2-Year-Old Class

  • Our primary goal in the 2-year-old classroom is to help the children learn how much Jesus loves them. Our days are filled with fun as we provide ample time for children to learn through play and interaction with the teachers and their classroom friends.

    Students will:

    • Sing songs.
    • Play on their own and with others.
    • Make crafts.
    • Learn about Jesus.
    • Learn about colors.
    • Learn how to be good listeners.
    • Learn how to interact with others in appropriate ways.
    • Learn how to follow directions.
    • Practice their fine motor skills.
    • Practice their gross motor skills.

  • 2-Day Program

    • Age Requirement
      Age 2 by December 1 of School Year
    • Class Size
      8 Students
    • Student/Teacher Ratio
      4 to 1
    • Days
      Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
    • Class Times
      9 - 11:30 a.m.
    • Payment Plans
      Tuition costs are available on our enrollment page.

  • 1-Day Program

    • Age Requirement
      Age 2 by December 1 of School Year
    • Class Size
      8 Students
    • Student/Teacher Ratio
      4 to 1
    • Days
      Friday
    • Class Times
      9 - 11:30 a.m.
    • Payment Plans
      Tuition costs are available on our enrollment page.

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    Sample Daily Schedule

    9 a.m. // Doors Open

    The main school doors are open from 9 – 9:10 a.m. Doors to the classroom open at 9. Help your child place their belongings in their cubby, get a hug or high five from the teacher, and head into the classroom. Be sure to check the board in the drop-off area for any announcements about the day.

    9 - 9:50 // Free Play and Art

    Students have a chance to explore the classroom and play with each other. Teachers work with students individually on an art project during the play time.

    9:50 - 9:55 // Clean Up Time

    Put away the toys and art supplies. Wash everyone’s hands and work area.

    9:55 - 10:10 // Bible Story and Singing

    The teacher will read a Bible story to the students and sing some songs.

    10:10 - 10:35 // Gym or Outside Time

    If the weather is nice, we’ll play outside on our all-natural playground. If not, it’s off to the gym for fun with trikes, balls, running and more.

    10:35 - 10:55 // Grace and Snack

    Students have opportunity throughout the year to bring a snack to share with the class. Please pack a healthy one! We’ll pray together, thank our friend for bringing snack, and dig in.

    10:55 - 11:20 // Free Play and Art

    More time to hang out and play or finish art projects from earlier in the morning.

    11:20 - 11:30 // Story and Goodbyes

    We end the day with a story and get ready for pickup. Don’t forget to grab the take-home materials in your child’s cubby!

    2-Year-Old Teaching Team

    • Karin McGowan
      Head Teacher, 2-Year-Olds

      Karin McGowan

      Head Teacher, 2-Year-Olds

      Karin joined First Trinity Preschool in November of 2012 as an assistant teacher and became the Head Teacher for the Monday-Friday 2-year-old class in 2020. Prior to that she was assisting in the Sweet Home Universal Prekindergarten.  She’s been married to Christopher since 2002 and has two boys, both having gone through the First Trinity Preschool program. She finds the two-year-olds a great joy and so much fun to be around.  She is blessed to have been called to spend her time here.

      Personal Info and Fun Facts:
      • Experience:
        14 years
      • Favorite Color:
        Purple
      • Favorite Children’s book:
        The Napping House by Audrey Wood
      • Favorite Food:
        Berries and Dark Chocolate
      • Favorite Ice cream:
        Chocolate Marshmallow
      • Favorite Season:
        Fall
      • Hometown:
        Buffalo, New York
      • Hobbies:
        Gardening
      • Family:
        Husband, Chris and 2 sons
    • Jennifer Cullipher
      Assistant Teacher, 2-Year-Olds

      Jennifer Cullipher

      Assistant Teacher, 2-Year-Olds

      Jennifer first came to First Trinity Preschool as a mom, when her son attended the 4-year-old program in 2022. During that school year she helped in the preschool as a parent volunteer sub. Jennifer began working as the assistant teacher in the 2-year-old classroom in September 2023. Before coming to the preschool, Jennifer taught in Maryland and worked as a flight attendant in Georgia. Jennifer loves cooking, watching the Ravens play football and traveling with her husband Darren and son Sutton.

      Personal Info and Fun Facts:
      • Experience:
        13 years total – 7 years teaching & 6 as a mom
      • Favorite Color:
        Purple
      • Favorite Children’s book:
        Go Dogs Go by P.D. Eastman
      • Favorite Food:
        Steamed Crabs
      • Favorite Ice cream:
        Mint Chocolate Chip
      • Favorite Season:
        Fall
      • Hometown:
        Baltimore, Maryland
      • Hobbies:
        Cooking, Watching Ravens football, Traveling
      • Family:
        Husband, Darren and son, Sutton
      • Pets:
        Cat named Espy
First Trinity Preschool is a ministry of First Trinity Lutheran Church.