Pre-K News for the week of September 23, 2024

Dear Families, 

Thank you for your patience and support last week, as we navigated a difficult situation. Our priority was/is the safety and well-being of our staff and students. Thank you to all who responded to my email regarding the unpredicted situation that came to light at a very late hour. Please check your emails daily for any emergency updates, as we navigate the unpredictability of the times we live in.

Thank you to all parents who filled out their ASQ SE questionnaires. Screenings are being graded and entered into the state database and results will be shared with you at our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 11, 2024.

Our letter study for this week is the letter “Pp” for Pippa Pig. If anyone would like to volunteer to come in on Thursday and host a pancake party for the children on pajama day, please contact me via e-mail for details.

Along with this newsletter, you will receive tonight’s home activity, the October meal menus, a new volunteer and reading log, and the sign-up sheet for our first parent-teacher conferences. Please do not e-mail me with the time. To make it fair for all, please send back your sign-in sheet. I will take them on a first come first serve basis.

This week our class will wrap up the theme titled “My Family, My Community.” Our topic this week is “Community Helpers.” We will read stories about people in our community and what they do to help us and our families.  Our big book this week is titled “All Around Town.”  You can help your child learn more by talking to them about the things that they are doing in school, and the letters, words, and numbers they have learned.

ASK? What did you read today? What community helper do you want to be when you grow up? What does that community helper do to help our community and our families?

                               Home Activities:

Home activities for the week of September 30-Oct 4, 2024

Monday Night Activity: Letter “Pp” Search

Tuesday night Activity: Letter “Pp” practice

Wednesday night Activity: Wear “Pajamas” and your “Silly Socks” to school tomorrow.

Thursday Night Activity: Pink Purse/Purple Pocket activity

Friday Night Activity: None: Enjoy a safe weekend     

 Please ask your child to tell you about their new classroom job. (jobs change weekly) You can see your child’s job posted in the classroom helping hands or on the “Kids Corner” section of this website. 

                               Looking Ahead:   

 October 11, 2024– First Parent-teacher Conference

October 16-18, 2024 No School/ Fall Break

 **Thank You! **Muchas Gracias!!!

Thank you to all who very generously donated extra items to our class.

Your kindness and generosity are very much appreciated

                         Reminders:

  • If your child is absent, a written or electronic excuse must be provided to the school upon their arrival.
  •  If you arrive later than 8:30 a.m. you will be considered tardy and be required to obtain a tardy slip from Ms. Eufemia at the McCurdy Ministry Office.

  • Please remember to send your Green homework folders back daily. I will keep them on Thursdays to get them ready for Monday. 

     Please remember to have your child write their name on their homework, many papers have been tossed and children are not receiving credit, because we cannot identify the owner. Thank you. 

  • On inclement weather days, if a 2 hr. delay is called for McCurdy Charter School, then there will be a 2-hour delay for Pre-K as well unless it is a Friday, then Pre-K is canceled.
  • Furthermore, if school is canceled at the Charter for weather reasons, we will cancel as well.  Inclement weather days will be announced on your local TV stations KOB 4, KOAT 7, and KRQE 13

  • As the colder months approach, we want to ensure the comfort and safety of all our students during outdoor activities. To streamline our preparations and make the transition to colder weather smoother, we kindly request your assistance in helping your children with jacket-related tasks.

    Putting on Jackets: Help your child to independently put on their jacket. This skill not only fosters self-sufficiency but also saves valuable classroom time. Practice

    Inside-Out Sleeves: Please teach your child how to identify and correct inside-out sleeves. This small skill can prevent unnecessary frustration during jacket time.

    Zipping Up: If your child’s jacket has a zipper, help them practice zipping it up and down smoothly. This will contribute to their independence and confidence.

    Hoodies: For those with hoodies, show your child how to put on and secure the hood properly. It’s crucial for keeping them warm during chilly weather.

    We understand that mastering these tasks may take time, but with your support and guidance, we believe your child can become proficient in these essential skills.

    By working together on these preparations, we can ensure a more efficient and enjoyable outdoor experience for your child and their classmates. We greatly appreciate your cooperation in helping us create a warm and safe environment as the temperature drops.

    Thank you for your continued support in your child’s education.                                 

  “The home is the child’s first school, the parent is the child’s first teacher.”  

Former First Lady of The United states Barbara Bush