As we approach the Christmas season, consider giving the gift of books. They make fantastic presents, whether you’re adding to your child’s personal library or sharing with others. A book is a gift that keeps on giving.
When you shop through our Clubs, you also support our school, as your orders earn points that we can redeem for books and other classroom supplies for the preschool.
Here’s how it works: We’ll send home flyers like these throughout the year (either physically or digitally). If you choose to place an order, you can do so via our preschool ordering page. Your books will arrive at school about 10 days after I submit our preschool order.
By working together with Scholastic, we’ll help your child develop a love of books, nurture early literacy and pre-reading skills, and build a classroom library that all our students are excited to explore!
Day 2 of our firefighter visits, this time from Station 36! Wed., Nov. 11th – Happy Veterans Day 2026!
The firefighters taught us about calling 911 for help and what kind of help they provide. For instance, if a fire alarm goes off or someone needs medical assistance.
The firefighters showed us how they use the different hoses on their fire engine. The children all had an opportunity to touch some of the controls and hoses before they showed us how they work.
The firefighters also showed us how they use the lights, sirens, and even the horn to let people know they’re coming.
Dear God,
We thank You for all the brave individuals who serve as everyday heroes in the fire department. May Your grace surround and protect them as they go about their days saving lives and serving our community. Protect them, Lord, guide them, and be with them during both their stressful moments and their calm ones. We are grateful for their service, and we pray that You would watch over them as they watch over all of us.
Day 1 of our firefighter visits from Pasadena Fire Station 38! Tuesday, Nov. 10th
The firefighters gave us a tour of their fire engine and all the equipment it holds. We also learned the difference between a fire truck and a fire engine. A fire truck has the big ladders; a fire engine carries water.
Firefighter Joseph showed us how quickly they have to get ready in an emergency. They have to get everything on in 60 seconds or less. Firefighter Joseph did it in 36 seconds!
The firefighters received an emergency call and had to leave, but we are so appreciative of the time we had together and of these everyday heroes and the incredible job they do.
Field Trip Permission Slips have been placed in the Parent Mailboxes for Rooms 1, 2, and 3 and are Due by Friday, November 13th.
Our Tuesday and Thursday friends are welcome to join the fun of Farm Day!
If you are in Rooms 1, 2, or 3, you will need a permission slip and must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone to attend if you are a Tuesday/Thursday friend.
If you are in Rooms 4, 5, or the Toddler classes, you are welcome to visit the campus during your Room’s scheduled time with the animals, as long as you are accompanied by a parent or chaperone. The classrooms will provide the exact visit times.
It’s time to reset our clocks as we “Fall Back” by one hour. This minor adjustment can affect our kids, leading to emotional drop-offs and concerns about how dark it gets while they’re still at school. Classrooms will address the time change, and we are ready to support the children as they adjust to this shift.
As the days grow darker and colder earlier, we will transition from spending afternoons outdoors in the yard and on patios to spending them inside the classrooms.
End of the Day Classrooms:
Older Pod– Rm 2 for Rm 1 & 2
Younger Pod– Rm 4 for Rm 4 & 5 Friends (Rm 3 will remain in their room.)
Toddlers – Toddler A for all our toddler friends.
Special Event: TK/Kindergarten Move Up/Preview Day – Monday, Nov. 2nd
Calling all Room 1 & 2 families! This is your (preschool parents) chance to visit the main campus and see the TK and Kindergarten programs. We will meet the teachers, tour the classrooms, and participate in a morning meeting and craft activity. This special Preview Day is exclusively for Pasadena Christian Preschool families. All Rm 1 and 2 children who attend school on Monday, Nov. 2nd will automatically participate, but we cordially invite parents and our Tuesday/Thursday friends to join us as well.
This month’s chapel will focus on the story of Noah’s Ark. The children love this story for its emphasis on family, animals, and listening to God. We can hardly wait to worship and praise God together.
Firefighter Visit – Tuesday, Nov. 10th and Wednesday, Nov. 11th
We are excited to have a special visit from our Local Fire Station! They will stop at the preschool with the truck, crew, and some surprises. We can’t wait to see everything up close and in person. Hurry up, drive the fire truck!
