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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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