Dear Parents,
Now that the holiday season has arrived, many of us will take the time to visit with family and friends or reconnect with important people in our lives. This type of personal connection is an important part of our school’s philosophy and continues to flourish through our many school events. Meaningful connections between teachers and parents guarantee academic, social, and emotional growth of each of our students. Your participation in our school activities has been amazing! Thank you for your support and ongoing commitment to our Chesterbrook Academy community.
Thank you for your generous donations towards our Cozy for The Cure Pajama Day! Together we raised $1175 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We are very grateful for our support!
‘Tis the season to explore December celebrations, observances, and activities from many cultures. What is another name for St. Nicholas? What is a Menorah? What is a Karamu? The answers to these questions will be highlighted in December lessons that will cover multi-cultural holiday traditions. Be sure to check out classroom education boards to see evidence of learning fun! Speak to your child’s teacher if you would like to share a special tradition from your family with the class.
This is also a season of giving. The week of December 12th we are going to have a winter spirit week, with something each day to help raise money for Make A Wish! Together, we can change lives of children – like Jose. Jose knows just how much kids his age love playing on the playground. That’s why he surprised his classmates, teachers and members of the community by including them all in his wish experience. Jose wished to give a new playground to his elementary school for all the students to enjoy. As Jose approached the playground of his dreams, cheering classmates surrounded him. This was his day. He cut the big red ribbon and welcomed his friends to their new playground. Children like Jose are what inspired us to establish a Make-A-Wish week.
Please help by contributing any amount you can on any or all of our Make A Wish days. Cash or checks made out to Make A Wish will be accepted! Every dollar you donate can help Make-A-Wish kids renew their courage and find a turning point in their lives. Thank you for your support!
Monday 12/12 – Wish Star Ornaments: Donate a minimum of $2 and you get to write your child’s name on a wish star and hang it on our tree. Your child can also decorate their ornament if they would like!
Tuesday 12/13– Gift Wrap for a donation: Bring in your presents and we will wrap them for you for a donation of $3 per gift!
Wednesday 12/14 – Winter Wear Wednesday: Wear your favorite winter hat, boots, and gloves to school to bring in the winter!
Thursday 12/15 – Bring your favorite winter book or stuffed animal to show your class!
Friday 12/16 – Polar Express Day: Wear your pajamas to school, walk the red carpet, and get a ticket punched, just like in the movie. Intermediate and Pre-K classes will also be able to watch The Polar Express during the day! Donate a minimum of $1 for your own jingle bell and $5 for picture with Santa!
Cash or checks made out to Make A Wish will be accepted!
How to make it:
- Cut the bananas into thick slices (approx. 9 rounds per banana)
- Peel the carrot and cut into small triangular slivers for a pointy nose –
- Trim the stem from the strawberries and then cut in half. You should get two hats out of each strawberry –
- Cut the grapes in half. (We only used the smooth half and ate the stem end) –
- To assemble, thread three slices of banana on to each skewer followed by a strawberry hat and grape half. Gently press the currents into the banana slices to create eyes and the buttons on the body then add the carrot nose –
- Serve immediately
Tip: Chop everything up, place all the bits in separate bowls and then have the kids assemble the snowmen. –
Safety note: Please be careful with using sharp skewers when cooking with children. If necessary cut or break off the pointy end to avoid injury.
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- December 2nd- Cozy for the Cure PJ day
- December 7th- Prevent Blindness Eye Screenings
- December 12 – 16th – Wish Week (see flyer for specific days)
- December 16th- Polar Express Day
- December 19th- Class Holiday Party and Book Exchange
- December 26th- CLOSED for Christmas
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MONDAYS: MUSIC FOR LITTLE ONES @ 10am
Weekly music classes with Music For Little Ones will be lots of fun!! Each week the children will participate in different songs, and activities with music. They will even get to try different musical instruments. They will receive a CD of all songs learned that session. It is a wonderful, musical experience!
TUESDAYS: Soccer Shots @ 10am
Soccer Shots has three rules: Score a goal, be a team player, and HAVE FUN! This is a great way to get some extra physical fitness in and have a blast doing it! Spaces are still available so sign up today!!
