June News

Wow, it is so hard to believe the year is almost over!!

Themes for June are:

Nature
Father's Day
Summer

June 21 - Year end party for the Monday/Wednesday classes

June 21 - Last day for Monday/Wednesday morning class and 3 year olds attending Monday/Wednesday afternoon class

June 22 - Year end party for the Tuesday/Thursday classes

June 23 - Graduation day for the 4 year olds in the Monday/Wednesday afternoon class (1:00-3:00)

June 24 - Graduation day for the Tuesday/Thursday classes (AM 9:00-11:00 & PM 1:00-3:00)

Toys
Throughout the year, Michelle has done an amazing job of searching and buying many wonderful toys for the children to play with at Playschool. A lot of them have been for our new dramatic play centers which are set up for the children to explore their imagination, and work together with their creative ideas. Unfortunately, many of these toys have been destroyed and are no longer able to be used again. We have had many class discussions about this but sadly the toys continue to get broken. Michelle and I would be very grateful if parents could remind their children to be respectful of the Playschool’s toys, and to treat them like their own toys at home.

Year End Parties

This year each class will be having their own separate year-end party at the Carstairs Playschool. The year-end party for the Monday/Wednesday classes will be June 21st. Tuesday/Thursday 4 year olds will be on June 22nd. Michelle and I have been working on some fun activities for these days!! Your child will also be given their scrapbook from myself, as well as a goodbye gift from Michelle and I. We do ask that you please send a snack for your child on these days.

4 Year Old Graduation

The Monday/Wednesday 4 year old children in the afternoon class will be graduating on Wednesday, June 23rd.  And the Tuesday/Thursday classes will be graduating on Thursday, June 24th.  Please note the change in hours above for those days.  Also, 3 year old children attending the Monday/Wednesday afternoon class are asked not to attend playschool on the 23rd.  Their last day will be June 21st.  Snacks will not be needed on graduation days. 

Unfortunately, graduation will look a little different this year due to the COVID-19 restrictions.  Parents will not be able to be in the classroom to watch their child graduate, however Michelle and I have been working on some ideas, and special surprises for the kids so they can enjoy their special day.

Similar to what the children did at Christmas, they will participate in a chant that will be recorded and shared with parents.  We will also be recording and sharing video of each child receiving their diploma.  Class pictures and individual pictures will be taken of the children in their graduation caps, gown, and holding their diplomas.  

Because we still wanted to give parents the opportunity to take their own pictures of their graduate, an outdoor space will be provided for parents to use.  Please note, this is dependent on weather and Covid-19 guidelines.  We strongly ask that parents social distance and do not have large gatherings around the backdrop.  The current guidelines specify 5 people in outdoor spaces.  This may change before graduation, but all planning has been based on today's guidelines.  

We know these guys are more than ready to move on to kindergarten, but it will still be a sad day for us!

Michelle and I would like to thank all of you for the generous donations throughout the year! We are both so grateful to all the families for helping us out with all the craft supplies!!

Lastly, I would like to shout out a huge thank you to all the board members, parents, and children of the Carstairs Playschool.  Thank you for all your help and support throughout the year.  For those of you who will be moving on, I wish you and your families all the best, and for those of you who will be returning, I am really looking forward to teaching your children again and getting to know your little three year olds.

I love working at the Carstairs Playschool! I love the kids, I love being their teacher, and I am excited to come back and do it all again in the fall!

I hope you all have a great summer!

Danielle

Parent Survey

Thank you to all the families who completed the annual parent survey. All of your feedback will be reviewed and compiled. Your input will be considered when it comes to next years program planning.

Board of Directors
As I am sure you are aware, the Carstairs Playschool is run by a volunteer board of directors. Each year before September a new board is voted on. If you have any interest on becoming a member or a member at large, please email Gail at carstairsplayschool@gmail.com. She would be happy to provide you with more information.

Thank you
The 2020/2021 school year has had its challenges, but we are so grateful to have such supporting and understanding families attend the playschool. The success of this year has been largely due to the dedication of our wonderful staff and families. Thank you and we hope you and your family have a wonderful summer.