2008-2009 School  Year Weekly Letters to Rainbow  Parents

From Miss Olga & Miss Virginia

November 21, 2008

 The topic for the week was “Thanksgiving” and the letter “T”.  On Monday, the children decorated their Indian vest using brown paper bags.  On Tuesday, we made a turkey out of our handprints using paint.  Those that were registered had their soccer class with Coach Oscar.  On Wednesday, we made head bands with different colored feathers. The children also enjoyed music class with Ms. Michelle. On Thursday, we put together bonnets for the pilgrim girls and hats for the boys.  And finally, on Friday, we made a sail during our cooking class. The children had a very busy week and they had lots of fun too.

 The student of the week next week will be Julianne Bech. Please bring in a poster on Monday with pictures to share with the class.

 A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS:

      Thank you to all the families who have sent in Publix Gift Cards to share with families in need this Thanksgiving season.  Those who donated, your child moved their heart onto the graph of giving for sharing their heart with someone else.  We will still be collecting gift cards in any amount until November 26^th.  Remember, lots of little donations make a wonderful Thanksgiving Feast!

      Thank you, thank you, thank you to Holly’s dad, Inaki’s Mom, Angeline’s Dad (from blue door) and Adelise’s Siblings Ramón, Leesia & Britney  (Yellow Door) for helping spread the mulch on the playground.

      A word of thanks for everyone who has turned in their already read magazines to recycle for others to read.  If you would like to borrow one, they are on the last set of bookshelves outside of Blue Door.  When you finish, just bring it back.

      Please plan accordingly…we will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28^th in observance of Thanksgiving.  Weekly parents are asked to please pay on Monday.

      If you plan to shop on line on “Black Friday” instead of standing in line at the store, please go through our portal to do your holiday shopping.

o       http://www.kidsforkidsacademy.com/shop%20to%20earn.htm

      Do you like to bake or to have great baked goods in your house around the holiday time?  If so, sign up to be part of the Great Cookie Exchange.  Here is how it works:

o       Sign up and bake 4 dozen cookies using your favorite recipe.  

o       Put 2 cookies in each zip lock bag with a label or insert in the bag with the recipe.

§         If you need our help, email us the recipe and we will print out 24 little inserts for you to put in the bags.  

o       Bring in the 24 bags on December 17^th.

o       We will but your bags on the assembly line and in return, you will get 24 different bags with other cookies and their recipes.  

o       Enjoy a wonderful variety of cookies in your home this holiday season.

 November 14, 2008

 The topic of the week was “Being Healthy”.  The children were learning so much about healthy foods, junk food and how we can keep our bodies healthy.  The children also drew and colored pictures about their favorite food.  They selected and cut pictures of foods from a magazine.  On Wednesday, they enjoyed the Fun Bus.  On Thursday, they had music class with Ms. Michelle and on Friday, we made a delicious fruit salad for our cooking class.

 The student of the week will be Zachary Vigo. Please bring in a poster on Monday to share with the class.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS:

What a wonderful week we had!  Not only did our teachers enjoy getting a ton of new things for their class from the NAEYC conference, but I was happy to be back enjoying our students.  I especially had a great time at our Family Reading Night.  For those of you, who missed it, please consider joining us next month on December 4^th. 

We have a lot of things coming up in November.  We will be introducing our students to the Graph Of Giving as we teach them to share their hearts with someone else.  In November, we usually collect food and grocery gift cards for needy families outside of our school, but this year we have 6 families we have recently lost their jobs and are falling on hard economic times.  If you are able, we are collecting $5 Publix Gift Cards to help those families from our own school to have a Happy Thanksgiving.  Any child who brings in a $5 Publix Gift Card will move their heart onto the Graph of Giving on the Pantry Door.

