We Still Have Openings for 2022-2023 School Year Classes Start the Week of September 5th

Click: Register Here

After families register online, they will receive a class confirmation within a few days.

The next step: download our 2022–2023 registration packet. Please fill it out by hand or complete it electronically, including digital signatures, before printing with Adobe Acrobat Reader (https://get.adobe.com/reader).

Families will need to email the completed packet and a photo to Ms. Tammy. In addition, families need to pay a $75 non-refundable registration fee (check, cash, or Zelle).

  • Zelle - [email protected]
  • Check - Mail to Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland CO 80539

All completed registration packets should be turned in within a week of receiving a class confirmation email.

The last forms needed for enrollment are medical forms. They are due Monday, August 29th at our Open House for all enrolled students. We must receive medical forms before your child starts preschool.  

  • General Health Appraisal Form - this form needs a doctor’s signature and can be substituted with your doctor’s own form
  • Certificate of Immunization form - Please provide a list of your child’s immunizations or this form filled out by your doctor’s office
    • Non-Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
    • Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
    • The immunization exemption forms must be signed by your pediatrician or you must take an online learning module.
  • Medical forms can be mailed to - Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland CO 80539
  • Medical forms can be emailed to - [email protected]
  • Medical forms can be dropped off at preschool - 1003 West 6th Street
    • Monday, August 29, 2022 from 9:00–11:30 a.m.

Our 2022–2023 Classes:

  • Ms. Hanna’s Friday 2 ½ class: 9-11 a.m.
  • Ms. Hanna’s Monday/Wednesday 3s class: 9-11:30 a.m.
  • Ms. Hanna’s Tuesday/Thursday 3s class: 9–11:30 a.m. Filling Quickly
  • Mrs. Martinez’s Tuesday/Thursday 3s class: 8:45–11:15 a.m. Class is Full
  • Mrs. Martinez's Monday/Wednesday/Friday 4's class: 8:45-11:15 a.m. Class is Full
  • Ms. Jenn’s PreK Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday class: 9:00 a.m.-12 noon Only 1 spot left
  • Mrs. Martinez’s Monday/Tuesday/Thursday Afternoon 4’s Class: 12:45–3:15 p.m. (No Parent-Helping Required)

If you have any questions about our classes, please contact either our 2s and 3s Coordinator Mary, or our 4s Coordinator Ellen.

Tours - Tuesday, August 16th at 8:45 a.m. & Wednesday, August 24th at 10:00 a.m.           

Haven't had a chance to take a tour of Community Preschool yet? Now's your chance!
Our teachers will be at the preschool on Tuesday, August 16th at 8:45 am and Wednesday, August 24th at 10:00 a.m. to show you around the school (kids are welcome!). No need to email beforehand, just show up!
We hope to see you there!

Long Day at Work? Stop by Freddy's Monday, August 15th from 5–8 p.m.

What will be for dinner tonight? Go to Freddy's at 3479 Mountain Lion Drive in Loveland (on U.S. 34 near Mountain View High School) on Monday, August 15th from 5-8 pm to pick up dinner and support our preschool! Let the cashier know you are with Community Preschool and enjoy your dinner!

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Open House for Enrolled Families - Monday, August 29 Medical Paperwork & Required Orientation for Families

Come by the preschool anytime between 9:00–11:30 a.m.  Your child will meet their teacher, find their cubby and explore their classroom.  Parents will need to attend an Orientation meeting at 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. virtually.  We look forward to seeing everyone!  

  • Medical Paperwork is Due (Health Appraisal Form & list of Immunizations - see more information under “Register Here” for links and more details)
  • Mandatory Orientation for all parents (attend during Open House or Virtual)
    • 10:00 a.m. in-person in our gym, or
    • 6:00 p.m. virtual meeting (link will be provided when the date approaches)

Bike and Trike Day at Kroh Park - 4's Classes Monday, May 9th

Monday, May 9th is Bike and Trike Day at Kroh Park for the 4's classes.  Drop off and pick up is at Kroh park NOT the preschool.  Bring your child's bike or trike, their helmet, a water bottle and apply sunscreen before they arrive.  Parents are welcome to stay and enjoy the fun!

See you Monday at Kroh park -

  • Mrs. Martinez's 4's class MWF - 8:45 a.m. drop off & pick up at 11:15 a.m.
  • Ms. Jenn's PreK - 9:00 a.m. drop off & pick up at noon
  • Mrs. Martinez's PM class - 12:45 p.m. drop off & pick up at 3:15 p.m.

Join Your Child for a Frozen Treat on the Last Day of School - Last Week of School May 16 - 20

It is definitely difficult and surprising to think that the end of the school year is fast approaching. Thank you to everyone for making this year work.

We invite our families to come early on your child's last day for an outside goodbye on the playground. Please arrive 30 minutes before pick up, share a popsicle with other families, and say goodbye.

  • Ms. Hanna's 3's - Wednesday, May 18th - 11:00 a.m.
  • Mrs. Martinez's 3's - Thursday, May 19th - 10:30 a.m.
  • Ms. Jenn's Prek - Thursday, May 19th 11:30 a.m.
  • Mrs. Martinez's 3/4 PM - Thursday, May 19th 2:45 p.m.
  • Ms. Jenn's 2 1/2 - May 20th 10:30 a.m.
  • Mrs. Martinez's MWF - May 20th - 10:30 a.m.

Thank you all for your support, friendship and love that you so richly bestow on our little school and us. This year marks our 50th year of operation for Community Preschool, and this is a huge accomplishment of which we are very proud. Our success is due largely to your continued support. Thank you!

Have a wonderful summer and take good care!

Loveland Ready Mix Concrete - 4's Field Trip Wednesday, May 11th

The field trip is for all our 4's classes, MWF, PreK and the PM class.  We will meet at Loveland Ready Mix Concrete (644 N. Namaqua Ave., Loveland) at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11th.