One of our favorite preschool firefighter songs is ‘Hurry, Hurry, Drive the Firetruck.’
The preschool will be open for Veterans Day. We are thankful and eternally grateful to all the men and women who have served and are currently serving our country, and to the families who support them. We will honor their sacrifice and service with the kids on campus.
Farm Day – Friday, Nov. 20th
Older Pod Field Trip to Underwood Family Farms
Mark your calendars! Rooms 1, 2, & 3 will go on our annual fall field trip to Underwood Family Farm, yay!
We will distribute physical copies of our trip information letter and permission slips through classroom mailboxes. Parent sign-ups for driving and/or chaperoning are available in the classrooms near the sign-in/out logs.
Younger Pod & Toddlers On-site Field Trip
We will continue the Harvest celebration on-site for Rooms 4, 5, and Toddlers with a visit from a few animal pals.
*If you are a Tuesday/Thursday family, please be sure to speak with your classroom teachers and the preschool office regarding how you can join in our farm day fun.
Stone Soup Days – Monday, Nov. 23rd & Tuesday, Nov. 24th
Stone Soup Days are one of the most significant preschool events of the year. Based on the beloved children’s book Stone Soup, each child brings a vegetable/food item to class to contribute to the community/class pot of soup. Your classroom teachers or Room Parents will let you know how you can pitch in and be part of this beautiful annual preschool tradition.
Pumpkin Drop – Wednesday, Nov. 25th
We will be saying goodbye to the fall season by smashing all our squash. Pumpkins will fly high before bursting into pieces, to the hoots, hollers, cheers, and laughter of all the children and staff. Watch out for the bits of pumpkin shrapnel. You can never tell which way it might go. Goodbye to all our autumn fun, and hello to the Christmas season and winter.
Wednesday, November 25th
MINIMUM DAY – NOON DISMISSAL
The day before our Preschool Thanksgiving Break is a Minimum Day. Therefore, the preschool will close promptly at noon.
Thanksgiving Break – Thursday, November 26th – Friday, November 27th
PRESCHOOL CLOSED
The preschool will be closed for Thanksgiving Break in the second half of the 4th week of November. We hope and pray that everyone has a fantastic time off, reflecting on what they are thankful for.
From our preschool family to yours…
We are thankful for many things, including love, laughter, and the joy that children bring.
For the hugs and tears, and the bumps we encounter along the way, we are grateful for each new day.
We thank the Lord for His unending love and for the gifts we receive from above.
We also thank Him for the gift of you and for all the wonderful things you say and do.
May God bless you on this Thanksgiving Day. We are truly grateful that you chose our preschool and came to play.
Blessings,
Pasadena Christian Preschool
Grandparents’ and Special Visitors’ Day – Friday, December 11th
MINIMUM DAY: NOON DISMISSAL
Rooms 1 and 2 kiddos will perform specially prepared songs along with the upper campus in our auditorium, while Rooms 3, 4, & 5 will present at the preschool. Our toddlers will host special guests and Grandparents in the toddler classrooms and yard. Grandparents/Special Visitors will also have a chance to tour the classrooms and, with parent permission, take their students with them at the end of the event.
Happy Birthday, Jesus! – SATURDAY, December 12th, from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Happy Birthday, Jesus is a SATURDAY MORNING EVENT. This annual tradition will take place at the preschool and in the PCS main campus auditorium.
From 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., we will host craft activities in all preschool classrooms and on the patios. Children and families are welcome to visit each room to make/create a Christmas craft to take.
At 10:45 a.m., parents and family members will drop off their preschoolers in their classrooms, then head to the auditorium to find seats for our Happy Birthday, Jesus! performance. Each classroom has been preparing seasonal songs to share with families. Seeing the kiddos perform as we celebrate the season together as a preschool family is such a joy.
We are excited to announce several Preview Days for families interested in exploring our Elementary and Junior High campuses, as well as our preschool program. This is a wonderful opportunity to tour the facilities while considering your child’s future.
On November 3rd, we will host a Preview Day specifically for families in Rooms 1 and 2. During this event, you will have the chance to visit the Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten classrooms, along with the rest of the older campus. More information will be provided soon.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
