Can you believe we are already in the last month of the school year? Time has flown by since our first week together in August. We have had a fantastic year at preschool, and we are excited about the remaining weeks we have together.

Open House – Friday, May 1^st, MINIMUM DAY 12 NOON DISMISSAL

We are hosting our Open House at the preschool from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; this is a drop-by event. Each classroom will be working hard to spruce up and prepare for a visit from all of our families. We are excited to share the life and happenings of our campus and can’t wait to see everyone. This is also an excellent opportunity to visit our elementary campus, too. They will be hosting their Open House from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

• Preschool – 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Elementary & Jr. High – 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Teacher Appreciation Week – Monday, May 4^th through Friday, May 8^th

The first full week of May is Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. Our fantastic teachers and staff do a tremendous job, and we look forward to showing them our gratitude.

Click Here to See the Appreciation Week Schedule

Please take a peek at your teacher’s Favorite Things Pages for inspiration, too.

Click Here to See the Teacher’s Favorite Things Pages

*Participation is entirely optional but greatly appreciated.

Preschool Chapel – Friday, May 8^th

Our Fruit of the Spirit for the month of May is Goodness. In this time of reflection, we will discuss what happened after Christ rose from the tomb and how God sent us a special helper, the Holy Spirit, to guide us as we follow Jesus on our daily journeys.

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

2026-2027 Preschool Licensing Packets

Get a jump on summer and the coming school year and pick up your 2026-2027 Preschool Licensing Packets at the preschool front desk starting the week of May 4^th.

All families are required to complete and submit their 2026-2027 Licensing Packets by the first day of summer camp or the start of the 2026-2027 school year.

Preschool Family Picnic – Saturday, May 16^th

You’re invited to join us for our annual end-of-the-year picnic! Families will enjoy water play, bubble/foam machines, glitter tattoos, crafts, snow cones, popcorn, spending time with friends, meeting new families, and more. So please join us for all the fun!

• WHEN: Saturday, May 16^th, 11 AM to 1 PM
• WHERE: PCS Field – Parking: Garfield Lot @ 1492 N. Garfield Ave.
• COST: $5.00 (per person), includes a hot dog lunch & all activities.
• RSVP: Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 13^th
  • Click Here for the PICNIC RSVP Form

Payments can be made in the Preschool Office prior to the event. A few additional tickets will be available at the gate on the day of the picnic. Cash, checks, or FACTs billing are all accepted.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic time together! 

End of the Year Pizza Parties – Friday, May 22^nd & Tuesday, May 26^th 

We will celebrate the end of the school year with our traditional classroom Pizza Parties. The preschool will provide pizza, but there will be classroom sign-ups for additional side items such as fruit, paper goods, and table décor. The classrooms will be sharing those sign-ups by the middle of May.

Memorial Day – Monday, May 25^th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED

The preschool will be closed to celebrate and remember all the brave men and women who have upheld and defended our nation here in the United States and around the world. Their service and sacrifice are greatly appreciated and deserve profound recognition and unceasing gratitude.

Thank you for your service.

Aloha Days! – Wednesday, May 27^th & Thursday, May 28^th – MINIMUM DAYS

We felt that aloha was the perfect sentiment for the last two days of our preschool year. So, hello to summer, goodbye to our year together, and of course, I love you.

We invite all the kids to dress in their brightest, most tropical, and Hawaiian best on Wednesday and Thursday. We will also celebrate our year’s conclusion with special photo ops at drop-off and much more.

Preschool Promotion for Rooms 1 & 2 – Wednesday, May 27^th @ 6 p.m.

This year has been marvelous! It is a blessing to watch the children grow, and we are excited to celebrate the students who will be moving on to the next phase of school, whether here at PCS or beyond.

This year, we will host our traditional promotion ceremony in the auditorium on the main campus from 6 to 7 p.m. The kiddos in Rooms 1 and 2 have been rehearsing adorable songs and can hardly wait to share them.

