Divine Grace Lutheran Preschool
Divine Grace Lutheran Preschool
At Divine Grace Lutheran Preschool students will adapt positive feelings towards learning, develop their self-esteem, learn about Jesus and his unconditional love for us, and thrive in a warm, caring, Christian atmosphere!
Flexible Schedules
Choose the schedule that works best for you and your child.
Hands on Learning
Your child will participate in a hands on learning environment with their peers in the classroom.
Low Student to Teacher Ratio
Creating excellent educational growth for each child!
Christ-Centered Learning
Cultivating a loving, warm, Christian environment for your child.
Meet The Staff
Mrs. Barbara Musinski
3 & 4-Year-Old Preschool Teacher, Preschool Director
Mrs. Barbara Musinski (Pretzer) was born in Saginaw, Michigan, to James and Donna Pretzer of Hemlock, Michigan. She attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Hemlock for kindergarten through eighth grade. Barbara graduated from Hemlock High School and then obtained an Associate in Computer Science from Delta College.
The Lord has blessed Barb and her husband, John, with 3 children.
Barbara became active in the childcare program at Divine Grace in August 1989, and has in the years since been blessed with the early childhood ministry. Barbara completed an Associate in Early Childhood Development and earned a Bachelors degree in education from Baker College in 2012.
Barbara is excited and eager to serve our gracious God together with the members of Divine Grace. She is praying that her time here at Divine Grace will prove to be a joy and blessing, all to the glory of God.
Preschool Curriculum
Our caring staff provides opportunities for learning through experiences in these areas:
Spiritual Growth: Through Bible stories, prayers and songs, your child will learn about the love of Jesus their Savior. Spiritual values are developed while living and learning together in a Christian environment.
Social and Emotional Development: Children develop a healthy sense of self, and learn to identify a variety of feelings and moods (in themselves and others). They develop empathy for others as they learn how to share and to help others. Throughout the year, they will grow in the ability to follow simple, clear and consistent directions and rules. Language and Early Literacy: Students learn to demonstrate courteous listening behaviors, along with speech development. They will develop an understanding of story elements, structure, and sequencing. Letter names and sounds will be explored.
Physical Development and Health: Children will begin to understand spatial awareness for themselves, others, and their environment. There will be opportunities to participate in games and exercise that enhance physical fitness. Motor control and coordination will be developed through using a variety of age-appropriate tools.
Mathematics: Several mathematical concepts will be introduced, including sorting, pattern recognition, identifying shapes, weight concepts, relational positioning, counting, adding and subtracting.
Creative Development: Musical activities and creative movement will be introduced. A variety of art materials will be available for students to use and explore. Children will begin to differentiate between fantasy and reality.
Social Studies: Children will learn to use words to describe location and direction. They will also participate in classroom celebrations and will be encouraged to participate in improving their environment.
Science: Observations, predictions, and explanations will be discussed. Children will have the opportunity to use scientific equipment such as magnets and scales. They will also learn about weather and seasons, and will begin to describe changing conditions.