For those of you who ordered cookie dough, it will be arriving on Wednesday, November 19^th.  Please plan to pick it up that day and either deliver it to the individuals you sold it to or have a place in your refrigerator or freezer until you can deliver it.  It is ok to refreeze or refrigerate, but we do not have space at the school to store it overnight.   In all, we raised $1400 on the sale, $850 will be used on a truck full of playground mulch and the rest will be used to enhance our multicultural toys and books in the classrooms.  If you are able to help in spreading the mulch, we are looking for help around noon Saturday.  Rakes, wheel barrels, and shovels are welcome!  If we have a lot of volunteers, it should take about an hour.

We will be holding a Family Turkey Decorating Event.  Please check your child’s mailbox for an outline of a turkey.  Use your creativity to decorate it any way you wish.  Some ideas include using beans, rice, feathers, buttons, or anything found around your house. Please return it before Monday, November 25^th so that we can hang them for all to see.  Be sure to write your child’s name and class on the back.

Finally, we will be holding Thanksgiving Feasts in all our rooms.  Please check your child’s class door to sign up to bring an item for the feast.  VPK sign up sheets will be on the pantry doors by the kitchen.  Families are invited to join us for this special day so mark your calendars.  Remember, we will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28^th in Observance of Thanksgiving.

November 7, 2008 

The topic this week was: “How Animals Sleep?” and the letter “Z”.  We did many activities during the week.  The children learned different words that begin with the letter “Z”.  We also traced and decorated the letter “Z” with construction paper and other materials.  We also read books about “How Animals Sleep?”  The children made funny monkeys, sloths and teddy bears with different recycled materials.  On Tuesday, the children that are enrolled in soccer had their soccer class with Coach Oscar.  On Thursday, the children enjoyed their music class with Ms. Michelle. And finally on Friday, for our cooking activity, we made delicious bear-shaped cookies.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

I am writing you from Dallas where I am attending the NAEYC conference.  I want to take a moment to thank my wonderful staff who has worked so hard in my absence to make sure things ran smoothly, especially Miss Jeanne who stood in for me, Miss Delly, and even cooked in the kitchen for Miss Maria.  I have learned so much at the conference that I can’t wait to share with the parents and staff.  I am always looking to improve my skills as an administrator since my primary training is as a teacher.  I had a chance to look at some great new innovative things for the classroom and made some purchases that I know the teachers and students will really enjoy.  One of the things I learned was how to put up a Staff Compliment Tree.  In the weeks to come you will see it going up.  I am asking parents to think of a compliment you can give to the teachers and assistants in your child’s class and turn it in to me on a post it note.  Each week, I will add the compliments to the tree.  It can be general or specific (I really appreciate it when I pick up my child and Miss X always hugs them as they leave the class.  Or I loved the monkey activity that was done in Miss X’s class this week.  My child really learned a lot.)  You can also mention a quality that makes the teacher special.  You will be surprised how special just a few words can make someone feel and it only takes a moment out of your day.  Also feel free to submit compliments for our office and kitchen staff.  If you do not have any post it notes, just cut out a 3 inch square of paper and use that.  I can’t wait to get back and see everyone on Monday.

October 31, 2008

     This week’s topic was: Our Country.  The children participated in many activities about our country.  They cut, glued and colored American flags with construction paper and crayons.  They traced and colored the USA map.  Also they read different books and they made very nice Halloween bags.  On Wednesday enjoyed Fun Bus.  On Thursday was Michelle’s music class.  On Friday we all participated in the Halloween Happening.  The kids went from room to room and participated in various events.  They made pumpkin bats, decorated and filled bags with candy for homeless kids, made Halloween necklaces, took part in a costume parade, decorated cupcakes, and watched Dora The Explorer Halloween.  A great time was had by all! The children were beautiful in their costumes.  Thank you to the parents who came to help us.

The Student of the Week will be:  Josh Chin, please send in a poster with photos of your family to share on Monday.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

October 24, 2008

 The topic of the week was “Bats” and the letter “B”.  During the week, the children participated in many different activities.  They traced, cut and glued the letter “B” and made a bat out of construction paper.  On Tuesday, those that signed-up, enjoyed soccer class. On Thursday, the children enjoyed music with Ms. Michelle.  On Friday, as part of our cooking class, we made American flag shaped cookies.

