Dear Barlina House Families:
October was a busy month. We took our first field trip to the Nature Center. It was great being outside and exploring nature. The children had a great time. Thanks for bringing them to the Nature Center, it was nice doing something different. We also enjoyed our Halloween celebrations and seeing all the children in their costumes.
Just a reminder about lightning, if lightning occurs around drop off or pick up, a sign will be outside indicating lightening has occurred. You will need to escort your child in or out of Barlina House. A thirty minute indoor safety period is required. Thank you for your understanding.
The Crystal Lake Public Library will Zoom with us three times this year. The first was on October 19 and 20. The children did a great job listening and participating with Mrs. Seanine. She does an amazing job. The next times will be in January and April. Ask your children how they liked our library Zoom.
During these first few months of preschool, the teachers have been observing and collecting data on the children’s developmental skills. Progress reports will be sent home in the month of December. The skills we are evaluating include social/emotional, comprehension, communication, pre-math, readiness and large and small motor. We do not have formal conferences, but if you would like to discuss any concerns about your child, we are here to help. Please let us know what you need, you can call anytime.
I hope everyone is enjoying all the pictures we are posting on the website. We try to show all the fun and exciting things we do at Barlina. The children love to have their pictures taken.
Thank you all for bringing such wonderful snacks for the children. Snack is so very important to the children, they look forward to seeing what they will eat. The snack note will always come home the week before it is due. You may bring the snack in on the first day of the week, we have room to store the food.
Remember, we have November 5 off and the Thanksgiving Break starts the week of November 22 to November 26.
We will continue to have outdoor play time (weather permitting). Please be sure to send your child with the proper outer wear, hats and gloves. Outdoor play is purposefully included in our day to help develop motor skills, cooperation, socialization and fresh air. With the challenges of dressing for our climate during the winter months, self-help skills are also learned. Exploring the outdoor environment also encourages curiosity about the world around us.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Sincerely,
The Barlina House Staff
