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We Are A Ministry Kids Are Special People began in March of 1986 and was created to serve the needs of parents who were members of First United Methodist Church. Twice per week, KASP provided a safe and fun place for children. Over the years, KASP has grown to accommodate the needs of today’s families. We offer quality care for the youngest children, a full day preschool program and an after-school program.
We also serve as a ministry to the community and our own congregation as a way to draw families into the warmth and Christian friendship of First United Methodist Church, Cathedral of the Rockies. KASP parents who are impressed with our emphasis on youth encourage their children to participate in other FUMC activities such as Vacation Bible School, choir, piano lessons, Sunday School and other events.
For more information regarding FUMC, please go to www.CathedralOfTheRockies.org.
Philosophy
Kids Are Special People is located in the Cathedral of the Rockies and is a licensed and nationally accredited early learning program of the First United Methodist Church. KASP was created to provide a safe, nurturing, Christian atmosphere in which children learn, discover, explorer and grow.
Creative and loving teachers encourage positive self-esteem, independence, problem-solving, communication and socialization skills. We believe a child’s play is their work and encourage cognitive, small motor and large motor activities.
KASP provides a Christian atmosphere of respect and loving appreciation for each child and for the wonders of God’s world. We recognize the unique backgrounds, gifts and differing abilities of all God’s children. Our guiding principle is our name – Kids Are Special People!
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About our program
Welcome, and thank you for your interest in Kids Are Special People. Our goal is to provide quality care for children from the age of six weeks (once they have had their first round of immunizations) to fifth grade (our after-school program picks up at various schools in the area).
We believe that children learn best by doing; exploring the world around them, touching, tasting, listening, smelling and looking. Our class environments and curriculum are designed to be age appropriate. Our program is split into three different areas of focus: Early Education Looping, Full Day Preschool, and After School Programs. This helps us to best meet the needs of children at their individual stage of development, with age being only one factor in determining which class best meets a child’s needs.
Mission Statement Kids Are Special People is a ministry of the First United Methodist Church. We will encourage and nurture each child individually, facilitating all aspects of development: cognitive, emotional and spiritual. We will strive to instill in each child a love for learning and a deep respect for all of God’s creation