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Preschool Weekly Update-Week of 10/24

“She had only stand in the orchard, to put her hand on a little crab apple tree and look up at the apples, to make you feel the goodness of planting and tending and harvesting at last” -Willa Cather

Dear parents,

This week we are going to explore what it takes to harvest at the farm. We are going to finish up our month long exploration of farm life. We have enjoyed this month’s curriculum and the projects.

The preschoolers did a wonderful job during our first earthquake evacuation drill! They “ducked and covered” and then walked quietly to our evacuation spot until Ms. Thomas released the class. Well done preschoolers!!

Halloween is quickly approaching and we have a few guidelines to make this day fun. First, please make sure your child can remove their costume to use the toilet. Also, we do not allow play weaponry at school so please keep that part of the costume home. Preschoolers participate in the school parade and each preschooler needs to have a parent or caregiver escort them. On October 31st, we will meet in front of the preschool classroom at 8:00am, drop-off backpacks. The parade will meet us there. Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.

See you tomorrow.

Blessings, Ms. Grace and Ms. Hanen

Reminders

School hours 8:00am – 6:00pm

Potty Training Policy

Preschool Handbook 2022-2023

Health, Safety and Well Being

Extreme Heat Precautions

California’s Fire Season 2021

Daily Health Screening

Calendar

  • Oct. 31st– Noon Dismissal-Halloween-Regular Preschool Hours
  • Nov. 1st – All Saints Day-All school mass
  • Nov. 8th – Family Math and Game Night
  • Nov. 10th – End of 1st Trimester
  • Nov. 10th – Information Night @ 7pm
  • Nov. 11th- NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day Holiday
  • Nov. 14th-18th – Scholastic Book Fair- O’Brian Hall
  • Nov. 15th – Free Dress for November Birthdays
  • Nov. 18th – Noon dismissal for Preschool only- No afternoon care
  • Nov. 18th- Report Card Day
  • Nov. 21st – 25th – Thanksgiving Break

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"The supportive teachers at SPN played a big role in preparing me for high school and helping me understand what to expect. They encouraged me to ask questions and seek help when needed, which made me more confident in my learning. Thanks to them, I entered freshman year already familiar with many concepts and effective study habits that have helped me stay on top of my work. SPN also taught me valuable life skills that I still use today, helping me succeed academically, build strong friendships, and maintain my overall well-being."
— Tibby Horvath, SPN Class of 2022
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— SPN Parent since 2016

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