Precious Memories Preschool Newsletter
December 2014
Welcome families and friends to a month of exploring and growing. We have lots of activities that
will foster the meaning behind the season.
We are proud to begin the season with celebrating the two year anniversary of Precious Memories
Place. It has been an enlightening year filled with an evolving philosophy of family support and a
strong focus on a healthy mind and body. PMP utilizes the concept of reflection in all we do. It is a
chance to look back on our days and celebrate growth while embracing opportunity to learn or
evaluate through EBI (an “even better if”) approach.
As we reflect on our past year, an array of innovative new programs has flourished at PMP. We
continually strive to create an environment that fosters a healthy self-worth with a strong desire for
continual exploration and growth.
Happy Hanukkah
Precious Memories Preschool
Upcoming Events
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December 8th
“12 Days of
Christmas” begins
December 30th
Hair-do Day
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December 5th
Parent’s Night Out
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December 13th
Parent’s Day Out
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December 16th
Christmas Gala
with Santa
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December 24th
Christmas Eve
Center closes at 1 PM
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December 25th
Christmas Day
Center closed
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December 26th
Center open
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December 31st
Center open
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January 1
New Year’s Day
Center closed
January 2nd
Center open
Newsletter
Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 16th. We will light our menorah on and enjoy many
activities during this 8 day celebration. We will enjoy a traditional meal of latkes and applesauce!
Hair-Do Day:
Hair-Do Day will be held on Tuesday, December 30th at 9:30 AM Haircuts for girls will be $12.00 and
for boys $10.00. Have your child’s hair cut just in time for the holidays! Please be sure to provide any
gratuities in cash as they will go directly to Miss Cheri.
School Snow Policy
Precious Memories Preschool makes every effort to maintain operation during most weather
conditions. In the event conditions have been labeled a state of emergency or a blizzard, the center
will close for the safety of our children, their families, and our staff. In keeping with this policy,
Precious Memories may opt to delay the opening of the center or close earlier in the afternoon if we
feel that conditions are not safe. All school closings or delays due to extreme weather conditions will
be announced on television station 4 (NBC) and the center answering machine.
Polar Express Parents Night Out… December 5th
We invite our parents to enjoy dinner, friends, a movie, or just a quiet night in to relax. Meanwhile,
your children will enjoy friends, Polar Express activities and dinner in a safe, familiar and encouraging
environment. December 5th from 6:00 PM-10:00 PM. Cost will be $30 per preschooler and $35 per
infant/toddler. Siblings are invited to have fun at a reduced rate.
(Must have 10 children to hold PNO)
Parents Day Out- Holiday Shopping Day! December 13th
We invite you to enjoy a day of fun and/or relaxation all to yourselves 8:00 AM-2:00 PM! Whether
you relax at home, go on a holiday shopping excursion, enjoy a walk or a run, enjoy a tasty breakfast
or lunch out, or just take time for relaxation in the morning and early afternoon knowing that your
children are being cared for by our trusted teachers in the comfortable surroundings that they are
so familiar with. We will follow our daily classroom schedule for the day with fun activities, snacks,
and lunch. How exciting for the children and teachers to have the opportunity to spend some extra
time together during the weekend! Children will have lunch and nap time as usual, and will be well
rested and ready to enjoy the afternoon with their family by 2:00 PM, our pick up time for the day.
We hope you are able to join us for this super exciting day!! Stay tuned for details!
Fees are:
$40.00 Pre-School
$45.00 Infant/Toddler (under 3)
(Cancellations made within 24 hours of the event will be charged a $15 fee per child)
(Must have 10 children signed up to hold PDO)
Upcoming events…
Teddy Bear Portraits
Thanksgiving Feast
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Beginning
8th we will enjoy the “12 Days of Christmas”; an opportunity
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fashioned fun with traditions while adding a flair of exploration and growth.
“12 Days of Christmas”
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Day 1: The Friendship Wreath (Systemic Beliefs) December 8th, 2014
Each classroom discusses and creates something they add to the “Center Friendship Wreath”. The wreath is displayed for the
season expressing teamwork and systemic belief of being part of something bigger.
Day 2: Celebration of Giving~Toys for Tots (Sharing & Caring) December 8 th-December 12th, 2014
We invite families to bring in new, unopened toys for all ages for those in need…expressing the act of giving, sharing and
experiencing community support. If you know of a family in need please let administration know. Otherwise toys will be donated
to the Pawcatuck neighborhood Center.
Day 3: Take a ride on the Polar Express (Dreams and Possibilities) December 10th, 2014
Join us for a journey of self-discovery that embraces how the wonder of life never fades for those who dream and believe!
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Children enjoy hot chocolate while embracing the spirit of the Polar Express Grade
book and the
special News
bell! Children are encouraged to
come to school in their jammies and never lose faith in possibilities.
Day 4: Celebration of Christmas around the World (Appreciation) December 11 th, 2014
Exploring and appreciating traditions of Christmas and winter holidays around the world through literacy and activities where
children discuss similarities and differences while gaining respect for other cultures and beliefs.
Day 5: Holiday Day Out (Balance) 8am-2pm, December 13th, 2014
A day for parents to go out, or shop while the children enjoy holiday activities in a familiar and safe environment! With everyone’s
hard work and efforts we value a little down time to maintain balanced living.
Day 6: The Elf on the Shelf! (Inspiration and Exploration) December 15th-December 24th, 2014
Keep your eyes wide open for a holiday friend to visit! The elf on the shelf observes as our friends partake in their daily activities!
Each and every one of you are invited to find where the Elf on the Shelf surprises us every day.
Day 7: Visit with Santa and Holiday Gala Celebration (Confidence) December 17 th, 2014
Santa will be bringing a classroom gift and some books in a fancy new wagon! With hearts beating in anticipation, confidence
builds as the children share their good deeds and reflect on the year past with Santa.
Day 8: Singing/Sharing Holiday Carols (Reflection) December 18 th, 2014
Children will explore musical instruments and gather with friends where they will celebrate new and “old” carols of the holiday
season, while reflecting on and honoring their own family traditions.
Day 9: Holiday Card Making (Healthy Mind and Body) December 19 th, 2014
Encouraging self-expression and creativity with colorful materials children will create holiday cards to share with our community
or someone they love. After the mind has been stretched….we move to the floor. Children are invited to stretch their
bodies. They can stretch in any expressive way they like, including a candy cane, wreath, tree pose, etc…
Day 10: Ornament designing (Goals and Action Steps) December 22th, 2014
The classrooms design and create an expressive ornament to display somewhere special! First the classroom decides to work as a
whole or individually. Then the act of designing their ornament begins through discussion and sketches. Children are then invited
to create, from their design, a decorative ornament to display somewhere special.
Day 11: Peace Day (Response and Reaction) December 23rd, 2014
Children will make “peace chains” individually and then attach their piece of the chain to their classroom chain and further
explore around the meaning of peace with their friends as each classroom connects their “peace chains” together. Responding to
helping others create and work together for a common goal while digging deep to be patient and supportive.
Day 12: Tales by The Tree…Embracing Christmas through Literacy (The Power of Listening)
December 24th, 2014
Children will gather with friends around the Christmas tree to engage and enjoy holiday stories as they connect with inspiring
verbiage and creative illustrations to observe the energies around this festive time of year.