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Early Childhood Education Center
St. Catherine Campus
Footsteps Newsletter
vol 2 Issue 2
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Welcome to the 2016-2017
NCCS St. Catherine Preschool School Year
The first day of school is around the corner! We start this Wednesday. Please bring your child to school on his/her first scheduled day! We are looking forward to welcoming everyone in for a wonderful year! We will work together with each of you to provide the best first school experience for your child! Our goal is to create within each student a love of learning while providing a solid educational foundation for which your child can build on!
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Dealing with the first days of Preschool/PK
Transitioning to school is definitely a process. Your child will do best if you remain positive, upbeat and consistent in your actions at drop off time. If your little one feels that you are confident, he or she is more likely to be confident as well.
During drop off time, bring your child into the classroom, help as your child finds his/her hook and hangs up belongings. Then help your child find an activity. Although you are free to stay, it is best for your child if you limit your stay to under a few minutes. As your child gets used to this routine, begin backing off and allowing/encouraging the independence of finding own hook and beginning morning routine alone. Children feel proud and confident when they are able to accomplish the morning routine independently! The habits we are creating now are setting the foundation for future school experiences. One of our goals for the year is for students to be able to separate from loved ones confidently and to gain skills to begin day (hang up things, unpack bag).
From the website What to Expect, "Keep your good-bye short and to the point with a snappy hug, a peck on the cheek, and a "See you soon, buddy!" Even body language can convey that you're just as sad as he is, so stand up straight and smile. It's your way of saying, "You're going to have an awesome day!"" Once you say "good bye" please do not stand in the hall or come back in for additional hugs. This will confuse your child because he or she will not know which time you are actually leaving. This causes more anxiety in young children and tends to make them feel as if they DO have something to be afraid of.
Other tips: Don't forget spare clothes! Feel free to call the office and we can go down and check on your child. Feel free to send a comfort item that can be kept in your child's bag like a picture of you or a stuffed animal. We are in this together!
Goodbyes without Tears
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Enrollment Paperwork
All students must have a complete file within 30 days from the first day of school. Items in BOLD below must be completed on the first day of school.
1. current physical (valid for 12 months)
2. immunization records
3.
registration paper (please fill out ALL portions of the dentist, physician and
emergency contact information including
addresses
and phone numbers
)
4.
baptismal or birth certificate
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any custody paperwork that we need to be made aware of
6. Dentist form -Does not need to be signed by a dentist
7. Publicity Form
8. An emergency care plan for any children diagnosed with severe asthma, food or insect
allergies requiring an EPI-pen, medical concerns requiring medications to be administered at
school or other health related concerns that would require our faculty to have a plan in place
in the event of an emergency. Please ask your doctor for a form or call the school office.
Please attach a picture of your child to the form.
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Please plan on attending our Parent Night. You will be able to meet the faculty, hear about policies/procedures and drop off school supplies.
The meeting will take place in the Siena Center gym located through the glass doors on the St. Catherine Campus. Children are welcome to come but it is not required. Following the meeting, you will have the opportunity to visit the classrooms, meet the teachers and drop off any school supplies. We prefer that you drop supplies off on parent night rather than the first day of school so that we may focus on your child on his/her first day of school!
Parent Night Student
Last Names A-M 7 PM
Monday
August 15th
Parent Night Student Last Names
N-Z 7 PM
Tuesday
August 16th
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Extended Day
Extended Day is open each day from
6 AM- 8 AM and again from
3 PM- 6 PM. The cost is $4/hr. Please enter through the entrance with the 8 above the door. Please ring that doorbell for admittance.
Please note that the Extended Day closes at 6 PM. We understand that sometimes circumstances beyond your control can prevent you from picking your child up on time. If a family is consistently
late picking up the Extended Day after 6 PM rate is $1/minute.
Please take the time to let us know if your child will be using the extended day on the first day he/she attends. This will help us plan for a smooth dismissal!
Extended Care --Response Needed
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You can find us on facebook, through our website, and on instagram under nccs_ecec_stcatherine
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Drop off and Pick up Procedures
AM, PM and All Day student drop off procedures
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Those attending
Extended Day: enter through entrance 8. Ring the doorbell for admittance.
Those not attending Extended Day: Please enter the parking lot near the glass doors and park. Walk with your child through the glass doors and wait in the entryway by the trophy cases. At 7:55 AM, Mrs. Kummer will open the doors and you may walk your student to his/her classroom. If you are a PM student, please wait by the trophy case and ring the doorbell at 11:55 AM.
Please note that teachers are preparing for the day prior to 7:55 AM and 11:55 AM. We are not able to have students arrive prior to the above times except when using the AM Extended Day.
