Friend-Ship Preschool

A ministry of Canton United Methodist Church
605-764-2859

3 yr old Teacher: Miss Gracie Fossum
4 yr old Teacher: Mrs. Jana Dixon

"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it" Proverbs 22:6

Click here to find out more about what Friend-Ship Preschool can offer you and your young one.

2021 Registration is open! We have a few spaces left.

3-year-old class registration

4-year-old class registration

Registration is not complete until you have submitted a $75 deposit to the church office.

Tuition rates per month:

Monday -Wednesday -Friday Preschool -$110

Tuesday-Thursday preschool - $90

Non-refundable deposit to hold place - $75

Classroom Session times:

4-year-old Preschool

Morning Session 8:45-11:15 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Afternoon Session 12:15-2:45 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday

3-year-old Beginner Preschool

8:45-11:15 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday

Mission: To reach out to the community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through education.

Purpose: The preschool program offers young children a Christian setting in which to grow, to learn, and to develop emotionally, intellectually, physically, socially, and spiritually using developmentally appropriate activities. Friend-Ship Preschool’s daily activities will assist parents in the development of their young children.

Meet our Staff:

4 Year-Old Teacher: Mrs. Jana Dixon

My name is Jana Dixon. My husband, three kids, and I have lived in Canton for 6 years. I love teaching and having a front row seat in children's learning, growing, and recognizing their potential!

I am the happiest when I am hiking, biking, gardening, creating, or making s'mores around the campfire with my family. One of my greatest joys is watching kids be kids!

3 Year-Old Teacher: Miss Gracie Fossum

Hello! My name is Gracie Fossum. I was born and raised in Canton and love our little community! I love anything outside and am always down for an adventure. Teaching children is my true passion in life, and I'm so excited to bring a fresh perspective to the preschool!

Preschool Assistant: Mrs. Sarah Woods

Hello, My name is Sarah Woods. I originally grew up in Canton, good old class of 2001. (please don’t do the math, it will ruin the 27 years old illusion). I spent many a nights cruising the “whip” singing to boy bands, back when both were still a thing.

After high school I attended Northern State University majoring in Secondary History Education. Instead of finding an illustrious career in education while in Aberdeen, I found love, marriage and babies. 18 years ago I married the love of my life, Ryan. Together we are doing the best we can to raise 3 teen boys. Levi, Zach, and Micah keep us both on our toes.

I love being part CUMC family and showing God’s love in the Canton Community.