Keep an eye out for your invitation with all the details. 

Preschool Closed – Friday, May 29^th through Friday, June 5^th

The preschool will be closed to students for cleaning and summer prep. However, the preschool office will be open to answer questions and help with any summer paperwork that may still need to be completed before the start of camp.

First Day of Fun in the Sun Summer Camp – Monday, June 8^th 

Our first session of Fun in the Sun: Surfs Up! and Kinder Camp will kick off on Monday, June 8^th. Summers at the preschool are chock-full of good times and new adventures, and we can hardly wait to get started. 

Summer Camp Registration 

It is not too late to join this year’s “Fun in the Sun” or “Kinder Camp” summer camps. We’re excited for another incredible summer together and can’t wait to see who will join the fun this year.

CLICK HERE for the Preschool Summer Registration Packet

CLICK HERE for the Kinder Camp Registration Packet

If you have already signed up, look for more camp-specific information over the weeks ahead.

Just a friendly reminder of our Preschool Parking Lot Rules/Requests

As everyone knows, our parking lot, like our children, is small and very active. It requires patience and courtesy to ensure the safety of all our families and little ones. Here are some important things to keep in mind:

Can you believe that it’s already March? We are about to spring into spring and can hardly wait to see what hatches around the preschool.

Dr. Seuss’ Birthday – Monday, March 2^nd

Did you know Dr. Seuss wrote Green Eggs and Ham using only 50 words? Published in 1960, the book originated from a wager between Bennett Cerf, Random House’s publisher and co-founder, and Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss. “Bennett Cerf bet me I couldn’t write a book with 50 words or fewer, and I wanted to show him that I could,” said Dr. Seuss.

Over the past 60 years, Dr. Seuss’s books and stories have shaped and continue to influence early childhood literature. We will celebrate him and his contributions at preschool by reading several of his books this month. Thank you, Dr. Seuss, for igniting our imaginations and love of rhyme and introducing us to the worlds within books.

Preschool Chapel – Friday, March 6^th

Our Fruit of the Spirit for March is gentleness. We will explore what it means to be gentle and read the Parable of the Lost Sheep. Since it is March, we will also discuss St. Patrick, his ministry, and how he used the clover to illustrate the nature of the Trinity, three in one. Chapel is always a wonderful time spent together in worship, fellowship, and praise of the Lord.

Teacher In-Service Day – Friday, March 13^th – STUDENT FREE

It’s time for a teacher in-service day. These days are essential, as they provide the time we need for training, planning, preparation, and cleaning that cannot be done while the children are on campus. We are grateful for these opportunities to grow and enhance everything we do in service to the children and their families. 

A special thank-you to Dr. Jade Starleaf for leading a teacher training session with our staff. We are so grateful and very excited to learn from Dr. Jade.

Summer Camp Registration – DUE BY: March 15^th (for the two payment option)

Will you join this year’s “Fun in the Sun” summer camp? If so, registration packets are now available for Preschool, Kinder Camp, and the Big Yellow House. You can use the links below to access digital copies of the Preschool and Kinder Camp Registration packets or pick up a hard copy in the preschool front office.

We look forward to the rest of the school year and the summer ahead.

CLICK HERE for the Preschool Summer Registration Packet

CLICK HERE for the Kinder Camp Registration Packet

*Hard copies of our summer registration packets are available in the preschool lobby.

MAKE-UP Picture Day – Monday, March 16^th

Did you miss our first picture day, or are you hoping for a redo? Make-up Picture Day will be your final chance to officially capture those preschool smiles. Please let us know if you need your picture taken by stopping by the front desk. On Tuesday and Thursday, friends are also welcome to drop by and have their pictures taken!

St. Patrick’s Day – Monday, March 17^th

With a touch of the blarney, we will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year with leprechauns, shamrocks, and so much more. The story of St. Patrick is also an excellent time to talk about the call to spread the gospel to the world.

