Hi Families,
Everyone had a great first day in the Busy Bee Class. We did a bunch of exploring the classroom and getting to know some new friends. This week we will continue with both of those things and talk about cooperation and working together. We’ll also get some feedback from the kids about what kinds of things they would like to learn about and choose a theme to start off the next few weeks of school.
Add a Day: We have openings on all days if you would like to add a day for your Busy Bee. Most kindergarten programs in public schools are an all day/5 days a week. I have found it is an easier transition for kids when they have been going to preschool at least three days a week, but also have seen a big difference in progress socially when they come 4 or 5 days. Let me know if you are considering adding a day or two for your child or if you have questions about this. We would also have openings for new students, so if you know any families that need a good preschool please have them check us out.
Volunteering: There is a sign up sheet in the hallway for classroom volunteering. I really love having parents be involved in our classroom and what we do here. It can be fun to watch your child interact with friends or work on a project. If you cant come into class, there are also take home volunteer opportunities.
Bikes: If the weather stays nice we will have bikes out by the end of the week. If your child wants to ride, they must have a correctly fitting helmet that they bring to school. Please put your child’s name on it. Also have them wear appropriate shoes for outside play.
Paperwork: If you have not returned the registration paperwork for your child, please do so quickly. These papers are important for us to keep kids safe and so you can be contacted if we need to. You can download/print them from the website and either give to me in class or turn them into the preschool office.
Picture Day: Picture day is coming ! We will be doing individual and classroom pictures the week of September 22nd. Watch for more info regarding prices and which day will be our classroom group picture day.
Classroom supplies Several families have donated classroom supplies. Donating classroom supplies can be used as part of your volunteer hours that are required and it is really great to get that support from families.
Portfolio: Each Busy Bee will need a 1 inch 3 ring white binder for their portfolio of the school year. We will be putting papers , projects, artwork and samples of name writing in these and take them home at the end of the school year in June. I have found that these are a great way to keep some work and not worry about saving everything they do through the year.
Newsletter: The weekly classroom newsletter will be posted on the website each Sunday by 5pm . Also you can have it emailed to you or the link texted via “Remind” on your smart phone. Reading the newsletter each week will keep you informed of upcoming school events and classroom activities.
Kindred: Our school walks across the street once a month to sing to the residents at Kindred. These are mostly older folks who are unable to stay alone in their homes due to health issues. They love having the kids come and sing to them. We call them the “Grandmas and Grandpas” and let the kids know how happy it makes these folks to have us visit. Parents are welcome to join us any time. This month it will be on Wed and Thurs. Sept 17 & 18 @ 10:15 AM.
Contact info: Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or concerns. I am fine with a text or a call or you can email. I am here to help you and your child have a great school year and feel honored that you have chosen us for your family’s preschool experience.
Teacher Kim and Teacher Amber
contact info: Email Rivmom@msn.com Kim Cell # 360-600-2875
Dates to remember:
September:
17&18..........................Kindred
22-26..........................School pictures
October:
3.......................All School carnival
Busy Bee song
We are the Busy Bee’s
Mighty, mighty Busy Bee’s
Everywhere we go-o
People want to know-o
Who we are
So we tell them!
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