Hello Preschool families. We had fantastic week learning about dental hygiene. We learned that the Dentist is actually our friend and helps us to fight off cavities. The children enjoyed using their art dotters to write the letter D and did a great job generating words that begin with the letter D. We had wonderful conversations about how, when and why we should take care of our teeth. We also had fun sorting pictures of foods that are healthy for us and those that are not so healthy for us. We got to paste these pictures on a healthy tooth and on a cavity filled tooth. It was a great way to assess what the children had learned and a great way for them to practice classifying and sorting. We also practice sequencing by telling a story of Fred who was brushing his teeth and then having them retell the story by coloring in and cutting out the pictures of Fred. They then had to paste the picture in order, as they remembered the story, onto a separate piece of paper. I have to say that everyone did a great job with this! Next week, we will be exploring the fun Dr. Seuss!!!!!!

This week, I sent home a letter about the PTA sponsored Tricky Tray. I have volunteered to coordinate the classroom basket. Our theme is Preschool Days. If you cannot shop for a donation and would rather I do it, I do not mind. Remember, any amount will help. No donation is too little. Also, the tricky tray tickets are on sale now! Please get your tickets because the event always sells out! It will be held on April 13, 2013. I also want to thank everyone who sent in donations for Pennies for Patients. It is very much appreciated and the kids loved being able to help out!

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Gilberti

It's good to have everyone back. I am writing this note a few days early to make sure everyone gets some very important information. As we know, last week and this week, the children and I have been working on Valentines Day activities. We have been focusing on the letters R and V and really practicing our lower case letters. With the cancellation of school on Friday and

the 2 hour delay yesterday, I wanted to reach out to everyone and remind our preschool families that this coming Friday is a half day. All students a.m. and p.m. will attend our morning session. Also, this week is Valentine's Day. The children are welcomed and encouraged to bring in Valentine's Day cards but please remember that our school policy will not allow for candy to be distributed with the cards. Also, the Tricky Tray is near!!!!!! If you are not familiar with the Tricky Tray, it is a fundraising night, sponsored by the PTA. Many baskets and prizes are raffled off while enjoying a delicious meal. A dinner buffet is served and is followed by coffee, tea and dessert. It's a great night out for all. Tickets go on sale now but be sure to pre-order because it sells out quickly! Now to the fun part! Every classroom gathers donations to be part of the class basket. I will be sending out a letter with your child, with information about our classroom baskets. My last bit of information is actually a gentle reminder about Kindergarten registration. Please have all the updated official immunization records, original birth certificate, 2 proof of residency documents and a recent picture of your child ready for registration day. Registration will be held March 6th and 7th. If you have any questions or concerns please contact me or the main office.

Mrs. Gilberti

Goodbye January and hello February! I know some people are hoping that Punxsutawney Phil does not see his shadow tomorrow but I'm waiting for Staten Island Chuck's prediction! Yes, yes, I admit it. I may be a little bias being I'm from NY but he hasn't let me down yet! Bring us Spring Chuck! Today in class, we are learning about groundhogs and groundhog day. The rest of the week, we spoke about night and day and learned about owls and the letter O.

This is a gentil reminder that the K-Kids Valentine Sweet Rose Sale is still going and all orders must be placed by February 6. The roses will be delivered on February 14. Also, the OCS community will be participating in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Penny for Patients campaign. It will run for 3 weeks and all donations collected will help fund both cancer research and provide services to patients fighting cancer. All donations are appreciatiated!

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Gilberti