Summer Break
May 23–September 5                      

The first day of school for the 2022–2023 school year is Tuesday, September 6, 2022.  

We have openings in several classes for the Fall! Please register online and you will receive an email confirmation within a few days. Your next step is to fill out our registration packet, including a photo of your child and a non-refundable registration fee. Please see below for more details on registering and enrolling under “Register Here.”

If you would like information about registering your child, please contact Ellen for the 4s classes or Mary for the 2 ½-year-old class or 3s classes. If you need to contact a board member or teacher please go to Contact Us to select the person you would like to email. We will also check our voicemail once a week through the summer. Call us at 970-669-4323.

Have a fabulous summer!

Come Play, Learn, and Prepare for Your Child’s Future!

Community Preschool is a play-based, parent-run cooperative. We have classes for students ages 2.5 to 5 years old. Parents typically volunteer in the classroom once or twice a month, depending on the class, which helps us keep tuition affordable while connecting parents to their child's classroom. We also offer an afternoon 4s class with no parent-help requirements.

We have some of the best teachers in the region and a program loved by generations of families for 50 years. Hope to see you at preschool!

See below for more information on registering, available classes and tours.

    Paradice Cream Fundraiser Monday, May 2nd from 4 - 9 p.m.

    Enjoy old-fashioned ice cream, shakes and other sweet treats while raising money for a good cause.  Paradice Cream will donate 25% of all purchases back to our preschool.  Please let them know you are with Community Preschool!

    Invite your friends, family and neighbors!

    1399 Sculptor Drive, Loveland CO

    Lions Club Free Vision Screening
    Monday April 25th at 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.            Tuesday April 26th at 9:00 a.m.                       

    Colorado Lions work to brighten the future of Colorado's children through the KidSight Program.  Their non-invasive vision-screening can detect most problems that cause poor vision in young children, such as Strabismus, Astigmatism, High Myopia, Anisometropia & High Hyperopia.

    Look for permission forms in your child's cubbie soon.  Pleases leave forms with your child's teacher.

    Butterfly Release

    All of our classes observed butterflies going through their life cycle. We started with caterpillars which turned into a chrysalis and finally, beautiful butterflies.

    Easter Egg Hunt at The Hillcrest

    The Hillcrest invited us to a wonderful Easter Egg Hunt. The residents and staff were amazing! There were so many eggs—the children had so much fun hunting. There was also a surprise guest: the Easter Bunny!

    Thank you to all the staff and lovely residents for hosting a fabulous Easter Egg Hunt!

    Virtual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction - THANK YOU!

    Thanks to your incredible generosity, our virtual pancake breakfast and silent auction was a big success. We raised more than $2,500! That's money for school supplies, toys, and outdoor equipment — funds we rely on to operate while keeping tuition affordable. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generosity. 

    Our sincerest thank you to the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:

    Origins Wine Bar & Wood Fired Pizza

    Ziggi’s Coffee

    Wash Me! Car Wash

    Loveland Laser Tag

    Betty Harrington Tumblers

    Boynton Family

    Christian Brothers Automotive

    Loveland Public Library

    ASC Soapworks

    Clara Brubaker Quilt

    Kathleen Geraghty

    Norm Goding

    Awards Unlimited

    Denver Firefighter Museum

    Holistic Yoga School

    Glow Golf

    Big Thompson Brewery

    Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

    Binny Photography

    Scheels

    Wicked Tequila Room

    Laura Martinez

    Hanna Copeland

    Jenn Gregoire

    Megan Albanez, Real Estate Agent

    Rodan & Fields

    Ana Bharadwaj

    Rocket Kidz

    Victoria’s Creations

    34 Liquor

    Melody Crawford

    Mattress Firm of Northern Colorado (Jason DeVilbiss)

    Johanna Hand Crafted Jams

    Win Supply Inc

    Brooke Boynton Hughes

    Wooden Mountain Bouldering & Gym

    Gonzo Screen Printing and Embroidery

    Doug & Trish Will

    Patty Beumer - Pampered Chef

    Gardens on Spring Creek

    Cindy N., our Development Coordinator, for her fantastic fundraising!

    Katelynn B., our Publicity Coordinator, for all her hard work on our auction!

    Thank you, Community Preschool families and friends, for your incredible support!

    Community Preschool is closed for Spring Break Monday, March 14th - Friday, March 18th

    Enjoy your week off school and we will resume classes on Monday, March 21st!

    SILENT AUCTION - SAT. APRIL 2nd 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Our most popular fundraiser and community-building event of the year — the pancake breakfast — we are putting on hold again. But though we won't meet for pancakes in person this year, we're still excited to host the popular online silent auction, with 100% of the proceeds going straight to your child's classroom. 

    Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 2nd, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm and watch Community Preschool's Facebook page for the auction to go live.

    Preview the items the last week of March.  We'll be auctioning off a handmade dollhouse, birthday packages from Urban Air and Wooden Mountain, gift baskets to Wicked Tequila and Rodan & Fields Skin Care, Loveland Laser Tag Gift cards and many more fun items.

    To bid on an item on April 2nd, comment with your price.  Items go to the highest bidder once the auction closes at 7 pm.  If you win an item, a Community Preschool Board member will get in touch with you to arrange for the item pick up and payment.

    If you do not wish to purchase an auction item, please consider making a donation to Community Preschool through our PayPal link at the top of this page.

    Make sure you are enjoying pancakes for breakfast, lunch or dinner from the comfort of your home while you bid!

    For more information, email the fundraising/development coordinator.

    As always, thank you for your support!

    Guess Who Came to Show and Tell

    King the dog was a big hit with the class last week.  He is a sweet and gentle giant who is great with children!  Thank you for visiting King!

