United Christian Parish Preschool
October 2015 Newsletter 

SCHOOL CLOSINGS

Professional Development Day for Teachers
As scheduled in our calendar, there is no school on Wednesday, September 30.
 
Fairfax County Public Schools Teacher Workday
Preschool will be closed on Friday, October 9.   

LUNCH BUNCH

Would you like to add a Lunch Bunch for your child?
There is now space in Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday Lunch Bunch.  Call the office if you want to enroll.

Thursday Lunch Bunch-Help us get out on time!
You do not have to come early, but if you are on North Shore Drive, come on in the parking lot any time from 1 pm on.  We have lots of children to load and we start early with anyone who is there.
  
FROM THE DIRECTOR
     Thanks to all of you who came to Parent Night and learned more about your child's time at school and let us get to know you better.
     Please come to one of the Conscious Discipline programs in October.  When parents and staff work together sharing and learning it is powerful for our children.     
     It has been a joy to watch all the children become accustomed to the school routine.  Those faces that looked a little hesitant at first now show eagerness to get to their classrooms and get busy each morning. 
      It has also been a joy to get know our children's parents.  We are very thankful for those parents who have been getting involved and helping us in a variety of ways.    
     As the season changes we see the glory of God in the beautiful colors.  In Chapel we will celebrate those changes and thank God for the beauty of creation.  
  Wishing you well.                        
                 Jane
STOPPING THE SPREAD OF ILLNESS
Keep your child home when he or she is sick
Please help us keep everyone well by keeping your child home if he is feeling bad or has fever, diarrhea, or vomiting.
SPREAD THE WORD
Openings 
If your friends or neighbors ask, there are a few spaces for 2's, 3's and 4's.
TUITION PAYMENTS
Three ways to pay
Leave your check in the mailbox inside the Preschool office, send it in the US mail, or use the online bill payer your bank provides, but PLEASE DO NOT give us post-dated checks.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE NO PEANUTS

Watch Lunches, Birthday treats or Snacks carried by little siblings

 Be very careful about any food item brought into the building to make sure they contain no peanuts.  Some children have life-threatening allergies.

UNITED CHRISTIAN PARISH PRESCHOOL

Contact Information  

703-437-1127

  
Administrative Staff 
Jane Plum, Director
Tracie Lambakis & Julie Cornette, Administrative Assistants
  
The Preschool is accredited by
pumpkin patchthe National Association for the Education of Young Children.  The Preschool is inspected by Fairfax County Health Department and voluntarily complies with Virginia Standards for Child Day Programs, but holds a Religious Exemption to Licensing from the VA Department of Social Services.
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THIS MONTH'S HELP WANTED

 Parents can volunteer for

  • Yard work at the Playground
  • Blowing leaves later in the month
  • Touch-up painting

E-mail or call for more information.
YARD SALE
Saturday, October 3 - Lots to Do This Week          

United Christian Parish Preschool is holding its Fifth Annual Yard Sale on October 3, 2015 from 8:00AM - 1:00PM!  The proceeds of this fundraiser benefit our Scholarship Fund to assist families that would not otherwise be able to send their children to preschool.  Please support this effort by donating your children's items, baby items, or maternity items and by volunteering your time!   Sign up to help at http://tinyurl.com/qegrdqn
 
Help is Especially Needed on Saturday

Sign up to help on http://tinyurl.com/qegrdqn  
 
Help Publicize
 
Find the Yard Sale post on the Preschool Facebook page and SHARE!
 
 PARENT PROGRAMS
Don't Miss Conscious Discipline  on Thursday 10/8!!!
Mandy Lloyd, the popular, certified Conscious Discipline instructor who has conducted training for parents and staff at our school for the past six years, will present Session 1, Be a S.T.A.R.! on October 8 and Session 2 on November 12.  Don't worry if you can't come to every session; each one begins with a review of the previous lesson. We welcome your participation in learning the language and skills that we use at school.  Please join us at 7:30 pm on Thursday, October 8 in Room 113 (down the hall from the front door).  Sorry, we can't provide child care for this.

Morning October Sessions 
Become a S.T.A.R. Parent -  Give your children the gifts of safety and connection. Take your first step in developing the Skills and Powers of Conscious Discipline®. You will learn about a simplified brain model and learn to see children's behavior in a new light. Begin a Brain Smart® Start at home just as we do at school.  The October morning sessions led by Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor  Jane Plum will be held on Thursday, October 15 at 9:15 am and Friday October 30 at 9:15 am.  Both sessions are the same; come on whichever day works best for you.  Sorry, no child care.  It's okay to bring quiet infants with you.
PARENTS GROUP - LOTS GOING ON
Fall Festival Volunteers Needed
Fall Festival will be held on Thursday, October 22 & Friday, October 23 (Rain dates 26-27).  Fall Festival is an event held during the school day for the children to have an extended playground time, where lots of special outdoor activities are offered. The activities are developmentally appropriate preschool learning opportunities that take place outdoors using wonderful fall materials, such as straw, corn, pumpkins and leaves. 
     Look for details in upcoming email from the Parents Group. Please consider volunteering for an hour or two outdoors with the children during this beautiful season.  Parents may also volunteer in advance by dropping off needed supplies.  An email will come out in the next couple weeks about where to sign up.
      *Please note that this event is NOT a family event for parents and siblings.  Only the parents who volunteer attend the Festival.
Meeting & Volunteer Opportunities
The Parents' Group met today and discussed the Yard Sale, Fall Festival, and other upcoming events. We will be meeting on Tuesday, October 27 and the last Tuesday of each month at 9:10 a.m. Please come and join us as we discuss future activities and get to know our fellow parents.  Children (preschool age and younger) are welcome!
 
Family Night Out
Our first Family Night Out of the year will be November 19 from 5-8 p.m. at the Chipotle in South Lakes Shopping Center.  Chipotle will give UCPP 50% of the sales, which is an amazing amount!  Invite your friends and family and make sure to mention that you are there from UCPP.  We look forward to seeing you there!!
Keep in Touch with Parents Group on Shutterfly
Go to https://parentsgroup.shutterfly.com/ and click on "Join This Group", or email Jenn Flora at jhflora654@gmail.com to receive an invitation to join. Once you are a member, explore:CalendarsSign upsAnd much more!Please consider donating your time to make your child's preschool experience even better!                 
FLU SHOTS
Has your child been vaccinated? 
      CDC, Center for Disease Control and Prevention, recommends that all children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday get a flu vaccine.  Make arrangements with your pediatrician today.  Also, parents of young children are considered at high risk for flu, so check with your physician as well.
      In addition to the flu shots, your next line of defense is always HANDWASHING.  Never skimp on the soap or the sudsing time!
CALENDAR
Sep 30                    School closed
Oct 3                      Preschool Yard Sale
Oct 7                      PAC meeting, 7:30 pm
Oct 8                      Conscious Discipline, 7:30 pm
Oct 9                      School closed, FCPS is closed 
Oct 12                    Columbus Day Holiday, school closed
Oct 13 & 15           Chapel
Oct 15                    Conscious Discipline 9:15 am.
Oct 19 & 20           Gathering
Oct 22 & 23           Fall Festival
Oct 30                    Conscious Discipline 9:15 am.
Nov 2 & 3              School closed
Nov 16 & 17          School pictures for 3's & 4's
Nov 19                   Family Night Out at Chipotle, South Lakes
Nov 25, 26, 27       Thanksgiving Holiday
OCTOBER SNACKS
10/1    Carrot Chips & hummus
10/2    Applesauce & Ritz crackers
10/5    Wheat Thins & soy butter
10/6    Variety of apples, Ritz
10/7    Variety of apples, Ritz
10/8    Potato wedges, ketchup
10/13   Cheese & crackers
10/14   Chips & salsa, water
10/15   Bagels & cream cheese
10/16   Veggies, dip, Wheat thins
10/19   Cheerios & raisins, water
10/20   Ritz & soy butter
10/21   Peaches, gr. crackers
10/22   Apples at Fall Festival, gr. Crackers
10/23   Apples at Fall Festival, gr. Crackers
10/26   Chips & salsa, water
10/27   Bagels & cream cheese
10/28   Ritz & pumpkin butter
10/29   Ritz & pumpkin butter
10/30   Parties or chips/bagels
Milk allergy concerns: Pumpkin butter is a jam made with pumpkin, sugar and spices, No butter or other dairy products!
Fresh items are served the day after delivery and extras the next day, resulting in occasional changes in the schedule.
Tuition Credit Voucher
If you do work for the preschool and wish to get credit for tuition, complete this form and attach it to your next tuition invoice and payment.
  
Child's Name ___________________________________________
  
Work done _____________________________________________
  
Hours __________ X $12/hour = ___________________________