Nurturing curiosity and wonder for more than 40 years.
“Enrichment beyond the classroom”
Call us: 973-744-6521
Email us: info@mmoprograms.org
Open Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Krizya Ugrate
Dragonflies Lead Teacher
Hi there, My name is Krizya and I am excited to be your child's teacher this year.
I joined MMO Programs in 2024. I have been teaching Early Childhood Education since 2008. In previous years I have been taught using Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences, Play based curriculum, and Reggio Emila/Bank Street pedagogy. I have had the pleasure of Co-leading a Spanish Immersion Program for ages 3 through 4 as well. A few of the things I enjoy are reading spooky stories, spending time with my family (I have 3 brothers and 5 sisters), and collecting crystals. I love listening to music, especially Spanish music and going to concerts! My favorite holiday is Halloween
Communication is KEY to a successful year. I will do my best to send weekly updates on our schools app Brightwheel. The most effective way to reach me is via Brightwheel as it is easy and quick for me to reply. However, you can
reach me via email if that is more convenient for you.
My email:
MMO Email:
MMO Phone Number:
(973) 744-6521
I will do my best to reply to you in a timely manner during my normal school hours (M-F 7:30 to 3:00).
Themes
Throughout the year, we will focus on a variety of developmental milestones tailored to our age group. Our goal is to support growth not only physically but also in areas such as vocabulary expansion, peer socialization, and self-awareness.
Through play-based, hands-on discovery, children will engage with our classroom centers, which include a dramatic play area, blocks and vehicles, tactile exploration, and a reading library.
With the guidance of our dedicated and knowledgeable staff, along with a low adult-to-child ratio of 1:5, we will foster children's growth across all developmental domains. Additionally, we will explore a range of themes, which will enhance our learning experiences throughout the year. Those themes may include:
Friendships
Class rules and Routine
Holidays
Apples
Winter
Fall Leaves
Spring
Mother's Day
Father's Day
Nature
Emotions
Transporation
Families
Earth Day
Shapes and Colors
Community Helpers
Important Reminders
Each day your child should come to school with a backpack, AM and PM snacks, a lunch inside a lunchbox, and a water bottle (filled at home). These items need to be clearly labeled with your child's name.
If your child is not feeling well, please keep them home.
This helps them to heal faster, but also keeps their peers and teachers from healthy. Be sure to send a message on brightwheel if your child will not be attending school.
If your child is sent home due to illness, THEY MAY NOT RETURN TO SCHOOL THE FOLLOWING DAY. For example, if they are sent home Monday the earliest they can return is Wednesday.
If your child is newly potty trained, please speak with me before sending them to school in underwear. More information on our school toileting polices can be found in your family handbook.
A small stuffed animal or lovely is okay to bring for rest time.
We are not responsible for lost or broken items.
Daily Schedule
9:00-9:15 Morning Meeting
9:15-9:20 Bathroom
9:25-9:45 Snack
9:45- 10:25 Gross Motor/Gym
10:25- 11:15 Centers/small group
11:15- 12:00 Gross Motor/Playground
12:00 Lunch
12:35 Bathroom/Handwashing
1:00 Rest time
2:15 Bathroom/Snacks
3:00 Aftercare begins
Special Events
Throughout the year we proudly celebrate special events as a community. We invite you to join us for our Fall Festival, Thanksgiving feast, classroom holiday parties, Special Persons Day and End of year
Celebration. Your participation at these events enriches our community and fosters a sense of connection.
If you would like to celebrate your child's birthday in class, please reach out via Brightwheel, or email. Some families choose to send in individual goody bags to take home or treats for morning snack.
Additionally, I encourage parents to come in the morning and read a book to the class with your child and create a birthday poster board with family pictures.