 Our student of the week for next week will be: Roberto Martinez.  Please bring in a poster on Monday to share with the class.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

We are so excited that now 85% of our parents are getting their communications through e-mail.  What a great way to save paper!  Please continue to check your child’s mailbox to get their free books and work for the week.   I also wanted to mention that we have had several parents who have lost their jobs in these hard economic times.  If you have a company that is hiring, please let us know so that we can try and help out those who need jobs.   Next Friday is our annual Halloween Happening!  It is a really fun day not only for our students, but for anyone who wants to come and help out at the school.  All kids expect green door are invited to come dressed up in costume.  Classes will travel from room to room doing different activities.  Parent volunteers will travel with their child’s class and assist.  When their class is watching the Dora Movie, those parents will help pass out treats at the Halloween Parade.  We are still short a few mini pumpkins, candy for the homeless bags, and non food treats for our students.  We will be accepting donations until Thursday, October 30^th.  We will be mailing the remaining school picture packets back on Monday so if you still want to purchase them, you have until Monday to do so.

HALLOWEEN HAPPENING SCHEDULE

October 17, 2008

 In our Rainbow Class, our topic for the week was “The Garden” and the letter “G”.  The children learned different words that begin with the letter “G”.  The cut and decorated the letter “G” and also glued flowers together in their journals.  They also read books during the week about gardens.  On Tuesday, some of the kids had soccer class.  On Thursday, the children enjoyed music with Ms. Michelle.  And finally on Friday, the children made flower-shaped cookies.  We had the cookies as a snack; they were delicious! 

Our student of the week will be: David Conde.  Please bring in a poster on Monday to share with the class.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

What an exciting week we had together.  I think the highlight of the week was our Family Reading Night.  We had 33 families in attendance and everyone had a great time.  Next time I will have to make more cookies!  Here is a picture of everyone together.  If you missed this one, the next one will be on November 12^th.  Come early to get a good seat.  This weekend is our garage sale.  Please come by and shop or if you have donations, feel free to drop them off on Saturday morning.  Our next big event is our Halloween Happening.  If you would like to sign up to volunteer, it will be a fun morning.  It will start at 9 am and go until 11:30 in all classes except green.  We will be accepting donations of candy (for the homeless kids), mini pumpkins, and non-candy treat like fruit snacks, cookies, and small trinkets to pass out at our Halloween Parade.

 October 10, 2008

We have been very busy this week.  The topic of the week was “Fall” and the letter “L”.   During the week, the children read books about the Fall Season. This week, the children were learning different words that begin with the letter “L”.  On Monday, they made Christopher Columbus’ ships: The Niña, The Pinta and The Santa Maria.  They made leaves with color paint and a leaf wreath out of construction paper.  On Tuesday, they enjoyed the Fun Bus.  On Thursday, the children enjoyed music class with Ms. Michelle.  And finally, on Friday, during cooking class, the children made lemonade.

 The student of the week will be:  Bianca Chung.  Please bring in a poster on Monday to share with the class.

Join Us For The 4^th Annual Halloween Happening

All children ages 2 and up are asked to come to school in their Halloween Costume with a change of clothing.  

(Please do not send guns, knives, or other weapons or toys) 

Students will rotate from room to room and participate in the following events:

Ø      Cookie Decorating

Ø      Mini Pumpkin Decorating

Ø      Dora Halloween video

Ø      Decorating and filling candy bags for Homeless Kids        

o       Please donate a bag of candy for this activity

Ø      Halloween Art Project

Ø      Decorate Halloween Bags for Costume Parade

Ø      Costume Parade

o       Please send in any of the following NON CANDY ITEMS for the kids to get at the parade:

§         Fruit snacks

§         Mini bags of cookies or goldfish

§         Halloween gummies

§         Mini bags of pretzels

§         Halloween trinkets like:

·        Rings, bubbles, necklaces, or other age appropriate Halloween toys.

