A Note From Our Principal
We had so much fun last month engaging in fall lessons, pumpkin themed activities, and classroom celebrations. We also loved seeing so many of you at our Fall Festival! This month, we are focusing on gratitude, connecting with others, and sharing family traditions. Thank you for allowing us to teach and care for your children.
Sincerely,
Shelly Poe
Thanksgiving Activities
Our students will be celebrating Thanksgiving with fun classroom activities on November 16th. More details to come via Links 2 Home.
Family Survey Reminder
Our enrolled family survey launched in October. If you have not received the email, please let us know so we can request it be resent. The survey provides the opportunity for you to give us feedback anonymously on our strengths and areas we can work on. Survey closes November 18.
Cubby Refresh
As a reminder, please make sure to refresh the spare clothing in your child’s cubby. Take home anything that no longer fits and leave a spare set of well-fitting, weather-appropriate clothes.
American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month
November is American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month. It is a time to honor their culture, accomplishments, and contributions. When children acknowledge and appreciate diverse cultures, they are helping to build a community of belonging and inclusion. We will be celebrating in our classrooms by reading books with Native American characters, making a traditional meal, and exploring nature which is an important part of the Native American culture!
Important Dates
November 4 – American Football Day – Wear a Jersey to school!
November 6 – Daylight Savings Day
November 8 – MCPS No School (Drop In Available)
November 11 – School Closed for Veterans Day
November 16 – CBA Thanksgiving Feast @ 12 pm
November 18th – Flannel Friday – Wear a Flannel Shirt to School
November 21 – Odd Socks Day – Wear Funky Socks to School
November 21 – MCPS Early Release Day (Drop In available)
November 22 – MCPS Early Release Day
November 23 – MCPS No School
November 24 & 25 – School Closed for Thanksgiving
November 28 – Olney Help Gift Card Donations Begin
New On Our Preschool Blog
Did you know… National STEM/STEAM Day is November 8th! We believe that introducing these concepts in preschool is important to help children build problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills, as well as self-confidence and self-direction. All year long, our students work collaboratively to create vehicles using cardboard boxes, make containers[.....]
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November Newsletter
A Note From Our Principal
We had so much fun last month engaging in fall lessons, pumpkin themed activities, and classroom celebrations. We also loved seeing so many of you at our Fall Festival! This month, we are focusing on gratitude, connecting with others, and sharing family traditions. Thank you for allowing us to teach and care for your children.
Sincerely,
Shelly Poe
Thanksgiving Activities
Our students will be celebrating Thanksgiving with fun classroom activities on November 16th. More details to come via Links 2 Home.
Family Survey Reminder
Our enrolled family survey launched in October. If you have not received the email, please let us know so we can request it be resent. The survey provides the opportunity for you to give us feedback anonymously on our strengths and areas we can work on. Survey closes November 18.
Cubby Refresh
As a reminder, please make sure to refresh the spare clothing in your child’s cubby. Take home anything that no longer fits and leave a spare set of well-fitting, weather-appropriate clothes.
American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month
November is American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month. It is a time to honor their culture, accomplishments, and contributions. When children acknowledge and appreciate diverse cultures, they are helping to build a community of belonging and inclusion. We will be celebrating in our classrooms by reading books with Native American characters, making a traditional meal, and exploring nature which is an important part of the Native American culture!
Important Dates
November 4 – American Football Day – Wear a Jersey to school!
November 6 – Daylight Savings Day
November 8 – MCPS No School (Drop In Available)
November 11 – School Closed for Veterans Day
November 16 – CBA Thanksgiving Feast @ 12 pm
November 18th – Flannel Friday – Wear a Flannel Shirt to School
November 21 – Odd Socks Day – Wear Funky Socks to School
November 21 – MCPS Early Release Day (Drop In available)
November 22 – MCPS Early Release Day
November 23 – MCPS No School
November 24 & 25 – School Closed for Thanksgiving
November 28 – Olney Help Gift Card Donations Begin
New On Our Preschool Blog
5 Easy STEM Activities to Try This Month at Home
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