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1. In the Beginning 2021-2022

Back to School September 2021

     Hello Little Monkeys Parents..Are you ready...Here we go!

      So for starters ...PLEASE absolutely NO SICK children !!! If your child was not feeling well the day/night before KEEP THEM HOME. As usual (pre -Covid) Hands will be SANITIZED. I will keep the room cleared and sanitized at all times. Sanitizers will be used routinely throughout class time and also handwashing.  MASKS,  98% of parents preferred NO MASKS through Covid if you would like your child to wear a mask they are more then welcome but not required. If you have any other concerns please get with me...otherwise I hope we don't have to speak that "C" word again this year!!!

     I am so EXCITED to begin this year! I have been going to school this summer and became Certified as a Child Life Coach. Lots of teaching hours on summer break but SO VERY WORTH it. This year I am passing that on to your children and incorporating into the preschool program. This is something that would be a bit costly on the side so I am  excited to be presenting it to you first on a very small financial pinch into the tuition. It is AMAZING and story and play based...I've been looking for something like this to add for awhile, I've done a lot of research into what I want for this generation to take with them in life.  I am excited to see where it may take me also.  Its going to be MaGiCal!!!   I have big Dreams for the kids this year.  *Growth Mindset *Confidence *Self-Esteem *Resilience *Coping Skills *Goals *Achievement * HAPPINESS * To be ALL they can be *Fullest Potential *Thriveing.  We cant give Children self-esteem, self confidence or success in life. But what we can do is help them to develop it in  themselves!

     Please don't ever hesitate to ask if you need ideas for helping with your children, in any aspect,  we also have a great group of moms\dads\grandparents with lots of experience  through the preschool.

      In years past I always supplied the Backpacks...but 85% of the kids bring their own they bought with big Brother or Sister going to school. So this year I will not be ordering Bags. You are welcome to go  ahead and buy their favorite backpack BUT Children DONT need a  backpack to bring to school. We do a lot of hands on and the little amount that comes home I have bags if needed. I know this is hard because they are so excited for them. Maybe have them set out their school clothes in them for the next preschool class or keep some papers for practicing names in them at home. 

     The only supply your child needs each day is a water bottle, please keep it under 16oz, we don't need big bottles for preschool or fancy expensive ones. (your child will be doing this same thing as they get into Elementary so easy habit to start, for life actually, water is essential. We normally have a punch for parties but water for everyday. PLEASE  PLEASE  just water.  At this time I do not need any additional supplies...hence what you pay registration for...But I will  note if things change.

     PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE...DO NOT SEND your child with their own sanitizer! I have A lot and it will be everywhere. One of the biggest problems I've had the last couple years, is all the cute sanitizers the preschoolers bring...(*sharing with friends, they don't need any from me because they used their friends*) Its a hassel when were trying to move from one thing to another. You guys know how this works their 3,4 and 5. So Please let me take care of the hand sanitizer.
    The only other thing your Child may need to bring  is a  JACKET (eventually )Mornings can be cool so please just send it, they have a place to hang it if needed. A hoody for now is just fine.
     If I didn't cover something, Please let me know. Everything should really be on the blog in all that Information leading to registration. 

Now BACK to SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
One Time Registration Fee $60.00 Due by August 6, 2021


Wednesday Sept 1, 2021 9:00-11:30           For Monday/Wednesday A.M. Class

Thursday   Sept. 2, 2021  9:00-11:30          For Tuesday/Thursday A.M. Class

Thursday   Sept 2, 2021 11:30-         For Tuesday P.M. Play Group (more info coming)


                                       Preschool Monthly Tuition Due on the 8th of each month
                                    Two Day Preschool $80.00              Three Day Preschool $95.00



I will let you know before you come if I have any questions on your registration or the registration fees. Septembers Tuition will be Due on the first week of Class by September 10, 2021.

    If your child attended before its not necessary to come again but your VERY WELCOME to. I know they are excited. If your child needs more time hang out a little longer...it's a lot of new to take in, in a short time. 

     I understand there is probably going to be a lot of changes over the next couple months as each family figures out what works best for them. I have already been experiencing some and class changes...Please don't hesitate to talk to me about your concerns or ideas...A.S.A.P.  so I can plan too. Thank you all so much, my prayer is that we all make it to a great year end party in May! I am excited to get started and get to know all your amazing Children.

See you at the Open House!!!

