ADMISSIONS   Thank you for your interest in Beth El Preschool (BEPS).  We are delighted to provide you information about BEPS and Congregation Beth El.   Beth El Preschool is a Jewish parent-run cooperative preschool. Our parents are actively involved in all aspects of our program. Parents work in the classrooms as aides and are required to participate on school committees. There also are opportunities for parents to serve on the Parent Board, which works closely with the BEPS Director to set policies, organize school programs, and assist with the operation of the school. Parent participation is rewarding and helps to create a supportive learning environment for our children.   We invite you to browse the About Us and Our Philosophy sections above to learn more about BEPS. Please note that the rest of the website is password-protected to help secure the safety and privacy of the children.   Applications for the 2011-2012 school year are now available and will be accepted beginning November 1, 2010.  The deadline for submitting new student applications is December 15, 2010.  If spaces are available after that date, we will accept applications on a rolling admissions basis.  Admissions decisions will be mailed in late January. CLICK FOR APPLICATION. We encourage you to tour BEPS during one of our five Open Houses offered in the fall of 2010. All Open Houses are from 9:30-11:00 am and work best when parents are able to come on their own. Please contact us if you would like to attend. The Open House dates are:   Thursday, November 3, 2011 Monday, November 7, 2010 Tuesday, November 15, 2011 Wednesday, November 30, 2011 Note: We have canceled this Wednesday’s open house (Oct. 26) due to very low sign up. We welcome the opportunity to speak with you further about BEPS. If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact me at 301.652.8569, ext. 307. B’Shalom, Elaine C. Auerbach Director