Snacks

Many of the teachers at Parkside find that children at this age really function better with a morning snack. We will have a short Snack Time / Story Time close to 10:00 a.m. each morning. The first week of school I will provide a snack for the children. After the first week, if you want your child to have a snack then you will have to provide your child with something small and healthy each day. Some children bring something new each day, and others bring a box of crackers, etc. lasting them several days. Some students may choose to eat a piece of fruit, or half of a sandwich from their lunch that they brought from home.

Birthdays

Birthdays are special occasions and we enjoy celebrating them at school. Please know that you are welcome to send treats to the classroom on your child's birthday, or on the Monday following a weekend birthday. We will be sure to take a half hour to honor your child with singing and a few games.

Volunteers

In the past I have had parents volunteer their time in the classroom, and I encourage this because it provides opportunities for more children to receive personal attention. If you are interested in volunteering, please let me know. This can be on a weekly, monthly, or occasional basis for class parties or field trips or to share a special skill or area of interest with the students. All volunteers will need to complete a new volunteer packet to be eligible to assist in the classroom. Volunteer packets are sent home at the beginning of the school year, but they can also be obtained from the school office. A new application must be filled out every year.

Parkside Open House

Monday, August 29th will be Parkside's Open House and Ice Cream Social. It will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Open House is a lot of fun for your child. They can have some ice cream at the Multi Purpose Room and visit with students that they know. After that you can find Room 7 and help your child find their new desk so that they can put their supplies away.

You will also have a chance to sign up for Fall Conferences. As we get closer to the date of the conferences, I will double check that the date you choose is still convenient for you. If it isn't, then we will find one that fits your schedule.

I hope to see you at the Open House. I am looking forward to welcoming you and your child to Room 7.