Favorite Fella Breakfast
We are looking forward to sharing breakfast with the fellas on 3/28/09 and 3/29/09! Please remember that each child is allowed to bring 1 responsible fella and that fella must be 18 years or older to attend. We also ask that you bring 2 chairs with you.
Chinese Auction and Fundraiser
This year's fundraiser was a huge success. According to Danielle Tesler, the event raised $4600.00. Thank you all for your generosity and support. The money raised will be put to good use.
Get on Board with the Board
On Wednesday, March 11, 2009 the board held an open meeting to familiarize members with the board. At the meeting Tiffany Penge discussed open board positions for the '09-'10 school year. She has filled most of the positions, but is still looking for people to fill VP of Membership and membership Co-chair.If you are interested please contact Tiffany Penge (Pre K) or Tracie Schappert (Nursery and Toddler Separation).
Grant Writing
I am looking for people with an interest in research and writing to benefit our school. In the past we have received literacy grants through Target. I am sure that there are many other wonderful grants out there waiting for BNS to tap into them. It is my hope to get grants to improve our science and math programs as well as many other areas. If you are interested and have the time and energy let's talk!
Speech Evaluations
I sent out a letter last week regarding speech evaluations for nursery and pre-k students. This is an optional evaluation. Bethpage Nursery School has been offering this service for the last 15 years. I do believe that it is a valuable experience. Even if a child does not need speech services he or she might have poor articulation, a slight lisp or low muscle tone (all of which do not always allow for services). The evaluator will be able to provide parents with exercises and activities to help the child develop skills. If you have any questions, please call me at the office. I am more than happy to discuss the process.
**Please note that you may go through your individual school district for services and evaluations.**
Picture Day for the "Two of Us" Classes
Studio 39 will be photographing the Wednesday and Friday "Two of Us" classes on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 10:15AM.
REMINDER School Closing
There will be no Pre K classes on Friday, March 27, 2009. The teachers will be attending a meeting. Only "Two of Us" classes will report to the building.
Computer
The Leogrande family has generously donated a computer and printer to the nursery school. I have set it up in the main room. I have loaded literacy and math software that is appropriate for the 3 and 4 year olds. I am very excited about providing the children with technology experiences at BNS!
SafetyIn light of the recent tragedy at Carousel Day School in Hicksville the Co-Op Directors have decided to review safety conditions in our schools. I will be meeting with the teachers to assess our current safety status in the classrooms. In addition we are banning carrot sticks, baby carrots, celery and grapes from snack time. We realize that they are healthy snacks, but do not want to assume the risk associated with them. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and appreciate your understanding.
Eagle Scouts
As many of you already know, we have been working with 2 Eagle Scouts this year. One of the scouts has completed his project in the upstairs classroom. He worked diligently with his crew over one weekend (March 7-8) sanding and painting our shelving/cubbie units and painting the entry way walls and double doors. He also made a generous $200.00 donation to put toward replacing the upstairs carpet.
Our second scout is still working on his project proposal. I will keep you posted on the details. I can tell you that he will be working on the downstairs classroom.
New Carpeting
We are very excited to share that Ms. Christine's husband will be installing a new carpet for us before the new school year.
Painting
The Clyne family has donated white paint for the upstairs classroom and kitchen. We hope to be able to paint the room before the '09-'10 school year. We also have left over paint from out scout to complete the last 2 cubbie units. If anyone is interested in volunteering their service to complete these projects, please let me know.
Fall Registration
Just a reminder that registration for the '09-'10 school year is ongoing. Please feel free to call or email me with any questions or concerns. Spread the word about our phenomenal programs at Bethpage Nursery School.We are offering the following sessions:
M/W/F AM and PM Pre K Classes
T/Th AM and PM Nursery Classes
M AM Nursery Enrichment
T PM Kindergarten Readiness
T/TH AM Toddler Separation
M/W PM Toddler Separation
W or F AM Two of Us
The following classes are full: AM Pre K, AM Nursery and AM Toddler Separation
'09-'10 School Year Fees
Christine O'Boyle and I have sent out letters regarding upcoming fees for the new school year. If you are missing any paperwork please contact us ASAP. Please adhere to the dates for payment so that your child does not lose his/her class slot. Thank you for your time and anticipated cooperation.
Summer Registration
If you are interested in "Summer Fun" at BNS please contact Ms Sara. The upstairs program is for Nursery and Pre K children (those that have either completed N or Pre K during '08-'09 school year). The downstairs program is for incoming Nursery and incoming 2 year old children.
Update: The downstairs Summer Fun program is full. Ms. Sara has started a waiting list.
Congratulations to the Penge family on the arrival of their newest edition...Adam Thomas Penge was born on March 12, 2009! Big sister Kayla (Pre K) is quite proud of her new little brother.
We welcome Eddie and Juliana to our Toddler Separation class!
SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED FOR SPRING RECESS 4/8/09-4/17/09.
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