October 28, 2015
Dear Parents of DKK Forest Heights,
 As the autumn days get shorter and shorter we look forward to celebrating our traditional
Lantern Feast. Rideau Park School (10605 – 42 Ave) will be hosting a Lantern Walk on
November 5 at 6 pm, and everyone is invited to participate; hot chocolate will be
served afterwards. Come dressed for the weather and (if you are able) bring a treat to
share. Some popular songs sung by children while walking with lanterns:
 Durch die Straßen (Through the Streets) – we will practice this one in class
 Ich geh mit meiner Laterne (I'm Walking with My Lantern)
 Laterne, Laterne (Lantern, Lantern)
 Our theme for November is Castles, Princesses & Dragons. We will also be starting on
our Santa bags. One highlight for the month will be a visit from Music Together on
Nov 9, a marvelous program that has been coming to DKK for the last several years.
 There will be no classes on Wednesday November 11 (Remembrance Day).
 Thanks to everyone for participating in the Read-a-thon. We were able to order some
great new toys and books for the classroom. Thanks also for all your Scholastic Book Club
orders. The last day for November Book Club orders will be November 4. December
flyers will be available in late November to ensure delivery before the Christmas break.
 Many preschool-aged kids have difficulty working with scissors and glue, but they are at a
stage when they are ready to improve! Support your child’s fine motor skills by providing
them with simple craft materials and allowing them to experiment at home. Flyers,
catalogues and calendars for cutting are always popular.
 Thank you for your cooperation and patience concerning the police record checks. We
have many field trips scheduled for the new year and there will be many opportunities to
volunteer.
 Our DKK Christmas Concert has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 9 at
6:30 pm. The gym is no longer available on the original date. Please mark the change in
your calendar. We do apologize for any inconvenience.
Liebe Grüße and have a great weekend, Frau Christiane und Frau Ruth
Es ist besser, ein einziges kleines Licht
anzuzünden, als die Dunkelheit zu verfluchen.
It is better to light one small candle than to
curse the darkness.
Konfuzius/Confucius