 With Love, Ms. Cherie




     

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4. COVID 2021-

IF we Experience this Again we will revisit this otherwise we can move on for now.
                                               Now what....COVID Adaptations 2020
Hello Little Monkeys parents,
     So many things running around in my head for this year as I am sure they are for you also.
I would like to get a feel for what you would like to see/ expect for this year with  your child and the COVID safety issues. We need to think outside the box and get a little creative and adventurous. I strongly believe the preschoolers need more time exploring to create new experiences, more independent learning and time outside. I think being outside is very therapeutic for them right now AND being Social.
     I will do my part to make sure this is the safest place I  can but also that your child will Love to come and interact and play to learn. I am in the process of setting up a bigger outdoor space and learning center that hopefully we can utilize more often.
     I have  been following daycare centers and preschool rooms that did not fully shutdown this summer and gathering information from them as how to best help our situation. Given that, I would like to know your thoughts on anything you have concerns or questions with so I can be very through and help everyone fell as at much ease as I can.
Please respond with your thoughts, concerns or suggestions. I will take everyone's into consideration with the knowledge I have been given and found and make decisions from there. So please be a part of that process. I know things can change at any moment. Because our class sizes are smaller then regular school that's a bonus for us in being able to maintain our classes, if we all follow through on safety guidelines.

Let me know your concerns with these items and any others you may have...
*Social Distancing
*Masks yes/no at times? teacher only?
*Backpacks yes/no?( I am finding, this brings a lot of germs back and forth. We could do without for the first couple of months and I have a stack of new grocery sacks for anything that needs to come home. I will do my best to limit anything coming home for the first few months. But take pictures of them throughout the day to share as possible.) Thoughts?
*Children have own supply boxes and pad of paper?
*Toys-cloth? vinyl? sanitized each use? daily?
*No adults in classroom?
*Temperatures at door?
*Sanitizers at Door?
*Prefer your child to have own water bottle/disposable paper cups?

Please make sure you have registered on the blog. Registration of $60 is due by Friday August 6th. Venmo / America First Transfer / Bill pay are all acceptable. please let me know if you need another form. 

Thank You! Ms. Cherie

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2. Little Monkeys Preschool Welcome Letter 2021-2022


Dear Parents,
     I would like to welcome you and your child to my preschool.  I am SO VERY excited to start this year and have so much planned for your child. We will definitely have a fun learning experience.
     I would like to tell you a little about myself, ever since I was a small child I wanted to be a teacher. I've loved to interact with children.  I started as a teacher’s Aid in high school helping out in kindergarten and first grade.  I attended Weber State University majoring in Early Childhood with reading as my concentration area.  I was employed by Weber State as a summer camp counselor where for a few summers we did a A day camp experience with children.  My age group was 4-6.  I choose not to teach after school and raise a family.  I have four children, and have enjoyed spending countless hours volunteering and teaching in their schools.  When my youngest attended kindergarten I decided to pursue my teaching and teach preschool. I have been teaching Independently for 16 years.  I converted my three car garage into a fun and Beautiful Preschool Room. I Sold my Home in January and have been very blessed to be able to use the Cowboy Church in Hooper until I find a new Home for myself and the preschool!!!
     I love to be out-doors, enjoying camping, the country, water sports, dirt bike riding, hiking etc. I enjoy sports and outdoor games with my children, we also play a lot of board, card games. I've enjoyed flower arranging, gardening and photography when time permits.  I have owned and operated my own wedding decorating business (White Knight Wedding Decor)  for 25 years.  I received my Medical Assistant degree 14 years ago and worked at Tanner Clinic Urgent Care and on the OB/GYN floor.  I have 4 children. Kody is my oldest, him and Sarah have three handsome little boys, ages 6, 4, 2. He is currently stationed in Kentucky. One of the Best but Hardest Joys in my life as a Military Mom and G-ma. My Daughter Jordyn and her husband Kody currently live in Farr West and are expecting a little boy in December. My son Preston loves the outdoors and fixing up his trucks, hanging with the Guys and riding snowmobiles and dirt bikes. My Baby Girl,  Rylan recently got married to Nate and they live in Roy.
They are all or have been excellent students with great grades. I contribute this to the fact that they have all been read too and love books (some more than others).  I strongly believe If You Can Read You Can Achieve !  It all begins with the Alphabet which will be a big focus in preschool this year  through play!!!!
    I will have field trips  and parties every other month for the children. Field trips will depend on the Health of our state , as we go along this year.  Parents are welcome to chaperone on these.  I have lots of plans but other ideas or people you know would be greatly appreciated. I will have a list of these activities at the open house.
     If you ever have any questions, ideas, concerns, or suggestions please just let me know.  We all learn in different ways.  I will do my best to present each area in every way to give the optimum learning experience.

