SUPPORT TEACHERS

GRAMMY

Grammy loves to volunteer in our classroom! She is great at building blocks,
doing puppet shows and reading with the kids. When Grammy is not spending time at Preschool, she enjoys card making, reading, going for long walks or bike rides and spending time with her 6 grandchildren. Grammy is no ordinary Grandma. She's young, energetic and full of life.
A great helper in our Preschool!


MISS EMILY
Emily Family Pic
Miss Emily is just plain TERRIFIC.
She is the mother of two darling children, a daughter named Allison and a son named James. She has been married to her handsome husband Jared for 9 years and they reside here in Provo. Emily grew up in Northern California, attended West Valley College, spent many years as a nanny, and in her spare time enjoys reading, the beach and working with preschoolers!



Classroom Supplies

This is a list of the most commonly used items in our classroom for those parents who frequently ask what the can donate or contribute to our school:

Crayons (Washable Only)
Elmers Glue (Washable Only)
Glue Sticks (Washable Only)
Craft Paper of any kind
Colored Pencils
Markers (Washable Only)

Books (Both New and Used)
Wooden Puzzles
Play Dough or Modeling Clay

Clorox Wipes
Hand Sanitizer
Kleenex

As far as snacks go: any crackers, resealable items, juice boxes, etc. are wonderful. If you would like to provide a snack for a particular letter or theme, as has been done in the past, just talk with me the day before and let me know!

Our Supply Stores of choice:
Alphabet Station
Utah/Idaho Supply
Target
Amazon.com




*Again, parents please remember that this list is simply for those who would like to donate and contribute supplies to our classroom, there is no obligation nor requirement.*

What are those parents saying about us?



“We have participated in Miss Morgan's summer camps and monthly science camps and it has been a great experience every time. We would enroll for regular preschool sessions if we didn't live so a far away (Lehi).

One of the most impressive things about Miss Morgan is how much she really cares about each of her students. She knows each of them individually and all the things that make them tick. When she takes the time to do that, she is able to really zero in on what their needs and strengths are. And she does that and then works with them one-on-one.

Miss Morgan also is great at communicating with the parents. You don't send your kid to school blindly. She touches base often to keep you posted on successes or what you could focus on more at home.

Brilliant Beginnings is exactly what it says. Learning beginnings that are solid, fun and practical. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Brilliant Beginnings to anyone who is looking for a great start to school. “

-BB Parent Whitney Ingram
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"Miss Morgan has been nothing but professional, caring, creative, energetic, thoughtful, fair and hard-working. I love Brilliant Beginnings Preschool so much. I love the high standards and the flow and pace that is set. I believe an above average program is run at Brilliant Beginnings. Miss Morgan does an amazing job. The kids (and their moms) need her. I appreciate all the time, energy and love that she puts into her program!"

-BB Parent Jessica Hansen
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“Miss Morgan is perfectly suited to be teaching young children. Her lessons are silly and memorable--each day is filled with singing, games, creative learning, artwork, and laughter. While she makes learning fun, her no nonsense approach to cleanliness and safety in the classroom will put you at ease about leaving your kids in her competent hands. Simply put, Brilliant Beginnings is just what you've been looking for!”

-BB Parent Erin Bigler
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“We had the best experience possible for during the two years our son Tyler attended Brilliant Beginnings.  Tyler couldn't wait to go to school and would run inside, always ready and excited.  I felt as a mom that my child was in a caring, safe, clean, and fun place.  We really enjoyed coming to the programs, and all the amazing field trips.  Tyler still talks about friends he made in preschool, as well as Miss Morgan.  The graduation program at the end of the year was awesome! The time put into all the children’s journal books, artwork, and gift boxes, along with the fun program and balloons in the air, it was a very special night.  We would highly recommend Brilliant Beginnings to anyone!  We love Miss Morgan!”

-BB Parent Natalie Jensen
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"My daughter has attended Brilliant Beginnings for the past two years and she absolutely LOVES it!  Miss Morgan is always positive, uber prepared, and really strives to get to know the children on an individual basis.  Abby has also attended two summer programs and several Science camps.  Morgan's curriculum is challenging, yet not unreachable.  Abby has learned, felt successful, made friends, and will always hold Miss Morgan in high esteem."