    Miss Loveland Valentine 2022 - Olivia Friske Visit

    On Wednesday, February 9th, Miss Loveland Valentine, Olivia Friske, visited our preschool. She helped students in one of our 3s classes create valentines. Afterward, she walked with two of our 4s classes to the Hillcrest and the children gave the residents their handmade valentines. It was a special day for our children! Thank you, Olivia Friske and the Hillcrest! Happy Valentine's Day everyone.

    NO SCHOOL - Thursday, February 17th - Monday, February 21st

    There will be no classes on Thursday, February 17th and Friday, February 18th for conferences.  We will be closed on Monday, February 21st in observance of Presidents' Day.

    Enjoy your long weekend and we will see you back on Tuesday, February 22nd!

    Snow Day - Thursday February 3rd - NO MORNING CLASSES

    Thompson School District schools are operating on a 2 hour delay due to forecasted morning wind chill and road conditions for Thursday February 3rd.  We are unable to delay our classes so we will cancel our PreK and Tuesday/Thursday 3's classes.  The Afternoon class will still meet. Classes will resume as normal for Friday, February 4th.  Stay safe and warm everyone!

    Firefighter Rob Visits

    On parent help days our 3s and 4s classes are excited to bring something for Show and Tell. One student brought her firefighter dad. He talked about fire safety and put on his firefighting gear to show the students. He also brought stickers and helmets for the children, which they loved. Thank you, firefighter Rob!

    Tuesday tours are available in March and April of our preschool.  They will begin at 10:00 a.m. and run approximately 30 minutes.  You are welcome to bring your child, a mask and lots of questions.  Please contact Ms. Tammy to schedule a tour.

    Crocheted Hats Donated to Community Preschool

    Irene Thomson crocheted 25 hats for our children at Community Preschool.  Laura Martinez, our director and teacher, read the book The Hat by Jan Brett to her classes and afterward, she gave each child a handmade hat of their own. Thank you so much, Irene! Here is a link to another photo in the Reporter-Herald Newspaper.

    Beth Epley - Exceptional Storyteller Holiday Visit Before Winter Break

    Beth Epley visited our preschool, which was a special treat for our students before the winter break.  Her stories are full of comedy, movement, music and are a unique theater experience.  Thank you Beth!  (www.imaginationcelebration.org)

    Spaghetti Dinner Thank You!

    Thank you to all our wonderful current and alumni families, our 20th annual homemade spaghetti dinner was a big success! Your kind generosity raised $1,400!

    A special thank you to our fabulous cooks Marco and Santiago Scalise, Norm Goding, Kathleen Geraghty, Bob and Laura Martinez.

    Thank you to our board of directors, teachers, and parent volunteers too!

    WINTER BREAK - NO SCHOOL Thursday, December 16 - Friday, December 31

    We will be closed for Winter Break from Thursday, December 16th through Friday, December 31st.

    Enjoy your break and we will see you all back on Monday, January 3rd in the new year!

    VanHare Farm & Pumpkin Patch - Field Trips

    Our 3's and 4's classes are invited to a fun fall field trip and this will be our 20th year going to the VanHare's Farm and Pumpkin Patch!  Each student will pay $7 which includes a pumpkin.  Younger siblings are welcome and will also be $7.  Any additional pumpkins are $5 each.

    Parent helpers should bring -

    • Snack - Prepackaged Individual Servings (Nut-Free)
    • Supply - Small Bottles of Water

    On the day of the field trip, come to preschool as usual and you will drive your child from the preschool.   If a parent is unable to drive, please talk to the teacher and they can coordinate a ride for your child.  Please fill out the field trip form and pay your child's teacher before the field trip day.  Have a great time!

    • Friday, Oct. 8th - Mrs. Martinez MWF Class
    • Monday, Oct. 11th - Ms. Jenn Prek
    • Tuesday, Oct 12th - Mrs. Martinez T/Th 3's
    • Thursday, Oct 14th - Mrs. Martinez 3/4 Combo P.M. Class
    • Monday, Oct 18th - Ms. Hanna MW 3's

    School Picture Days - October 20, 21 & 22

    Lowercase Imaging will take class and individual photos of our students on Wednesday October 20th, Thursday October 21st and Friday October 22nd.  Photos will take place in the courtyard (playground) area, weather permitting.  Parents will be able to view, order and pay all online after photo day.

    Wednesday October 20th

    Ms. Hanna's MW 3's  class

    Mrs. Martinez's MWF 4's class

    Thursday, October 21st

    Mrs. Martinez's T/Th 3's class

    Ms. Jenn's Prek Class

    Mrs. Martinez's PM 3/4 Combo Class

    Friday, October 22nd

    Ms. Jenn's F 2 1/2 class

    Make up individual photos

    Let's hope for beautiful weather!

    Wear Your Halloween Costume to Class

    Wednesday October 27

    Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s  class

    Thursday, October 28

    Mrs. Martinez’s T/Th 3s class

    Ms. Jenn’s Pre-K Class

    Mrs. Martinez’s PM 3s/4s Combo Class

    Friday, October 29

    Ms. Jenn’s F 2s class

    Mrs. Martinez’s MWF 4s class

    Open House for Registered Families & Parent Orientation Meetings - Monday, August 30th

    Meet your child's teacher and let your child explore their classroom during Community Preschool's open house. Drop in at the preschool anytime from 9 to noon on Monday, Aug. 30. 

    Learn about COVID-19 policies, which snacks are allowed and what to pack in your child's backpack, among other important information, during the mandatory parent orientation.

    At least one parent or guardian MUST attend either orientation:

    Don't forget to turn in your child's student health record and immunization form during open house. 

    At this time, we are recommending that all children wear masks while inside the preschool, but they are not required to do so.  To help reduce COVID-19 exposure, all parents will need to wear a  mask while inside the preschool building. 