For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10

Mid-Year Developmental Profiles

Classrooms have sent out our mid-year reports via email for all the kiddos. Be sure to take a look. Teachers will happily chat with parents who want to discuss the year’s progress and future.

March 24^th – PCS Staff Association Meeting

April 3^rd – Good Friday: PRESCHOOL CLOSED

April 6^th – Easter Monday: PRESCHOOL CLOSED

April 6^th – 10^th – PCS Main Campus Spring Break – PRESCHOOL OPEN (April 7^th to 10^th)

April 6^th – 10^th – Week of the Young Child

April 19^th – 22^nd – Accreditation Team Visit

May 1^st – Open House

May 16^th – Preschool Family Picnic

May 25^th – Memorial Day: PRESCHOOL CLOSED

May 27^th – Preschool Promotion: MINIMUM DAY

May 28^th – Last Day of Preschool: MINIMUM DAY

May 29^th – June 5^th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED

June 8^th – First Day of Summer Camp

July 3^rd & 6^th – CAMP CLOSED

July 30^th – Last Day of Camp

July 31^st – August 18^th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED

August 17^th – Back to School Night

August 18^th – Preschool Meet & Greet

August 19^th – First Day of School

We adore the month of love and look forward to all the exciting things that will happen over the next four weeks!

Preschool Chapel – Thursday, February 5^th

It is the month of love, and we focus on where love comes from. After all, G.O.D. is L.O.V.E. We look forward to coming together to worship and celebrate God’s love for each of us and our love for Him and for each other.

1 John 4:7-12

BOOK CLUBS – Help our readers grow.

This February, during the month of love, we warmly invite you to join us in celebrating our passion and love for literature!

We are thrilled to announce another exciting opportunity for all members of our community to enhance their home libraries as we expand our preschool collection.

This is also a wonderful opportunity for families to check in with their own teachers and ask what books they believe will enrich the learning experience of the young minds in their classrooms. This collaborative effort helps foster a lifelong love for reading in all our children.

Don’t miss out on discovering new stories and resources that will not only delight but also inspire curiosity and creativity. Plus, when you shop through our Clubs, you support our school because your orders earn points redeemable for books and other preschool classroom supplies.

Orders due date: Friday, February 13^th, 2026

Shop our preschool page: https://orders.scholastic.com/32N3RM

Happy reading!

Valentine’s Day Parties – Thursday, Feb. 12^th & Friday, Feb 13^th 

Each classroom will celebrate the holiday with special festivities on both Thursday, February 12^th, and Friday, February 13^th. Please keep an eye out for classroom-specific details about what they’ll be doing. This includes how each classroom will handle Valentine’s Day favors. 

Here are a few quick suggestions…

• Avoid edible treats. Instead, themed pencils, crayons, erasers, stickers, or other small items would make a great gift.
• Simple and small is always best.
• On the cards, sign – To: My Friend         From: Your Child’s Name
• Due to flux schedules, not all the kids know each other, but it is easier to give to everyone than to figure out who comes on which day. The classrooms will provide a total headcount for each room.
• Avoid the “Boy/Girl” Valentine trap. Allow your child to choose the Valentins they wish to give, rather than worrying about how many boys and girls there are. The kids get so much more from the reflected diversity of their peers’ interests and what they want to give.
• There is no obligation to give out Valentine’s cards/treats, but you are welcome to participate as you see fit.

Presidents’ Day – Mon., Feb. 16^th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED

While we don’t typically do a deep study of American history or civics as a part of the preschool experience, we are happy to celebrate two of our nation’s most influential leaders and the role presidents play in shaping and guiding our country.

Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God. – George Washington

My concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God’s side, for God is always right. – Abraham Lincoln

Picture Days – Thurs., Feb. 20^th & Fri, Feb. 21^st

It is time to capture those adorable preschool smiles once again! Preschool Picture Days have arrived.

