March Newsletter

March 2024

From the Principal's Desk

February was a great month at our school! Our students celebrated diversity, friendship, and love. Valentine’s Day was enjoyed with class parties and special treats. In anticipation of spring, our teachers are busy planning meaningful learning activities that will help students gain an appreciation for the changing seasons.

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National Reading Month

March is National Reading Month! Our teachers have exciting activities planned that include reading and reenacting favorite books, introducing students to new titles, and much more.

We are also asking for Parent Volunteers to come in and read to our students throughout the month. There isn't a set schedule, but email us with times that work for you. Most reading times would be between 10:00 am - 11:00 am, and 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, for no more than 15-20 minutes.

In addition, we will have reading themed spirit days every Tuesday in the month of March. See below for our Spirit Days.

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Open House & Parent Referral Bonus

Do you know a colleague who has recently had a baby, a friend in need of care who just relocated to the area, or a family member who is seeking a new preschool for their child? Invite them to our Open House on March 16th. When you refer a friend and they enroll, you’re eligible for a free week of tuition. Ask us for details!

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Join us for our next Parenting Workshop on March 19th

Learn strategies to help your child cope and manage their feelings at our next parenting workshop, "Helping Children Manage Anxiety" with Sarita Patel. We will identify and discuss common anxiety triggers such as school situations, social dynamics or lack thereof, sleep, and separation issues. Sign up at: https://conta.cc/3UnQnhn

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Family Surveys Launching Soon

Our enrolled family survey will be launching the week of March 11. This survey provides the opportunity for you to share your positive experiences within our school community and give feedback on our areas of opportunity confidentially.

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Daylight Savings - Time to Spring Forward

Friendly reminder that we will Spring Forward for Daylight Savings on Sunday, March 10th. Don't forget to move your clocks ahead an hour.

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FCPS Spring Break

Our local school district is closed for spring break March 25th - 29th, but our school-age program is open! We have an entire week of challenging, fun, and engaging activities planned for our school-age students. Please check with the front desk for more information and for availability.

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Vacation Credits

Going on vacation? Chesterbrook Academy offers a one-week vacation once per year (July 1st through June 30th). If you would like to use your vacation credit (if you haven't already), please email Ms. Miranda and Ms. Elizabeth at least two weeks prior to the week you are requesting. Please note, all vacation credits must cover a full calendar week, Monday through Friday, not to include a weekend.

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St. Patty's Day

On Monday, March 18th, we will be having a St. Patrick's Day Party in each classroom at 3:00 pm. We will have a sign-up sheet on each classroom door for you to bring a snack for the party. Please ensure the snack item you bring does not contain any nuts.

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March Spirit Days

Please see below for our March Spirit Day.

Dr. Seuss Week Spirit Days

Mar. 1: "Cat in the Hat" - Come to school dressed as your favorite Thing. (Red shirt, blue pants, wild hair)

National Reading Month Spirit Days

Mar. 5th: "Read my Shirt" - Come to school with a shirt that we can read.

Mar. 12th: "Reading is My Super Power" - Come to school dressed as a Superhero

Mar. 19th: "Favorite Book Character" - Come to school dressed as your Favorite Book Character.

Mar. 26th: "Wild About Reading" - Come to school dressed in animal print, or with an animal on your clothes.

Mar. 18th: St. Patrick's Day Spirit Day - Wear Green to school!

Fun Friday Spirit Days

Mar. 8th: Tie Dye Day

Mar. 15th: Croc Day - Wear your crocs

Mar. 22nd: Spring Colors Day - Wear spring colors to school

Mar. 29th: Work Out Wear - Wear your best workout wear and prepare to move around