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Locust Valley highlights play‑based UPK program, expands supports and playground access
Summary
Administrators updated the board on the district’s universal pre‑kindergarten program, describing play‑based curriculum, dedicated playgrounds, daily specials access and planned staff presentations for parents and teachers.
Administrators for the Locust Valley Central School District presented an update Tuesday on the district’s universal pre‑kindergarten (UPK) program, describing a play‑based curriculum, greater coordination with kindergarten teachers and dedicated playground space at building sites.
Patrick DiClemente, identified in the meeting as the high‑school principal, thanked community groups for three donations on the consent agenda and introduced the UPK update. Administrators Kurt Simon and a staff member identified as Mr. Cohen described the program as rooted in play‑based units of study and focused on social‑emotional learning, school‑readiness routines and continuity with kindergarten through second grade.
Administrators showed that pre‑K classrooms use morning meeting routines,…
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