The preschool will host School Pictures from Julie Lilly Photography on Thursday, February 19^th, and Friday, February 20^th.  Please look out for more information from your child’s teachers about which day has been assigned to you. 

Families will receive an envelope for their child’s picture purchase the week prior to Picture Days (February 9^th-13^th). Please complete and return to the preschool office on or before Picture Day.   

Please let us know if you have any questions; we are happy to help!!

Elks Vision Screening – Tuesday, Feb. 24^th & Wednesday, Feb. 25^th

The Elks Vision Screening is a free service available for preschool children in California and Hawaii. The screening will take place on campus in the Art Studio as a special event for our students. Teachers will assist by guiding students throughout the screening process. All children aged 3 years and older (in Rooms 1, 2, 3, and 4) will participate unless otherwise instructed. If you do not wish for your child to participate in this program, please inform the Front Desk.

Informational Vision Screen Flyers will be available at the preschool front desk beginning the week of February 16th.

PCS Orchestra Visit – Thursday, Feb. 26^th

The “Big Kids” will be visiting the preschool to perform a special concert just for us! We’re always so excited to host the PCS Orchestra students, listen to their performances, and learn about their instruments. Especially since some of them used to be our preschoolers, too. From preschoolers to instrumentalists—something for our current kiddos to look forward to as they prepare to move up to the elementary campus one day.

Staying Healthy at Preschool

We want to thank all of our families for their support and understanding as we navigate the winter months and the challenges of keeping our preschool healthy and safe. A few things to keep in mind…

If you notice your child is under the weather or showing signs of illness, please exercise caution, keep them home, and monitor their condition. While most preschool illnesses are common and pass quickly, some are much more concerning, such as RSV.

State regulations also remind us that children may not attend school if they have had a fever, vomited, or had diarrhea in the last 24 hours. This means that if your child experiences any of these conditions, they must stay home from school the following day and may return the day after. For example, if they have a fever on Monday, the potential first day back would be Wednesday. The same standard applies if a child is sent home from school for any of these issues.

Please know that our team will be monitoring our kiddos, and we will contact families if we spot signs or symptoms while they’re on campus. Conversely, we appreciate parent support in our staff’s discernment regarding a child’s presence at school. Often, a doctor may clear a sick child to return to school, but they may still have minor symptoms, such as a lingering cough or runny nose.

Our team greatly appreciates parent notification when their child is out due to illness. It’s essential for tracking, informing other families if needed, and potentially preventing further spread. Those notifications also give us peace of mind and allow us to keep you in our prayers.

Summer Camp Registration

We are already thinking about those fun, sun-filled summer days, even as we enjoy all that winter (in Southern California) has to offer.

Will you join this year’s “Fun in the Sun” summer camp? If so, registration packets are now available for Preschool, Kinder Camp, and the Big Yellow House. You can use the links below to access digital copies of the Preschool and Kinder Camp Registration packets or pick up a hard copy in the preschool front office.

We look forward to the rest of the school year and the summer ahead.

CLICK HERE for the Preschool Summer Registration Packet

CLICK HERE for the Kinder Camp Registration Packet

If you have already signed up, look for more camp-specific information over the months ahead.

March 13^th – Staff In-Service PRESCHOOL CLOSED

March 24^th – PCS Association Meeting

April 3^rd – Good Friday PRESCHOOL CLOSED

April 6^th – Easter Monday PRESCHOOL CLOSED

April 7^th-10^th – Week of the Young Child PRESCHOOL OPENED

May 1^st – Open House MINIMUM DAY

May 4^th – 8^th – Teacher Appreciation Week

May 25^th – Memorial Day PRESCHOOL CLOSED

May 27^th – Preschool Promotion (Rms 1 & 2) MINIMUM DAY

May 28^th – Last Day of School MINIMUM DAY

June 9^th – First Day of Summer Camp