April 2017
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Summer Camp Registration

Registration is underway for our summer camps!  Forms went home the first week of March.  You can also find it here.

Register by Thursday, May 4th to be entered in a raffle to win a FREE WEEK of camp (you choose the week).  The lucky winner will be chosen at the auction on Friday, May 5th. You must be present at the auction to win.

CAMP CREATION
May 30 - June 2
Come and celebrate all of God's creation! 

PAINT & PLAY
June 12-15
Come and get messy with us! Paint and play every day!

NATURE CAMP 
June 26-29
Come and enjoy our outdoor campus and learn about nature!

DISCOVER & PLAY
August 7-10
Come and discover science with us! Discover and play every day!
SCHOOL CLOSED

Mark your calendars! 

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Spring Break

April 7th - 14th

 

 April  Bible Verse SingCelebrate
Jesus said,
"I am the resurrection and the life."

John 11:25

 
During Sing & Celebrate, our classes join Rev. Mary Kay and Miss Adell to pray, hear a Bible lesson and sing some fun songs.

Next Family
Sing & Celebrate: 

NOTICE DATE CHANGES!!!

May 16 @ 11:20 or 3:20
Cardinals,  Ducks, Giraffes
Frogs, Lions

May 17 @ 9:15 
K-Wild

May 17 @ 11:20 or 3:20
Dragonflies, Monkeys
Robins, Toucans
Eagles, Turtles

May 18
Kangaroos @ 10:45

May 19
Elephants @ 11:10
musicMusic with
Miss Adell 


March music classes celebrated St. Patrick's Day with Irish music!  We learned about Uilleann Pipes and played a fun shamrock game while listening to various Irish jigs.  We also sang a rainbow song with a pot of gold full of colors.  With the arrival of Spring, I am hoping to take music class outside in April.  Fingers crossed for warm sunny weather!

Love,
Ms. Adell
Spring has sprung!
Thank you so much for all of the yummy treats and gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week.  You sure know how to spoil us!  We are so grateful for each and every one of you!  

We hope you enjoy a wonderful Spring Break and a blessed Easter this month!  The classrooms will be full of spring activities this month including the transformations of our caterpillars to butterflies! 

Would like a chance to win a FREE WEEK of summer camp?  Turn in your camp registration forms by Thursday, May 4th to be entered in a raffle at the auction on Friday, May 5th.  There will be one lucky winner! You must be present at the auction to win.
News from the Directors
We can't believe it is April already! We hope that you enjoyed "Cuddle Up and Read" in March. Thank you for reading with your children and having them bring back their reading logs. We love talking to them about their favorite books! If you haven't returned a book log yet, please feel free to bring us one anytime.

April is a very busy month at the school. We have Spring Break beginning Friday, April 7. We return to school on Monday, April 17, the day after Easter. We wish all of you Easter blessings and hope that you take time to celebrate the season with your family. We have a variety of Easter services. Check out our Church Happenings for the most up to date service schedule.

Conferences will begin at the end of the month. The spring conference is when the teachers review the written evaluation. They are busy assessing in the classrooms before conference time. They assess both informally (watching the children during every day activities) and formally (using an assessment tool) to obtain the most accurate information about your child. During the conference, your child's teacher will discuss the evaluation and give you an opportunity to ask questions. It's the perfect time for you to learn more about your child's progress during the school year.

As April ends, the Auction will be right around the corner! Mark your calendar for Friday, May 5! Come and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us and help us to raise money for our special programs/equipment and scholarship fund! Stay tuned for more information and details. If you are interested in helping, please contact POPS!                    

Blessings,
Julie and Ann-Marie
School  News Preschoolnews

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for April 24 through May 5.  Look for the sign ups posted outside the classrooms for you to pick your conference time.  Contact your teacher with any specific questions.

2017-2018 School Year Registration
We are in Open Enrollment for next school year.  There are a few spots available in the afternoon 3's and 4's class and our 2 1/2's classes.  Please spread the word to friends or family looking for preschool or kindergarten enrichment.  Our families are our best referrals!

