We had a wonderful time celebrating our annual Stone Soup Days! Thank you to all our families for providing ingredients, sides, and treats—your generosity made our celebration so special.
We’re excited to share that Room 2 won “Best Soup” in our preschool’s soup contest!
A special thank you to Ari’s dad and Mariah’s mom for volunteering, reading to our class, and helping cook and serve our soup. We are so grateful.
Along with our celebration, the children enjoyed playing together in the big field and yard, adding even more fun to our days.
We had a wonderful time together. Wishing all our families a blessed Thanksgiving!
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18
We’re excited to share that Room 2 has been assigned to display our art projects in the preschool lobby for the month of November! Our young artists have been busy creating some adorable little turkeys, and we can’t wait for you to see their work. Be sure to stop by the lobby and check out their finished turkeys!
This morning, we enjoyed our very first chapel time with Mr. Tim! Our Theme for September is God is Our Father and our Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness. The children learned all about God’s Creation and celebrated through music and movement. We sang a fun song called “Hip Hip Hooray Hippopotamus” and watched an animated video, Stories of the Bible: Creation. Genesis 1:1 is our Bible memory verse: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
We adore the month of love and look forward to all the exciting things happening as we celebrate!
Preschool Chapel – Tuesday, February 11th
Since it is the month of love, we will focus on where love comes from for chapel. 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 each other.
1 John 4:7-12
Valentine’s Day Parties – Thur., Feb. 13th & Fri, Feb 14th
Each classroom will celebrate the holiday with special festivities on Thursday, February 13th, and Friday, February 14th. Please be sure to look for classroom-specific details about what they’ll be doing, including 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 be great gifts.
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 head count for each room.
Avoid the “Boy/Girl” Valentine trap. Allow your child to select the Valentine’s they wish to give instead of worrying about how many boys and girls there are. The kids get so much more out of the reflected diversity of their peers’ interests and the things they want to give.
You are not obligated to give out Valentine’s cards or treats, but you are welcome to participate as you see fit.
Presidents’ Day – Mon., Feb. 17th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED
While we don’t typically study American history or civics deeply as 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 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
Snow Days – Tues., Feb. 18th & Wed., Feb. 19th (AT LONG LAST!)
We are excited to announce an on-site field trip to the snow this winter! Starting Tuesday, February 18th, we are turning the yard into a winter wonderland with snow! Arctic Glacier, an outside company specializing in snow/ice events, will provide the snow. Each classroom will have an opportunity to explore the frosty fun as an extension of their classroom’s yard time.
We recommend bundling up your little ones on those days and sending snow-appropriate clothes, footwear, and extra clothes to change into after the event.
*This event will be postponed if the forecast calls for rain on either of our planned days.
Picture Days – Thurs., Feb. 20th & Fri, Feb. 21st
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 20th, and Friday, February 21st. 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 10th-14th). Please complete it and return it to the preschool office on or before Picture Day.
Please let us know if you have any questions; we are happy to help!!
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 displaying any signs or symptoms of potential 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 if your child experiences any of these conditions, they must stay home from school the following day and may return to school the day after. For example, if they have a fever on Monday, the potential first day back would be Wednesday. The same standard holds true if a child is sent home from school with 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, sick children may be cleared by a doctor to return to school but may present 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.
It is time for us to reset our clocks as we “Fall Back” by one hour. This small change will impact our kiddos, from emotional drop-offs to concerns about how dark it gets while they’re still at school. The classrooms will discuss the time change, and we are prepared to support the children as they adjust.
As it gets darker and colder earlier, we will transition from afternoons spent in the yard and on the patios to afternoons spent inside the classrooms.
End of the Day Classrooms:
Older Pod– Rm 2 for Rm 1 & 2
Younger Pod– Rm 5 for Rm 4 & 5 Friends (Rm 3 will remain in their room.)
Toddlers – Toddler A for all our toddler friends.
Preschool Chapel – Friday, Nov. 8th
This month’s chapel will focus on the story of Noah’s Ark. The children adore this story and its emphasis on family, animals, and listening to God. We can hardly wait to worship and praise God together.
Veterans Day – Monday, Nov. 11th
PRESCHOOL OPEN
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 the families that support them. We will honor their sacrifice and service with the kids on campus.
