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Birthday celebrations validate the uniqueness of each child and contribute to the development of a strong self-image. Every child is invited to celebrate their birthday at school, whether or not it be on their actual birthday. Parents are asked to pick a date and put your child's name on the class calendar. Only one child per day celebrates their birthday as this keeps it "special" to your child. The sign-up is on a "first come, first served bases." If you want a certain date and it is taken, select the next available date. When your child comes to school on the day you designated for their celebration, he/she will receive a birthday crown that they will be able to take home and the children in the classroom will sing Happy Birthday to your child. NO PARTY FAVOR BAGS AND NO FOOD are allowed to be brought into the classroom. If any such items are brought, staff is not allowed to give these items to the children or send them home with the children. If you would like to do something special for your child's class, you may donate a book to the classroom library. Your child may bring the book wrapped, open the gift during circle time and present it to the teacher. NO BIRTHDAY INVITATIONS
are allowed to be distributed at the preschool. For privacy reasons,
we do not distribute any participants' addresses or phone numbers. If
you want to invite specific children from your child's class to a birthday
party, please speak privately to that child's parent to get their mailing
address or phone number.
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During October and November the three-year-olds host their parents at a Fall Gathering. This is a half hour event at the beginning of your child's class. Children work during the week prior; preparing a special program and snack for you.
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During the fall the Kinderpals host their parents for the last half hour of class. Children present special theatrical program which will provide a unique photo opportunity you won't want to miss.
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During November and December the four-year-olds host their parents at a Holiday Funday. This is a half hour event at the beginning of your child's class. Children decorate Gingerbread Houses with their parents.
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Read to Your Child Week is the first week of February. Also parents will have an opportunity to sign up to be a visiting reader in your child's class. This is a fun week as we focus on the importance of literature and reading in your child's life.
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Field Trips are planned to supplement your child's learning in the classroom. Parents are required to attend unless otherwise noted. The three-year-olds take a bus trip to the mall in March. The four-year-olds visit the library in February. Kinderpals will be taking field
trips to the Museum, Senior Center and Bagel Shop to name just a few.
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Parent's Day are held during the month of May. This is a half hour event at the beginning of your child's class. Children participate in a classroom activity together with their child.
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In May each year Gingerbread presents a Mini-Indy. Children ride their tricycles, bicycles or big wheels around several courses and visit the gas station, car wash and snack bar. Helmets are required for all participants. Parent participation is required at this event. Children who are not enrolled at Gingerbread will not be allowed to participate. There are no regular classes held on these days. |
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Gingerbread is a culturally diverse school and we enjoy learning about and participating in a variety of cultural celebrations
Lunch n’ Play is held once a month on a Monday from 11:00am-12:00noon. Parents are invited to bring their lunches and join us on the Gingerbread Playground to meet other parents and have a great time playing! Mark your calendars for October 8th, others dates to be announced. Lunch n’ Play is cancelled in inclement weather. Parents may contact the Preschool Office that morning to confirm Lunch n’ Play has been cancelled.
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