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• NOW ENROLLING FOR 2023-24 •

SJECC
​"A Faith-Filled Beginning"

*Half and Full day programs for children ages 2, 3 and 4
*Outdoor Classroom
*Researched-based curriculum
*Superb teaching staff
*Play-based philosophy with hands-on learning

NAEYC Accredited

Est. 1990
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Family Handbook Parent Orientation Presentation_2022-23.pptx
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St. Jerome Family Handbook_Revised 2022-23.pdf
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Call today to schedule your tour!!
​We look forward to meeting you.
(727)596-9491

Spring Family Picnic
​March 2023

St. Patrick's Day Celebrations and Learning Activities
​March 2023

Celebrating Literacy during Dr. Seuss Week
​3/6 - 3/10

Pennies for Patients collection
​for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society
Feb. 2023

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Librarian Visit and Pajama Day Feb. 1, 2023

Catholic Schools Week Mass 2023

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Open House 2023

Catholic Schools Week - DONUTS WITH DAD

SJECC will NOT be holding a summer program this year. This decision was made after careful review of family surveys and staffing availability. We hope to provide a list of potential summer providers that you can refer to if you are looking for summer care.

Christmas Family Sing Along
December 21, 2022

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 3rd 11:00am - 2:00pm

RAFFLE

Book of six tickets for a $5 donation. Drawing held at 1:00pm on Dec. 3 at our Breakfast with Santa. You do NOT need not be present to win. Stop by the office to get your tickets before it's too late!
Thank you to the local businesses who supported us through their raffle contributions. Please support them in return.
Alexander Spine Center
Auto Dynamics of Largo
Bonefish Restaurant
Crabby Bills
Jack Hartmann
Joto's Pizza
Ippolito's Italian Deli
Music with Mar
Pajano's Pizza
​Salon 131
Salon West Largo
Slyce Pizza
Stefanec's Barber Shop
Treasure Island Fun Center
Village Inn
Zack & Gio Designs Children's Apparel

Thanksgiving Prayer Service
on our ECC Playground
​11-16-22

Thanksgiving Food Drive for Lifeline Ministries
"Love one another as I have loved you." John 13:34

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Breakfast with Santa is coming!!! Mark your calendars for December 3, 2022! Parish Center 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Thank you volunteers, Parish and ECC staff, parents and students for a wonderful Halloween Trick or Treat Parade!


​We mourn the loss of a dear friend and devoted leader. We also celebrate her life and legacy. Denise Roach filled our school and lives with her peaceful presence. Certainly, she now hears the words of Scripture, "Well done, my good and faithful servant." We are grateful for her example of love and professionalism. Her effect on our community has been profound and will not be forgotten. She sowed the seeds of faith in many lives. Farewell beautiful friend!

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SJECC will be open March 13 and May 26 for hurricane makeup days.​
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What is D.A.P.? Come visit our preschool and find out!

NAEYC defines “developmentally appropriate practice” as methods that promote each child's optimal development and learning through a strengths-based, play-based approach to joyful, engaged learning. ​
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We are a certified Music and Movement Provider!!

Music with Mar Article.pdf
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Virtual Tours

Welcome Tour with the Director

Room 1 Tour: 3 year olds

Room 2 Tour: 2 year olds

Room 3 Tour: 4 year olds

Room 4 Tour: 4 year olds

Playground

Dear Prospective Families,
We are happy that you stopped on our web page! We have so much to share about our very special school.
St. Jerome Early Childhood Center is a faith-based preschool for students ages 2, 3 and 4. We believe that children learn through play and our classrooms are full of rich materials and activities that help them to explore and make discoveries.
It is our pleasure to partner with you on your child's educational journey. Our teachers are qualified instructors with a heart for service. They help the children to reach their potential through developmentally appropriate practices. Our staff is honored to plant the seeds of faith in the hearts of our students, letting each one know that they are loved and valued by God and by their school family.
We hope that you will stop in to see the excellent quality program we have offered for over 30 years.
Peace,
Phyllis Steele
SJECC Administrator

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Covid-19 Student Decision Tree 03.04.2022.docx
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Florida Dept of Health
​Handwashing Video for Children

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hm0_sNiN2M


HOORAY!!!!

SJECC Earns Accreditation.pdf
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​The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children. The association comprises nearly 60,000 individual members of the early childhood community and 52 Affiliates, all committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. Together, we work to achieve a collective vision: that all young children thrive and learn in a society dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential.

Parent Corner:

Responding to Linguistic and Cultural Diversity: Recommendations for Effective Early Childhood Education
responding_to_linguistic_and_cultural_diversity.pdf

Commonly Used Toxic Cleaning Products: Facts for Families
toxicproducts_fact_sheet_for_families_epa.pdf
Teaching Your Child to Become Independent with Daily Routines
http://csefel.vanderbilt.edu/documents/teaching_routines.pdf

Using Read-Alouds to promote oral language development

Methods for Supporting Mathematical Development

Math and STEM Resources for Families

Math and STEM Resources
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Early Literacy Tips for Families

Early Literacy Tips for Families
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Directions

Contact US

Address
10895 Hamlin Blvd
Largo, Florida

(727) 596-9491

​Send us a message

Email pictures of how you and your children are staying busy at home. preschool@stjeromeecc.org

Resources


  • Diocese of St Petersburg

  •  NAEYC
  • VPK Information
  • Pinellas County Health Depart.
  • St Jerome Catholic Church
  • Catholic Campaign for Human Development
  • Flu Guide for parents​​
© 2017 St Jerome Early Childhood Center | Phone 727-596-9491 | 10895 Hamlin Blvd, Largo, FL.33774 | License #C900209 
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our History
    • Mission Statement
    • Accreditation
    • Our Staff
    • Parent Testimonials
    • Statement of Committment
    • Philosophy
    • Our Goals
  • Our Faith
    • Catholicity
    • Faith Curriculums
    • Catholic Education
  • Our School
    • Programs
    • ECC Foundation
    • Support Our School
    • Alumni
  • Curriculum
    • 4 Year Olds
    • 3 Year Olds
    • 2 Year Olds
    • Safe Environment
    • Outdoor Classroom
    • Assessment Plans
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Information
    • Directions
  • Admissions
    • Application/Registration
    • Scholarship Information
    • Required Forms
  • Current Parents