                                                   Thank you,
                                                         Ms. Cherie
                                                          Little Monkeys Preschool

                   Where learning and creativity is no Monkey Business          

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3. Little Monkeys Preschool - All about Ms. Cherie for your preschooler 2021-2022


Meet the Teacher

     Hi! My name is Ms. Cherie and I am going to be your Preschool Teacher! I have been teaching preschool for many years so I have a lot of fun games and things to learn with our new friends, I love preschool and think you will also, New things can be a little scary at first, you are probably a little nervous to meet me and be in our classroom, but I get a little nervous also to meet you because you are new to me and I want you to love Preschool and be happy here. Little Monkeys is a Happy Place to be!
I went to school also and I learned to write, count and read just like we will do in preschool! It is so much fun. We have lots of fun stories to read and games to play about them and things to make. MAYBE YOU COULD BRING YOUR FAVORITE BOOK TO THE OPEN HOUSE AND TELL ME ABOUT IT. I WOULD LOVE THAT.

I was born far away in a place called New Hampshire, when I was still little I moved to Utah, that’s where you and I live now. I have a Mom, Dad and 3 sisters and No brothers. I love to be with my family. Now that I am older I have four kids. 2 boys and 2 girls and I love them very much. Sometimes they  get to come and visit  in preschool and they are really fun. We have had a pet bunny, fishes, chickens and 5 dogs. Right now we just have one dog named Oakley. Oakley is a black dog and is very nice and loves to give doggie kisses.  Pets are fun to have but they have to be taken care of.

    I love to play outside, go camping, boating, swimming, hiking, kyaking,  shoot my Bowe , ride my bike and have lots of fun playing games with my family. I bet you love to do some of those things to. I can’t wait to meet you and learn about all the things you like to do as we learn and grow together.

 My Favorites ……….                                      Desert: Peach Cobbler                      Holiday: Easter

Movie: Sweet Home Alabama                    Book: All of Them                              Candy: Tootsie Pops

Season: Autumn & Spring                           Animal: Dolphin                                  Fruit: Peaches

I am so excited to meet you, Please bring your Mom, Dad or someone special with you and come to see out preschool room and maybe meet a few new friends!

 Ms. Cherie             Cherie0301@msn.com          801-775-0301 call/text

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5. Back to Preschool Information 2021-2022


Little Monkeys Preschool 2021-2022 Back to Preschool Information



     Your child has been signed up for  one of the following session:

          Monday and Wednesday Morning       9:00-11:30 a.m.       

          Tuesday and Thursday Morning          9:00-11:30a.m.         

          Additional 3-Day Friday Morning       9:00-11:30a.m.

                                 

The Open House will be held on Wednesday September 1, 2021 for Mon/Wed preschoolers
                       AND                        Thursday September  2, 2021 for Tues/Thurs preschoolers.  

Please bring your preschooler between 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. If possible leave other children Home this day, make it their moment. We will have Sign-up sheets for Class Parties, Field Trips and Reading Activities. 

     School will start after Labor Day and end before Memorial Day.  This school year will start on:                   Mon & Wed Classes                          Tues & Thurs Classes

                Wednesday  September 8, 2021                   September 9, 2021

and will end on :

                    Wednesday  May 18, 2022                  Thursday  May 19, 2022

                 with GRADUATION Friday May 20, 2022

     Registration Fee of $60.00  is  Due by Friday August 6, 2021.  If I do not receive payment I will fill this spot with another child.     Thank you!
     Preschool Prices are $80.00 for two day and $95.00 for three day. 
I need 30 day notice if you plan on not continuing anytime during the year. If a notice is not given the payment for that month will still be due and billed. This allows me time to fill the spot or adjust financially as needed. 
      Payment for the first month of preschool is due on the First day of class.  Payments are due the 1rst of each month, with a late fee of $15.00 added after the 8th. $20.00 after the 12th. A $25.00 service charge is added to all returned checks.  Please make checks payable to Cherie Hill  NOT Little Monkeys. You are welcome to set up Bill pay with your Bank or direct deposit at America First if it is more convenient, Venmo is currently available and preferred, all still due on the 1st. If you ever have a problem with Tuition PLEASE see me and we can work something out before late fees.

     Calendars and Newsletters will be posted on the blog and texted the first of each month.  All information should be listed on this. Please let me know if I miss anything.  Children are welcome anytime...tardiness comes often with Preschoolers. "SMILE".

     We will observe  the same Holidays as Weber School District. Advance notice of these will be on the school calendar each month.

     On each Childs Birthday they will get tot be  King\Queen for the Day. We will let the child share about themselves and bring a birthday treat. They will be the Lead Helper. They will be assigned two other days to bring snacks to share...please see me if this doesn't work for you, no pressure. PLEASE do not send your child to preschool with food...I am sure you all feed your children, but as you know when someone has food everyone wants some. Let them finish before they join the children.

