We are so excited to have your child join us next month for preschool!

Please read this email carefully and save it for future reference for information regarding:
  • Open House
  • Documents Needed for Enrollment
  • School's Out Dates
  • Family Handbook
  • Tuition Payment Procedures

An email with updated Covid-19 health measures will be coming next week.
Save the Date for Open House!

Wednesday, August 31st between 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Join your child as you help them explore the classroom with a scavenger hunt to find their cubby, coat hook, and other items, and make a craft to use in the classroom. Meet teachers, classmates, and fellow preschool families. Come at the time that is convenient for you, and stay for a short time or longer if you like.
Other Important Dates

Pre-K begins Wednesday, September 7th, and meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

We follow the LPS Elementary School calendar for days off and inclement weather.

The following dates we will not have Pre-K:
  • Friday, October 14th & Monday, October 17th
  • Wednesday, November 23rd - Monday, November 28th
  • Friday, December 23rd - Monday, January 2nd
  • Monday, January 16th
  • Friday, February 17th & Monday, February 20th
  • The week of March 13th
  • Friday, April 7th & Monday, April 10th
  • Friday, April 28th
  • Last Day of Pre-K: Friday, May 19th
Student Information
& Waiver

If you haven't already, please complete the
Preschool Student Information and Waiver form, which can be found here.

Be sure to include 3 emergency contacts.

Please complete this form by Friday, August 12th.
Immunization Records

Licensed preschool programs are required to have a copy of
each student's immunization records on file.

You may bring a hard copy to Open House or send them via email to the preschool director at ckastrup@lincoln.ne.gov.
Photos

We would like to label children's cubbies inside the classroom with a photo, prior to Open House and the start of school. These will be printed in black and white at the Nature Center.

Please email a photo of your child to ckastrup@lincoln.ne.gov

We also would like to display a family photo for each child, a 4x6 family photo can be brought to Open House.
Family Handbook

Please read the handbook closely for information regarding our preschool policies, including illnesses. This will be included in each monthly newsletter as well, but we ask families to become familiar with it at the beginning of the year.
Allergies

We serve a daily snack at Nature Preschool, and may encounter tree nuts on our hikes. If your child has an allergy or dietary restriction, or requires the use of an Epi-pen or other emergency medication please contact the preschool director so we can make a plan to meet their needs and ensure their safety while at preschool.
Monthly Tuition Information

Pre-K tuition fees: $155/month

Preschool tuition is calculated according to the number of days the program is scheduled to be in session throughout the year and is divided into nine equal monthly installments. Payments are due on the 1st of the month from September through May. We accept multiple forms of payment listed below.

ACH Payments: Have your monthly payment taken automatically out of your checking or savings account. We will provide the form for this closer to the beginning of the school year. The form must be turned in at least 5 days prior to the first month you would like to start utilizing the option. This option can be started any month throughout the school year.

Online Payments: Go to parks.lincoln.ne.gov, click the green “ePay” button. Log on to or sign up for a MyInterlinc account to access your child's payables. If you have ever paid your water bill, pet license, or a parking ticket online, you already have an account. Call us if you need help.

Over the Phone Payments: Call the Nature Center at 402-441-7895.

Late Payments: There will be a $15.00 fee applied if your child’s tuition is not paid by the 15th of each month. Please set yourself a monthly reminder to pay, if you tend to forget.
Questions?
Please contact our Preschool Director, Candace Kastrup
ckastrup@lincoln.ne.gov | 402.441.8669
The mission of the Pioneers Park Nature Center is to interpret the natural history of Nebraska and the central great plains; to promote the enjoyment, appreciation and awareness of our natural environment; to practice and foster a conservation ethic; and to provide a sanctuary for wildlife and a peaceful retreat for people.