Jack & Jill Philosophy
Our
mission is to provide quality Preschool and Kindergarten programs which foster
creativity, curiosity, and self-expression in each child. Through personal attention, which celebrates
uniqueness of each child, Jack & Jill offers a stimulating classroom
environment which nurtures a child’s social, emotional, intellectual, and
physical growth. Our goal is to instill
a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.
In the late
1960’s, two young mothers rekindled a college friendship after a chance meeting
of the Junior Women's Club. In searching
for a creative learning environment for their own small children, Rita Moore and
Carol Maurer joined forces and the Jack & Jill Nursery School and
Kindergarten was established. Beginning with small classes in their own
homes for two years, the school grew to three centers in Iona, Lebanon and
Myerstown. Throughout their partnership,
Rita and Carol have had the privilege of enjoying a close relationship with the
nearly 4,000 children who have passed though Jack & Jill's doors.
Additionally, treasured friendships developed between the children's parents and
the founders.