    Walk-a-thon Fundraiser - Friday, Sept. 24th at 11:30am

    Join your child's teachers and classmates at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 24 at Dwayne Webster Veteran's Park for our annual walk-a-thon fundraiser. Children will take three laps around the park, play with their friends and enjoy a special treat afterward. Pack a lunch and meet new friends! 

    Look for fundraiser packets to be sent home with your child in mid-September. This popular fundraiser helps us keep tuition affordable, and every cent is spent on toys, books, supplies and other equipment at Community Preschool.

    Not able to attend our Walk-a-thon, select the Donate button above to make a donation online for our fundraiser.  Thanks for your support!

    Nominate Community Preschool for SCHEELS Giving Campaign by Tuesday, November 30th

    Johnstown SCHEELS is donating $100,000 to non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations in Northern Colorado.  They will give 20-$5,000 cash donations based on the number of nominations an organization receives.

    To nominate Community Preschool, please fill out their form with your full name, email and select Community Preschool Loveland.  SCHEELS Nomination Page.

    Nominations are only accepted until Tuesday, November 30th and winners will be announced Dec. 3rd.

    Thank you for your nominations!

    Spaghetti Dinner Drive-Thru Fundraiser Friday, December 3rd from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

    Please join us for our 20th Annual Spaghetti Dinner at Community Preschool!  This year due to Covid, we will continue our drive-thru style spaghetti dinner for you to pick up and enjoy at home with your family.  Please drive through the rear of the school, entering off of Douglas Aveune and exiting onto 6th Street.

    In order for us to prepare enough food we are asking our families to sign up with the number of people in your family eating.

    There is no set fee for dinner, just bring cash or a check to donate any amount when you pick up your food.

    Free ice cream coupons are also included with your dinner.  The Wild family has generously donated coupons from Dairy Queen in Loveland!

    We look forward to seeing you!  If you are unable to attend but would like to donate please select the donate button at the top of our home page.

    We Still Have Openings in our Current School Year!

    Community Preschool is a play-based, parent-run cooperative. We have classes for students ages 2.5 to 5 years old. Parents typically volunteer in the classroom once or twice a month, depending on the class, which helps us keep tuition affordable while connecting parents to their child's classroom. But new this year, we’re offering an afternoon class with no parent-help requirements.

    We have some of the best teachers in the region and a program loved by generations of families for 50 years. Hope to see you at preschool!

    Openings for the 2021–2022 school year - ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT:

    • 3s: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00–11:30 a.m.
    • 3s: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45-11:15 a.m.
    • P.M. 3/4s Combo Class: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 12:45–3:15 p.m. (No parent-help requirements.)
    • Pre-K: Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

    Email Mary for the 2s and 3s classes or Ellen for the 4s classes.

    To schedule a tour contact Tammy.  Call 970-669-4323 for more information.

    Walk-a-Thon Thank You

    Thank you to all our Community Preschool families who joined us for the annual walk-a-thon! It was great weather for all of us to walk, play, and eat. We appreciate all your generous donations!

    Scholastic Book Orders Due Friday, November 19th

    Class code: R3Q3J

    Throughout the school year families have an opportunity to purchase affordable books for their children through Scholastic.  Every book you purchase earns points for Community Preschool to purchase educational materials and books for the classrooms.  Go to https://clubs.scholastic.com and create an account with the code R3Q3J.  Families can also complete a paper order and return to their child's teacher with a check payment.

    Enjoy your reading! If you have questions, please contact Ms. Tammy.
     

    NO SCHOOL - Monday, January 17th

    Enjoy your day off school!

    Coming Soon 2022–2023 School Year

    Check back in January 2022. Registration information is coming soon!

      Register for the 2021–2022 School Year

      There is still time to register for our in-person classes for 2021–2022 school year, but there are only a few spots left in classes.  Contact Ellen for the 4s classes, or Mary for the 2.5- year-old class or 3s classes to check on class availability.

      New This Year - Our PM 3/4s Combo Class will NOT require parent helpers (12:45–3:15 p.m.)

      Classes

      • 2.5s: Fridays from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Class is Full
        Child must be 2.5 years old by their first day of school. Students do not need to be potty trained.
      • 3s: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00–11:30 a.m.
        Child must be 3 by Oct. 1
      • 3s: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45–11:15 a.m. 
        Child must be 3 by Oct. 1
      • 4s: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:45–11:15 a.m. Class is Full
        Child must be 4 by Oct. 1
      • 3/4s Combo Class: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:45–3:15 p.m.
        (No parent helping required)
      • Pre-K: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
        Child must be 4 by Oct. 1

      AFTER CONTACTING OUR CLASS COORDINATOR

      Download our 2021–2022 registration packet. Fill it out by hand or complete it electronically, including digital signatures before printing with Adobe Acrobat Reader (https://get.adobe.com/reader). You are also welcome to email the Adobe document to Tammy,  which makes registering much faster.  Also, download the two health forms below.

      If you exempting your child from any or all immunizations, you must include an exemption form.  New this year - Exemption Forms need a health care professional signature.

      Mail the completed registration packet, including two photos of your child, a $75 non-refundable fee, and the second-quarter tuition (cash, check, or pay online using Zelle to [email protected]).

      Mail - Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland CO 80539

      Email - Ms. Tammy

      Drop Off - Mornings, Monday - Friday - Call Community Preschool to arrange a time prior to dropping off registration packet   970-669-4323

      COVID-19

      We recommend all children wear masks while inside the preschool, but they are not required.  All adults inside our building need to wear masks.

      TOURS 

      If you are interested in a tour of our preschool email Tammy.

      Also, if you have any questions email Ms. Tammy or call 970-669-4323.

      REGISTERED FAMILIES Health Forms Due Monday, August 30th at Open House for Registered Families

      Once your child is registered, health forms are the final step in the registration process. They are due before school begins.

      If you exempting your child from any or all immunizations, you must include an exemption form.  New this year - Exemption Forms need a health care professional signature.