-BB Parent Carrie Garner
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“My daughter was enrolled at Brilliant Beginnings for two and a half years and is now in Kindergarten. I love Miss Morgan and Brilliant Beginnings so much, and I am sending my next daughter this coming school year. Miss  Morgan has a rapport with kids that was exactly what I was looking for.  She is fun, and creative, and patient, and understanding.  What I like most about Miss Morgan, is how she does not let her classes get away from her.  My daughter could be chatty, and sometimes caused trouble. Miss Morgan wasn’t afraid to openly work with her behavior, and help my daughter to learn self control, in a very firm and  loving way.  I really appreciated this because I wanted my daughter to learn to listen to, and have respect for, adults other than her dad and I.  Miss Morgan always let me know how things were going in class, and I appreciated feeling so informed, because I could talk with my daughter at home, and have open communication lines. I love that she does parent/teacher conferences, and lets you know how your child is progressing, and where they need help.

I have never seen another teacher with more creative, fun ideas for learning.  Each week was a new adventure, and my daughter always came home full of exciting stories.  I love that she keeps her class sizes small, so she can give each child the time and attention that they need.  I also love that the preschool is in her home.  I feel like my girls are safe there, and well cared for.

I truly believe that Miss Morgan teaches because she loves these children, and she loves learning.  She wants to see them grow and succeed academically, and socially.  She puts her whole heart into her preschool.  I am so glad that I found her, and have/would recommend her to anyone looking for a preschool!”

-BB Parent Valerie Shelley
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“We have had a wonderful preschool experience Miss Morgan, and Brilliant Beginnings! When I first heard about her preschool, I looked through her website to see if it would be a good fit for my daughter.  I was blown away and very impressed with all of the activities she has done with her preschoolers during her career. She is full of creativity and does such a great job. It is obvious that she spends so much time preparing and planning the activities and lessons. My daughter has loved Miss Morgan and I was impressed with how much she learned just in the first couple of months of preschool. Another thing that caught my attention was how clean and organized Miss Morgan keeps her classroom, it even smells clean. It does! We have been so happy with our experience, and  I would highly recommend Brilliant Beginnings to anyone looking for an amazing teacher and preschool program!”

-BB Parent Natalie Pearson
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“I have four children, and I've been to five different preschools in my motherhood career.  Brilliant Beginnings was hands down, our best preschool experience. It had exactly what I was looking for. I wanted something that was comfortable, professional, and engaging for my child, not just a daycare center mingled with a little bit of learning. My daughter who was lucky enough to attend Brilliant Beginnings,  came home from preschool every day with something new to tell me...from the field trips, classroom activities and projects, to the awesome special visitors.  I felt it was very much worth my time and money for her to attend Brilliant Beginnings.

And hey, I also took it as a pretty good sign that my daughter would play "Miss Morgan" at home. She had a love and respect for her teacher, and still (three years later!) talks about how she misses going to preschool.

-BB Parent Brittnie Lunt
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"We are half way through our first year at Brilliant Beginnings Preschool. Miss Morgan is fantastic, and has done wonders for our son. He's always excited to go to school, and is eager to learn. Since attending BBP I've seen more confidence in him, as well as an enthusiasm for learning letters,  and guess what! He is even beginning to read! I've seen him grow in so many ways, and I know his growth is a result of his attendance at  Brilliant Beginnings Preschool."

-BB Parent Heather Mildenstein
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“When our shy little Hadley was four years old, we were having a tough time finding the right preschool for her. She was very hesitant, and wasn’t even sure she wanted  to go to preschool at all. After a lot of searching and asking around, an old friend told us about Miss Morgan, and her preschool. We checked out the website, and quickly gave Miss Morgan a call. We knew immediately, that this would be the right place for us, for Hadley. And indeed it was!
What a great year we had! Everything Miss Morgan does is very well thought out, and so creative, Hadley loved going to school and learned so much everyday.  She still talks about how fun preschool was,  and she is in now in the 1st grade! Thank you for helping my child learn and grow, Miss Morgan!”

