Multnomah Early Childhood Program

Peer Preschool Program

Multnomah Early Childhood Program has a preschool program for children 3-5 years of age. This is an integrated preschool for children with identified learning challenges and their non-disabled peers.

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Parent Involvement

Research shows parent involvement is the most important factor in determining a child’s success in school. At MECP we believe that you are your child’s best teacher. We look forward to working together with you to help ensure your child enters kindergarten ready to learn.

How can parents be involved?

• Try the ideas and suggestions recommended by your child’s providers.
• Read to your child every day.
• Talk to your child often. Describe, comment and ask questions.
• Play with your child.

What to do if your child is sick

If your child is sick and/or you need to cancel your appointment, please call your service coordinator. If you are unsure of whether to keep your child home or not, please refer to the following documents:

Parent Volunteers

At MECP, we use visual supports for routines, schedules and transitions with children. Visual supports can help children learn new skills and prevent challenging behaviors. Visuals help young children learn and follow routines by helping them understand what is happening “now” and what is happening “next”. They also serve as reminders for verbal directions and help children know exactly what is expected of them.

Because we provide special education services for so many children across Multnomah County, we use many visuals each day. That’s why we’re asking for your help! We are looking for volunteers to come to our offices to help create visuals for children all over the county. You would not be working in our classrooms or directly with children. You would be in our offices printing, gluing, laminating, and cutting out different visual materials. If this sounds like something you would be interested in helping with, please download and fill out a volunteer packet below. After you fill it out completely, please email it back to: mecp_volunteers@ddsd40.org