      All health forms are due by Monday, August 30th. 

      Mail:
      Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539

      Email:
      [email protected]

      Drop Off:

      Open House for Registered Families Monday, August 30th from 9 a.m.–Noon

      Fall Tours

       To book a tour, email Ms. Tammy.

      Fourth Quarter Tuition Due February 16, 2021

      Tuition for the fourth quarter of the 2021–2022 school year will be due by Wednesday, February 16, 2022. There are three payment options available:

      • Mail your payment to P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539.
      • Pay online using Zelle to [email protected]
      • Place payment (cash or check) in our Treasurer box in the preschool.  Make checks payable to “Community Preschool” and add your child’s name and class in the memo line to ensure proper credit to your account.

      Click here to visit the Tuition and Schedule page and find the tuition amount for your child’s class.

      Contact the treasurer Angel R. with any questions about tuition. If you are having difficulty with paying tuition according to the schedule, please contact us immediately. We are willing to work with you, but it is best to have a plan before tuition is due and late fees are incurred.

      Nominate Community Preschool for SCHEELS Giving Campaign by Tuesday, November 30th

      Johnstown SCHEELS is donating $100,000 to non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations in Northern Colorado.  They will give 20-$5,000 cash donations based on the number of nominations an organization receives.

      To nominate Community Preschool, please fill out this form with your full name, email and select Community Preschool Loveland under the Youth Support Organization category.

      Nominations are only accepted until Tuesday, November 30th and winners will be announced Dec. 3rd.

      Thank you for your nominations!

      Do You Need to Make a Tax Deductible Contribution?

      If you need to make a tax-deductible contribution before the end of the year, please consider making a donation by selecting the Donate button above.  Community Preschool, is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3).

      If you prefer to pay by check, please mail to Community Preschool; P.O. Box 1652; Loveland, CO 80539. We are happy to write a receipt for your taxes. Thank you!

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      If You Are Wondering - We Have Classes All Week

      Students in the Thompson School District will not have classes on Thursday, February 25th and Friday, February 26th due to conferences but we still have class.  If you decide to keep your preschooler home for some family time, please let your child's teacher know, and have fun!

      THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

      We could not be more grateful for the support of our families, alumni, and friends during this challenging year.  Our silent auction surpassed our expectations, garnering more than $3, 500!

      Our sincerest thank you to the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:

      AMA Divine Photography

      Amy Huggins Photography

      A Better Day Cleaning & Concierge

      Awards Unlimited

      Baker, Ann

      Chill Potz

      Colorado Railroad Museum

      Copeland, Hanna

      Crawford, Melody

      Dugout Mugz

      Eubanks, Shirley

      Fritzler Farm Park

      Fort Collins Museum of Discovery

      Friends of the Loveland Public Library

      Geraghty, Kathleen

      Goding, Norm

      GlowGolf

      Grace and Power Fitness

      Gonzo Screen Printing

      Gregoire, Jenn

      Harrington Arts Alliance

      Heart to Heart Children’s Boutique

      Home Prep LLC

      Just A Pinch Bakery

      Kelly, Caroline

      Krazy Karl’s Pizza

      Loveland Chocolate Company

      Martinez, Laura

      Mattress Firm of Northern Colorado (Jason DeVilbiss)

      No Worries!! Hot Air Ballooning

      Oriental Trading

      Real West Old Time Portraits (Holly Coy)

      Ripple Effect Martial Artsá

      Rocky Mountain Amphicar

      Scheels

      Schultis, Patsy

      Sláinte Coffee

      Spieles, Pat & McMurray, Carol

      Tammy Schwartz Home Daycare

      Tune and Tidy House Cleaning

      Urban Air Adventure Park

      White Groves Barber & Taproom

      Cindy N. our Development Coordinator for her fantastic fundraising!

      Katelynn B. our Publicity Coordinator for all her hard work!

      Thank you everyone for your incredible support!

      New Monday/Wednesday 3s Class with Ms. Hanna!

      Because of a long waitlist of students for our 3s class, we’re opening another! This class will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00–11:30 a.m. Children must be 3 by October 1 to enroll. The class will be taught by long-time parent, board member, and teaching substitute, Ms. Hanna!

      Hanna Copeland has a bachelor's degree in agricultural business and recently completed her early childhood teaching license. She and her husband Alan have five kids, all of whom have attended Community Preschool.

      Please help us in welcoming Ms. Hanna to her new role at Community Preschool!

      For more information about the newest 3s class, please visit our registration page or contact Ms. Tammy.

      Please Welcome Ms. Jenn!

      We are thrilled to annouce that Jenn Gregoire, our current class coordinator, has accepted the Pre-K and 2.5s teaching position for the 2021–2022 school year.

      Ms. Jenn comes to us with years of experience as a preschool, kindergarten, and early childhood special education teacher. Her two children attended Community Preschool, and she has served on our board of directors for the past two years. We are so lucky to have her!

      We’re twice as lucky to keep Mrs. Geraghty too, who will step in as a substitute teacher next year when needed.

      Welcome to the teaching staff, Ms. Jenn!

      REGISTER NOW      (Click Here)


      Registration opens at       8:00 a.m. Monday, March 8th & ends 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 10th

      MOD Pizza Fundraiser - THANK YOU

      Thank you to all our families and friends who ate pizza!!  We appreciate all your wonderful support!  

      Thanksgiving Break - November 23-27 - NO SCHOOL

      Monday November 23rd through Friday November 27th there will be no in-person classes or our virtual learning program.

      Enjoy your break and we will see you all back on Monday November 30th!

      Register for Our New Virtual Preschool Program! Quarter 4 Started April 5th - Register Anytime During the Quarter & Receive Content for the Whole Quarter Quarter 4: April 5 - May 21

      We are now offering a virtual learning option along with our in-person program. Keep your child engaged with preschool by registering for our new remote learning program!

