Kharli is sorting pictures by initial sounds of CRIP.
Avery is using the knobbed cylinder block to help develop the concept of visual discrimination of size.
Da'Vina is sorting pictures by initial sounds of CRIP.
Ian is sorting pictures by initial sounds of HJUL.
Lucas is sorting pictures by initial sounds HJUL.
Ellie is counting out quantities from 7-10.
Harper is counting out quantities 1-10.
Henry is counting out quantities 0-5.
Aubree is working with the number rods. The Number rods help children to learn the names of numbers and their sequence. Children grow to understand that each rod represents a unique quantity.
Max is sorting pictures by initial sounds of BFOG.
Jaxn is filling in missing beginning sounds in phonetic words with the Movable Alphabet.
E'mi is strengthening her pincer grasp by transferring small objects from one container to another.
Mrs. Mossor so very kindly gifted us an obstacle course in a box. The box is full of fun physical challenges designed to keep kids active, fit and healthy! We had so much fun doing some of the challenges.
Arm Circles
More Arm Circles
Mummy Kicks
Frog Jump
Student Council will be selling Candy Grams. $1 per gram - cash or check only. Blank candy gram forms can be accessed here. Sales end Thursday, 2/10. Grams will be delivered on Monday, 2/14.
Students will be allowed to wear free dress for Valentine’s Day on Monday 2/14.
Kindergarten only - Presentations by Kim Jester (DCVAC) will be postponed until a later date.
Students in PreK, Kindergarten, and 7th grade are collecting food and gently used clothing for Murphy’s Giving Market in Upper Darby. All donations will be collected until Wednesday, February 23rd. See the Happenings for more details.
Looking ahead: there will be no school on Friday, February 18 (faculty in-service) or Monday, February 21 (Presidents’ Day).
Each division gathered for a special celebration honoring our Foundress, Cornelia Connelly. We sang happy birthday and received a special gift to commemorate Cornelia's 213th birthday!
Our celebration was led by Mrs. Goyer.
We received stickers drawn and designed by Mrs. Mueller.
We honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We reflected and prayed on how we can live out Dr. King's messages both at school and in the world around us. Nursery 3 created a peaceful heart and shared ways that they can spread kindness to others.
There ideas were:
share toys
be kind to each other
love one another
clean up after ourselves
make art for people
work hard to be smart
help our friends
In science, we attempted to make snow dough. It didn't quite come out the way it was supposed to but we sure had fun trying!
Report cards will be sent home next week via email. Parent/teacher conferences are not mandatory at this time, but please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Looking ahead: there will be no school on Friday, February 18 (faculty in-service) or Monday, February 21 (Presidents’ Day).
I am so glad to be back! I hope that everyone enjoyed their holidays:-)
💚 I want to thank everyone again for your kindness and generosity. 💚
As we begin the second half of the school year, we will continue to practice skills that we have learned as well as develop new skills that will enable the children to be successful in Pre-K. Some of the skills we will focus on include:
Following group directions
Understanding and following more than one step directions
Asking and answering questions and sharing in conversations with adults and peers
Using pronouns correctly (i.e.: I, we, his/hers, he/she, etc.)
Sustaining attention to a task
Caring for physical needs
Working/playing independently
Fostering the children’s independence will be a key focus. They are growing and developing daily and are preparing to enter the world of Pre-K where they will be expected to complete routine tasks completely on their own. We will continue to work on mastering these skills every day. Below are some ways that you can foster independence at home.
Set Predictable Routines
Routine helps children to know what comes nest. Do not confuse routine with a schedule.
A routine is any series of events that occur throughout a child's day. (ie brushing teeth. It a routine with multiple steps)
Allowing your child to help prep these routines will encourage and allow them to take ownership over time.
example: let them put the toothpaste on the toothbrush or have them back their own snack
Let Your Child Choose
allow them to choose what to wear, what to eat, who to call, what to play
this DOES NOT mean they have full reign. Give three choices and allow them to pick.
Praise the choice.
Let Your Child Help
Kids love to help! Giving a child an opportunity to help you fosters their confidence.
example: let your child help you cook. Allow them to mix, pour or help throw away the garbage.
These opportunities also allow for a back and forth conversation while achieving a goal.
Chores
Yes, they can have chores! These will look different than chores given to older children.
Giving chores is a way to build a sense of responsibility and self- reliance, develops executive function and teaches teamwork.
example: putting clothes in the laundry basket, cleaning up toys, unpacking a schoolbag at the end of the day, clearing plate after dinner.
Let Your Child Problem Solve
Allow your child to try things that are hard and solve (small) problems.
Present challenges that are difficult but within the realm of their ability.
Offer helpful hints along the way.
Encourage an attempt before asking for help
Nurture Free Play
Independent and unstructured play is important for creativity, problem solving and autonomy.
Allow them a variety of toys for building and creativity.
As a parent, I know that sometimes it is just easier to do it yourself however, I encourage you to allow your child the opportunities to try and be successful.
Blessing of the Doors
In honor of the Feast of the Epiphany and the beginning of a new year, we blessed our classrooms, remembering the hospitality of the Holy Family to the three Wise Men and asking for protection and blessing on each classroom and all who learn in it. The blessing is done by writing on the door with chalk the symbols 20+C+M+B+22. The 20 and 22 represent the current year. The + reminds us of the cross of Jesus. The C, M, and B stand for the traditional names of the Wise Men, Casper, Melchior, and Balthasar, as well as an abbreviation for the Latin phrase "Christus mansionmem benedict" which means "Christ bless this place".
Students, led by Mrs. Goyer (Miss Kathol), participated in the blessing by sprinkling holy water on the door and sharing a prayer of blessing together.
There is NO SCHOOL on MONDAY, JANUARY 17th in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Day.
