Preschool Press

Dear Preschool Families,

We are so blessed with all of your kindness this holiday season! Thank you to all of our families that have participated in donating coats, gift cards, and items for the giving tree. We are so thankful for you!

Please be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming Winter Break from Monday, December 23rd- Friday, January 3rd.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Ciara Vanderhoff

Main Line: 440-572-7046

Attendance Line: 440-572-7046 choose #2

Bus Transportation: 440-572-7060

If you selected a tag from our Giving Tree, please drop off the purchased items to our Lunn Rd. location by Monday, December 16th. Please leave these items unwrapped and include the original gift tag.

Thank you again for your kindness and generosity!

We are excited to invite you to become a part of our Preschool Parent Teacher Association (PTA). The PTA plays a vital role in enhancing our preschool community, supporting our teachers, and organizing activities that benefit our children.

Why Join the PTA?

• Be Involved: Your participation helps strengthen our school community.
• Make a Difference: Contribute to important decisions that impact our children’s education and experiences.
• Connect with Others: Meet fellow parents and teachers, forming lasting relationships.

The holiday season can be a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it can also bring stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. This booklet is designed to provide you with practical strategies and tactics to help you cope with the holidays and make the most of this special time of year. Whether you're dealing with family gatherings, financial pressures, or simply managing your own expectations, these tips will assist you in navigating the holiday season with confidence and ease. Please click the link below to access some important tips & resources.

As the Ohio weather starts to change, please ensure you are dressing your child appropriately for outside play (coats, hats, mittens, etc). Continue working with your child at home on how to take these items on and off as well. Additionally, labeling tags inside of your child's garment can ensure that any lost items make them home to you!

Engage your child in conversations about more or less: “Do I have more or less mashed potatoes than you have?” Play “how many” games: “How many forks are on the table? How many carrots are on your plate?” Have your child count food items as they are served.

We are excited to announce a new digital resource designed to support you and your child’s growth and development during this crucial early learning stage. Our team has curated a collection of valuable articles, tips, and activities that focus on various areas of development, including:

• Social Emotional Development
• Literacy & Numeracy Skills
• Language Development
• Adaptive Skills
• Fine Motor Skills
• Technology
• Play
• Gross Motor Skills
• Community Resources

This resource is a wonderful way for you to engage with your child at home and complement the learning experiences we provide at preschool. We encourage you to explore the links and activities that resonate with your family’s interests and needs.

How to Use This Resource:

1. Access the Resource: Click the green "Parent Resources" button below.
2. Explore Topics: Navigate through the various sections to find content that aligns with your child’s developmental stages.
3. Engage with Activities: Try out the suggested activities to reinforce skills and concepts learned at preschool.
4. Utilize Community Resources: Take advantage of local community resources that can support your family’s needs.

We believe that by working together, we can create a nurturing and enriching environment for our children to thrive. If you have any questions or suggestions about the resource, please feel free to reach out.

Check out Preschool story time and other events at our Strongsville public library!

Website: https://preschool.strongnet.org/

Phone: 440-572-7046