We will also need parents to volunteer to hand out the treats at the Halloween parade. 

We are also looking for 4 parents in each class to donate 5 mini pumpkins.  They have them at Publix or at the pumpkin patches and range in price from $0.50 to $1.00 each.  We will need all pumpkins at the school no later than October 30^th.

October 3, 2008

             This week’s topic was “Fire Safety” and the letter “F”.  Students  made a red fire truck in their journal.  They traced and decorated the letter “F” with glitter and they were cutting a red telephone with the number 911.  This week, they also learned about fire safety and when to dial 911.  On Thursday, Ms. Michelle came for music class.  On Friday, the children made a fireman shake during our cooking class.

            The student of the week will be Rodrigo Alonso.  Please bring in a poster on Monday with pictures to share with the class.

 A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS:

We are about to begin doing the Ages and Stages Assessments with our students.  This is a screening tool that can help tell you how your child is developing.  Please see your child’s teacher to set up a 10 minute appointment to go over the assessment.  This assessment is done as a cooperative interview with the teacher.  Once the results are available, we will get them to you.  If you cannot arrange for a face to face conference, please call and arrange a phone conference.  It takes about 10 minutes to complete.

 We are still collecting donations for The Harbin Family who lost their home and their 4 year old son in a house fire.  Any donations are greatly appreciated.  To make matters worse, the hotel they are staying in was robbed.  The child’s funeral is on Sunday and they are still short $2500 to pay for it.  Please Help!  Cash of checks can be left at the front desk.  So far our school has raised $600.

 Todavia estamos collectando donaciones para la familia Harbin, quienes perdieron a su hijo de 4 años y su casa en un insendio.  Cualquier cantidad de donacion que puedan darles se le agradecera.  Como si no fuera suficiente, les robaron lo que tenienan en el hotel donde se estaban quedando.  El funeral del niño sera este domingo y necesitan recaudar $2,500 para poder pagarlo.  Por favor de ayudar !  Los cheques o efectivo se puede dejar en la oficina al frente.

 UPCOMING EVENTS FOR OCTOBER:

1. October 3^rd:  VPK SUPPLY FEE BILLED
2. October 7^th :  FIU FAMILY SAFETY CLASS:  , 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
3. October 15^th:  Family Storytime & Pajama Jam 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm
4. October 18^th:  Country Walk/School Garage Sale, please save us your unwanted items, they can be brought in October 16 & 17
5. October 18^th:  Parents Night Out 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Reservations Required
6. October 20^th: Frozen Gourmet Cookie Dough Order Forms Go Home
7. October 31:  Halloween Happening- 9:00 am – 11:00 am (Parents Invited!)

September 26, 2008

             The topic of the week was “Community Helpers” and the letter “C”.  The children did different activities; they traced, cut and decorated the letter “C”.  They learned so many words that begin with the letter “C”.  The children then made fire trucks and head bands, like the doctors wear.  This week, the children also started to trace their first and last names.  They were reading and imitating what community helpers would do.  On Tuesday was picture day.  On Thursday, the children enjoyed Ms. Michelle’s music class. And on Friday, they prepared, cooked and ate cheese cookies. They were delicious!

The student of the week will be: Valerie Clement.  Please bring in a poster on Monday with pictures to share with the class.

Help Us Go Green, and register for a chance to WIN GREEN!

Many of you have told us that you are computer literate.   In an effort to save paper and be better to our environment, we are giving parents the opportunity to receive the Friday Letters via e-mail.  If you do not want to get the Friday letter by e-mail, but would like to get other info like upcoming event by e-mail, you can submit your e-mail and check the box below.  All parents who register their e-mail will be entered into a drawing for a one year family pass for Miami Metro Zoo.   Simply fill out the form below, cut it and return to the front desk.  If you would like to receive the e-mail at more than one address, list all addresses and we will send the letter to each one.

FIU FAMILY SAFETY CLASS STARTS NEXT WEEK

If you have a child who is between the ages of 3 and 5 there is still time to sign up for the FREE class being offered by FIU.  All participants must turn in a completed registration form in order to participate.  Forms are available at the front desk.

Signing in and Out

PLEASE remember in order for us to make a lunch for your child, you must sign them in on the computer.  Please also remember to sign out at the end of the day.

WELCOME TO BROWN DOOR

After much anticipation we are thrilled to report that our new classroom is completed.  There are still a few spaces left in our PRE-K program in you have friends who are interested.  I would like to thank all the teachers and support staff in the school who helped to make the transition to our new class so successful.

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If you are interested in getting your Friday Letter via e-mail, please fill out this form and turn it in to the front desk: 

Child’s Name:______________________________________     Class___________________________

E-mail address:_______________________________________________________________________________

PLEASE PRINT

 ______ Do not send the Friday Letter, but send other  _____ I wish to get the Friday Letter by email      

announcements to my email.                                             as well as other announcements.

  I am sending you this information because part of the goal of our school is to create caring citizens.  Here is a chance for you and your family to make a huge difference in the life of another family.  It is with a very heavy heart that I share this sad information with you.  Although the child mentioned below IS NOT from our school, the family certainly is in need of our help.  I have included the small mention from the Wednesday Miami Herald.

September 19, 2008

           During this week we worked on the topic: Apples and the letter “P” they learned lot of words beginning with letter P.  The children traced and decorated the letter P.  Also we cut glued colored apples.  We were reading different books about apples.  On Wednesday we enjoyed the fun bus.  On Thursday a wonderful day with Michelle’s the music class and on Friday was our cooking day we made appetizers with cream cheese and bread.

          The Student of the week will be:   Nicolas Alssopp.  Please bring in a poster to share with the class.

 A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

Please note on the last letter the dates for upcoming events were listed as October.  The dates below are the correct ones.

 September 23:  Picture Day for Rainbow and VPK

September 24:  Picture Day ALL other classes, you many wear any clothing you wish.

September 12, 2008

           The topic of the week was: Dinosaurs.  Students traced cut and decorated different kinds of dinosaurs.  They also learned about a dinosaur’s life.  We read stories about dinosaurs and also introduce the letter” D”.  Students knew so many word that begin with letter” D”.  We are working hard to learning about our childrens’ many needs.  Your cooperation in reading books that go home Roberta the monkey is appreciated.

          A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS:

Thank you to all the families who attending our parent meeting and open house.  If you did not attend, please see someone at the front desk for a copy of the powerpoint presentation.   If you did not sign up for the FREE FAMILY SAFETY CLASS being put on by FIU, there are still a few spaces available.    Please note the following upcoming events:

 September 17:  FREE MOBILE DENTAL UNIT (Miami Children’s Hospital)  If you would like your child to receive a FREE CHECK UP, please sign a consent form available at the front desk.

 September 20:  Parents Night Out:  $25 for the first child and $15 for each additional child.  Drop off children in their Pajamas at 6 pm and pick up by 11 pm.  Reservations required, a sign up sheet will be at the front desk on Monday.

 September 23:  Picture Day for Rainbow and VPK, you many wear any clothing you wish.

                   This week we’ve been learning different things.  The topic for this week was: School Rules and the letter “S”.  The children traced and decorated the letter S, they also learned many words that begin with the letter S.  Everyone is getting to know their class routine and courtesy rules.  They worked with their journals and they enjoyed music and reading books about listening.   On Friday we participated in a cooking activity.

          Student of the week:  Bryan Garcia.  The student of the week is asked to bring in a poster of themselves with their family to share with the class.

                   We wish you a nice and safe weekend!  Please remember to back the family photos for the book we will keep at the quiet area.  We will be offering a weekly soccer class with Coach Oscar for only $20 a month.  If you are interested, see someone at the front desk to sign up.  Soccer will start the first Tuesday in October.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS:

Open house is currently scheduled for Thursday, September 11^th at 7:00.  We will watch the weather to determine if it will need to be rescheduled.  Also please keep in mind that we follow the advisories of the Public School System.  In the event of weather emergency, will be open as long as it is determined safe for Public Schools to be open.  If Public Schools are closed, we will be closed as well.

August 29, 2008

            We are very happy and proud of the students of Rainbow class.  The topic of the week “All about me” they traced and decorated letter “A” and an apple.  Also students printed their hands in the journal and a half apple on construction paper.  During the week the kids read different books about me; they practiced learning pledge of allegiance.  Everyone is getting to know the in routine of the class and developing fine motor skilsl.  The student of the week will be“Cora Brisa”.  The student of the week is asked to bring in a poster of themselves and their family to share with the class in circletime.  Please remember to bring back the family photos on the papers that were given to you so we can keep it for the kids at the quiet area.

             We wish you a wonderful and safe long weekend. Remember, we are closed Monday for Labor Day,

August 22, 2008

2007-2008 School Year Weekly Letters to Rainbow  Parents

From Miss Olga, Miss Ivelisse, Miss Virginia, Miss Brittany

April 25, 2008

This week we talked about our planet for the celebration of “Earth Day”.

We made Earth art with different materials, also used recycled materials for a collage and they wrote the name of the Continents. On Wednesday, we enjoyed the fun bus and on Thursday made Earth Day bars for our cooking activity. On Thursday we had a visitor from the library for a very special story time. On Friday we went to see Arthur’s Live for our field trip.

We wish you a wonderful and safe weekend.

 UPCOMING EVENTS :

Monday May 12^th                Family Reading Night & Pajama Jam

Saturday May 17^th               Garage sale fundraiser, save up your items

April 18, 2008

This week we talked about birds and the characteristic that makes them different.

 During art we made bird beak and past bird food inside, we took a look at some feathers with the magnifying glass and they drew it on paper, we also made a blue bird with construction paper and coffee filters.

 On Friday, we made a real treat for the birds and hang it on the trees outside.

 We also went to the fun bus and had music with Ms. Michelle

Next Friday, is our next field trip.

 UPCOMING EVENTS:

Saturday August 26^th         Parents Night Out 6:00-11:00 PM

Monday May 12^th               Family Reading Night & Pajama Jam

Saturday May 17^th              Garage sale fundraiser, save up your unwanted items

March 21, 2008

            This was an exciting week. We talked about St. Patrick’s Day and Easter. We made shamrocks, bunny hats and an Easter basket.  On Wednesday we went on the Fun Bus for Gymnastics and had  music with Ms. Michelle on Thursday. We had a lot of fun during the Easter Egg hunt on Thursday. On Friday for our cooking activity we made a Bunny in a Cup. We used cookies, jellybeans, licorice twists, pudding and whipped cream. It was delicious!

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

 It was a real joy to see all the little bunny children as they hunted for eggs on the playground.  A special thanks to all the parents who followed our egg filling guidelines by not putting candy in the eggs.  It really helps to reinforce our oral health program.   Although we did out best to check all of the eggs, if we missed some and candy got home with your child, we apologize.  Please keep in mind that anything that goes home in the form of goodie bags either for special events or birthdays, must be approved by an administrator in the main office.  Please also remember that because of our participation in the Childcare Food Program, we are not permitted to serve sweet items like cookies or cupcakes during the lunch hour.  Therefore, cupcakes can only be served with the afternoon snack.  If your child only attends for half of the day and is not in school for snack, we celebrate their special occasions during lunch with items like sugar free popsicles.

 Finally, Mr. Davis joins me in wishing all our families who celebrate Easter a special time together. 

  Dates to Remember:

Ø      March 22:     Parents Night out Babysitting Event 6:00-11:00 pm

Ø      March 24^:       First safety class for those who signed up from 6:00-7:00

Ø      April 8:           Family Reading Night and Pajama Jam

Ø      April 26:         Parents Night out Babysitting Event 6:00-11:00 pm

The topic this week was The Garden. 

We picked and counted tomatoes from the garden and the students got to take them home.  We measured the cabbage plants using paper clips.  We also drew a beautiful picture of a flower garden in our journals. 

 We also had music class with Ms. Michelle and went to the Fun Bus.

 On Friday, we made flower shape cookies, they were delicious. 

 The student of the week will be:  Ethan Pena.

 Our flied trip to Actor’s Playhouse to see the Wizard of OZ will be next week Thursday, March 13, 2008.  Please have your child in school by 8:30am and make sure he/she wears the school shirt.

February 29, 2008

This week the theme was Rainforest.  We learned about the rainforest and the animals that live in it.

 We made beautiful butterflies with coffee filters and markers, sneaky sneakers out of paper plates, snoring sloths with construction paper, terrific colorful toucans and on Friday we made delicious “Edible rainforest insects. 

 We went to the fun bus and had a great time; we also learned new words in French and Spanish too.  Don’t forget that we have a fieldtrip on Wednesday.  Please be in school by 8:45 am and wear your school shirt.

 The student of the week will be Jayden Moore.

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

It is hard to believe that the month of March is already here, February flew by!  We are still waiting for a validator from NAEYC to visit our school for our accreditation.  We are sure they will be here one day next week.  Attached is an envelope with a parent survey.  Please fill it out and return it to the front desk.  Everyone who completes the survey by March 10^th will be entered for a chance to win a $50 tuition credit.  These surveys will be used as part of the accreditation process.

I hope you will all join us for our informational PARENT NIGHT on Wednesday, March 5^th at 6:00 pm to find out more information about our upcoming Family Safety Class.  Finally, please remember to label all clothing sent in with your child, especially jackets.

February 22, 2008

          This week we learned about President’s Day.  We talked about past and present presidents.  We traced the letter Qq.  On Wednesday we went to the fun bus.  We also used coins to make rubbings of the presidents’ faces.  On Thursday we had music with Ms. Michelle and made a going away card for Lucas that is moving to Minnesota.  On Friday we enjoyed Yoga a made a yummy treat in honor of President’s Day. 

          In art the children made a log cabin using popsicle sticks.  They drew the American Flag using crayons.  They also made a beautiful drawing in their journals.  Finally on Friday for our cooking activity we made a George Washington treat.  We used graham crackers, vanilla pudding and cherry pie filling.  It was very patriotic and delicious.  We also had music with Ms. Michelle on Thursday and Fun Bus on Wednesday.  We were so sad to have to cancel the fieldtrip to Parrot Jungle this month.  To replace this fieldtrip, we will be taking 2 in April.  The second trip will be the The UM Bank Atlantic Center to see Arthur live onstage.  You will get more information on the trip as it approaches.

Student of the Week:  Benjamin Debiase

A NOTE FROM MRS. DAVIS

We have had a lot of excitement this week.  As you know we are waiting for a visit from NAEYC (National Association For Young Children) for the last step in our pursuit of our accreditation.  They will be here in the next two weeks.  Ironically, we also got a call from APPLE (A Florida accrediting agency) that we are in a 45 window for their visit as well.  I know when they come, they will see how wonderful our teachers are and how special our program is.  In the next week, you will be getting a parent survey which is required for APPLE.  Any families who turn it in within one week will be put in a drawing for a $50 tuition credit.

Some other exciting news…Please check your mailbox for a flyer regarding our upcoming parenting classes.  The class is a family safety program put on by FIU and sponsored by The Children’s Trust.  Classes will be twice a week for 5 weeks starting March 5^th and going through April 23^rd.  The classes will be from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  See the flyer for more information.  Click here for a copy of the flyer.

Additionally, one of our kind parents, Dr. Lourdes Nunez, has donated a Medical Microdermabrasion Treatment valued at $150 to our school.  We will be selling raffle tickets for $5 and will draw the lucky winner on March 21^st.  All of the money raised will go the Kids For Kids Academy Scholarship Fund which assists parents who have had financial crisis like foreclosures or loss of work.  Please offer the opportunity to friends and family member to buy a raf