POPS News Popsnews
2017-18 POPS Board Nominations
Do you believe the end of the year is fast approaching?  As we look towards next school year, we would love for you to consider being on the POPS Board or a committee next year.  The POPS parents generously give of their time and talents and we are grateful to all of you who help out.  Although the POPS volunteers receive no financial benefit, it is a great way to directly impact your child's education and develop close friendships that last long after you leave St. David's. For more information on positions available please contact

End of Year Celebration &Silent Auction
May 5
We are looking for a Food Coordinator for the Auction. Please email [email protected] if you would like to help.

Wildlife Ambassadors will be here May 15th & 16th, the 2 1/2 classes are invited to attend either date.  
 
Thank you to all who donated to the Head Start book-drive. You are spreading the joy of reading to so many children!

Our Not Your Average Joe's Spirit Tuesdays were a big success. Thanks to all who participated!

Upcoming Events Events

 


April
Mar 31, April 4 & 5
Sing & Celebrate (classes only)
April 7 LCPS School Holiday
No School
April 10-14 LCPS Spring Break
No School
April 16 Happy Easter
April 19-21
Music Classes
April 24 - May 5 Spring Parent Conferences
April 26-28
Music Classes

  

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Church Happenings Churchhappenings

Holy Week Services & Activities

Palm Sunday - April 9
9 am - Worship Service with Praise Band
11 am - Worship Service with Organ & Choir

Maundy Thursday - April 13
7:30 pm - Worship Service

Good Friday - April 14
7:30 pm - The Ancient Service of Tenebrae

Stations of the Cross Hike - Saturday, April 15
6 am at Bear's Den, Bluemont, VA
Join us for a 2 mile hike as we read the the stations of the cross and reach the summit for sunrise.  Contact Maureen at [email protected] with any questions.

Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday, April 15
10-11 am in the Church
Come join us as we hunt for treats and share the story of Holy Week and Jesus' Resurrection.

I f you would like your children to participate, please provide one dozen nut-free filled eggs (per child) by Wednesday, April 12th. Boxes will be available in the Narthex and Church Office to collect eggs. Contact Mary at  [email protected]  with any questions.

Easter Sunday - April 16
6:45 am - Sunrise Service in Eden Garden
9:00 am - Worship Service with Praise Band
10:45 am - Worship Service with Choir & Brass

Vacation Bible School
Registration is underway for VBS to be held June 19 - 23 this year. Church member registration began March 26th. Preschool families can register beginning Monday, April 3rd. Forms will go home in backpacks. Contact [email protected] with any questions.

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April POPS Meeting

Monday, April 3rd  
at 7:30 pm

Join us in the Adult Education Room in the church for our monthly POPS meeting. All parents are encouraged to attend!
 SpiritEvents

Save the Date:

April 18th 3 - 8 pm Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night

May 15 - 19th 
Spring Book Fair BOGO

Join us at the Circus!
Tickets Distributed 
For those that ordered them, tickets were distributed the last week of March.  If you do not have yours, please check your child's backpack and then call the Front Desk.  Thank you!
Together in Education Program

This is a fundraiser that rewards our preschool when parents purchase certain Harris Teeter brand products. 

  

We have earned over $245 so far this year!

 

You can Link your Harris Teeter Card.  St. David's # is 6103.  You can even link other schools as well.  We get credit for purchasing Harris Teeter brands and prescriptions.  POPS will even sign you up - just Email POPS with your info and we will plug it in! 

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Sunday Services & Education Sundayservices
Please join us for:
 

9:00 am Family Liturgy

This service celebrates the power of God at work in the life of children.  Energy, movement and laughter are all part of this experience.  "Make a joyful noise to the Lord", best describes this service.  

 

11:00 am Holy Eucharist and Sunday School

This service honors reverence and joy.  Guided

reflection in song, readings and sermon, proclaims the joy of Good News.

 

All are welcome to join us!

St. David's Episcopal School | 703-723-0286|
43600 Russell Branch Parkway
Ashburn, VA 20147
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