The program is designed to develop pre-academic and social skills that will allow these students to succeed in Kindergarten and throughout their educational careers. ULPK students learn to become independent, self-confident, enthusiastic learners. Upson-Lee Pre-K is housed in a beautifully renovated building that was originally the James R. Atwater Science Building of the Thomaston City School System. The building consists of six classrooms with twenty-two students per class, a cafeteria, and a large auditorium. All classrooms have six distinct centers: language and literacy, math concepts, science, art, physical development, and social competence. All classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and permanently mounted video projectors. Parent involvement in the Pre-K experience is encouraged through Parent Orientations, Parent Workshops, Parent Fairs, Student/Parent Talent Night, Student/Parent Thanksgiving Luncheon, and more. ULPK provides a happy and loving first-year experience at school. One of my former teachers, Mrs. Johnny Etters Ellington, inspired me to always do my best and to reach for the stars. Since that time, I have wanted to be the inspiration for my students. We don’t always know what type of support system our students have at home; therefore, I want to provide every student with the inspiration and the support to reach for their dreams and touch the stars.” ~Jana Marks, Upson-Lee PreKindergarten Director