      Our Community Preschool Virtual Learning Program will be an extension of our current in-person, play-based curriculum, but you can do it all at home on your own time. Each week, we will feature short videos by our teachers with demonstrations of selected activities for the week. Teachers will sing songs, read stories, and provide developmentally-appropriate activities and social and emotional guidance. 

      The virtual learning program will be available on our website and parents will receive a password once payment has been received. The cost of this program is $100 each quarter. Please send payment via Zelle to [email protected] or by check to Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539. 

      Register today! You have access to the previous weeks too!

      Here is a free preview of Mrs. Martinez singing a song…enjoy!

      Board Meetings Second Tuesday Every Month

      During the COVID-19 pandemic, board meetings are being held virtually at 7:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Board meetings are open to the public. Please email our secretary if you would like to attend.

      Tour Monday August 3rd from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

      Are you interested in enrolling your child at Community Preschool?  Come join us for a tour.  Please email Ms. Tammy or leave a voicemail message at 970-669-4323 to set up a time between 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. on Monday August 3rd.  The tours will be about 15 - 30 minutes long and you will need to wear a mask.  I look forward to meeting you!

      Ms. Tammy

      Thank You for a Fantastic Walk-a-Thon

      Thank you to all our wonderful in-person, virtual and alumni families for participating in our first virtual walk-a-thon!  We are so grateful for everyone's donations and your generous contributions raised  $1, 247.84 for our preschool!

        Spaghetti Dinner/Family Night Fundraiser Thank You - We are very Grateful!

        Once again our Community Preschool families and friends have so generously contributed to the well being of our little school.  In the midst of these turbulent times, the kindness of our community has overwhelmingly shown the true goodness of people.  There are so many people to thank; Marco Scalise for 19 years of spaghetti sauce, Norm and Kathleen Geraghty for years of cooking and serving, Tammy and Olivia Friske for serving and donating items for the dinner, Audrey and Melissa McCormick for years of cooking and food donations,  Santiago Scalise for helping us out this year for the very first time since he was a preschooler himself,  Ann Baker for the books,  The Wild family for all the Dairy Queen donations, the Whisenhunt family for garlic, the Gregoire family for olive oil, Hanna Copeland and Cindy Nichols for helping Friday night, Safeway for the buckets and garlic bread, all our families who supplied whole tomatoes and finally, everyone who helped support the school by buying dinner that night.  Your generosity of over $2,700 will go far to help keep our little school running.
        Thank you, thank you!

        Fall Farm Experience Offered to Our Families, Since We Are Unable to go on Our Annual Field Trips

        This would have been our 20th year to visit the pumpkin patch and farm at Wolf Thunder Run but due to COVID we are not able to take our annual fall field trips. Wolf Thunder Run developed three new 1-hour programs that they are offering for our families.

        For more information go to Wolf Thunder Run Facebook page or https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a4fa5a92ca7f58-family.

        Current In-Person Classes are Full for 2nd Quarter

        Our in-person classes are currently full.  If you are interested in adding your child to a class wait list please contact our class coordinator, Jenn G. If there is an opening in your requested class we will contact you.

        Registration Process

        1. Contact our class coordinator, Jenn G. to check availability.
        2. Download the 2020–2021 Registration Packet and fill it out by hand or complete it electronically using Adobe Acrobat Reader: https://get.adobe.com/reader. 
        3. Complete the 2020–2021 Registration Packet with two photos of your child and a check or cash for your $75 non-refundable registration fee.  Mail your packet to Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539.
        4. Once your child is registered, health forms are the final step in the registration process.

          If you exempting your child from any or all immunizations, you must include an exemption form.

        5. First quarter tuition is due with registration packet after August 3rd

        You can find answers to all of your questions about Registration by visiting our Register for Classes page.

        We can add your child to our waiting list. Should there be an opening in your requested class, we will contact you.

        Current In-Person Classes are Full for 3rd & 4th Quarter

        Our in-person classes are currently full.  If you are interested in adding your child to a class wait list please contact our class coordinator, Jenn G. If there is an opening in your requested class we will contact you.

        Ordering Chipotle online? Use code FXDHGYD at checkout to make sure your purchase counts!

        Welcome to a New Year of Preschool! In-Person Classes Begin on Tuesday, September 8!

        We are so happy to announce that we have been cleared by Larimer County Health and Environment and our state Licensing Specialist from the Colorado Office of Early Childhood to open our doors again in September and welcome back all of our wonderful families! Our teachers and board of parent volunteers have been working hard to put new procedures in place to ensure the safety of our students and staff. While a few additional procedures need to be followed, we remain committed and most concerned with providing our young students with the nurturing and stimulating environment that is so important for their first adventure in education. These are temporary changes, and we plan on returning to our regular schedule when possible.

        Drop-off – Parents will meet their child’s teacher outside the playground gate. Children will need a temperature check (100.3 degrees or lower). Each class will meet separately outside.

        Snack Time – For now, we will need parent helpers to bring individually-wrapped, prepackaged snacks when they parent help.

        Classrooms – We will need to limit table activities to 4 children per table. Additional sanitizing of surfaces and items will take place during class. Our teachers will help keep large groups of children from gathering in one area.

        Pick-up – Children will walk outside with their teacher to their parents.

        Parent Helpers – We would like to have the same helpers aid on consecutive days as much as possible to limit exposure. We realize this may not work for all families, and we are happy to help work out alternate days. Before entering the preschool, parent helpers will also need their temperatures taken. While in the preschool, please social distance from other adults.

        Masks – Following the guidelines of  the Colorado Office of Early Childhood, students, parent helpers, and teachers will all wear masks. We know this may be difficult, especially if your child hasn't been wearing one. To help them prepare, please start slowly having them wear a mask and build the habit over time.

        Hand Washing – Children will wash their hands after coming inside, before snack, and after using the restroom as usual, but will include more frequent and longer hand washing.

        Isolation – If a child becomes ill, we will isolate that child in the hallway and notify the parent immediately.

        We are grateful for your patience and understanding while we develop these new procedures. We will continue to work closely throughout the year with our licensing specialist and the Health Department to make alterations as conditions change.  Please, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. We have missed our fabulous Community Preschool families and can’t wait to see you!

        We are looking forward to a great 2020–2021 school year!

        Temporary COVID-19 Operating Procedures for Community Preschool 2020-2021 School Year.

        Virtual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction Sat. May 2nd

        Mark your calendars for our first ever Virtual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction, Saturday May 2nd. Make yourself some pancakes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and join us on Facebook for our annual silent auction!

        The Virtual Auction is OPEN FOR BIDDING!

        The 2020 Community Preschool Auction Group Page is open for bidding! Head over to  https://www.facebook.com/groups/228951841851623/ to join! Directions will be posted at the top of the page.

        You've had time to browse and make a strategy.  Now's the time to BID!

        Remember: Commenting on auction items with your bid is ENABLED until 8pm today, May 2nd!  Items will go to the highest bidder once the auction is closed.

        Don't forget to invite your friends!

        Once the auction is over, one of the Community Preschool Board members will reach out to discuss pick up and payment for auction items.

         All proceeds go directly to our wonderful Preschool!

        If you choose not to purchase anything at the auction, please consider making a donation directly to Community Preschool. Click here to donate!

        THANK YOU for your support! We hope to "see" you all on Saturday!

        Our Preschool Will Be Closed through May. But We Will Reopen in the Fall for the 2020–2021 School Year

        After discussing the COVID-19 pandemic with the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment, our state licensing specialist, and other area preschools, we have made the very difficult decision to close our preschool for the remainder of the 2019–2020 year. We will reopen in the Fall.

        These times are unsettling and unexpected, and we're heartbroken and so sorry that we will not be able to end the year with you and your children. Teachers and board members are working on a plan to stay connected to all of our families during this difficult time, and we'll be in touch. For now, we hope you and your children are safe and healthy.

        If you have questions about tuition reimbursement, please contact the treasurer. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support.

        We will get through this together.

        Your Community Preschool Teachers and Board of Directors

        CLICK HERE (Available 8:00 a.m. Monday February 17th)

        Preregistration Will Open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday February 17th and Close on Thursday February 20th at 5:00 p.m.

        Photo Day

        Bring your smile and your order form! A portion of the sales benefit our school!  Click here for an order form.

        Tuesday, October 1

        10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

        • TTh 3s Mrs. Martinez
        • TTh 3s Mrs. Abbott

        1:00 p.m.

        • MTTh 4s Mrs. Martinez
        Wednesday, October 2

        9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

        • Pre-K Ms. Jodie
        • MW 3s Mrs. Abbott
        • MWF 4s Mrs. Martinez
        Friday, October 4

        9:00 a.m.

        • 2.5s Mrs. Abbott
        • Any makeup from other classes

        Tuesday February 4th - We will be operating our usual Tuesday schedule today.

        As always, please use your own discretion in determining whether the roads are safe in your area before coming in.

        Field Trips to the Pumpkin Patch Cancelled

        Due to weather we cancelled Ms. Jodie's field trip today, Monday October 28th and Mrs. Martinez's field trip tomorrow Tuesday October 29th.  We will have a normal class schedule at preschool instead.

        Spaghetti Dinner 
        Friday, October 18th from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

        Join us for our Annual Homemade Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale fundraiser. 
        Donations will be accepted at the door for dinner.  We will also sell tickets for $1 for dessert and $1 for face painting. 

        We are supported by the love and generosity of so many people.  Marco Scalise and Norm Goding have cooked for our spaghetti dinner for 18 years.  They spend hours preparing a homemade spaghetti dinner that benefits our school!

        We are encouraging families to bring a dessert for our bake sale. Please make sure desserts are individually portioned (i.e. - cupcakes, cookies, cut up brownies etc) and nut-free.

        We will offer face painting for the children again too.

        We will also provide gluten-free pasta also.

        This event is a great opportunity to get to know other families in your child's preschool class and for our alumni families to visit their teachers and friends.   We hope you can make it!

        Tour Community Preschool

        Would you like to learn more about Community Preschool and what we have to offer your family at our preschool? RSVP to tour the preschool and see what our play-based, parent-cooperative preschool is all about.

        Call 970-669-4323 or click here to email and reserve your spot for the tour at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesdays!

        Thanksgiving Break - November 25th through 29th

        There is no school Monday November 25th through Friday November 29th.  If you leave a message on our voicemail we will be happy to return all calls on Monday December 2nd.

        Enjoy your Thanksgiving week and we will see you in December!

        Nominate Community Preschool for SCHEELS Giving Campaign by Sunday December 8th

        Scheels will donate cash awards to local nonprofits that make a difference in our community. To nominate Community Preschool, please fill out this form with your full name, email and Community Preschool's name under the Youth Support Organization category. Nominations are only accepted until Sunday Dec. 8th, and winners will be announced Dec. 10th.

        Thank you for your nominations!

        HOLIDAY CONCERT and PARTY Tuesday December 17th & Wednesday December 18th at 10:30 a.m.

        Mark your calendars, the Holiday Programs will be on Tuesday December 17th and Wednesday December 18th beginning at 10:30.  Our singing program will be in the gym, come early since setting is limited!  Here is the class schedule:

        December 17th - Tuesday
        Mrs. Abbott T/TH Class
        Mrs. Martinez T/TH Class
        Mrs. Martinez P.M. Class

        December 18th - Wednesday
        Mrs. Abbott M/W Class
        Mrs. Martinez MWF Class
        Ms. Jodie Pre-K Class

         All classes will begin at the normal time (except Mrs. Martinez afternoon 4's, there will be no afternoon class on December 17th).  

