program once in Kindergarten.
Meet the GATE Pre-K Teacher - Mrs. Michelle Santos
Mrs. Michelle Santos earned her BA in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from the University of Guam in 2011. She has been teaching all of her 18 years here at MU Lujan Elementary School. She has taught 1st grade, Kindergarten, and has been teaching PreK Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) for the last 9 years. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends!