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Shalom! There is no doubt that when we begin our job as parents, we have great intentions. We read the "What to Expect" books, but very few of us are actually educated about parenting BEFORE we become parents. We enter parenthood with memories of our own upbringing. We vow to use what worked for us and change what did not- "I will never do that to my own child." We all love our children and truly want what is best for them, but then life gets in the way. We make mistakes. We ALL make mistakes. Lucky for us, young children are amazingly tolerant and forgiving. Even after a rough day, they will snuggle up and look at us with eyes filled with love and trust. What we need to remember is to look directly back into those adoring eyes, touch those sweet faces, and be 100% present in those moments. It sounds simple, but do we really do it? Mounting research claims that this emotional, responsive, and loving connection between parent and child is critical to healthy development. Family schedules are extremely busy. Parents work long hours. Life stresses challenge and distract us from our most important responsibility as parents- to make positive emotional connections with our children. As we plan next week's schedule for our families, let's block out several times a day to fit in hugging and kissing, singing and dancing, hand-holding, reading, snuggling, and complimenting our children. Let's make time to block out the distractions, get down on their level, hold their sticky hands, and look directly into their eyes when we tell them we love them. Schedule these times! The benefits of your emotionally healthy relationship will last a lifetime. While you have your calendars out... starting January 18, Dr. Judy Levin, will present a 4-week workshop for parents who want to learn more about the connection between healthy social/emotional development and successful children. The classes will run from 7:30-9:00 a.m. so all of our working parents can attend. Full day children will go right into their classrooms and part time students will just start their day a little early. Please plan to make arrangements to attend. What you learn from Judy in four days will positively impact your family for a lifetime. The workshop is open to the community, so please share the information with your friends and have them contact me at karend@orlandojcc.org. Sincerely,  Karen Duncan, Director of Shayna's Village | |
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It Takes a Village!
Hello! My name is Bridget Hawley and I am a volunteer in Shayna's Village. Each month I would like to introduce you to someone who is teaching or working closely with us in Shayna's Village. This month, I am so excited to share with you a little about Katie Werner. She is an incredible teacher that my children had the opportunity to know and love!
If you have a three or four-year-old that has attended a Shayna's Village class, chances are you have met one of our AMAZING teachers, Katie Werner. Katie has been teaching at the JCC for 6 years. While you will see her most often with the part time 3s group, she can also be spotted helping out in the baby rooms in the morning and in Shayna's Village in the afternoon.
Katie is a mom to Haile, who is three and also a student at the JCC. Katie knows what her parents are going through every day, because she is going through it too! In addition, Katie has her degree in Early Childhood Education.
In Shayna's Village, Katie can most often be seen teaching the Mind and Manners classes from noon to two. She joins her children for lunch every day, and together they practice using their manners and social skills. After lunch, it's time for FUN! On some days it's hard to tell who is enjoying the class more, the children or Katie!
If you ask a parent who has been lucky enough to have Katie as a teacher, they will tell you she has an infinite amount of patience and a forever-positive attitude. Children make mistakes, they have accidents, they don't always listen, but Katie has a quiet way of helping them grow and blossom into children who are confident in themselves and can communicate their feelings and needs.
Because she teaches everything from cooking to gardening to drama, Katie has a wealth of cool, fun, educational ideas for children. If you peek into Shayna's Village, you may find her cooking blueberry muffins or singing "Itsy Bitsy Spider" on the Karaoke machine!!! No matter what she is doing, you can guarantee the children are having a blast!
Shayna's Village is truly lucky to have such a wonderful teacher! We hope you enjoy the classes you have with her!
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Raising Capable Children
with Dr. Judy Levin
Wednesdays
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
January 18 January 25
February 8 February 15
How can we prepare our children to become capable, emotionally healthy adults?
This workshop will provide a foundation for our children to develop a healthy sense of self, a healthy relationship with others, and confidence in their own abilities.
Throughout the four-part series, Dr. Levin will have parents looking at their own childhood experiences and how these impact their parenting style. Participants will have a chance to practice at home, reflect on these practices, and refine these skills to ensure healthy connections with their children.
FREE with your registration:
FREE babysitting for children 6 months and up
FREE book: Raising Emotionally Healthy Children by Gerald Newmark, Ph.D.
FREE bagels and coffee
Cost for all FOUR workshops
JCC Members: $25 single or $35 for a couple
Village Members: $30 single or $40 for a couple
Community Members: $35 single or $45 for a couple
Register at the registration desk in the JCC lobby.
For more information contact
Karen Duncan at 407-645-0923
KarenD@orlandojcc.org
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Upcoming Dates...
December 5: "You're Not Alone" How Interfaith Families Celebrate the Holidays Parent Discussion, featuring guest speaker, Julie Kaplan 9:15 a.m.
December 6 & 7: Shayna's Village will be closed for school conferences.
December 13: Hanukkah Hoopla at Barnes and Noble, Waterford Lakes 10:00 a.m.
December 19 - December 30: Shayna's Village will be closed for Winter Break.
January 16: Shayna's Village will be closed for Staff Professional Day.
January 18: Raising Capable Children by Judy Levin, Ed.D. 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
January 22: Wiggle and Giggle Concert 10:00 a.m.
January 25: Raising Capable Children by Judy Levin, Ed.D. 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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"You're Not Alone" Discussion Group
DECEMBER TOPIC:
How Interfaith Families
Handle the Holidays
with guest speaker Julie Kaplan
DECEMBER 5 at
9:15 a.m.
It's often called the "December Dilemma." How can interfaith families make it through the holidays smoothly? Hear the stories of how other "blended families" are making meaningful new traditions for their children while continuing to honor their own family's holiday rituals.
Don't miss out! Be a part of a new way to learn effective parenting techniques - from each other!
Join the discussion!!! New parents, experienced parents, grandparents, educators... all are welcome to share their ideas!
Join the club as friends help friends cope with the struggles of parenting.
Enjoy bagels and coffee on us.
Open to the community. No charge. Babysitting available for children 6 months and sitting up through age five. Reservations are REQUIRED for the both the event and babysitting.
For more information, contact Karen Duncan at karend@orlandojcc.org or call 407-645-0923.
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KidzArt 2012
Our award winning event is back! This year's activities will take place on Sunday, February 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You can show your support by sponsoring an art station for $250. If you are interested please contact:
Karen Duncan: karend@orlandojcc.org
All proceeds for this event go directly to our center in the form of scholarships for children to attend our preschool
and summer camps!
For more information, contact Karen Duncan at karend@orlandojcc.org or call 407-645-0923.
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LIKE us on Facebook
LIKE Shayna's Village on Facebook and receive updates about upcoming family events, tips and advice on raising children, and even get our schedule when it is released!
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Hungerford Elementary's
VPK Class Visits the JCC!
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The children from Hungerford Elementary were so excited to arrive at the JCC!
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For the past five years we have had the good fortune of hosting special events for Hungerford Elementary's VPK three times every year! The ECLC administrators, specialists, and parents
volunteer their time and energy to help create a fun, enjoyable, and educational day for the children!
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The children stayed active in the gym during their most recent visit.
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The children exercised and participated in an obstacle course with our P.E. specialist,
Mrs. House.
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Session II Schedule
We are currently in Session Two
of Shayna's Village classes.
This session will run until January 13.
If you have not already signed up, it's not too late. Some classes still have space available.
Classes will be pro-rated if you join after the first class!
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Not a member of the Village?
It is easy to join! For a $125 you can become a member of our Village for one year. Enjoy all the FREE family events and register for all our classes at a discounted rate!
Not sure you want to join, you can still sign up for a class, just ask about the non-member rate!
Contact Karen Duncan at 407-645-0923 or karend@orlandojcc.org for more questions.
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Hanukkah Hoopla
Tuesday, December 6
10 to 11 a.m.
Barnes and Noble, Waterford Lakes
Festival of Lights FUN!
Stories
Songs
Crafts
Help Light the Menorah
Spin the Dreidels
We hope many of you can make it!
More Holiday Fun...
Hanukkah Family Fun Day
Sunday, December 25
11:30am-1:30pm
Roth JCC
[ More information ]
Hanukkah in the Park
Sunday, December 25
5pm Car parade leaves the JCC
6pm Festival at Central Park begins
Winter Park
presented by Chabad
[ More information ]
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Join the PJ Library today!
The PJ library is a national book program implemented on a local level. It is a program of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, and it is made possible through partnerships with philanthropists and local Jewish organizations throughout North America.
PJ Library mails free, high-quality Jewish children's books and music to families across the continent on a monthly basis. Today, more than 70,000 families in more than 135 communities in the United States and Canada are able to explore the timeless core values of Judaism through the art and literature of these free children's books.
All families raising Jewish children from age six months through five, six, seven or eight years, depending on the community, are welcome to enroll.
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Shayna's Village Session Two
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Remembering Shayna...
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Matt, Justin and Shayna Presser
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Shayna Cai Presser was a preschooler when she died of cancer in the early 1990s.
Her time spent at the Jewish Community Center in Maitland, however, led her parents to establish a place there in her honor with an endowment fund.
Shayna would have been 20 years old this year.
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Shayna's Village is located within the Early Childhood Learning Center at the Roth JCC Maitland Campus. When your child begins in our preschool, your entire family joins the JCC family. Both moms and dads
make new friends through our fitness center and classes, sports leagues, arts programs, and family events. At the JCC, the entire family makes friends for life.
Schedule a tour of our preschool today!
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