Farm Days – Friday, Nov. 22nd
Older Pod Field Trip to Underwood Family Farms
Mark your calendars! Rooms 1, 2, & 3 will be going on our traditional fall field trip to Underwood Family Farm this year; yay!
Information, permission slips, and parent sign-ups will be available at the preschool front desk.
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. 25th & Tuesday, Nov. 26th
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 a part of this beautiful preschool annual tradition.
Wednesday, November 27th
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 28th – Friday, November 29th
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’…
May God continue to bless, protect, guide, and grace you all with His presence, mercy, and love now and in the coming year. Amen.
Speech and Language Screenings – TBA
Speech and language pathologists from Jabberdogswill provide screenings for receptive and expressive language, voice, articulation, and fluency at the preschool. Once we have confirmed the screening dates, permission slips will be available at the preschool front desk.
Grandparent’s Day – Friday, December 13th
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, and 5 will present at the preschool. Our toddlers will host Grandparents/Special Visitors in the toddler classrooms and yard. With parent permission, the Grandparents/Special Visitors will also have a chance to check out the classrooms and even take their students with them at the end of our event.
Happy Birthday, Jesus! – SATURDAY, December 14th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Happy Birthday, Jesus is a SATURDAY MORNING EVENT. This annual tradition will occur at the preschool and on the PCS main campus in the auditorium.
From 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., we will host craft activities at the preschool in all of our preschool classrooms. Children and families are welcome to visit each room to make/create a Christmas craft to take.
At 11:00 a.m., all the parents and family members will drop off their preschoolers in their classrooms and then go to the auditorium to grab a seat for our Happy Birthday, Jesus performance. Each classroom prepares seasonal songs to share with our families (our toddlers we parade but not perform). Seeing the kiddos perform as we ring in the season together as a preschool family is such a treat.
We have so much to do and look forward to in October…
Oh my gosh…we need squash!
Over the first weeks of October, we will collect pumpkins, squash, and gourds of all shapes and sizes in the preschool lobby and create our own Preschool Pumpkin Patch!
If you would like to contribute, every $20 donation counts towards 1 hour of MVP.
After we refresh the preschool on Parent Site Work Day, Saturday, October 12th, we will redistribute all our squash across the campus from the Outdoor Classroom to Rooms 1 through 5 and our toddlers, too.
Thanks for donating! We can’t wait to see how big our Pumpkin Patch will become.
Preschool Chapel – Thursday, October 10th
Our second chapel of the year is here! For our first chapel together, we focused on the Creation Story. We are now moving on to Adam and Eve and discussing the power of choices, consequences, and God’s love.
Parent Site Work Day – Saturday, October 12th
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Parent Site Work Day is just around the corner; don’t miss your chance to help our preschool, build community, and earn MVP hours.
There are two ways to participate in this year’s event.
Donate materials/supplies.
(CORRECTION: Every $20 spent is worth 1 hr. of MVP.)
Help at the event. (Psst…volunteering to work at this event is worth double hours. Work 2 and receive 4. )
We will clean classrooms, power wash the patios, add sand and woodchips, and more. Please use the SignUp.com link below to join in all the fun.
We’re using SignUp.com to organize. Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.
Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone.
The Great ShakeOut – Thursday, October 17th
Once again, the preschool will participate in the Great California ShakeOut. This will be a full earthquake drill involving practicing “Bunnies in the Hole,” aka duck & cover, and a muster onto the main campus for an official headcount.
The preschoolers will muster in our parking lot and then walk over to the big field grass, where we will read books, sing songs, and possibly have a snack before returning to the preschool campus to resume our day.
Teacher In-Service Day – Friday, October 18th – STUDENT FREE
It is time for a teacher in-service day. These days are crucial and provide us the much-needed time for training, planning, preparation, and cleaning that can’t be achieved while the children are on campus. We are grateful for these opportunities to grow and improve all we do in service to the children and families.
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Friday, October 25th
Fall Conferences are here! We will sit down to discuss the kiddos, all we’ve done, and plans for the days ahead. Please use the classroom links below to find your classroom information and sign-ups.
Childcare will be provided for all our current preschoolers and siblings. Please see Mr. Tim or Ms. Kohar if you need an older or younger child to participate in the care during your conference.