        Families will receive a SignUpGenius link from their Class Coordinators to select what food they would like to bring.  All food must be NUT-FREE and NOT homemade.  Thank you so much for bringing snacks to our program we appreciate your wonderful generosity!  

        After the concert, your child will be taken back to their classroom and you will go and sign them out.  Afterwards please stay to enjoy snacks, a visit with Santa and visit our Scholastic book fair.  Our 2's class will not participate in the holiday program, but you and your child are welcome to come either day to watch the other classes, enjoy a snack, see Santa and our Scholastic Book Fair. 

        Please see your child's teacher or Ms. Tammy with any questions.

        Scholastic Book Fair - Snow Much to Read!

        December 12 from  8:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
        December 13 from 8:45–11:30 a.m.
        December 16 from 8:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
        December 17 from 8:45–11:45 a.m.                                                                      December 18 from 8:45–11:45 a.m.

        Join us at Community Preschool for our second annual Scholastic Book Fair. We will receive a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for preschool and elementary students, and all purchases benefit our school. Scholastic Books make great holiday gifts!

        You can also order online from December 6–19. The online orders will not arrive until after Christmas break, but it is a wonderful opportunity to increase your child’s home library. The book fair will replace our monthly Scholastic book orders for November, December, and January.

        Please click here for more information. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Tammy.

        Annual Walk-a-Thon and Potluck Picnic

        Community Preschool families join us for the annual walk-a-thon and picnic! It will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20 at Dwayne Webster Veteran’s Park (Cannon Park). It’s a fun way to raise funds and socialize. 

        • Pledge envelopes will be distributed in the children’s cubbies at school.
        • Invite family and friends to make a tax-deductible donation and come walk with us. Complete the pledge form and return it in the treasurer’s box at school.
        • Come to the walk-a-thon on the day your child attends class.
          —Mrs. Abbott’s MW 3s and Mrs. Martinez’s PM 4s: Attend whichever day works best. Please arrive at the park at 10:30 a.m.
          —Mrs. Martinez’s TR 3s and MWF 4s: Come to class at the usual time in the morning, and then pick up your child at 10:00 a.m. and go to the park.
          —Ms. Jodie’s MTWR 4s: Bring your child directly to Dwayne Webster Veteran’s Park at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 19 for a scavenger hunt and story time.
          —Mrs. Abbott’s TR 3s: Bring your child directly to Dwayne Webster Veteran’s Park at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 19 for a scavenger hunt and story time.
          —Mrs. Abbott’s F 2s: Simply meet at the park at 10:30 a.m. to begin the walk-a-thon on Friday September 20.
        • Wear your Community Preschool t-shirt if you have one, and bring your camera. We will walk three laps around the playground area together. Each child who participates will receive a small prize.
        • Bring a nut-free dish to share. We will be using SignUpGenius.com so watch for an email to sign up. Items needed are: Main Dishes (noodles, chicken, casserole, small sandwiches, hot dogs, etc.), Desserts (cookies, brownies, fruit kabobs, etc.), Side Dishes (fruit, vegetables, pasta salad, green salad, etc.), Other Sides (chips, dip, popcorn, pretzels, etc.).
        • Parent-helpers for these days, please bring cups and drinks to share. (Your children will have show and tell before going to the park in Mrs. Martinez classes)
        • Pack plates and plasticware/silverware for your family. Also bring any serving utensils needed for your potluck dish.
        • And most importantly, have fun!

        Because we are a corporation, and parents are members of that corporation, all members must attend one yearly meeting​. Parent orientation serves as that annual meeting. Community Preschool is holding parent orientation on several dates and times in August and September. At least one parent MUST attend one session. All sessions will be held at the school.

        New Family Orientation
        (30 to 45 minutes. Open to New or Returning Families.)
        • August 23 at 9:30 a.m.
        • August 23 at 10:30 a.m.
        • August 28 at 6:00 p.m. 
        Returning Family Orientation
        (20 minutes. For Returning Families only.)
        • September 5 at 9:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. 
        • September 6 at 9:15 a.m.

        If you do not attend during a scheduled time, you will be required to pay for a private meeting for a fee of $40.

        You will be asked to sign a form attesting that you have read the entirety of the Community Preschool Parent Handbook.

        Scholastic Book Fair Thank You

        Thank you to all our families and relatives who supported our first Scholastic Book Fair!  It was very successful and our teachers will now have extra funds to purchase books and academic material for our classrooms.

        We are so grateful and we hope you enjoy your books!  Happy Holidays and we will see you in January!

        Waiting List for Full Classes

        Our classes are all full for this spring but we can add your child to our waiting list. Should there be an opening in your requested class, we will contact you.

        Please email the class coordinator to be added to the waiting list (Stefani for 2s/3s classes, or Jenn for 4s classes).

        Find the answers to your questions about our classes on our Register for Classes page, or contact a class coordinator.

        Openings in Current 2017–2018 Classes

        We are currently registering for openings in the following classes for 2017–2018:

        • Ms. Jodie’s Pre-K 4s on Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

        If you are interested in registering, please follow these steps:

        1. Contact the class coordinator, (Kayla D. for 4s classes).
        2. Complete the 2017–2018 Registration Packet. (Pages 6–8 including the Student Health Record, Certificate of Immunization, and Addendum MUST be completed AFTER June 1, 2017.)
        3. Be prepared to pay the non-refundable $70 non-refundable registration fee and the current quarter’s tuition by check.

        We need 48 hours from the time that you submit the registration paperwork and tuition payment to process your child’s enrollment, and for the teacher to prepare for your child to attend class.

        Please be sure to check out The Parent Helper newsletter for January!

        Click here to access the January 2018 newsletter.