In our Pre-K classes, children develop autonomy by practicing self-help/life skills, develop a deeper sense of self by exploring personal interests, become more confident through interactions with peers and teachers, and learn about what it means to be a member of a group. As teachers, we facilitate this learning to take place by planning with intention. we select activities that address our unique group of students’ needs and strengths. Age-level activities such as field trips, a Thanksgiving Feast, and Apple Festival allow Pre-K classes to join together for special learning opportunities. Special visits from fire fighters and others enrich the curriculum.
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – Noon with the option to stay until 12:50 pm with lunch bunch.
Download a brochure for the Pre-K program at Duke Memorial Weekday School
| 9:00 – 9:30 am | Students Arrive / Free Play | ||
| 9:30 – 9:45 am | Morning Gathering | ||
| 9:45 – 10:30 am | Centers | ||
| 10:30 – 10:50 am | Group Time ( songs, stories, finger play, Letter of the Week, dramatic play ) | ||
| 10:50 – 11:20 am | Bathroom / Snack | ||
| 11:20 – 11:45 am | Playground | ||
| 11:50 – Noon | Prepare to Go Home | ||
Lunch Bunch is available daily for an additional fee. Lunch Bunch ends at 12:50 pm
Fitness and Music Classes meet each week.
Upcoming special days and events on our Duke Memorial Weekday School CalendarFeb 2-13: DMWS Canned Food Drive
Feb 4: Parents’ Council Meeting
Feb 6: Book Mobile Visit
Feb 6: Deadline for Priority Registration for Fall 2026
Feb 11: Dine-Out at Alpaca
Feb 16: Teacher Workday- No School for Students
Feb 17: Staff Development- No School for Students
Feb 19: In-House Field Trip for K & Pre-K
Feb 20: Board Meeting
Feb 22: Spaghetti Dinner
March 13: Family Movie Night
March 30: Spring Break Begins
April 7: Students Return
April 11: Spring Carnival 10am-1pm
