Classroom phone # 773.535.6702

September 28, 2009

 Hello Parents:

 Fall is upon us and the children are continuing to transition smoothly just like our weather.  Please be sure to send a light sweater or jacket with your child to school as the weather becomes cooler.  We will continue to explore and play outdoors. 

 We will also begin our exploration and study of apples and gourds/pumpkins.  If you come across an interesting gourd and would like to donate it to our science center we would gladly appreciate it. 

 We want to thank all of the parents who came out for the Open House on Wednesday evening.  I have copies of the materials that I distributed if anyone would like a copy.  The handouts include Pre-K curriculum information and information on how we handle conflicts and guidance in the classroom.  Please ask Ms. Martinez or me for the handouts if you would like a copy. 

 The afternoon class has begun checking out books from the lending library with our school librarian and the morning class will begin the check out system this week from the classroom library.  The children will select books from the classroom library on Tuesday and the books are due back the following Monday (for check-in).  Please remember to review proper book handling with your child (ren).  We realize that a book may occasionally be misplaced or damaged, if this occurs with one of the lending library books we simply ask that you donate a comparable book to the lending library. 

 We realize that young children inadvertently share germs; we are consistently reminding children to wash their hands with “friction and soap” and to use their “cough catchers” (inside of their elbows).  We wipe down the tables and common areas on a regular basis as well.  Even with these measures taken children do get ill.  In an effort to cut down on contagious diseases the early childhood team has recommended that the following health procedures be adhered to by our families:  children with a fever, diarrhea, vomiting, and/or green colored mucus stay home and not return to school for 24 hours after the LAST symptom.  For example- if your child has a fever all weekend and the fever breaks at 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening they should not come to school Monday.  Monday evening at 7:30 would be 24 hours of being symptom free. 

 Please remember to check the snack calendar and bring snacks on your designated day.

Please remember to turn in all paperwork!  Be sure to check your child’s mailbox each day. 

 Dates to Remember:

 Wednesday, September 30, 2009 is Picture Day