SEPTEMBER 25, 2009NO SCHOOLMonday, September 28(Yom Kippur)STARTING NEXT WEEK:
Classroom news
WATCH FOR ALL-SCHOOL NEWS
"Teaching Tolerance"
October 5
- Longer articles from Cherry's Director & Board President
- News about our Inclusion Program
- Parent Education
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TAKE OUR SURVEY!
Only a handful of families have completed the survey.
It will only take you one minute. Please respond so we know what direction to take this year. Much thanks!
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REMINDERS FROM TEACHERS
Our sign out system has two important steps-please remember to sign your child out before you hand his/her name clip to the teachers.
Children should bring backpacks labeled with their names. Please check and empty the backpack after each session.
Try to have your child use the bathroom prior to starting the day, especially if you begin on the playlot or at Penny Park.
If you drop off at Penny Park, be sure to check in with the "Check-In Teacher" at the Lake Street entrance to the park. Also ,please don't linger at Penny Park after dropping off your child. It makes it harder to engage your child in play and your presence is a distraction that makes safe supervision more challenging for the teachers.
PLEASE STRIVE TO BE ON TIME, BOTH AT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP! We know this is a challenge for many families who have to balance the schedules of younger and/or older siblings. Especially now with all of the road work, it's always a good idea to add a few minutes to your typical commute time. If you have an ongoing problem with getting to school on time, please discuss this with your teachers. Late pick-ups are unfair to everyone and late fees will be charged.
If your child is staying for lunch, please leave your child's lunch in the basket provided for lunches by your child's classroom on indoor days (every day for 3 Day 3's). That way, we can be sure to get it into the refrigerator early.
For safety reasons, gym shoes are preferred for park and gym play. Crocs and flip flops can result in trips and falls.
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 CHERRY PARENT NIGHT OUT KICK-OFF!Saturday, October 248:00 PMRhythm Room of
Century Theatres1215 Maple, EvanstonLine up your baby sitter for a fun evening...meet other Cherry parents...more details to follow!
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MEET CHERRY'S MUSIC TEACHER JEANIE B!
Jeanie B starts music on Wednesday, September 30 for children in the 3-5 day classes. Read about Jeanie B in our staff biographies:For more information about local performances by Jeanie, go to:
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1418 Lake Street
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 492-1213
cherrysch@aol.com
www.cherrypreschool.org
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CHERRY PRESCHOOL FOOD POLICIES
Because we want to reinforce healthy eating habits, we serve a basic snack of fruit (raisins, apples, banana, etc.) or dairy product (cheese slice, cream cheese, etc.) and some type of crackers or pretzel. We serve snack size portions of these foods as well as water to drink. Snack menus are posted each week. Because many of our children have food allergies and/or dietary restrictions, we are limited in the variety of snacks we offer. However, if you want to send a special snack for the class, please check with your teachers for guidelines.
Birthdays & special treats - The children enjoy occasional special treats provided by parents to celebrate birthdays or mark a holiday or special event. If you choose to do this, please sign up so the teachers know to expect it and please be sensitive to any children in the class who have food restrictions. Store bought, packaged, mini-sized treats are best! Please see your Parent Handbook for some suggestions. Please remember to send enough for the entire class. The teachers will guide you regarding quantities and the need to avoid any foods. Candy and gum are never permitted.
Is Cherry a peanut-free school? The answer is yes and no. We do not serve peanuts or peanut products and do not allow children to bring them in their lunches, but we cannot (and do not wish to) regulate what children eat at home before school. While we ask that children wash their hands upon entering school, no one could promise the school building is "peanut free." For example, a child who ate peanut butter on toast for breakfast and wiped his hands on his shirt could theoretically get peanut oil on a toy or climber. Luckily, we have never had a child who is that sensitive to peanuts. As with all serious food allergies, we ask that the parents of children with these food sensitivities to supply the snacks for their children to ensure their safety. |
CHERRY PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY
THE 2009-10 EDITION IS COMING SOON...LET'S STAY CONNECTED!
If you do not want to be listed, or you do not want your e-mail address listed, please contact the office by October 2. If we do not hear from you, we will assume it is fine to list your information (for Cherry families only). |
THANKS TO...
==> The Evanston Community Foundation and the Northwestern University Office of Government Relations for a $4,000 grant in support of our Inclusion Program (Including Everyone -- Every Child's Right to a Preschool Education).
==> Susan Felts for getting food donated for our parent coffees and Whole Foods for donating the food. |
WELCOMING OUR SUMMER BABIES
CONGRATULATIONS TO...
Elise Barnett in the 3 AM Orange Room and her parents, Miriam and Stuart, on the arrival of baby sister Lauren.
Elizabeth Wood in the 3 AM Orange Room and her parents, Michael Wood and Mike Flesher, on the arrival of baby sister Susan.
Maggie Huston in the 5 AM Pre-K Purple Room, Will in the Young 3 Orange Room, and their parents, Rebecca and Brady, on the arrival of baby sister Audrey.
Emma Lookatch in the 3 PM Red Room, her little sister Samara, and her parents, Pam and Bryan, on the arrival of baby sister Jordan.
Laurie Levy in the Cherry office, her husband Fred, her children Dana and Jeff Fehr, and her granddaughter Ava on the arrival of baby brother Tyler. |
FUNDRAISING: THE BOTTOM LINE
 This year, we need to raise $110,430
to meet our budget. We have planned the following menu of fundraisers to accomplish this goal:
FUNDRAISER DATE BUDGETED INCOME
Gift Wrap Sale Mid Sept-Mid Oct $2,900
Cherry Wear Sale Mid Oct - Nov $1 ,600
Annual Appeal, Grants
& Donations Nov-Dec $51,500
Shellie K. Nixon
Children's Concert Early Jan $3,500
Restaurant & Other
Social Gatherings Ongoing $2,000
Cherry's Jubilee April 17 $36,000
Market Money Ongoing $12,930 |
MARKET MONEY SALE
Monday, October 5th and Tuesday, October 6th
11am - 1:45am
There will be a table set up in the main hallway where we will be selling "Market Money", including Dominick's, Jewel, Whole Foods, Sam's Club and Starbucks. If you're running low on Market Money, this is a great way to stock up, and if you haven't tried the program yet, this is a great way to participate and find out more information or pick up an enrollment form. Payment by cash or check only. This is a terrific way to make money for Cherry, at no extra cost to you! |
CALLING ALL PARENTS...
Room Parents Needed
Are you a parent in one of the
following rooms? If so, we need you!!! (and more importantly, the kids need
you!)
4 PM MULTIAGE BLUE
2 AM YOUNG 3s YELLOW
2 AM M/W TRANSITION ROSE
These classes are still missing
room parents. The job is fun and easy. And, it isn't a huge time
commitment. If you are interested or available, please contact joliefleming@hotmail.com
Thanks!
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