     On certain days we will have items to bring that coordinate with what we are learning. PLEASE PLEASE do not send anything else to preschool. I promise we have plenty of stuff at preschool to occupy your child. 


Please do not drop your child off  earlier then 5 minutes before class as we may be finishing up last minute center prep. They also must be picked up within 5-10 minutes after school ends. PLEASE BE IN TIME. Pickup procedures will be at the open house. 

Your child will feel more comfortable if he or she knows what to expect. 
Help your child look forward to coming to preschool. Talk about it in a friendly way so your child will think of it as a happy place.  Discuss preschool activities, school friends and all the fun things to do and learn. Log on to Little Monkeys Preschool on Facebook and share the Albums with them.  If your child expresses doubts and fears do not pass them off, try to answer all the questions in a positive, reassuring way and let your child know that there will be friendly people to help on those first uncertain days.  I am more then willing to come to your home and meet your child and learn/talk to them in their safe place also if you think its needed.

     Remember your own reactions and attitudes will go a long way towards determining how your child feels about preschool. 

            PLEASE CALL/TEXT WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS!
With Love, Ms. Cherie      801-775-0301 Cherie0301@msn.com 

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8. Registration form *Little Monkeys Preschool Registration 2021-2022


LITTLE MONKEYS PRESCHOOL

     Your child is making his first step into the world of education.  A new experience awaits him/her, and I am excited to be a part of that.  His/ Her experiences here will be a great beginning for the years of school ahead.

My goal for the school year is to have your child ready to enter kindergarten with a greater understanding of the alphabet and phonemic awareness and to develop a larger vocabulary, to know the differences in size, shapes, colors and numbers, to increase their coordination through music and movement, to gain ability to work alone and with others, share and take turns, win and lose in good spirit, to listen and learn. 

I believe all these can be accomplished when learning is fun. We must remember that what looks like fun to us is a learning experience for any child. With all of us working together your child will have a positive learning experience that will have him excited to enter the public schools the coming year. 

                      Thank you,

                                      Ms. Cherie

                                                             Little Monkeys Preschool
Please read the other pages to gather all info and return to fill out the registration.

Where learning and creativity is no Monkey Business


Please go to the link below to fill out your child's registration: If you are signed up for three days, I will mark the friday. It will only let you pick one at this time.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfy2ljLJ5lsjeCxXG9wCSAYSCIreoA2aYnmuacdbUqoNpikjw/viewform?usp=pp_url



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6. Preschool Timelog 2021-2022

Little Monkeys Preschool 
Preschool Time log

Good Teaching is 1/4 Preparation and 3/4 Theater!


1.Welcome activity/free time (app. 20min) gives the children a chance to adjust.  Children learn how to relate to each other, sharing, making choices, use their imagination, creativity and ability to lead and follow, to cooperate, obey rules etc.  Allows more individual attention to each child before structure begins.  Makes school time more relaxed. 

2. Clean up time.(app 5min) preschoolers help clean up from free time play.  I always give a 5 minute countdown so they can “finish up”.  I expect the children to do most of the cleanup to encourage them to help each other.  Everyone I thank for helping.

3.Welcome - weather- season- date
    recite :pledge-ABC’s & 123's (app.10min)we talk about the weather (chart), the season and may share stories personal or storybook about them.  I help the children learn the pledge , what it means and recite it.  We always say our ABC’s together and count.
we have our learning experience(lesson )at this time.

4.Learning tables\Centers(app. ?min)our theme is covered.  At this time we do our paperwork or other table work.  Calendars will explain what we did for the day.

5. Book time : silent & group(app.? min) preschoolers all need different amounts of time to finish learning tables, when done they choose a book until all children are done.  I then share a story with them, and we talk about the book in many ways.

6.  Snack time(app. 10min)gives a quick break. I teach them how to make many things.   We learn about manners, serving others, and to clean up after our- selves.  I will often read books dealing with food stories.  Children will learn how to wash their own cup and plates when needed, and vacuum up their spills, which they love to help do.  I try to be creative with our food experiences, relating them with things were learning: alphabet, colors, shapes etc.  I ask all preschoolers to bring snacks twice during the year and one on their birthday. I will also list this on the calendar.

7.  Music and/or physical activity(app.?min)I do music and P.E. with the children

8. Preschool finishes.     

 (These things all take place indoors as well as outdoors) I like them to be outdoors "creating" as well as indoors creating.

These are sometimes adjusted depending on the children and the structure that works best with each class.  I will adjust as we go along.

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