Winter, 2008
Parent Newsletter
We are glad to have all the children back for another great quarter here at the Center. It was a little different returning, since many of you had older siblings still at home on their Winter Break. I think we are all settling into our new schedules. So: Welcome back to one and all. We have planned some fun special events this quarter: Pajama Movie Day and Valentine’s Day Parties, just to name a few.
Program Update
We have hired eight new student assistants, for a total of 33 student employees. There are 98 children enrolled in the program. Wow, no wonder I feel so busy; I am busy. Thank goodness I have such a wonderful, dedicated full-time staff to support the operation of the program: both teachers and office staff. Our opening teachers this quarter are Tonia Toledo and Rachel Leckliter. Aimee Torres will continue as the closing teacher, in the afternoons from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, while Lotella Hale shares this responsibility on Monday and Wednesday.
Early morning arrival between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. is in Room 3 for all children
and in your child’s own classroom at 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
(The two-year olds may head to their respective classrooms between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.)
Please remember that all children enrolled in the morning need to arrive by 9:00 am.
From 4:00 - 5:00 p.m., the children are scheduled to play outdoors, of course, weather permitting. During cold or inclement weather, the children will be in the following locations:
Rooms Three: Children enrolled in Room One, Two, or Three
Room Five: Children enrolled in Rooms Four or Five
Typically, all children will be in Room Three from 4:55 - 6:00 p.m.
Winter Quarter Weather and Clothing
The teachers are telling me some children are arriving without coats or sweaters. Due to this quarter’s unpredictable weather, please be sure to dress your child in warm clothing - and be sure to label all outerwear - coats, sweaters, sweat shirts, etc – with your child’s name. Also, please be sure that your child has a change of clothes at school - old shirt, pants, socks and underwear. If you have any items of clothing that you would like to donate, it would be appreciated. Please check with your child’s teacher what is most needed prior to bringing donations. We desperately need extra shoes for all classrooms. Please note: If your child is not well enough to go outside, then your child is not well enough to be at school. If you have a Doctor’s note stating your child needs to remain indoors due to a health concern, then we can make an exception. The children will be outdoors when it is cold. This actually helps them to develop a stronger immune system.
Children’s Center Tax ID # is 952643086 We would like to offer a new service this year to facilitate your tax preparation. You may, for a small fee of $2.00, order a copy of your payments for the 2006 calendar year. Please see Kris or Stephanie in order to do this.
Parent Participation
The Center’s staff would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the parents for their outstanding Fall quarter parent participation. So . . . please be sure to sign up for your Winter quarter parent participation. We encourage 10 hours of parent participation per quarter. Donations of supplies are appreciated in lieu of volunteer time. Short and long term projects are posted in each classroom. All classes are currently in need of art and craft supplies necessary for the Valentine’s Day projects. Washing blankets and smocks for each classroom is also a helpful way to earn your hours. Please contact Stephanie if you are interested in participating in a classroom.
During each quarter, we request that each family donate at least one box of tissues and two sponges to their child’s classroom. This is especially important during Winter quarter for preventative health measures. Also, it would be appreciated to have Lysol and/or medium bottles of bleach and hand wipes brought in. (Please check with your child’s teacher to determine which supplies are most needed). And - please remember that the donated items count toward parent participation.
Valentine’s Day Party
Thursday, February 14, 2008 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
All children are invited to the Valentine’s Day Party.
If you would like your child to give Valentine cards to his/her friends -
please bring Valentine Cards with your child’s name written on the back only -
and we will assist your child in the distribution. Please do not address them to individual children.
PLEASE - NO CANDY
The party will consist of many fun activities – planned by your child’s teacher
as a part of the daily curriculum:
singing songs, special games and opening of Valentines.
Total Number of Children in Each Class
Room One: 11
Room Two: 12
Room Three: 26
Room Four: 28
Room Five: 21
Old West Day
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
“Old West Day” is a special activity day for the children and the festivities will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Pin the tail on the donkey, barrel races, roping contests, costumes and more will make this a day of fun. Children may wear their boots, jeans and hats to help celebrate the event.
Join the Fun!
Sign In Sheets
All children must be signed in upon arrival and signed out upon departure. The Center takes legal responsibility for your child once you sign him/her in. Please sign with your full signature (no initials). Remember if your child is absent please write the reason for the absence on the sign in/out sheet with your full signature to the right of it. All make-up days need to be approved by the director. Following these simple steps is greatly appreciated.
Other
- You may view this Quarter’s Menu online.
- POLICY REMINDER: If enrolled in the morning session, your child must arrive before 9:00 a.m. - Parent Handbook, page 4.
- During morning arrival the teachers will do an informal health screening. In order to insure proper care for each child at the center, a child may not be accepted with a fever or suspected contagious illness.
- Please stop by the office as soon as possible when reminder notes are left on your sign in/out sheet.
- Updating all of your personal information and emergency information is important and necessary to insure your child is properly cared for. Please note that any changes made through the CSUB system is NOT shared with us. You must give us the appropriate information.
I am looking for individuals interested in participating on the Parent Advisory Committee. Please indicate your interest on the form listed on page 6 of this Newsletter.
2008 Winter Quarter Calendar
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| January 2 (Tuesday) | First day of school First fee payment due |
| January 15 (Monday) | Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Day No CSUB classes |
| January 29 (Tuesday) | Pajama/Movie Day (Rooms 1 & 2) 10:00 a.m. |
| January 30 (Wednesday) | Pajama/Movie Day (Rooms 3, 4 & 5) 10:00 a.m. |
| February 1 - 28 | Black History Month |
| February 1 (Friday) | Second fee payment due |
| February 14 (Thursday) | Valentine's Day Party 10:00 a.m. |
| March 3 (Monday) | Third fee payment due |
| March 5 (Wednesday) | Old West Day 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. |
| March 14 (Friday) | Last Day of School |
| March 17 – 21, 2008 | Spring Quarter Break |
| March 24 (Monday) | First day of Classes Spring Quarter, 2008 |
Parents’ Meeting Survey
The following is a partial list of possible parent education topics. Please check those
topics that are of interest to you:
- health & safety
- child growth & development
- planning learning activities
- guidance & discipline techniques
- linkages with community services
- other
Thank you - please return to the office by Friday, January 22, 2008. You are welcome to email it back to the office.
Would you be interested in participating on our Parent Advisory Committee? We need to start planning some events for Spring Quarter. I definitely need help with the Raffle and Celebrate CSUB event. Please print out this page and let me know when you might be available to meet.
Name:
Day of Week and time available to meet: