Newsletter

Preschool News:

The preschool children have been enjoying our Hibernation study. Did you know that bears drag branches and leaves into their den to create Winter beds for themselves? Hibernation Day was such fun! We snuggled in our cozy jammies and sipped hot chocolate with marshmallows!

This month, we will continue our study of the Solar System.
The children will be making Solar System books, learning songs and enjoying our multi sensory approach to exploring the planets.

In celebration of Valentine's Day, we will continue our peace, love and friendship education. We will discuss mail and postal service and possibly have a special visit to our Magnolia Post Office! We will also have a Valentine's Day party on Monday, February 13th& Tuesday February 14th. Please have your child bring a Valentine for each friend in the classroom. We ask that the envelopes are NOT labeled with the names of the children. This makes it easier for your child to deliver it to each friend. If your child does not attend school on a Monday, please bring in the cards on Tuesday, Feb 14th.
Please bring in 18 cards.
Just a reminder that Father's Night is February 7th, from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. The children are eager to show their Dads their favorite work in the classroom. No siblings please.

Our best,
Karen& Josie
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Lost and found
Please check the lost and found basket for missing gloves, containers etc.

We cannot be responsible for unlabeled gloves etc. Please put your child's name on EVERYTHING!

***ACHOO! COUGH! SPLUTTER!***
Attention ALL PARENTS: School Sick Policy
It is a State Law, that children must be home for 24 hours following a fever, diarrhea and/or vomiting.
In regards to the coughs, colds, and runny noses, please use your best discretion. Keep in mind, that children have a very hard time constantly covering their mouths and noses to prevent the spread of germs from coughing and sneezing. Our goal is to keep the spread of germs to a minimum among students and staff. Please remember to notify a teacher if your child has any medication prior to coming to school.
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Shannah Summer camp
June 18h - August 17th

Summer camp information & registration will be available on our website by February 13th. Camp is for children
3yrs - 7years. Campers must be toilet trained.
Our camp is a 5 day a week camp, however, Shannah families can avail of a special 3 day a week plan.
Regular camp day 9am -1pm. Early care is available 8am -9am.
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Thank you!
Thank you to the Dickson family for the donation of playdoh and stickers. Because of germs, we change our play doh all the time!!

A special thank you to Jane Harvey ( Kala& Maya's Mom) for sharing her time and talent making clay pinch pots and name plates with the preschool children. She will be firing and glazing them before the pot will come home!
A fun time was had by all!, thank you Jane!
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Winter Vacation week: School will be closed February 20th -24th
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Tax time of year again! Shannah Tax ID #:043 327 727
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Toddler News:
Hello Toddler parents! We hope you are enjoying the mild winter weather. Thank you for packing appropriate outdoor clothing. We do enjoy spending time on the playground. Please feel free to leave some slippers at school.
This month we will focus on love, friendship, emotions and feelings.
At this age, the children are constantly learning how to interact with each other and to move beyond parallel play. We encourage the children to use their words during interactive play.
During circle time, we will sing songs, read books about friendship, love and Valentine's Day.
We are delighted with the work choices the children are making during our morning work cycle, their attention spans are lengthening which means they are engaging in more challenging tasks.
We look forward to meeting with you during the March conferences. If you feel you need to meet before then, please call the school to set up a conference.

We will celebrate Valentine's Day on Tuesday 14thth & Wednesday 15th.

** Please bring Twelve Valentines: NO NAMES ON ENVELOPES!

Our Valentines' celebration will be a low key one, the children will be making a Valentine bag at school to hold their cards and treats. If you would like to send in a special treat, please keep in mind, we are a nut free school.

Thank you for sharing your children with us!

Ruth & Cindy

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Toddler class wish list:

We need wet wipes!