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Welcome to the Gentle Giraffe Room!
Head
Teacher: Amie Andre
Assistant Teachers: Sarah Piper and Vanessa Kerno
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Jesus said, “Let the children alone, and do not hinder them from coming to
Me; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
– Matthew 19:14
Jesus knows
how precious and valuable your children are. And because He has told us
this, we Giraffe teachers also tremendously value your children. We know
God has huge plans for your kids, and we want Him to use us to help them
fulfill those plans.
In the
Giraffe room we strive to provide a warm, supportive beginning to your
child's social interaction and skill development. Our curriculum is based
on the active learning philosophy. Each day your child will participate in
activities that encourage the development of language, social interaction,
pre-academics, and moral/spiritual values through play, crafts, games,
music, stories, and more.
SPRING 2010 UPDATE:
The following is our daily schedule for the rest of the year. The schedule
remains flexible to accommodate special visitors, activities, and events. |
Pictured above (L-R):
Vanessa Kerno, Amie Andre, and Sarah Piper |
Daily General Schedule for Gentle Giraffes:
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9:00 |
Welcome/play centers |
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9:15 |
Circle Time: Show &
Tell/Bible Story/Pre-Academics |
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9:50 |
Bathroom break |
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10:00 |
Snack time |
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10:15 |
Music time |
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10:40 |
Large motor activities: gym/playground/outdoors |
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11:15 |
Lunch |
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11:45 |
Arts/crafts |
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12:15 |
Circle time: Science lab/languages/daily review |
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12:45 |
Closing activities/play centers |
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1:00 |
Parent pick-up time |
Each day’s
activities continue to revolve around a unifying theme derived from our
Bible story. This theme is incorporated into our exploration of fine arts,
pre-science, pre-reading, pre-math, language, and classical music, as well
as traditional preschool activities and lots of silliness!
There are
many special activities in the Spring Semester. We have Pajama Day, Winter
Festival, Valentine’s Party, Special Visitor Day, Spring Fling, Ice Cream
Social, Beach Day, Fun Fair, and some special Bible character visits.
Watch your newsletters for these dates and additional information.
Don’t
forget to make sure the extra set of clothes you pack in your child’s
school bag are weather appropriate as the seasons change. Remember to
include socks.
As sandal weather approaches, keep in mind the days we’ll
attend the indoor playground. Socks must be worn while in the playground.
It’s easiest for everyone if you send your child wearing socks on those
days. Playground dates are listed in your newsletter and a reminder is
posted a few days in advance in front of our "Giraffe Parent Spot"
bulletin board over the lunch box cubbies.
Continue to dress your children in potty-friendly clothing.
We’re doing pretty well using the bathrooms independently, but every once
in a while an outfit causes us some trouble in redressing ourselves.
Remember to avoid overalls, jumpers, body suits/leotards (tights are okay)
and tight or difficult belts.
We hope you are as pleased with this year as we are! This
is a great group of kids! We love spending time with your children and
teaching them about the special love God has for each of them! Thank you
for allowing us to be a part of your child’s early education.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
Teacher Amie at
unoppressed1@comcast.net.
Enjoying a great year with your kids,
Teachers Amie, Sarah, and Vanessa
Jesus said,
“Whoever receives one such child receives Me.” –Matthew 18:5
