Elementary News from Early Childhood-November 2015

NEW CLASS OFFERING: Drop in stay and play! Friday from 11:15 a.m-12:15 p.m. at the Early Childhood Center in New Prague. The classroom will be open and Ms. Kayla and Ms. Pam will be ready for you and your child. There will be circle time fun too.  Parents you can either stay in the classroom with your child or Ms. Julie will have a make and take project for you to work on in the parent room. The make and take will focus on a math or literacy game that you can complete while your child is in the classroom.  Only $7 per family, per time.  Dates:  October 23, 30, November 13, 20, and December 4, 11, and 18. Please call the prior Thursday by noon to let us know if you will be attending so Ms. Julie can be prepared with the materials needed for the make and take.  

Help!  I can’t get my child to write their name!  A class for parents on Tuesday, November 10 from 6:00-7:15 p.m. at the Early Childhood Center.  Get some tips and information about helping your child gain this skill.  Please register by November 3.  Free for parents; child care fee is $6 for one child, $12 for more than one child.

Stranger Safety for Your Preschooler: Thursday, November 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Early Childhood Center.  Please register by November 12.  A police officer will discuss ways to keep safe and make good decisions.  For ages 3-5.  FREE.

Donuts with Dad: Saturday, November 21, 9-10 a.m. at Eagle View Elementary Preschool.  Please register by November 14. Time for kids to spend with Dad or any father figure.  A children’s teacher will have fun activities for you to do together.  Donuts will be served!  For ages 2-5.  Fee is $6 per child.

Katie McKy Author Visit

Each student and staff member at Falcon Ridge was fortunate to meet author Katie McKy this past week. McKy's non-conventional approach resonated with those who were a part of her presentation. While her focus with students was on writing, her general message to her audience has revolved around the importance of getting each child to realize their full potential. Additionally, there was a parent informational session that took place at Raven Stream Elementary.

Katie McKy captivated her audience by using various prompts and different motivational strategies to get students to think and write "outside of the box". Students were engaged, excited, and above all-proud of the work they did.

Making Your Mark at Falcon Ridge!

I'm happy to announce that we acknowledged our first 'Making Your Mark' recipients of the school year at Falcon Ridge. Students that have been honored with this acknowledgement have gone above and beyond to demonstrate caring and empathy in our community. For Mackenzie and Matthew Johnson, Anthony Fuentes, and Rylie Alain, it meant giving of themselves for a family in their Lonsdale neighborhood.

In late August, a fire damaged a home near the students so they took it upon themselves to host a lemonade stand, with the profits going towards the family in need. Through their efforts, they were successful in raising over $600. Falcon Ridge-along with their parents and families-are proud of Mackenzie, Matthew, Anthony and Rylie!

Elementary News for October from Early Childhood

Your 3-5 year old can still join preschool! Limited spots are available.

Join us for a field trip to Barten’s Pumpkin Patch on Thursday, October 8! We will enjoy a hayride, some playtime, and children will learn uses of pumpkins, fun pumpkin facts, and several ways to decorate their pumpkin. Each child will get a pumpkin to take home. The school bus will leave at 9:30 a.m. from the ECC in New Prague. We will be back by 11:30 a.m. This event is for parents and children birth to age five; $10 per person; children under one year are free. Please call 952-758-1670 to register.

NEW CLASS OFFERING: Drop in stay and play! It starts Friday, October 9 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the ECC in New Prague. The classroom will be open and Ms. Kayla and Ms. Pam will be ready for you and your child. There will be circle time fun, too.  Parents can either stay in the classroom with their child or Ms. Julie will have a make and take project for you to work on in the parent room. The make and take will focus on a math or literacy game that you can complete while your child is in the classroom.  Only $7 per family, per time; classes will be held on October 9, 23, 30, November 13, 20, December 4, 11, and 18. Please call the prior Thursday by noon to let us know if you will be attending so Ms. Julie can be prepared with the materials needed for the make and take.  If you are not interested in the make and take, just come to class (no registration needed). 

Halloween Fun Night! Join us for a safe, non-scary evening of games, treats, storytelling, and other fun on Friday, October 23, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the CEC in New Prague. This event is for parents and children birth to age six; $5 per child; children under one are free.  Call 952-758-1670 to register.

ECFE classes have started, but it is not too late to join. Visit ce.isd.721.org for information and registration or call 952-758-1670.