Pine Ridge Prep Update

Dear Pine Ridge Prep Families,

Welcome back! We hope you had an enjoyable holiday break with your loved ones! It will be a busy three weeks of school before winter break!

Click the link to access the 2022-2023 Family Handbook.

As always, if you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to us!

Thank you for the privilege of serving you ~

Mrs. Gabrielle Tanner, Principal

Mrs. Shelley Banzhaf, Building Leader Intern

• December 2: Field Trip to County Christmas Tree Farm ***Permission Slips are coming home TODAY! Please return by Wednesday, November 30.

• December 14: Holiday Celebration @ 5:30-7:00 (see flyer below)

You can find all school events listed on our school calendar which you can access on our webpage.

When we send messages to all families, such as this weekly newsletter, emergency alerts, event reminders, etc., we send those via email and text. If you have not been receiving them via text, it could be that you have not yet opted in to that service. If you would like to begin receiving messages this way, text "YES" to 86088.

Math - 3 Year Olds

• We are learning to identify and describe shapes (squares, circles, triangles, rectangles) so we can talk about and find things we are looking for.
  
• We are learning to analyze, compare, create, and compose shapes based on knowledge of their attributes in order to develop problem-solving skills.

Math - 4 Year Olds

• We are learning to identify and describe shapes (squares, circles, triangles, rectangles, cubes, cones, cylinders, and spheres) so we can talk about and find things we are looking for.
  
• We are learning to analyze, compare, create, and compose shapes based on knowledge of their attributes in order to develop problem-solving skills.

Reading - 3 Year Olds

• We are learning to ask and answer questions about a text so we can understand a text.
  
• We are learning to use new words so we can build our vocabulary. (CL.IT.P3.3)
• We are learning to identify parts of a book so we can understand the importance of books. (CL.L.p3.5)

Reading - 4 Year Olds

• We are learning to ask and answer questions about a text so we can analyze details from the story. (CL.IT.P4.1)
  
• We are learning to identify physical parts of a book so we can use a book correctly.
• We are learning to show our thoughts with words and pictures so that we can write our names.

Social Studies - 3 Year Olds

• We are learning to follow routines at school so we can be successful students.
  
• We are learning to identify leaders at home so we can recognize leadership roles.
• We are learning to recognize what makes a friend so we can have a positive impact on others.

Social Studies - 4 Year Olds

• We are learning to recognize the rules at home and school so we can be good citizens.
  
• We are learning to identify leaders at home and schools so we can recognize the influence of others in a group.
• We are learning to recognize what makes a good friend so that we can have a positive impact on others.

Science

• We are learning to observe the changes of the weather so we can communicate about the weather.
  
• We are learning how plants and animals change the environment and in seasons so we can explain how plants and animals change.
• We are learning to observe different weather conditions so we know what clothes to wear when.

Social/Emotional Learning

• We are learning to identify feelings so that we know how others feel.
  
• We are learning to identify if feelings are the same or different
• We are learning to recognize when something is an accident so that we can fix it.
• We are learning to show we care by saying something kind or doing something helpful.

Each month, Home Depot offers a fun workshop for kids! Show up toward the beginning of the session to ensure there are enough materials for your child. Children must be present to receive a kit. They get to keep their project, receive a free certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin (while supplies last). Can't make it to Home Depot for the kids' workshop? Why not bring the party home! Here are just a few of the ready to assemble kits you can buy and build at home. Homedepot.com also offers great kids' activities, videos, and how-to's!

Workshops take place the first Saturday of each month from 9:00-12:00.

December 3: Santa Letters Mailbox

Please be sure to review both the COVID Update and the information on the Parent Resources page for the latest information from the CDC. Masks are encouraged, but not required. We will maintain strict sanitation protocols.

Late Start is on FRIDAYS for this school year and the arival time will be at 9:30.

You can find the 2022-2023 Academic Calendar HERE.

The Pine Ridge Prep Food & Clothing Bank is up and running! If your family has any needs, reach out to Ms. Heather Hayden at 785-329-7876.

You can find the link to the 2021 Community Resources Council Resource Directory here. This directory provides contact information for a variety of community resources.

If in need of resources, you can also contact the United Way by dialing 211.

See the following links for Food Pantry resources available to families.

English and Spanish

Website: https://www.topekapublicschools.net/pine-ridge-prep
Location: 1110 SE Highland Ave.
Phone: 785-329-7870
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PineRidgePrep/
Twitter: @PinePrep