Hello Top-Notch Preschool Parents!
What great Pumpkin Patch fun we have had. The Seals on Oct 2nd and then again the Penguins and Polar Bears on Monday the 15th! I really hope the children had a ball but also learned something about the bees and pollenation, grains, as well as pumpkins themselves. I want to give a HUGE shout out to all the moms, dads, grandmas & grandpas that chaperoned this trip. I truly appreciate you taking time out of your day and busy schedule to help watch over our precious little people. This week we have continue learning about autumn animals and plants.Chapel Time:
The Pre-K POLAR BEARS had their first Chapel time last week. We learned about the Chapel and how we enter and exit as well as praying in front of Our Lord. We also visited the Tabernacle. The PENGUINS will have their first Chapel trip on the first Monday in November. The POLAR BEARS will have chapel the first Thursday of each month. The SEALS will have a tour of the "big" church next week Thursday. We will discuss some basic things like genuflecting, making the sign of the cross, and the large crucifix in our church. I have talked to ALL classes about the difference between a cross and a crucifix.An Addendum to the Parent Handbook:
Early this fall I revamped the Preschool Parent Handbook. It was pointed out that I neglected to include our preschool's Behavior Notification Policy. This should have been included and I apologize for not having it in the book to begin with. I am, at the current time, re-writing the policy and will have out to you early next week. The diocese expects certain things to be included in Catholic Preschool Parent Handbooks; this is one of those things;) When you recieve the addendum, it will have a cover letter that I would like initialed and sent back in. Please slide this policy addendum into the handbook for any future reference. Thanks so much!Parent-Teacher Conference Sign up Sheet:
The Parent-Teacher Conference Sign up sheet is now available in our hallway for you to sign up for a time to meet with me during our set Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 8th and 14th. Please make sure you look over both dates and the times available. If these dates and or times do not work in your schedule, please let me know and we can work something out.WE WELCOME....
St. Francis de Sales Preschool welcomes ISABELLA DEWEY to our SEALS class. We are so blessed to have Isabella in our Seals Preschool Family. Welcome, welcome, welcome Isabella!GYM Class next week!
The Penguins and Polar Bears will have Gym class this upcoming Wednesday. Please make sure the children wear comfortable, non-slide shoes. The Seals will start gym in November.Halloween Party????
I have had parents approach me about whether or not we "celebrate" Halloween at our Catholic Christian Preschool. We do acknowledge the fun aspect of Halloween but we do not have a party per say. If a child would like to bring in a fun Halloween treat to share with the class, this is fine but we will not dress up or have a set party. However, we will "celebrate" All Saints Day on November 1st. Each class does something special for this day and I bring in doughnuts and juice to share with the children. More to come on this soon!FUN PASTA Sale has started!!!
By now all the families should have gotten their FunPasta packet. This fundraiser benefits the children in that we use the proceeds to purchase gross motor equipment as well classroom items such as new imagination items, learning games, replacement toys, and small furniture. We get 40% of the sales. The pasta kits really makes GREAT Christmas gifts and is really very tasty. Please note that online sales are also available. This is a super tool for family or friends that live farther away. Online orders willl ship directly to the individual. Any questions, see Mrs. Burd;)All Souls Day Rememberance Tree:
On November 2nd, the Catholic Church commemorates individuals who have passed from this earthly life into God's eternal life. To remember and commemorate these loved ones, we will have a Rememberance Tree. All children were given leaves in their folder. These leaves can be filled out with names of family and or friends who have passed away. We place them on the tree and include all our tree names in our daily prayers.Concluding Thoughts...
As I was heading home today, the beauty of the Autumn day really struck me. I hope you and your fabulous families are able to enjoy the true beauty of this fall time together. May your weekend be a great family time for you all. Happy Friday;)God bless!
Mrs. Burd and Mrs. Martin
"...Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a real blessing..."
Psalm 127:3