They’re back! We will again be taking Candid Photos of all the kiddos at the preschool this year. These photos are different from traditional school photos as they are meant to catch the kids in action. Our photographer, Adrea Scheidler, is a PCS mom with many years of experience capturing those adorable preschool smiles. Once photos have been taken, Ms. Adrea will provide families with individual links for viewing and purchasing options.
Apple Pumpkin Days – Wednesday, October 30th – Thursday, October 31st
Our annual tradition of Apple Pumpkin Days is just around the corner. During the last week of October, we will celebrate this year’s harvest season with unique themed books, activities, and treats. Watch for emails from your classroom teachers or Room Parents about how you can help support this fun-filled fall tradition.
Volunteering at the Preschool
Will you be volunteering on campus this year?
If you plan to help out in the classroom or during a special event, we will need a signed Volunteer Confidentiality Agreement on file.
Hard copies are available in the Preschool Office.
Older Pod Field Trip to Underwood Family Farms – Friday, November 22nd
Mark your calendars! Rooms 1, 2, & 3 will be going on our traditional fall field trip to Underwood Family Farm this year, yay! It has been three years since we have enjoyed this fantastic outing, and we can’t wait. More details will be released throughout the month.
Rooms 4, 5, and Toddlers will enjoy Farm Days on-site with special farm animal guests.
Can you believe we are already in the last month of the school year? The time has flown by since our first week together in August. We have had a fantastic year at the preschool and are excited about what will come over our remaining weeks together.
American Sign Language Student Visit – Wed, May 1st
A group of ASL students from Maranatha High School will be coming to read to the older pod. While one student reads a developmentally appropriate book, additional students will sign the words. We look forward to seeing the “big kids,” hearing the stories, and learning a few new hand signs.
Teacher Appreciation Week – Monday, May 6th through Friday, May 10th
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.
*Participation is entirely optional but greatly appreciated.
Community Helpers – Police Department K9 Unit Visit – Fri., May. 10th
We are so excited to have a visit from the police department’s furry division. A K9 Unit will be with us to show how officers and trained dogs work together to help keep us safe. We are thrilled to have a member of the Puppy PD on campus and look forward to seeing the four-footed officer at work.
Open House – Friday, May 10th, 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 Chapel – Friday, May 17th
Our Fruit of the Spirit for the month of May is Goodness. 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.
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
Preschool Family Picnic – Saturday, May 18th
You’re invited to join us for our annual end-of-the-year picnic! Families will enjoy water play, 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 18th, 11 AM to 1 PM
WHERE: PCS Field – Parking: Garfield Lot @ 1492 N. Garfield Ave.
COST: $5.00 (per person), includes a hotdog lunch & all activities.
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 24th & Tuesday, May 28th
We will celebrate the end of the school year with our traditional classroom Pizza Parties. Of course, 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 towards the middle of May.
Memorial Day – Monday, May 27th – PRESCHOOL CLOSED
The preschool will be closed to celebrate and remember all the brave men and women who have and continue to uphold and defend 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 29th & Thursday, May 30th – 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.
On Wednesday and Thursday, we invite all the kids to dress in their brightest, most tropical, and Hawaiian best. 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 29th @ 6PM
This year has been amazing! It is a blessing to watch the children grow up, and we are excited to celebrate those 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 on the main campus in the auditorium from 6 to 7 PM. The Room 1 & 2 kiddos have been rehearsing some adorable songs and can hardly wait to share them.
Keep your eyes peeled for your invitation with all the details.
Preschool Closed – Friday, May 31st through Friday, June 7th
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 10th
Our first session of Fun in the Sun: Rockin’ Rainforest! and Kinder Camp will kick off on Monday, June 10th. Summers at the preschool are chock-full of good times and new adventures, and we can hardly wait to get started.
Summer Camp Registration
Will you join this year’s “Fun in the Sun” summer camp? If so, be sure to turn in your registration forms ASAP. Spaces are filling up fast, and we only have a few left. Summer camp is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE, so don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of the fun at preschool this summer.
Just a friendly reminder of our Preschool Parking Lot Rules/Requests
Please drive carefully, keeping an eye on speed and kiddos in the lot.
Children should be directed to stay on the sidewalk during pick-up and drop-off except when accessing their vehicles. Little people are very hard to spot between cars.
Our lot’s limited spaces make quick drop-offs and pick-ups ideal.
Thanks for helping us keep our little ones safe, healthy, and happy.
Pasadena Christian Preschool 