-BB Parent Rebecca Richards
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“I highly recommend Brilliant Beginnings Preschool.  The classroom is very clean, and bright, and inviting, and organized! Making it so comfortable for the child, as well as the parent.  Miss Morgan is always prepared with plenty of material for each class day.  She is on time starting and finishing class.  My daughter gets one on one attention and guidance from her during class, as well as ample opportunities for social growth and development.  My daughter has learned so much, and I am constantly  impressed by what Miss Morgan has incorporated into her Preschool.  I will be sending my other children to Brilliant Beginnings for sure!”

-BB Parent Ashley Atwater
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“A big thing that stood out for me was while our son attended Brilliant Beginnings, was Miss Morgan’s low tolerance for bullying, and unkindness of any kind among her students.  She really puts their safety and happiness at the top of her priority list.  I knew that my son was safe, that he felt safe, and that he was happy and loved.

I also loved all of the class communication! Monthly newsletters, calendars, emails, and even occasional text messages.  I feel comfortable talking with Miss Morgan, and I  feel that I can have any concerns addressed quickly and effectively.”

-BB Parent Gillian Smith
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“Miss Morgan is a phenomenal teacher!! She thoroughly takes time in preparing her lessons,  and gives her full attention to teaching and educating her students. Miss Morgan truly cares about each on of her students and that is truly felt as you enter her classroom. She has an excellent curriculum for the students and my son LOVES all the fun dynamics that she incorporates into her lessons. Miss Morgan also does a great job of keeping the parents informed of everything that is going on by way of newsletters, calenders and a website. I looked around and found no other preschool that could offer what Miss Morgan offers. I am VERY impressed with Brilliant Beginnings Preschool and I highly support and recommend it!! I will not send my children anywhere else!

-BB Parent Erica Royer
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“Brilliant Beginnings Preschool has more than exceeded my expectations. I'm amazed at how much my daughter has learned, and so quickly. She's excited about learning and loves going to school. Miss Morgan is a wonderful teacher; she's professional, prepared--and fun! I know she loves my daughter and has her best interests in mind. I couldn't ask for a better preschool for my child!”

-BB Parent Kim Sandoval
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"I couldn't be more impressed with Miss Morgan and Brilliant Beginnings Preschool. My child is learning so much, and I can't believe all the new things she can do each week. The kids in her classes are so excited to attend preschool, and mine wishes that every day she could visit Miss Morgan. Miss Morgan runs a very efficient, organized,  and prepared classroom and makes learning fun and exciting for her students. My child comes home with creative projects, and papers that reinforce and coordinate with those things they are focusing on in class each week. Miss Morgan is energetic, spunky, happy, caring, and professional. I know she deeply cares for my child and wants her to succeed. I also really appreciate that she keeps us parents well informed with calendars, newsletters, emails and website updates. We just love Miss Morgan and think she is the best. We would HIGHLY recommend Brilliant Beginnings to everyone we know!"

-BB Parent Anne Hagberg

Meet Miss Morgan

Miss Morgan (and her family!)
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A little bit about myself, Miss Morgan.
My love for working with children really started at a preee-tty young age. It is definitely safe to say that I have ALWAYS enjoyed working with preschool age children. Always!

At 16 years old, I jumped with joy at the opportunity I was given to work as a Child Care Provider & Assistant Preschool Teacher for a local day care. Yep, I was merely 16! It was my dream job. I couldn't wait to leave highschool on the days that I got to work at the Preschool.

As a senior in high school, I completed a full-year internship at Timpanogos Elementary School in Provo Utah. I spent my weekday afternoons in a 1st grade classroom! It was AWESOME. I worked alongside the teacher, focusing on phonics/reading and teaching the students sign language.

After I graduated from high school, I furthered my training and education at Utah Valley University in Orem Utah, in the Early Childcare and Education Program.
While attending UVU, I worked as an Onsite Coordinator for Grandview Elementary School in Provo Utah. Where my job included; organizing and running an after-school program, teaching Pre-K summer school, working as a student advocate and well, filling in as a substitute teacher (my favorite!).

My most recent job, before "retiring" to be a stay at home mom, was as a Teacher for Adventure Time Preschool/Daycare, also in Provo Utah.

My ultimate goal through all of the above training and schooling, was to open my own Preschool.
I am happy to say that I have accomplished that goal!

I look forward to hearing from you, meeting you,
and above all teaching your wonderful children.

