MetroPrep Academy is a Therapeutic Preschool designed specifically to help children with delays succeed!
Allie is a speech pathologist that works at MetroPrep Academy. We are so excited about this preschool for children that need a little bit of help before they go to general education or community school. Our preschool offers kids, ages two to seven, with autism, down syndrome, speech and language delays, or sensory delays, the extra support that they need. Because we have professionals in the classroom with them, to help them in a smaller size, so they can get the individual attention that they need. We have a BCBA that’s able to help with behaviors. A speech pathologist that’s going to be developing those speech and language skills to get them ready to communicate with their teachers and peers in classrooms. An occupational therapist that’s going to integrate sensory systems and big activities, big movement activities, with the gym here. And a preschool teacher who’s, of course, going to teach things like the alphabet and colors and build the foundation that they need for school. So we would love to have you come check out MetroPrep Academy.
Kris Krajewski: Hi, I am Kris Krajewski. I am the director of PT, OT and Speech Therapy Services at MetroEHS. I am a clinical fellow mentor, a speech language pathologist, and a mom. And this is my daughter McKenna. McKenna is a therapy assistant at our Rochester Hills location.
Mckenna Krajewski: So as therapy assistant, they clean, do desk work and sanitize, take temperatures, taking care of clients, make sure they're safe and healthy, help them with their work and special needs. It makes me feel amazing and happy to be there for them. I am very, very proud.
Kris Krajewski: I got teary listening to McKenna talk about it because what, what is most important to me for children or anybody of any age, but in particular my child, is that they are happy. A large part of that happiness comes from feeling connected and having a purpose, um, and knowing that you have somewhere to go where you're valued and you're important. And so I see that happening at Metro with McKenna, with her job as a professional. I'm really proud of MetroEHS for thinking about people at, you know, both ends of that age spectrum, right? We have our little littles coming in at a very young age, and we are still interested in what happens to our kiddos when they get out into the world of work. Um, and to me that's a really important message.
A Family's Journey with a Special Need Diagnosis is a beautiful journey! Listen from some more of our MetroEHS Family's stories > HERE
Play isn’t just fun; it’s how kids learn best. It gives them the freedom to explore their abilities while feeling safe and supported. Imagine a young hero practicing teamwork by pretending to save the world with their peers or strengthening fine motor skills while building a block tower taller than a skyscraper. These playful missions help kids grow in ways that traditional methods simply can’t.
The BIG THREE Additions to Heroes’ tool belts.
Improved Social Powers: Group games teach kids how to share, collaborate, and communicate—turning them into master team players.
Problem-Solving Super Skills: Puzzles and pretend play help young heroes learn to think critically and creatively.
Emotional Resilience: Role-playing scenarios give kids the tools to navigate their feelings and build confidence.
The Power of Play
In the world of superheroes, a child’s business is play. Through play-based therapy, skilled therapists use games, toys, and imaginative scenarios to help kids develop essential skills. Whether it’s building social connections, improving motor abilities, or boosting communication skills, every playful moment is designed with purpose—turning fun into progress.
For children, play is more than just a pastime; it’s the key to unlocking their unique powers. At MetroEHS, play-based therapy ensures every child has the chance to soar, grow, and shine—because every superhero deserves to feel unstoppable.
