Meet the Teacher

Mrs. Penny McDougald

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Originally from Smithfield, North Carolina, I have lived in Harnett County for 28 years now. I am married and we have two daughters. I have been in the Early Childhood field for over 20 years. I have always had a love for children and that love spills over into the classroom,where I am able to nurture, protect and engage their minds to explore many different and fun things. Our class is designed to help every child that walks through our doors with the opportunity to  explore, have fun, get a good start, and be successful in learning.

Phone: (919) 639-4480

Email: pmcdougald@harnett.k12.nc.us

Degrees & Certifications:

BA in Early Childhood Education, Licensure in Birth-Kindergarten-CPR-First Aid Certified

Daily Schedule

Room 401

  1. 7:50-8:30 - Arrival /Free Choice in learning centers

  2. 8:30-9:00- Breakfast

  3. 9:00-9:20 Group Meeting

  4. 9:20-11:00 Free Choice in learning centers, Small groups

  5. 11:00-11:45 Outside Time

  6. 11:45-12:40- Prepare for lunch (lunch set time 11:45-12:30)

  7. 12:40-2:30- Short actv. on carpet, bathroom, put beds down quiet actv. (Settle down/ Rest time 1- 2:30)

  8. 2:30- 3:00 Bathroom, etc. Free Choice in learning centers (30 min)

  9. 2:30-3:00- Free Choice in learning centers 

  • Snack

  • Departure                            

*Personal routines, such as hand washing and toileting, are completed by individual needs of the children.

*Water is given as needed to each child; the schedule is flexible due to any teachable moments .

NC Curriculum Standards

PreK Happenings