AM, PM and All Day student pick up procedures
Those not attending Extended Day: Please follow the diagram below. All classes exit on the building on the North Haven side EXCEPT Ms. Ann Huber's class. They will be exiting on the North Lockwood side. Those in Ms. Huber's class, please pull into the lot and head toward the dumpster. Pull ALL the way up to where the street and the parking lot meet. Form a line. Ms. Huber and Ms. Ashley will bring the students to you! Pick up runs very smoothly when you stay in your car and allow our faculty to help your child into the car.
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You may send a packed lunch with your child or you may buy lunch. Please look in the yellow folder for the reduced or free breakfast/lunch application if you feel your family may qualify. During August only, you do not need to pre-order lunch or breakfast. Your child may charge meals, and you will receive an invoice. If you wish for your child to have breakfast here, please enter through the extended day door at 7:45 AM. RIng the doorbell.
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Ms. Jamie & Ms. Jannelle's
3 Year Old's and Young 4's Class
Ms. Jamie and Ms. Jannelle will be team teaching this year. Students are assigned to one of these teachers but will see both of them throughout each day depending on the lesson being taught.
Ms. Jamie Bauer is currently our 3 year olds teacher. Ms. Jamie earned her Bachelor of Scie
nce Degree from BGSU with a double major in Elementary Education and Specific Learning Disabilities. She recently obtained a certificate in Early Childhood Education from Lourdes University and is working on her Master's Degree. She has three children who keep her busy when she is not at school. She enjoys old TV shows like "I Love Lucy" & "Donna Reed". Ms. Jamie feels that the difference at the ECEC is that the faculty is committed to preparing students in all areas of development including a strong foundation for spiritual formation.
Ms. Jamie can be contacted through her email jbauer@nccstoledo.org
Class List
(Please note that not all students are here at all times)
Gemma
Ethan M
Braelie M
Spencer S
Eli W
Collin S
Emery B
Cole B
Landry L
Olivia V
Harper B
Brooklyne B
Blake C
Bryce T
Piper
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Ms. Jannelle's & Ms. Jamie's
3 Year Old's and Young 4's Class
Ms. Jamie and Ms. Jannelle will be team teaching this year. Students are assigned to one of these teachers but will see both of them throughout each day depending on the lesson being taught.
Ms. Jannelle Gacia loves to be around children because she feels they bring high hopes and spirits out of everyone around them! She is from a very big family. She loves to shop, listen to music, sing, and dance (when no one is watching). She feels that working with children is such a joy!
Ms. J is pursuing her degree in Early Childh
ood Education. She is in charge of our Summer Program and brings enthusiasm, joy, creativity and new ideas to our campus.
Ms. Jannelle can be contacted through her email jgarcia@nccstoledo.org
Class List
(Please note that not all students are here at the same time)
Annamaria O
Brayden P
Oliver S
Grant H
Layla S
Grant W
Damien W
Emerson G
Gibson E
Rex K
Kataan V
Khai B
Kylee O
Spencer
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Mrs. L & Mrs. A's
PreK Class
Mrs. Ledergerber will be teaching one of the PK classes this year. Mrs. Amborski is the assistant in this PK room. The two are an amazing team and bring a wealth of experience to our program
Mrs. Jill Ledergerber was born in Ohio and now lives in Tecumseh, Michigan with her husband. They have two adult children and two four-legged kids as well! She earned a Bachelor's degree in Early and Middle Childhood Education from the Ohio State University. She has had the opportunity to work with many different ages of children, and her favorite has been in Early Education. Currently Jill is pursuing an additional certificate geared toward early learners.
Mrs. L can be contacted through her email jledergerber@nccstoledo.org
Mrs. Melinda Amborski has been a teacher aide at the preschool level for several years. She is married and has two daughters. Mrs. A is a member of St. John the Baptist Parish. She is a kind and patient teacher with a positive attitude! Melinda brings years of training in Early Childhood Education.
Mrs. A can be contacted through her email mamborski@nccstoledo.org
Class List
Myles P
Sophia S
Sammy L Gabbi B
Zennon U Wyatt R
Taylor W Isaiah B
Mitchell S Aniyah F
Makenna J Keaton
Amy F Hayden S
Leona K Olivia V
Bowen M Giovanna F
Ryan S Gianna N
Lia C Tatum O
Wyatt Y Kaylee
Lee
(Please note that not all students are present on the same days)
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Ms. Huber and Ms. Ashley
PK Class
Ms. Huber is teaching PK this year. Ms. Ashley will be assisting in the class. The two are able to work together like a well-oiled machine! They bring enthusiasm, kindness and structure into the program.
