Pre-K Post

Dear Pre-K Families,

Pumpkin Patch was wonderful! We appreciate all the help we had running the centers, cleaning up afterwards and the many donations. We could not have done it without your assistance. Don’t forget to record your volunteer hours.

We are getting ready for Thanksgiving and our annual “Native American Day Walk.” During our preparations, we take time to discuss how thankful we are for God’s gift of love, family and home. Additionally, we help the children remember how important it is to share with those who may not be as fortunate. To support this cause the school is collecting for families in need. Pre-K’s contribution to the food drive is dry breakfast items – cereals, breakfast bars, oatmeal, grits etc.. We are hoping every family will be able to make a contribution to this important cause.

The children will also be learning about the history of Thanksgiving through stories and songs. We will being singing these songs as we walk through the school on our “Native American Walk.” Each child will decorate a shirt and headband to wear on this special day. We are asking for a donation of $1.00 to help cover the cost of shirts and fabric paint. Thank you to those parents who have already sent in a donation.

Reminder – Please remember to send in your decorated “turkey feather” as soon as possible.

Looking Ahead

• Thursday, November 1st – Letter “K” Parade – remember to bring in something to share
• Friday, November 2nd – NO SCHOOL –  Diocesan Professional Day
• Thursday, November 15th – “Native American Walk”
• Monday, November 19th thru Friday, November 23rd – Thanksgiving Holiday

As always, thank you for your continued support,

Dear Parents,

Pumpkin Patch is this Friday, October 26th from 9:00 to 11:15. If you volunteered to assist please meet on the playground around 8:45 so we can go over our activity centers.

Schedule –

Flynn/Brown                     9:00 – 10:00

Forget/Brennan                10:15 – 11:15

Clean- up                          11:15

The children may wear festive Halloween clothing and accessories along with closed toed shoes to school for on Friday.  No costumes please.

Looking ahead! We have many fun activities and projects planned for November. One of our most special activities is to create “Native American” T-shirts. We are asking for a donation of $1.00 to help cover the cost of the shirts and paints.

Dates to Remember

• Friday, October 26th – Letter “B” Parade – don’t forget your special object to share
• Friday, October 26th – Pumpkin Patch
• Friday, November 2nd – NO SCHOOL – Diocesan Professional Day

Thank you for your continued support!

Dear Parents,

It’s going to be an absolutely wonderful week as we meet “Ms. A.” She helps us remember to cover our sneeze as we say A-choo. We’re also learning all about alligators, apples and acorns.

A special study of Saint Francis of Assisi will also take place this week. The children will learn about his life, love of nature and commitment to the Lord. Our closing activity will be a “Pet/Animal Blessing” on Friday by Mrs. Schildwachter. We would like each child to bring in a stuffed animal to blessed by Thursday, October 18th. To symbolize Saint Francis’ devotion to others we would also like each family to send in a small donation of dog food or bones to share with animals in need.

Thank you to all those parents who have already volunteered to assist or send in supplies for “Pumpkin Patch” on Friday, October 26th. We are busy making preparations and are looking forward to a fun morning.

DATES OF IMPORTANCE

• Friday, October 19th – letter “A” Parade — don’t forget to bring something to share
• Saturday, October 20th – Harvest Fest 
• Friday, October 26th – Pre K Pumpkin Patch 

Fall is a ball in PreK,

The Preschool Teachers and Assistants

Dear Parents and Families,

These are the highlights of two special events during the month of October. We are looking forward to lots of learning and fun!

Pre-K Pumpkin Patch

Pre-K will celebrate the arrival of Fall with a “Pumpkin Patch Festival” on Friday, October 26^th. This event is similar to “Safari Day” but with a fall theme. If you would like to assist in any way, please complete and return the attached form. Those parents who actively supervise activities and/or send in supplies will be able to earn volunteer hours. Please remember, if you are unable to assist you are still invited to attend!

The children may wear festive Halloween clothing and accessories along with closed toed shoes to school for this special day. Although costumes look wonderful, we ask the children DO NOT wear them for “Pumpkin Patch.” Many of our little guys become uncomfortable in costumes and have difficulty using the restroom.

Mrs. Brown & Mrs. Flynn 9:00 – 10:00

Mrs. Brennan & Mrs. Forget  10:15 – 11:15

Clean-up    11:15 – 11:30

Thank you for your continued support!

________________________________________________

(     ) Yes, I can volunteer to assist at “Pumpkin Patch” on

Friday, October 26^th from __________ to ____________.

(     ) Yes, I can send in needed supplies for “Pumpkin Patch”.

We will let you know what is needed when you return this slip.

Name ____________________________________

Student __________________________________

A Very Special Study

We are planning a special study of Saint Francis of Assisi in coordination with our study of the letter “A” next week. The children will learn about his life, love of nature and commitment to the Lord.

Our closing activity will be a “Pet/Animal Blessing” at the end of the week. We are hoping Mrs. Schildwachter will be able to help us with this very special prayer. That being said, we would like each child to bring in a stuffed animal to blessed by Thursday, October 18th. To symbolize Saint Francis’ devotion to others we would also like each family to send in a small donation of dog food or bones to share with animals in need.

With our thanks,

Mrs. Brennan, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Flynn & Mrs. Forget

Dear Parents and families,

This week we will learn all about Mr. M and his Munchie Mouth.  We are also busy learning many new Halloween songs, dances and finger plays. Ask them to show you a few!

What fun we had last week! The Healing Hoofs Therapy Horses came for a visit on Friday morning and the children thoroughly enjoyed their “healing graces”. A big Thank You to the Haisley Family.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

In order to keep our morning and afternoon car line moving, please remember to stay in your vehicle. The ladies will assist your child into or out of their car seat. Additionally, DO NOT let your child exit your car until an adult is ready to assist. Your child’s safety is always are first concern.

VPK Parents – Please remember older siblings are not allowed to sign the Attendance Log. A parent or guardian must enter the signatures at both arrival and dismissal times. These guidelines are set by The Office of Early Learning and The State. We appreciate your support with this matter.

DATES OF IMPORTANCE

• Friday, October 5th – letter “M” Parade — don’t forget to bring something to share
• Friday, October 12th – NOON DISMISSAL – please send a note and a lunch if your child will be staying for Aftercare
• Saturday, October 20th – Harvest Fest
• Friday, October 26th -Pre K Pumpkin Patch 

Many thanks!