Monday, December 5, 2016
Director's Corner

It's official we are heading into Christmas. Last week we had a wonderful start getting into the spirit of the season with our First Annual Winter Festival. We enjoyed playing games, drinking hot chocolate, decorating cookies, and making fun crafts.
This is also a season where we will be talking about Christmas. What Christmas is and why we celebrate. It is a joyous time! Sometimes it can get a little hectic and frustrating. Just remember it is a season for giving and doing for the good of others instead of me! This is the challenge for those of us with little ones, who by nature are ego centered. Since it is true that children learn much from the actions and attitude (and gratitude) of the adults around them we can consider the following Christmas gift suggestions:

To an emery, forgiveness
To an opponent, tolerance,
To a friend, our heart
To others, service
To all, charity
To oneself, respect
To every child, a good example.

Christmas Blessings and have a blessed New Year with hopes anew, from all of us here at Shepherd of the Valley Preschool.

Miss Shirley

Important Dates
Tuesday, December 13
7:00 PM  Preschool Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 14

9:30 AM  Preschool Christmas Program & Chapel
For ALL students. There will be snacks and crafts for all afterwards in each individual classrooms. This is a regular day.

Monday, December 19 - Friday, December 30 
Preschool Winter Session ( Sign up is available in the office)

Monday, December 19 - Monday, January 2
Christmas break.

Tuesday, January 3
Preschool resumes 

Office will be close on:
Monday, December 26
Friday, December 30

Preschool Winter Session
 
As the holiday break quickly approaches, don't forget to register for the winter preschool session! We're offering half, full, and extended days. Please fill out the information below and return it to your child's teacher as soon as possible.

Thank You!

A BIG thank you to all the parent volunteers who helped in making our Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Festival a success! The grand successes of our events are due in large part to you and your efforts. On behalf of our school and parents, thank you for sharing your energy, talents and time.

Volunteers who helped in the Thanksgiving feast and Winter Festival, please submit your volunteer hours to the office.

Plus, if your referred family visited during our Winter Festival, please stop by the office to pick up your Starbucks card.  Thank you all for your referrals! 
Advent Calendar
Sunday, December 11 
5:30 PM  SOV Choir Christmas Concert

Wednesday, December 14
9:30 AM  Preschool Christmas Program & Chapel 

Sunday, December 18  
3:00 PM  SFV Male Chorus Concert

Saturday, December 24 
4:00 PM  Preschool-Friendly service 
5:30 PM  Christmas Eve Service 
10:00 PM  Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 

Blossom Room
Last month we talked about all the things that we are thankful for, like family, friends, and of course toys! In December we look forward to learning about traditions that you and your family share.  We will be singing a few Christmas songs. You are all invited to join us as we sing in the chapel.
I was so happy to meet with all of you and that I got to show you the progress your child is making at school. I wish each of you a Christmas filled with blessings, love, and joy. May the new year bring you peace and happiness!

Sunshine Room
Having fun at the Winter Festival!

Scrip for the Holidays
 
Shop with Scrip is in a festive mood this holiday season, and they're partnering with a few of your favorite retailers to celebrate with some special surprises this month! A 24-hour promotion is coming on Wednesday, December 7, so watch your email for an official announcement that day.
 
To participate, you just need a ShopWithScrip® account, and you must be able to login to place online orders. 

Electronic Scrip card reloads can be purchased online at shopwithscrip.com, 24 hours a day. To participate, you just need a
ShopWithScrip® account, and you must be able to login to place online orders. Use the school enrollment code D41757CE923L to sign up.
If you have any questions or need help signing up, please contact the office.

Links
Church Worship Hours 
9 AM - Sunday School 
9:30 AM - Worship Service 
9:30 AM - Sunday School Club House 
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