Covid 19 Statement; We have created a plan that outlines the recommended practices and strategies we use to protect the health of our children, staff, and families while at the same time ensuring that children are experiencing developmentally appropriate and responsive interactions and environments. We will continue to monitor the CDC and Kent County Health Department for guidance.
For all information about our program or to arrange a tour, please contact us via email: Preschool@fhpcusa.org. Thank you for your interest in our program.
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year will begin January 3, 2023.
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year will begin January 3, 2023.
Fall 2022 Enrollment Information
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Who we are...
FHPC Preschool is part of Forest Hills Church and a part of their mission to the community it serves. We believe that every child is created and loved by God, as declared in the Old and New Testaments and revealed in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere that allows the preschool child to experience God's love and a program that expands the preschooler's social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth. Being NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited for over 25 years and currently holding a 4 star rating with Michigan's Great Start to Quality program ensures parents that they are choosing an outstanding preschool program.
The 2022-2023 school year marks the preschool's 38th year of operation! Each year we provide a nurturing, Christian preschool experience for approximately 70 children.
The 2022-2023 school year marks the preschool's 38th year of operation! Each year we provide a nurturing, Christian preschool experience for approximately 70 children.
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Upcoming Events at FHPP...
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All Programs
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3's Program:
Sept. 20 Fall photos taken Sept. 29 Field trip to Heidis Farm Stand Oct. 4 Orange day Oct. 6 Police Officer visits Oct. 6 Trike-a-Thon Oct, 13 Fire Fighters visit Oct. 27 Halloween Activities |
4's Program:
Sept. 19 Fall photos taken Sept. 30 Field trip to Dairy Discovery Oct. 5 Police Officer visits Oct. 7 Trike-a-Thon Oct, 12 Fire Fighters visit Oct. 31 Halloween Activities |
Young 5's Program:
Sept. 20 Fall photos taken Sept. 28 Field trip to Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park Oct. 6 Police Officer visits Oct. 6 Trike-a-Thon Oct, 10 Field trip to Buttrick Fire Station Oct. 31 Halloween Activities |
Meet Our Staff
All of our classrooms are staffed with warm and loving teachers who work together to achieve an interesting and challenging curriculum, with a teacher/child ratio of approximately 1:7 for our 3's Program; 1:9 in our 4's Program; and 1:9 in our Young 5's Program.
Each of our staff members hold degrees or certifications in Education, Pediatric Occupational Therapy, or Child Development. They are also CPR and Pediatric First certified, and have been Red Cross trained to use the Defibrillator, Asthma First Aid, and Epi Pen injections. All staff must frequently update their skills by attending classes in Early Childhood Development on an annual basis.
Each of our staff members hold degrees or certifications in Education, Pediatric Occupational Therapy, or Child Development. They are also CPR and Pediatric First certified, and have been Red Cross trained to use the Defibrillator, Asthma First Aid, and Epi Pen injections. All staff must frequently update their skills by attending classes in Early Childhood Development on an annual basis.
Sue Clay
Sue has been a parent and a teacher at FHPP before taking over as the preschool’s Director. She graduated from Hope College and earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Aquinas College. Sue and her husband, Sean have three children. Nick is grown and working. Mitch is lives in downtown GR and travels a lot. Bridgett is a sophomore at Aquinas College. She plays hockey and rides horses. They live in Alto on a 40 acre “farm” with 2 horses, 3 dogs, and 4 barn cats. 
Sara Meyers
Sara and her husband, Patrick, have been married for 34 years and have 4 children. Sara graduated from Calvin College and has taught preschool and kindergarten for almost 9 years. In her spare time, Sara enjoys participating in 5K races, walking, attending her son’s Cross Country meets, spending time with her family, and baking. |
Traci Zuzelski
Traci's 3 children attended FHPP and she has been a substitute teacher in our program for many years. More Info to follow! 
Shari Lind
Shari and her husband Dan have been married for 33 years and have two grown children. They live on 11 acres in Alto. Shari's love for early childhood began when she acted as a substitute teacher in a Pre-Primary impaired class. Shari has an associates degree in Child Development and has been teaching preschool for 16 years. Shari enjoys reading, crafting, relaxing on their pontoon boat and spending time with her family. |
Sarah DeBaets
Sarah has been married to Brian for 17 years. They have 3 boys; Wesley is 5, Miles is 11, and Josiah is 12. Life is busy and fun with 3 boys. Sarah says she has been blessed to stay at home with her boys but now that her youngest is in Kindergarten, she is very excited to begin working with a wonderful group of 5 year olds. Sarah has been involved in children’s ministries at her church for many years, as well as having a leadership roll in MOPS, small groups and women’s ministries. In her spare time she enjoys reading, baking, playing games and spending time with extended family and friends. 
Amanda Rettig
My husband Joe and I have been married for 14 years and we have an nine year old son Leo and a six year old daughter Elsa. As a family we enjoy our trailer at Sandy Pines in the summers and love staying active as a family in the winter‘s snow tubing and building snow forts! I am passionate about reading and being outdoors whenever possible! I love watching kids explore their environment and learning from their peers. I am passionate about kids learning styles and seeing the world through their perspective! |
Cory Sutter
Cory and her husband, Ed have been married for 24 years and have 4 girls, and a cat. She went to Western Michigan University and graduated with a degree in Special Education and a minor in Art Education. She got her first job in Battle Creek teaching Special Education when she discovered how much she loved the early childhood stage. 
Missy Bonner
Missy has been married for 23 years and has 3 children. Alexis is a sophomore at Calvin College, Mitch is a senior at Forest Hills Central and AJ is in the 4th grade at Pine Ridge Elementary. Missy volunteers for Paws With a Cause and is currently fostering a chocolate lab puppy. She loves reading, the TV show “Fixer Upper”, beach vacations and scuba diving. |