About OMPS Preschool

The OMPS Preschool Program will align with the core operational and learning principles of Old Mission Peninsula School, in an environment of respect, responsibility, courage, and kindness. The OMPS Preschool is designed to foster connection with children's eagerness and readiness to learn and promote the social-emotional development of each child so that each child has the opportunity to develop mental, social and physical capacity and skills that will serve them well as they grow into their childhood and future adulthood. The OMPS classroom is designed to be a warm, engaging and safe space to learn and grow. Preschool activities will include regular play, exploration and learning opportunities within the extensive outdoor campus available at Old Mission.  ​

Meet:
Leah Derris,
Lead Preschool Teacher
& Director

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Meet:
Cheri Stainforth,
Preschool Teacher 

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• Hours, Rates and Basic Info
• Program Payment Options
• Fee Payment Schedule Options
• Meet the Director & Teachers

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Download the Preschool Handbook

Enrollment Form

Preschool Hours are 8:15 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. and will follow the regular OMPS school schedule for the 2023-2024 school year. The first day of school and preschool is scheduled for
​September 5, 2023.
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If you would like to enroll in the OMPS Preschool for 2023-2024, please email your name and contact information and ages of your children you wish to enroll to l.derris@ompschool.org.

All fees are required to be paid in advance of your child attending the Preschool Program.
OMPS Preschool fees may be made by two methods:

Option 1. Pay via the school payments management system called EZ School Apps (current OMPS families may be familiar with this program because OMPS uses the EZ School Apps Lunch Payment System for our lunch program).
Click this link: https://www.ezschoolapps.com/ParentLogin.aspx to set up an EZ School Payments account. The school will link you to your child in the system and your payments owed will be applied by the school to your account.

What can I do when I sign up for EZ School Apps?
Use your credit card to deposit money into your child(ren)’s account anytime from anywhere using any browser.
View your child’s account balance 24/7.
Receive notifications when your child’s account balance is low.

What are my payment options?
Credit Card/Debit Card: The convenience fees for the use of a credit or debit card are:
$1.95 for any deposits $50 or under
2.90% + $0.30 for any deposits over $50

What is my child’s current balance?
You can log into your child's account here to find their balance at the bottom of the page. 
 If you have any questions, please contact us at 231.252.0225 or info@ompschool.org.

Option 2. Pay by check mailed to the school. OMPS is not able to accept or process cash payments, but checks can be mailed to the school address. Please ensure your check is mailed in advance of the 15th of each month so that payments can be processed by that deadline.

1. Pay full yearly payment by September 15th.
2. Pay monthly - payments due by the 15th of the preceding month. These payments will be based on the monthly rate listed on the OMPS Preschool Fee Schedule.

Please make complete payment on a timely basis. OMPS must collect Program fees at these specific due dates in order to operate the Preschool Program and pay our teachers. 

Meet Leah Derris, OMPS Preschool Program Director & Lead Teacher

Education

Leah graduated with an Associates Degree in Early Education, a Bachelors Degree in Community Education and Engagement and has two sub majors of Administration and Childcare.​

Why teach?

Leah is thrilled to start her journey with OMPS this year and help the new Preschool Program flourish. 

She strives to provide children with the best possible early childhood experiences. She believes this is the foundation to help shape their minds for the future. 

Interests & Hobbies

When Leah is not shaping minds, she enjoys being outdoors as well as taking part in athletic hobbies. 

Education

I graduated with a BA from Saginaw Valley State University. I have worked
with children in some capacity my entire career! I enjoyed 13 years at an
elementary school in Frankenmuth, 6 of those years were spent in
preschool. For many years, I had the privilege of working with children and
their families who were a part of the Special Education program. I am an
advocate for ALL children regardless of their abilities. For the past 4 years,
I have been the Early Literacy Specialist at the Wickson District Library in
Frankenmuth. ​

Why teach?

​​I honestly get excited when I am around children. Their energy is
contagious! There is nothing better than seeing a child grow and develop
right before your eyes! Getting to know each child individually and
fostering a love for education is such an amazing opportunity!​

interests & hobbies

​I love spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy boating, painting,
reading, bike riding, SUP, walking, and my dog, Finley!