WELCOME TO PRESCHOOL!
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Upcoming events and special dates to remember:
January 20th - NO School MLK Day
Special Announcement:
It is with sad hearts that we inform you that Mrs. Briggs’ mother, Mrs. Tammy Bassett, long-time owner of the preschool, has passed. Following in her footsteps, guided by her example, we will continue to bring quality fun and education to the young children, trusted to our care. Thank you.
Dear Parents,
What's special about winter for you? Everyone looks forward to different things - building a big snowman, skating or skiing, tramping through the frozen woodlands or curling up by a crackling fire with a warm mug of cocoa.
In this unit the children will discover what happened to some birds; and they will experiment with science projects that explain the formation of snow flakes or answer the question "What makes water freeze?" The unit deals with the natural characteristics of winter and compares them to those of other seasons. Many activities are used to develop an awareness of the senses of sight, smell, and touch in regard to winter. Activities are also for development of descriptive language through verbal descriptions. Through science projects, art activities, and literature, the children's awareness and understanding are developed in regard to winter temperatures and appropriate winter-weather clothing.
BOOKS USED IN THIS UNIT
The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Another story about Peter, only this time his adventures are out in the snow.
The Mystery of the Missing Red Mitten by Steven Kellogg Annie has lost one red mitten. After a long, cold search she finds it in the most wonderful place.
The Winter Picnic - Robert Welber tells a delightful story about a boy named Adam who wants his mother to come outside for a "Winter Picnic".
50 Below Zero Robert Munsch - Oh No! Dad is sleep walking again and it's freezing outside!
Other books in this unit:
Too Many Mittens
Winter
A Winter Place
Wintertime
What Snowmen do at night
Snow Friends
Geraldine's Big Snow
The Biggest Snowstorm Ever
The Jacket I wear in the Snow
One Snowy Rescue
The Snowy Nap
Snowmen All Year
Snowmen At Night
Snowman’s Story
Snow
Zip Up! It's cold outside.
Your Preschool Staff
A note about snacks:
Snack Time: Children will have snack time at 10:25 each morning. Each child provides their own snack and water bottle. It helps with “picky eaters” and allergy concerns, as well as for any families with specific dietary needs or preferences.
PLEASE, label your child’s water bottles and snack bags, with their first and last names! They get carried room to room and are often accidently left behind and then our staff has trouble getting them back to the right child. We also have several that are similar and that can create confusion.
Even though each child is bringing their own snack, please, do not bring snacks containing any kind of NUT/PEANUT. As careful as we are, the oils can still be spread around and get to any child who may have an allergy. This includes, almond oil, (watch the fruit snacks) and peanut oil. And some cheese crackers have peanut flour in them! Please read ingredient labels! Snacks with labels that say “may contain” or “processed in a facility” are ok.
Snacks should be simple and nutritious.
We suggest:
Vegetable/Fruit (slices), Granola Bars (nut free), Muffins or Sweet breads (watch for nuts & toppings),Crackers, Fruit rollups, Cheese, Fruit Snacks, applesauce cups, yogurt push-ups (like go-gurt). Please: No sweet cookies, cake, candy, or ice cream except for celebrating birthdays.
(stay tuned for updates!)
PRESCHOOL CALENDAR FOR 2024-2025 a work in progress!
(more dates may be added throughout the school year
and changes may be made)
August 29
Meet your teacher day. Times will be sent with the letter in Aug.
September 3
First Day of school for TTH and 5-day children
September 4
First day of school MWF
September 26/27
Parents music visit (no regular classes these days)
October 17/18
Fall Festival Days -for the students only (not parents)
October 23/24
Individual School Photos
October 31/Nov. 1
Halloween music program (no regular classes these days)
November 11
NO SCHOOL Veteran's Day
November 27/28/29
NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Holiday
December 19/20
Christmas Music program (no regular classes these days)
December 23 through January 3
NO SCHOOL Christmas/winter break
January 6/7
Back to school
January 20
NO SCHOOL Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 12/13
Valentine Parties
February 14
NO SCHOOL Snow/Wind Storm Make-up day MWF
February 17
NO SCHOOL President's Day
February 18
NO SCHOOL Snow/Wind Storm Make-up day TTH
March 27/28
Spring Music program for parents (no regular classes these days)
March 31 through April 4th
NO SCHOOL Spring Break
May 20/21
Last days of Classes
May 22/23
End of year PROGRAM AND PARTY (no regular classes these days)
May 26 Memorial Day Have a great summer!
DATES WILL BE ADDED OR CHANGED THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR FOR SPECIAL EVENTS ETC.
509-328-2002
