It is truly hard to believe that November is gone and here is December. Time sure flies when you are busy and having fun.
Just a reminder about the outside play. We will all need to be prepared to go outside and play. Please remember to bring snow pants, heavier coat, boots, hat and gloves. We do go out as long as the temperature is 20 degrees or above. The children enjoy playing outside with their friends.
Each child will be bringing home their progress report this month. Even though we do not schedule parent/teacher conferences, please do not hesitate to contact me or your child’s teacher(s) if you would like to discuss your child’s developmental progress or any other concerns or questions you may have. Teachers are available for phone calls or conferences an hour before class time and also a half hour after. Other accommodations can be made if needed.
On December 16 and 17, we will have a pajama day. Everyone will come to school in their finest holiday pajamas. A fun and exciting day is planned for all. We will start the holiday season with a bang.
We hope the children are enjoying school. They are doing great wearing their masks and being very careful during snack. It has been an amazing year so far. Thank you again for allowing us to be part of their lives.
Though this is an exciting time of the year, it can also be stressful and exhausting for both the parents and children. Family always comes first. Try to do some fun and exciting holiday activities. The Park District has some new programs. Check out the Winter/Spring program guide online at crystallakeparks.org on December 10.
The season of snow, cold and icy inclement weather has arrived bringing with it the possibility of school closings. When School District 47 cancels classes due to inclement weather, classes at Barlina House will also be cancelled. Remember to check our RAINOUT LINE also to see if school is open or closed. District 47 school closings can be found on their website and are announced on FM Radio 105.5 and TV Station WGN.
Have a wonderful holiday season and we look forward to the New Year.
We are closed December 20 to January 1. School will resume on January 3, 2022
Happy Holidays
The Barlina House Staff
