About Us
Mission Statement
FUNCO is a nonprofit, 100% parent-run preparatory program for children ages 2.5–5. Our mission is to nurture each child’s growth through a structured yet engaging learning environment. We support early development with age-appropriate lessons in phonics, math, science, and social-emotional learning, while encouraging confidence and independence. Through creative activities and hands-on experiences, children develop motor skills, practice following directions, express individuality, and build respectful habits within a supportive community.
Our Program
A cooperative program is operated by the parents of the children enrolled. The parents each hold and execute an important role to ensure our program runs effectively and efficiently in addition to working once weekly in the classroom.
Each parent works a designated day as well as holds one of 20 positions at the school. These positions include board members, P.O.D’s (parent of the day), teachers, fundraising, field trip coordinator, safety/auditor, supply buyer, party planners, yearbook, and cleaning & toy parent.
Pre-K Checklist
The following list is what the teachers strive for all students to accomplish before they enter kindergarten:
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Recognizes basic colors
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Knows 4 basic shapes
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Knows first name
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Name first name
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Recognizes last name
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Cuts on simple lines w/scissors
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Says alphabet
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Recognizes CAPITAL letters
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Recognizes lower case letters
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Recognizes numbers 1-20
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Says days of week
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Knows all letter sounds
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Knows some sight words
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Can count 1-30