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May in Pre-K Extended Day
This month we will be learning about the letters S,T, U, and V. We will start with slithering snakes discussing various types, and their habits, children will have the chance to design their own snakes that will be slithering around the classroom. T is for trees a new addition to our classroom will be a Catalpa tree created by the children. For the letter U we will be taking on a different view of things from Up and Under, during this unit children will have the opportunity to create the letter U and take photographs for various areas Up and Under places discussing what the differences that they view from the different locations. The letter V is for vegetables and Pre-K will learn about the components of a garden, will be doing some planting, and recording the growth of our vegetables. Keep your eyes open for our sprouting vegetables on our window sill. May is full of excitement and we are looking forward to Spring coming upon us! Happy Mothers Day to all, the children have been working very hard on your gifts! Reminders: Monday, May 28th- No school We are collecting: -Baby food jars -Shoe boxes, or smaller sized boxes -Tin Can -2 liter plastic bottles -Rocks ( Palm size, for pet rocks) -Used old Cd’s
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Whats’ happening in Extended Day in May:
Through the month of May we will be doing a variety of art activities, please refer to our calendars for the art projects. There are many new clubs that are starting in May. Club offerings: Girl Power - Building peer relationships through fun activities and focusing on social dynamics and etiquette such as sharing, including others, and expressing your feelings in an effective manner. Sewing Knitting/Sewing Club with Jackie - Do you have used sweaters or shirts that you cannot wear anymore? Join sewing club, to turn these old shirts into dolls or stuffed animals! Students will have the opportunity to learn simple stitches and stuffing techniques to create a doll or stuffed animal. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to learn how to knit so they can create a cap or a bracelet for his/or her creation! S.T.E.M - (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills include inquiry, life sciences, earth science, physical sciences, and technology/engineering these skills are used to develop projects. Sports Games - Children will play a variety of team sports, building on their ability to work together, follow directions, and be a team player while having fun! Painting - Children will be exploring color, contrast, design, and art history. They will be creating tangible pieces as well as learning about various artists. *We are confident that these clubs will be enjoyable and a good learning experience for all children* :) We are collecting: -Baby food jars -Shoe boxes, or smaller sized boxes -Tin Can -2 liter plastic bottles -Rocks -Used old Cd’s Wish List: -Set stainless steal measuring cups -Brita filters -Mancala -Headbanz -Chess Cleaning Luxuries: -Clorox Wipes -Paper Towels We hope everyone had a wonderful April!
Just 34 more days of school left! We had fun learning about birds, ocean and desert animals. The children got very creative and made some wonderful crafts. Our class celebrated one of the children’s birthdays in April on the 11th with a birthday bash! The children had fun decorating a giant birthday card and decorating cupcakes! They also got to try some meringues as a special treat! This month we will have fun with a camping theme and two weeks of Games! Games! Games! The children will experience what real camping is like from hanging out in a tent to making S’mores by the fire. During our Games theme the children will have the opportunity to create a themed board game of their own as well as a chance to play all their favorites. We will take part in our first ever field trip to the cinema on May 3rd to watch “The Pirates!” The children are so excited! Extended Day Clubs are also back starting this week and the Kindergarteners will have a chance to participate in Lego Club on Tuesdays and Game Club on Fridays with Jared. There is no sign up for these clubs and the children may participate when they wish. May BOOKS Arthur Goes To Camp Olivia Goes Camping LadyBug Girl Rhymes Around the World A couple of reminders this month… * Please sign your child out EVERYDAY! * Please check your child’s mailbox each Friday * Please be sure your children have appropriate attire to enjoy the outdoors as well as sunscreen and hats May 3rd: Early Release Day (12:30) May 28th: NO SCHOOL May 23rd: Open House (4:30-6:30) Come meet our teachers and ask questions for next year! What’s happening in 1/2 Extended Day:
Through the month of March we learned a lot about money and opened our extended day store. The children continue to earn money, buy doing jobs around the classroom. When the children earn money, they deposit it into their “checking accounts.” The children then update their statements with their balance and are able to spend or save their money. We will continue money management through the rest of the school year. April came very quickly for us, and continues to fly by! This month we will be recognizing signs of spring and discussing the change of season. Kids continue to earn wish days which will be fulfilled during out wish day week April 9th to April 13th. -April 22nd is Earth day, during the week of April 23rd-April 27th, we will be discussing ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. As well, we will be creating crafts from recycled materials. April Reminders: -Wednesday, April 4th-Early Release, Field trip to The Waterworks Museum. Slips due by Tuesday April 3rd. -Friday, April 6th-No School -Thursday, April 12th-Early Release, 2nd graders field trip to the Aquarium. Slips due by Wednesday April 11th. -Friday, April 13th- We will be watching: The Invention of Hugo Cabaret. We will start the movie at 3pm and it should be over by 5:15, please plan pick-up accordingly if your child is interested in watching the movie. -Monday, April 16th-Friday, April 20th -April Vacation, No school. If you are traveling we wish you a fun and safe vacation! -Wednesday, April 25th- Early Release, Picnic and filed games at Eliot field!! NEW Mailing ADDRESS FOR ALL TUITION PAYMENTS HEDP c/o Chessman PO BOX 244 Bedford, MA 01730 1-2 Wish List: -Tissues -Clorox wipes -Stainless steel measuring cups |
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