Children

Shepherd of the Hills offers a number of children's ministries, including:

Shepherd Preschool

Shepherd of the Hills Preschool offers a high-quality developmental early childhood program accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. With an experienced and highly training staff, the preschool has been serving the community for over 37 years. Half-day programs are available for ages 2 years/9 months through Junior K.
Information on the preschool is here.

Discovery Kingdom Sunday School

Discovery Kingdom Sunday School at Shepherd of the Hills is offered at the 9:30 and 11:00 am services, and for different age groups. Programs are designed to be fun and educational, and offer music, crafts, and Bible lessons taught by a team of dedicated teachers. A "crib room" is available for the youngest children as well.
See here for more information on Sunday Children's Ministries or contact Laura Schwarcz.

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School 202: July 18-22, 2012. More information on VBS is here.

Explorers Club

Designed for 3rd to 5th graders, this "junior" youth group meets every other Wednesday at 6:30 pm. For more information and a schedule of activities, see here.

Acolytes

3rd graders and older can serve in this tradition at our 8:00 and 9:30 am worship services. For information contact Kathe Enright at gkenright@cox.net

Joyful Noise Kids Choir

We are a growing group and are always looking for kids who like to sing and have fun. New members are always welcome! We practice Sunday mornings, 10:30-10:55 am in Mr. Floy's Room, and sing once a month in church. For more information, contact Kristy Morse at dialanursekmm@yahoo.com

Scripture Readers

Third through fifth graders have the opportunity to read the scripture at the 11:00 worship. For information contact Laura Schwarcz at lschwarcz@sothumc.org 

Keep it Positive

"Keep it Positive" is a philosophy of positive behavior support for children. See here for more information about classes and the Keep it Positive book.

Lazy W Ranch

The Lazy W Ranch is located in the beautiful Cleveland National Forest, east of San Juan Capistrano, and offers a week-long summer camp, among many other activities. Elementary Camp 2012 will be July 15th-20th See here for more information.

Childcare

The Shepherd of the Hills Childcare Policy, and Childcare Request Form are available for download. The Request Form (.doc file) is available for those who are requesting childcare for a ministry event. The Childcare Policy (pdf file) is the guidelines for our childcare and safety information. Both are available here.

Also...

The active "Parents of Little Ones" group (POLO) is here.