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A cooperative preschool is a program that is operated by a group of parents who take an active interest in their children's first educational experience. Parents help the teacher in the classroom, are given opportunities for education, and are involved in decision-making.

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WHAT IS A CO-OP?

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WHY A CO-OP?

Benefits a Co-op Preschool Offers Children: - A wider world to explore and enjoy

- Encourages self-esteem and self-confidence

- Above average adult to child ratio in classroom

- Children play and learn to respect others

- Expressive materials, games and art activities

- Builds a positive attitude towards school

PCPO board and employees are current and former preschool parents and teachers (and sometimes alumni!) who are passionate about play-based education and cooperative community 

WHO IS PCPO?

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT PCPO

April

4/16 (Tues), 7:00 pm General Meeting (PCPO members only)

May

5/11 (Sat), 10 am - 2 pm PLAY PDX

5/21 (Tues), 7 pm New Officers' Workshop (PCPO members only)

UPCOMING OPEN HOUSES

Oregon

 

Multnomah County

 

Multnomah Playschool (SW)

Sunday, April 28th, 2-4 pm

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