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November 2008 Parent Newsletter
BASKET DRAWING FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21ST AT 3:00.
ALL TICKETS DUE THIS WEEK!
Don’t forget to turn in your basket raffle tickets. This is an important fundraiser for the CDC. Funds raised will support the Parent Advisory Council and parent events for the school year. Prizes will be given to top parent sellers.
THE PARENT SKILL BUILDING WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
There was a parent Skill Building workshop that was scheduled on Friday November 20th. This work shop has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for a future date. Stay tuned for future information.
PARENTS IN EDUCATION (PIE)
This workshop is for pre-k moon room parents only. It is essential that Moon Room parents attend. This workshop will give parents information in how to help your children maximize their literacy learning. The Early Reading First coaches will be on hand to share valuable information and activities you can do at home. Parents who attend will receive books and materials for home activities. The PIE work shop is Friday November 20th from 3:00-4:00. See the Moon Room staff for more information.
RED PAINT IN THE HAIR??!!
Red paint in the hair? Blue paint on the jeans? Sand in the shoes? Peanut butter on the favorite shirt? White socks that look brown? Sleeves a little bit damp?
Your child probably… Your child probably didn’t…
Worked with a friend Feel lonely
Solved a problem Become bored
Created a masterpiece Do repetitive “babyish” tasks
Learned a new skill Do worksheets that are too easy
Had a great time Do “sit down” work that isn’t
Developed new language appropriate for their age group
You Probably…
Paid good money for the clothes
Will have trouble getting the red paint out
Are wondering if your caregiver isn’t paying close enough attention to your child
Your caregiver probably…
Was aware of your child’s needs and interests
Spent time planning a challenging activity for the children
Encouraged the children to try new things
Made smocks available for the children
Was worried you might be concerned
Try to remember your favorite activity when you were four years old. Was it outdoor play with water, mud dress-up clothes? Young children really learn when they are actively involved in play – not when someone is talking to them. There is a difference between “messy” and “lack of supervision”. The caregiver made sure your child was fed, warm, took a nap, washed hands after toileting and before eating, and planned messy fun things to do because that is how young children learn.! Send your child to school in clothes that can get dirty! Keep extra old clothes at the play site for times when the child gets really wet or messy. If you need to take the child out, bring the dressier clothes when picking up, and allow time to change. Keep calm. Remember in a few years the teenagers will use the shampoo, mirrors and all the towels! Young children need time to be kids. If you have concerns talk to your child’s caregiver about active play!
Taken from YMCA/CRS Newsletter, Summer 1996;, who gave credit to OPTIONS Summer 1995 Newsletter
NEWS FROM THE CLASSROOMS
EARTH ROOM
Happy Fall Everyone!
Just like the seasons, the Earth Room friends are beginning to “change”. We are all growing and developing our own personalities. We would like to remind all of our families and friends about all of our upcoming events. Our Thanksgiving feast will be on Tuesday November 25th. Our semester birthday party, Santa Claus visit, and a PJ party will be during the first part of December. Dates and times will be posted on the classroom door. Hope everyone takes the time to enjoy your children this Thanksgiving. They are young only once.
STAR ROOM
Hello once again. We are nearing the end of November 2008. On November 25th (a Tuesday) we are having a Thanksgiving gathering. The staff and parents are encouraged to bring their favorite holiday dish. Please remember, it will soon start getting cold. Please send at least two outfits and a coat or sweater every day. We look forward to seeing everyone at the gathering.
Thank you, The Star Room Staff.
WIND ROOM
Greetings,
On Tuesday November 25th parents are invited to join us for a Thanksgiving feast. Also, we will be having a Pajama Day on Wednesday December 10th. Check our door for fliers or talk to us about these events. We look forward to seeing you!
Wind Room Staff
SUN ROOM
On Wednesday November 26th we will be having “Pajama Day”, where children are allowed to wear their pajamas to school and we will watch a movie. Parents are invited to our annual “Gingerbread Social” on Wednesday December 10th at 10:00 a.m. We ask that parents begin bringing decorating items such as frosting, sprinkles, raisins, & plain m&m’s- NO HARD CANDY. Project Christmas will be in December. Please check with us for the date. We would like to remind you that the cold weather is coming. Please make sure that your child has a jacket or sweatshirt and extra warm clothes in their cubby (pants and long sleeves). Also, please label your child’s belongings.
Happy Holidays, The Sun Room Staff.
MOON ROOM
Hi everybody! We in the Moon Room are so excited with the progress your child is making and we look forward to their continued successes. We are currently learning about the different seasons of the year. Our next theme, after we come back from Thanksgiving break will be “Animals Every Where”. Along with learning about animals, we will be introduced to the letters W, H, K. On December 10th, we will be having a family “Gingerbread Social”. Then December 11th is another PIE workshop. We hope all the parents will come. We are glad that everybody is checking out the books from our lending library. Please don’t forget to check your child’s cubby to make sure they have extra clothes for the cooler weather. Happy Holidays: The Moon Room Staff.
As part of our parent education please feel free to forward any questions regarding the Center, Child Development or general parenting concerns to: Donnell Smith
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