February news continued:
Hello again. Just to clarify, double lunch day was supposed to be today (Wednesday) but because the buses were cancelled it has been postponed to tomorrow (Thursday). Thank you for your support for this February act of kindness.
Ms. Couch/Mme Kelly
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Dear Parents,
We would like to share a few items to keep in mind for February.
There is a lot of glare from the sun on the ice and snow. Feel free to send the children with a pair of sunglasses to prevent damage to the eyes from the sun. A warm cozy sweater is always useful at school as it can, from time to time, get chilly during the day in the classroom.
The children in kindergarten are collecting second-hand shoes for an organization called Soles for Souls. The organization collects gently used shoes and re-distributes them to those in need. The kindergarten classes have selected this project of shoe collection as their social justice initiative this year. They have created posters to advertise for the collection and have made announcements in the morning over the intercom system. Please send in any shoes that you no longer need. We will be collecting throughout the month of February. Thank you for your support.
Valentine's Day is almost upon us. The educators would like to keep this celebration focused on the themes of friendship and kindness and stay away from the giving of candy and treats. The children are welcome to bring little cards. If you would like to put "from" with your child's name on each card (we have 27 children in the classroom) but NOT put "to" a given student. This way it is easier for the children to distribute one card to each student in the class without the confusion of everyone trying to read names and deliver cards all at once.
Thank you, have a wonderful month of February.
Ms. Couch and Madame Kelly
We would like to share a few items to keep in mind for February.
There is a lot of glare from the sun on the ice and snow. Feel free to send the children with a pair of sunglasses to prevent damage to the eyes from the sun. A warm cozy sweater is always useful at school as it can, from time to time, get chilly during the day in the classroom.
The children in kindergarten are collecting second-hand shoes for an organization called Soles for Souls. The organization collects gently used shoes and re-distributes them to those in need. The kindergarten classes have selected this project of shoe collection as their social justice initiative this year. They have created posters to advertise for the collection and have made announcements in the morning over the intercom system. Please send in any shoes that you no longer need. We will be collecting throughout the month of February. Thank you for your support.
Valentine's Day is almost upon us. The educators would like to keep this celebration focused on the themes of friendship and kindness and stay away from the giving of candy and treats. The children are welcome to bring little cards. If you would like to put "from" with your child's name on each card (we have 27 children in the classroom) but NOT put "to" a given student. This way it is easier for the children to distribute one card to each student in the class without the confusion of everyone trying to read names and deliver cards all at once.
Thank you, have a wonderful month of February.
Ms. Couch and Madame Kelly
Monday, January 9, 2017
January 2017
January 2017
Dear Parents and Students,
Ms Couch and Madame Kelly hope that you have had a restful, safe and merry Christmas with your loved ones. We thank you so much for your kindness and support and for the lovely Christmas wishes, kind words, cards and gifts. We wish you all the best for 2017: Happy New Year.
The nice break from harsh weather seems to be over and just a reminder to dress children very warmly (layers work best to protect from the cold) and neck warmers are easier for children than scarves if they are very elastic neck warmers. Keep these items in mind: hats that cover ears, extra mittens and socks and a warm change of clothing for the children's cubicals should their clothing get soaked from a snow or puddle (long sleeved shirts and change of underwear should be included in their change of clothing ziplock bag). Also the classroom can get chilly at times so each child should have a sweater that fits them at school should they need it. The children are growing and some have grown out of their shoes. Check in with your child to see if they are still comfortable in their school shoes and if not, you may have your child bring home the outgrown shoes and bring in a pair that fit well (keeping in mind that the winter socks are bulkier).
As it is very chilly, keep in mind that the Kindergarten pick-up time is 3:20 at the gate at the back of the school. Picking the children up promptly will not only make them feel more comfortable but will also aid with the congestion as the large numbers of older students and their parents arrive at the gate for pick up.
God Bless you and take good care,
Sincerely,
Ms. Couch and Madame Kelly
Dear Parents and Students,
Ms Couch and Madame Kelly hope that you have had a restful, safe and merry Christmas with your loved ones. We thank you so much for your kindness and support and for the lovely Christmas wishes, kind words, cards and gifts. We wish you all the best for 2017: Happy New Year.
The nice break from harsh weather seems to be over and just a reminder to dress children very warmly (layers work best to protect from the cold) and neck warmers are easier for children than scarves if they are very elastic neck warmers. Keep these items in mind: hats that cover ears, extra mittens and socks and a warm change of clothing for the children's cubicals should their clothing get soaked from a snow or puddle (long sleeved shirts and change of underwear should be included in their change of clothing ziplock bag). Also the classroom can get chilly at times so each child should have a sweater that fits them at school should they need it. The children are growing and some have grown out of their shoes. Check in with your child to see if they are still comfortable in their school shoes and if not, you may have your child bring home the outgrown shoes and bring in a pair that fit well (keeping in mind that the winter socks are bulkier).
As it is very chilly, keep in mind that the Kindergarten pick-up time is 3:20 at the gate at the back of the school. Picking the children up promptly will not only make them feel more comfortable but will also aid with the congestion as the large numbers of older students and their parents arrive at the gate for pick up.
God Bless you and take good care,
Sincerely,
Ms. Couch and Madame Kelly
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