Parkway Early Childhood

• Tues, Dec 3: LAST DAY FOR SQUARE ONE ART ORDERS
• Wed, Dec 4: PAT Songs, Stories & Sillies 9:30-10:30 am
  
• Tues, Dec 10: PARKER'S PAWS GIFT CARDS: LAST DAY TO TURN IN
• Wed, Dec 11: Early Release
• Dec 16 - 20: Spirit Week (see schedule below)
• Fri, Dec 20: Half Day of School
• Mon, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 3: NO SCHOOL, WINTER BREAK
• Mon, Jan 6, 2025: Classes Resume
• Mon, Jan 6: Kindergarten Registration begins online

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The Parkway Preschool Peer Model Program is a unique opportunity for preschool-aged children to positively impact the lives of children with developmental delays. While learning together in an Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) classroom, peer models develop empathy, confidence, and school-readiness skills.

• Placement available at 3 locations for Half-day classes

• A one-time $300 program fee covers the entire school year.
• Click for program Details and Requirements

STEP TO APPLY:

1. Complete the Peer Model Interest Form

2. Sign up for a Play-Based Developmental Screening

The Parkway Early Childhood Community is coming together to support families this holiday season. We are committed to our character education goal to take care of others. This year, the Parker’s Paws program is collecting gift cards to go directly to families in our early childhood programs. If your family can give in this way, please consider donating by Tuesday, December 10th. There are two ways to donate:

1. Purchase a Schnucks, Wal-Mart, Target, Aldi, Walgreens, or CVS gift card. Please mark the card “Parker’s Paws” and give to an Early Childhood staff member.
2. Use the following link and purchase an Amazon gift card: Parker’s Paws Gift Card Wishlist . Please select the wish list address in ‘shipping options’ and it will be delivered directly to our Social Workers at Parkway Early Childhood Center West (PECC).

THANK YOU!!!

More registration information will be available after Winter Break.

Get a head start on holiday gifts! Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order! NEW - *Ship to Home FREE. (*Customer pays a small processing fee at checkout and order ships to home.) Order by: 12/3/2024. Upload additional art if you like, using Art Upload! If you have questions, or need anything at all, contact customer care online .

Thank you for supporting Early Childhood!

Missouri law requires children to be 5 years old by August 1st to enroll in Kindergarten. Our full-day, tuition-free program offers convenient online registration and enrollment. If you do not have access to the internet, a device to use, or need assistance completing the online application, please call the Parkway Enrollment Hotline at (314) 415-9900.

One of our District Registrars would be happy to answer any of your questions or help you complete the registration application in person if needed. Registrars are at the Parkway Welcome Center - 760 Woods Mill Road - Ballwin, MO, 63011 - (314) 415-9000. More information and the Steps to Enroll

For: Rising 2025-26 Kindergarten Parents/Guardians

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 6:00 pm

Location: Via Zoom https://parkwayschools-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6HJSrgeoTi-NZ-7UiB0DCw

The "Wonderful World of Kindergarten" webinar is an excellent opportunity for Parkway parents to learn more about Kindergarten and:

• What is REALLY expected of children entering Kindergarten?
• What happens on a typical day?
• How to help prepare your child
• How and when to register

Presented by staff members of Parkway Early Childhood and Parkway Kindergarten teachers.

Click here to register for the webinar Wonderful World of Kindergarten

For: Rising 2025-26 Kindergartners and Parents/Guardians

Thursday, January 30, 2025 9:30-10:30 am

Location: Your Parkway Elementary School of Kindergarten attendance.

• FREE event for 2025-26 Parkway Kindergartners & their parents/guardians at their Parkway elementary school of Kindergarten attendance
  
• Tour your Parkway elementary school. Learn about Kindergarten life and the key areas of the school.
• Help your child become acquainted with their future school community.
• Have your questions about the upcoming school year and daily routines answered.
• Parents As Teachers Parent Educators will be present to greet you & your child
• Parkway Schools Attendance Boundaries

Registration Required

The holiday season is here, and it’s a magical time for learning and fun at Parkway Early Childhood Center. December is filled with exciting activities, seasonal crafts, and opportunities to celebrate together.

Suggested At-Home Activities:

• Read Together: Enjoy seasonal books like The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats

• Share Your Traditions: Talk with your child about your family’s holiday traditions. This can be a wonderful way to connect and share meaningful moments

• Craft Together: Create simple crafts like paper snowflakes or ornaments to build fine motor skills and make lasting memories

Thank You and Happy Holidays!

We want to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support and involvement in our preschool community. December is a time to reflect on all we’ve accomplished together and look forward to the new year.

We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season filled with love and laughter!

Warmly,
Dr. Gehner, Preschool Coordinator

If your student is not going to be at school please call 314-415-9676. This number is for ALL locations. Thank you!

Parkway Parents as Teachers is a home visiting program offered at no charge for Parkway residents serving families prenatally to Kindergarten entry. To enroll in Parents as Teachers call (314) 415-6973 or start the process to enroll online. A representative will call you to complete enrollment.

Group Connections are FREE activity sessions presented by PAT. Some are for children and parents and some are for parents only. Group Connections are listed on the Parents as Teachers webpage with registration links:

https://www.parkwayschools.net/domain/1164

Wednesday, December 4, 9:30-10:30 am

Parkway Early Childhood - West 14605 Clayton Rd

Children Birth - 5 years + Caregiver

No Charge

Join our talented Parent Educators for a fun time with your child! We’ll foster creativity through singing, movement & active stories that spark the imagination! Click to Register

Partners in Play offers affordable fun classes, for children and caregivers, that provide fun and meaningful activities to promote growth in all areas - social, emotional, physical and cognitive. Expose your child to a classroom setting to have fun while taking turns and playing with others. Parents have opportunities to talk about childhood development in a supportive environment.

PIP Classes starting in December

• Dec 4 - FAMILY December Fun (13 months- 5 yrs not in Kindergarten) 1 session 5:30 - 6:30 pm
• Dec 6 - Gym Time (18-32 months) 3 sessions 9:30-10 :30am
• Jan 16 - Sensory Exploration (18- 35 months) 3 sessions 10-11:00 am
• Sign Up Now!
  

The newsletter provides academic dates, event & class information and general Early Childhood reminders. Just complete this form to keep grandparents, caregivers and nannies informed!!! SIGN UP HERE!

The Kids Morning Out program is designed for children turning three after July 31st. Parents drop off their children for this two-hour, fifteen-minute program that blends developmentally appropriate curriculum with wonderful opportunities for social growth. All classes are taught by a certified teacher with a low teacher-to-child ratio.

The registration timeline for the 2025-26 school year is posted above. More registration information will be available after Winter Break.

FREE Play-Based Developmental Screenings are available for children 3-5 years old living in the Parkway Schools District. To get started: 3 - 5 Play-Based Screening

Announcements:

• All full day students' developmental screenings have been completed at all locations.
• Half-day students' yearly developmental screenings will be coming December-January; parents please be on the lookout for paperwork coming home to be completed as part of your child's developmental screening.
• Checkout the FUN handout below

• Thank you for taking the time to meet with us during Parent Teacher Conferences. We enjoy the opportunity to collaborate with you!
• Everyone in our community who is participating in Parker's Paws
• Liam , the Eagle Scout for building the playhouse at PEC-West. The kids love it!