Ms. Ann Huber is a graduate of Lourdes University with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre K-3). She has been teaching for 6 years and is a member of St. Catherine's Parish. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her nieces
. If you hear your child singing a song, it probably was taught to him/her by Ms. Huber!
You can contact Ms. Huber through her email. ahuber@nccstoledo.org
Ms. Ashley Doty has been a Early Childhood professional for 10 years. She brings a wealth of experience to our campus. Ms. Ashley is looking forward to pursuing her Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She enjoys watching the students learn and grow! Ms. Ashley can be contacted through her
email. adoty@nccstoledo.org
Class List
Kaelyn N Denim W
Kamara H RJ H Jr.
Alexa C Kaitlyn S
Makayla S Parish W Jr.
Bria S Leo P
Andrew K Masen K
Jenna S Jackson S
Colsen K Calynn N
Callia D Elijah S
Amaya D Cole P
Isaiah P Rocky S
Therese C Max
Lyla Kaiden
(please note that not all students are present on the same days)
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Mrs. Rupp will be teaching Music, Art and will also guide students in the Atrium during the Cathechesis of the Good Shepherd Program. Mrs. Rupp has both an Associate's Degree as well as over 20 years of experience as an educational professional. Terri
enjoys helping children understand God's love for them. Terri has a wonderful connection with children and is able to reach the introverted child through her patience and kindness.Terri is married and has 3 sons. She is a member of St. Catherine Parish.
You can reach Mrs. Rupp through her email. trupp@nccstoledo.org
Mrs. Becky Boros will be teaching Computer and PE as well as the PM PK. Becky is married to Jeff and they have two children; Marissa and Tanner. Becky enjoys camping and time at the beach with her family. When they can't be outdoors, they are supporting some type of sporting events with their children. Becky says, "I love children and enjoy working with them. I believe there is good in everyone and will never give up hope on a child."
You can contact Becky through her
email. bboros@nccstoledo.org
is currently our building volunteer librarian. Colleen is a graduate of Notre Dame Academy and enjoys gardening, reading and interacting with young children.
Ms. Beth Huber is a member of St. Catherine Parish. She not only runs the Preschool office but also directs the hot lunch program for NCCS. She keeps everything running smoothly. If you call the office, Beth will probably be the one to greet you!
You can contact Ms. Beth Huber through her
email
or through the school office (419) 478-9900
Mrs. Chris Kummer is the director of NCCS ECEC St. Catherine Preschool. She holds a Master's Degree in Teaching and Curriculum and a BA in Early Childhood Education from Lourdes University. She and her family have lived in the St. Catherine area for over 20 years. Chris is committed to Catholic Education, focusing her Master's thesis on teaching curriculum through essential Catholic values.
You can contact Mrs. Kummer through her email. ckummer@nccstoledo.org or through the school office (419)478-9900
AM Extended Day Faculty
Ms. Jenny Caruso Bio to come
Ms. Grace Haskin I am currently working on my BSN license at The University of Toledo College of Nursing. My goal after getting my BSN is to go into the military and further my education. In the end I hope to be a Nurse Practitioner for the Pediatric Oncology ward. I love working with children because they are so free spirited. I have coached Elementary School Cheerleading for six years and helped coach High School Dance for the past two years. My two favorite sports to watch are football and basketball. I'd rather read a book than watch TV, I have been CPR certified 4 times within the past 4 years, and I am a shopaholic!
Ms. Brenna Kummer I am a junior at the University of Toledo studying Pre-Physical Therapy. I have taught Irish Dance for the past 6 years to children and adults. Children have a great capacity to learn and I enjoy interacting with them. When I am not studying or working I am usually dancing either Irish dance or with the University of Toledo Dancing Rockettes with Ms. Grace and Ms. Jenny.
PM Extended Day Faculty
Mrs. Sharon Sanner will be assisting Ms. J in the PM Extended Day room this year from 3 PM- 4 PM. Mrs. Sanner has worked various roles at St. Catherine including lunch room monitor, AM extended day, PM extended day and substitute aide. Mrs. Sanner enjoys the students and their bright smiles!
Ms. Jannelle Gacia loves to be around children because she feels they bring high hopes and spirits out of everyone around them! She is from a very big family. She loves to shop, listen to music, sing, and dance (when no one is watching). She feels that working with children is such a joy!
Ms. J is pursuing her degree in Early Childh
ood Education. She is in charge of our Summer Program and brings enthusiasm, joy, creativity and new ideas to our campus.
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Click below to download a 2016-2017 School Calendar
Please note that Labor Day was inadvertently left off of the calendar. We do not have school on Labor Day.
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We are blessed to be a part of the development of your child! Please contact us if you have any concerns, questions or comments.
Blessings,
Chris Kummer
Director
NCCS ECEC St. Catherine Campus
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