December News Letter
Dear Parents,
Now that the holiday season has arrived, many of us will take the time to visit with family and friends or reconnect with important people in our lives. This type of personal connection is an important part of our school’s philosophy and continues to flourish through our many school events. Meaningful connections between teachers and parents guarantee academic, social, and emotional growth of each of our students. Your participation in our school activities has been amazing! Thank you for your support and ongoing commitment to our Chesterbrook Academy community.
Thank you for your generous donations towards our Cozy for The Cure Pajama Day! Together we raised $1175 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We are very grateful for our support!
‘Tis the season to explore December celebrations, observances, and activities from many cultures. What is another name for St. Nicholas? What is a Menorah? What is a Karamu? The answers to these questions will be highlighted in December lessons that will cover multi-cultural holiday traditions. Be sure to check out classroom education boards to see evidence of learning fun! Speak to your child’s teacher if you would like to share a special tradition from your family with the class.
This is also a season of giving. The week of December 12th we are going to have a winter spirit week, with something each day to help raise money for Make A Wish! Together, we can change lives of children – like Jose. Jose knows just how much kids his age love playing on the playground. That’s why he surprised his classmates, teachers and members of the community by including them all in his wish experience. Jose wished to give a new playground to his elementary school for all the students to enjoy. As Jose approached the playground of his dreams, cheering classmates surrounded him. This was his day. He cut the big red ribbon and welcomed his friends to their new playground. Children like Jose are what inspired us to establish a Make-A-Wish week.
Please help by contributing any amount you can on any or all of our Make A Wish days. Cash or checks made out to Make A Wish will be accepted! Every dollar you donate can help Make-A-Wish kids renew their courage and find a turning point in their lives. Thank you for your support!
Monday 12/12 – Wish Star Ornaments: Donate a minimum of $2 and you get to write your child’s name on a wish star and hang it on our tree. Your child can also decorate their ornament if they would like!
Tuesday 12/13– Gift Wrap for a donation: Bring in your presents and we will wrap them for you for a donation of $3 per gift!
Wednesday 12/14 – Winter Wear Wednesday: Wear your favorite winter hat, boots, and gloves to school to bring in the winter!
Thursday 12/15 – Bring your favorite winter book or stuffed animal to show your class!
Friday 12/16 – Polar Express Day: Wear your pajamas to school, walk the red carpet, and get a ticket punched, just like in the movie. Intermediate and Pre-K classes will also be able to watch The Polar Express during the day! Donate a minimum of $1 for your own jingle bell and $5 for picture with Santa!
Cash or checks made out to Make A Wish will be accepted!
Sincerely,
Lindsey Soban, principal
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Fun Recipe
Banana Snowmen
What you’ll need:
How to make it:
Tip: Chop everything up, place all the bits in separate bowls and then have the kids assemble the snowmen. –
Safety note: Please be careful with using sharp skewers when cooking with children. If necessary cut or break off the pointy end to avoid injury.
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Why spend your evenings and weekends driving to and from practices and programs when your child can participate in there right here at school? Please see the front desk for more information on any of these wonderful programs!
MONDAYS: MUSIC FOR LITTLE ONES @ 10am
Weekly music classes with Music For Little Ones will be lots of fun!! Each week the children will participate in different songs, and activities with music. They will even get to try different musical instruments. They will receive a CD of all songs learned that session. It is a wonderful, musical experience!
Soccer Shots has three rules: Score a goal, be a team player, and HAVE FUN! This is a great way to get some extra physical fitness in and have a blast doing it! Spaces are still available so sign up today!!
Jump Bunch introduces sports and fitness to your child in a hands-on setting. It builds coordination and interest in sports, teaches through constant praise and encouragement, offers a safe, non-competitive environment, and promotes healthy fitness and nutrition!
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Parent Ambassador Referral Program
Spread the word about Chesterbrook Academy and save on your child’s tuition. For more information, see the principal.
Automatic Payment Program
This payment option allows you to have your weekly tuition automatically pulled from your personal account. Convenient! No checks! No late fees! If you are interested in this payment option, please inquire at the front desk.
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