Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool
Our preschool program is located at North Nimishillen Elementary School 7337 Easton Street Louisville, OH.
330-875-7625
330-875-7625
Principal - Mr. Jason Orin
Secretary - Mrs. Lisa Devereaux
Teacher - Mrs. Angie Elliott
Teacher - Mrs. Brooke Whiteleather
Q. How can I get my preschooler in Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Prgram?
The program is designed primarily for preschoolers, 3 - 5 years of age, who have a documented disability in one or
more of the following areas:
a. communication
b. vision
c. hearing
d. motor skills
e. social emotional/behavior
f. elf-help
g. cognitive skills
Q. What is the program philosophy of Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Program?
Louisville City Schools believes that children learn best when given opportunities to explore and manipulate age appropriate materials in a safe, nurturing, and carefully planned environment. Each activity chosen is based on the developmental skills of children. This developmentally appropriate practice promotes gains in all areas of development while making learning fun.
The teachers develop and extend children's interest through a literary-language rich curriculum. Ongoing developmental
progress is assessed regularly, strenghthening teacher instruction and children's learning. This process builds a strong foundation for future learning success and a positive transition to kindergarten
Q. Will the Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Program prepare my child for kindergarten?
Yes, the program is based upon best teaching practices for young children. Children are involved in active learning
experiences that are designed to enhance independence, self-esteem, curiosity, and problem solving.
Q. Is transportation provided for my child to attend Lousiville City Schools Integrated Preschool?
The Louisville City School District will provide transportation for preschoolers who have been identified as having a handicap which requires specialized instruction in one or more of the areas mentioned above.
Q. How many students are enrolled in a classroom?
Each teacher has 6-8 preschooler children with disabilities and up to 8 children without disabilities as "role models." Class
size doesn't exceed 16 children per teacher, without the approval of a Waiver from the Ohio Department of
Education. All of the classrooms have a teacher assistant as well.
Q. What is an integrated classroom?
An integrated classroom is one that includes children with a wide range of developmental levels. A limited number of children ages 4-5 and who are functioning at age-expected levels may attend as role models. Role models pay a fee each month to participate in the program.
Q. Who do I contact about determining if my preschooler has a disability?
You can contact Micki Egli, Director of Special Programs for Louisville City Schools, at 330-875-7602. Information will be obtained from you regarding your concerns. An evaluation may be indicated based on the information provided.
Q. What special services are offered for children through the Lousiville City School Integrated Preschool program?
Special services are offered to those children with identified needs. While the following is not an exclusive list, services may include:
a. speech-language therapy
b. occupational therapy
c. physical therapy
d. audiological services
e. adapted physical education
f. special transportation
Services are provided to children as to their individual needs.
Secretary - Mrs. Lisa Devereaux
Teacher - Mrs. Angie Elliott
Teacher - Mrs. Brooke Whiteleather
Q. How can I get my preschooler in Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Prgram?
The program is designed primarily for preschoolers, 3 - 5 years of age, who have a documented disability in one or
more of the following areas:
a. communication
b. vision
c. hearing
d. motor skills
e. social emotional/behavior
f. elf-help
g. cognitive skills
Q. What is the program philosophy of Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Program?
Louisville City Schools believes that children learn best when given opportunities to explore and manipulate age appropriate materials in a safe, nurturing, and carefully planned environment. Each activity chosen is based on the developmental skills of children. This developmentally appropriate practice promotes gains in all areas of development while making learning fun.
The teachers develop and extend children's interest through a literary-language rich curriculum. Ongoing developmental
progress is assessed regularly, strenghthening teacher instruction and children's learning. This process builds a strong foundation for future learning success and a positive transition to kindergarten
Q. Will the Louisville City Schools Integrated Preschool Program prepare my child for kindergarten?
Yes, the program is based upon best teaching practices for young children. Children are involved in active learning
experiences that are designed to enhance independence, self-esteem, curiosity, and problem solving.
Q. Is transportation provided for my child to attend Lousiville City Schools Integrated Preschool?
The Louisville City School District will provide transportation for preschoolers who have been identified as having a handicap which requires specialized instruction in one or more of the areas mentioned above.
Q. How many students are enrolled in a classroom?
Each teacher has 6-8 preschooler children with disabilities and up to 8 children without disabilities as "role models." Class
size doesn't exceed 16 children per teacher, without the approval of a Waiver from the Ohio Department of
Education. All of the classrooms have a teacher assistant as well.
Q. What is an integrated classroom?
An integrated classroom is one that includes children with a wide range of developmental levels. A limited number of children ages 4-5 and who are functioning at age-expected levels may attend as role models. Role models pay a fee each month to participate in the program.
Q. Who do I contact about determining if my preschooler has a disability?
You can contact Micki Egli, Director of Special Programs for Louisville City Schools, at 330-875-7602. Information will be obtained from you regarding your concerns. An evaluation may be indicated based on the information provided.
Q. What special services are offered for children through the Lousiville City School Integrated Preschool program?
Special services are offered to those children with identified needs. While the following is not an exclusive list, services may include:
a. speech-language therapy
b. occupational therapy
c. physical therapy
d. audiological services
e. adapted physical education
f. special transportation
Services are provided to children as to their individual needs.
Preschool Screenings
Louisville City Schools sponsors 2 Preschool Screening Events (one in the fall and one in the spring) where we observe children mostly in play situations. The purpose of the screening is to identify children who may be in need of special services and typically developing children to serve as role models. Trained professionals check speech and language, pre-academic, motor, and social skills as well as vision and hearing abilities. As a result of the screening, Louisville City Schools provides information to the parents about their child’s overall development in a play-based preschool setting. An Early Childhood Screening Summary will be developed for each participant. Follow-up and referral
services will be provided to families of any child in need of additional services.
While we have 2 formal screenings each year, Louisville City Schools will evaluate a child at any time. If you feel your child has a disability and would like to have him/her evaluated, please call Micki Egli at 330-875-7602.
Louisville City Schools sponsors 2 Preschool Screening Events (one in the fall and one in the spring) where we observe children mostly in play situations. The purpose of the screening is to identify children who may be in need of special services and typically developing children to serve as role models. Trained professionals check speech and language, pre-academic, motor, and social skills as well as vision and hearing abilities. As a result of the screening, Louisville City Schools provides information to the parents about their child’s overall development in a play-based preschool setting. An Early Childhood Screening Summary will be developed for each participant. Follow-up and referral
services will be provided to families of any child in need of additional services.
While we have 2 formal screenings each year, Louisville City Schools will evaluate a child at any time. If you feel your child has a disability and would like to have him/her evaluated, please call Micki Egli at 330-875-7602.