Preschool - Sandbox

• State-Aligned Curriculum: Engaging, age-appropriate learning paths fully aligned with Ohio Early Learning Standards.

• Expert Staff: Licensed, compassionate educators specializing in early childhood development.

• Inclusive Classrooms: Integrated support and services tailored for students with special educational needs.

• Exploratory Spaces: Safe, supportive environments designed to encourage student curiosity and physical growth.

• Family Engagement: Strong, communicative family-school partnerships.

• Social Foundations: Daily opportunities for peer interaction, collaborative problem-solving, and foundational skill-building.

Preschool classes are held Monday through Thursday. Please refer to our standard hours and adjusted severe weather timelines below.
 

• School Address: Woodlands Elementary School, 1810 Maple Ave., Huron, OH 44839

• Main Office Phone: 419-433-1234 (Please dial extension 1510 to reach the preschool department directly)

Screening & Registration

Ready to join the Little Tigers family? Follow our step-by-step process to secure your child’s enrollment screening:

1. Step 1: Register Online — Complete our digital screening registration form using the link below.

2. Step 2: Pick Up Your Required Packet — Beginning mid-February, parents and guardians must pick up the physical screening packet from the Woodlands Elementary School front office.

3. Step 3: Return Completed Documentation — All completed forms and required residency documentation must be returned to the main office by mid-March to officially confirm your child’s evaluation appointment slot.

Take Action: Open the online [Huron Little Tigers Screening Registration Form].

Positive Behavior Support (PBIS)

At Huron Little Tigers Preschool, we believe in fostering a nurturing, respectful environment where every child can learn and grow. Our approach centers on teaching positive behaviors, building strong relationships, and creating a safe, predictable space for all students.

• Our Philosophy: Discipline is about learning, not punishment. We focus on helping children understand their emotions, express themselves appropriately, develop empathy, and build independence. We view challenging behavior as an opportunity for growth.

• Daily Strategies: Our staff utilizes clear visual schedules, gentle redirection, logical consequences, and positive reinforcement to guide students through school routines.

• Individualized Support: If a child requires additional behavioral help, we closely collaborate with families to build tailored strategies, which may include consulting with our school psychologists or intervention specialists.

Staying Connected

Strong communication between families and educators is essential to each child’s development. We keep you actively engaged throughout the school year using these primary tools:

• ParentSquare: Our central platform for building-wide announcements, classroom updates, event reminders, and direct text messaging with your child's teacher.

• Monthly Newsletters: Classroom-specific updates outlining current learning themes, upcoming dates, and home-activity ideas.

• Progress Reports & Conferences: Regular developmental check-ins and scheduled face-to-face parent-teacher conferences.

Parents are highly encouraged to keep their contact information updated in our student management system and check ParentSquare regularly.

Parent Involvement

Research shows that when families are actively engaged in early education, children develop stronger language skills, build higher social confidence, and maintain better school attendance.

We offer flexible ways to participate that fit your family's schedule:

• Classroom Celebrations: Join us for seasonal events, volunteer reading hours, and special family milestone days.

• At-Home Support: Read with your child daily and engage with the monthly classroom newsletter goals.

• PTO & Committees: Join the parent-teacher organization to advocate for preschool initiatives and help plan community-wide events.

Arrival & Transportation

We work hard to ensure a safe, organized arrival and dismissal routine for our youngest learners.

• Daily Family Drop-Off & Pick-Up: Most preschool families provide their own daily transportation. Vehicle drop-off and pick-up occur at the main entrance of Woodlands Elementary School. Please remain in designated lanes and follow all posted staff directions.

• Special Education Bus Services: Students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that includes specialized transportation as a related service will be contacted directly by the Huron City Schools Transportation Department prior to the start of the year.

• Safety Rule: All preschoolers must be handed off directly to an adult. For bus riders, an adult must be visibly present at the designated stop location to receive the child, or the bus driver will return the student to the school building.

Quick Links & Resources

Access all of your daily digital applications and scheduling files in one centralized location:

• Student Forms Portal: Complete emergency medical profiles and annual registration via the [FinalForms Management Portal].

• Communications Platform: View announcements and message staff by accessing the [ParentSquare Desktop Login].

• Building Context: Access elementary menus and building calendars on the [Woodlands Elementary School Webpage].

• District Overview: Explore central office updates at the [Huron City Schools Homepage].

• Printable Schedules: Download a portable copy of the [2026–2027 Huron City School District Academic Calendar (PDF)].