So many thanks to the wonderful parents of the Goshen Parent Community who donated a pumpkin to every little friend of Goshen. The children had lots of fun decorating their pumpkins at home! Check out the GPC Parents Group page on Facebook to see more pumpkin creations!
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DATES TO REMEMBER:
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Thursday, October 29 - Halloween Parties for Froggies, Bumblebees and Butterflies
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Friday, October 30 - Halloween Parties for Owls and Bears
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Monday, November 9 - GPC Meeting via Zoom, 8:15pm
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Wednesday, November 18 - Restaurant Night at Freddy's in West Chester
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November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break - School closed
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Monday, December 7 - GPC Meeting via Zoom, 8:15pm
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December 23 - January 1 - Winter Break - School closed
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From the Head of School:
Dear Goshen families,
Whenever anyone asks me what I love most about my job, I have a hard time deciding. Is it the children, whose sense of wonder and joy can turn any frown upside down? Is it the staff, whom I admire and love and look forward to seeing every day? Is it the parents, whose devotion to the school helps make this community feel full and alive even in the midst of a pandemic? The short answer is: yes to all of the above!
I do want to take a moment to give a special shout out to our parents. I speak on behalf of all the teachers and staff when I say how grateful we are for all that you do for our school. We thank you for your patience during this unusual year, for entrusting us with the care and learning of your children, for the care and devotion you have for this amazing place. We really do have the best parents in the world!
Recently I wrote about the benefits of an outdoor education. I wanted to share a recent article from the New York Times that looks at four outdoor learning programs that have sprung up during the pandemic. I am thrilled to say that many of the things we do here each day – incorporating the natural world in our lessons, reimagining our outdoor spaces and modeling flexibility for our young learners – are all highlighted in this story. I love the way our school is innovating!
Finally, we will miss our traditional Halloween parades this year, with all the crowds and elaborate costumes. But we are thrilled to be celebrating Goshen-style! Each class is doing something a little bit different, getting creative and making their own hats, shirts and masks. They will have mini parades for their friends here at school (socially distant, of course) and afterward, we will share a video for all parents to see!
Happy Halloween to all!
In Friendship,
Tr. Mimi
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Join us for Lunch Bunch!
We’re having lots of fun in Lunch Bunch and have a regular crowd every afternoon!
Bears, Butterflies and Owls can still sign up for the last three days of October. Check out our Extended Care web page and click on your child’s class name to make your reservation!
Be on the lookout later this week for a new reservation form for all classes for November and December, including Pizza Days and special crafts!
One reminder from the business office: payments for September afternoons in Extended Care are due October 30. If you have questions, please email our business officer, Karen Andiario.
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Goshen Parent Community
Dear families,
Happy Halloween, everyone! We are loving all the wonderful pumpkin creations your kiddos are making at home. And how about those Bingo cards? Fun, right? Share your pictures with us by posting them on Goshen Friends School Parent Group!
Just a quick reminder that Box Top clippings are due Thursday, October 29. Please drop them off in car line and we will take it from there!
We delivered our first round of taco and nacho kits today, with more to come tomorrow. Thanks for participating in this very flavorful fundraiser. I’m thinking we’ll want to do this again some time!
Thanks, everyone!!
In Friendship,
Marne Repetto, Clerk
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An important function of the GPC is to raise funds for the school. In the past, our contributions have helped buy books for the library, make playground improvements and purchase items for the outdoor classroom.
You can help raise money for the school while you shop by making purchases through the vendors listed below. Set up these apps on your phone, shop for yourself and your family, and help earn money for Goshen Friends all year long!
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Amazon Smile
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Join Amazon Smile. If you are not already an AmazonSmile member: Log in to your existing Amazon account at http://smile.amazon.com and enter Goshen Friends as your charitable organization.
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Get the App. Download or update to the latest version of the Amazon shopping app on your phone. You can find it in the App Store for iPhone, or Google Play for Android.
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Turn on AmazonSmile. Open the app and find “Settings” in the main menu (=). Tap on “AmazonSmile” and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on AmazonSmile on your phone.
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BoxTops for Education App
Download the BoxTops app to your phone. Sign in or create an account and register Goshen Friends School as your school. Purchase items that have the Box Top logo at your local grocery store. Then scan your receipts to earn money.
Click here for instructions.
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Oliver's Labels
Get prepared for school and activities with these personalized labels for all your kids' gear. Dishwasher, microwave and washing machine safe, these labels are a must have!
Shop using the link:
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The Bumblebees came upon a praying mantis one recent afternoon, spawning a great conversation about these excellent creatures. A fine example of an emergent curriculum! |
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