You can read more from Miss Morgan on her personal blog [HERE].
You can also follow Miss Morgan on Instagram Username: miss_morgan_

For Information on the Support Teachers at
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool see [HERE]

USBORNE BOOKS

I love Usborne Books. They are high in quality and in content. I use them in my curriculum and with my own children at home. For more information go here.

We will have a class book order monthly, through Usborne.
1 or 2 books will be highlighted each month that are specific to our classroom curriculum. This is a great way for you to reinforce at home, what your child is learning in class. You do not have to purchase these specific books, all Usborne Books will be available to order each month. Any book purchasing is optional.

All credit for purchases will go toward books for the classroom.

CONTACT US

Looking to enroll your child in the upcoming school year?
Shoot Me an Email for information!

DON'T BE SHY!

Please email with any interest,
questions, comments, praises contributions or concerns.
preschool.bb@gmail.com

Brilliant Beginnings is located in (central) Provo, Utah.

Have preschool idea or activity that you'd like to share with us?
I'd love that.
Just Email Me!

INFORMATION

LOCATION
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool is located in Provo Utah.
Contact Miss Morgan via email for address details and/or directions to the school.

FACTS
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool is registered with the state of Utah
and is licensed through Provo City.
Teachers are educated, trained, and well experienced in Early Childcare and Education.  
They are Certified in CPR and First Aid
and have been through the Utah County Food Handler's Permit Course.
Please contact Miss Morgan via email for information regarding
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool's Policies and Procedures, and answers to FAQ's.

CURRICULUM
Brilliant Beginnings does not work from any one specific curriculum program. There are so many wonderful programs out there and we prefer to build on ideas from a variety of quality sources. There are not state requirements in Utah for preschool curriculum, but we do however, follow the Utah Core Curriculum guidelines and set our preschoolers on track to accomplish appropriate Pre-K goals to prepare them for Kindergarten. Our curriculum includes beginning phonics and reading, early writing skills, music, art, beginning science, early math and a variety of organized sensory development activities. We also provide plenty of opportunities for social play and of course, FUN!  

ELIGIBILITY
Children must be potty trained.
Brilliant Beginnings is not equipped to manage children with special needs.

Children must meet the age requirements listed in the class information below. 

CLASS Information and Tuition Breakdown

Preschool Sessions run from September to May and follows the Provo School District Calendar.  

2013-2014 School Year
Little Scholars-Kindergarten Prep for students age 4. Students must turn 4 by September 1st of the current school year to be eligible for this tract and will focus on skills to prepare them as they advance to kindergarten upon completion. Class will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15-11:45 am. Tuition for this class is $100 per month; a registration deposit of $40 is required.

Early Explorers- Gateway to learning for students age 3, class will be held on Wednesdays from 9:15-11:45 am. Tuition for this tract is $50/month; a registration deposit of $40 is required. Students who are enrolled in Early Explorers this year have an automatic (but not contracted) spot in Little Scholars for the following year.

PAYMENT  
Cash or Check
Checks made payable to Brilliant Beginnings.
Credit Card Payments available through Paypal.
Send a personal payment to preschool.bb@gmail.com

Be sure to include your name and tuition month in the subject line.
A Tuition Invoice will be given each month. Receipts are available upon request.

Mission Statement


For The Children

I want the children to feel a sense of safety and security while in my classroom. I want them to feel love and acceptance, individuality and challenge, direction and purpose. And, I want them to have FUN and ENJOY themselves. I will create a classroom with all of these aspects; an environment which will allow the children to learn and grow.


For The Parents

I will work to create and maintain a good relationship with the parents of my children. I will provide detailed information on classroom activities, goals and progress feedback. I want each parent to feel comfortable leaving their child in my classroom, with the knowledge that their child is safe and well taken care of. I desire to form a partnership with each parent, to be approachable as a teacher and to make sure that each parent knows just how thankful I am for their children.


For Myself

I will do everything I can to see that each need is met within my classroom. I will do what is necessary to make sure each child knows that I care for them and that I want them to succeed. Their development is important to me. I commit myself to continual learning and training. I will strive to help each child develop at his or her own pace. I will continually incorporate new ideas and keep my children excited about learning. I will provide a curriculum that is both fun and challenging and I will encourage the growth of each individual student and their amazing mind!