Dear Panda One Families,
Happy Harvest! Fall is upon us, and we’ve had the change in weather to prove it. After being classroom-bound on several occasions due to thunder, rain, lightning and hail in September, we are hopeful that the inclement weather will subside and we can get back to enjoying some time outdoors.
Friendly Reminders
Sunset Academy will be closing early, at 4:00 PM, on Friday, October 11th for staff training. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up from school early that day, as our staff will not be available after 4:00 PM. Thank you in advance!
For those of you who placed orders for (or otherwise participated in) the fundraiser, we would like to remind you that the order form is due no later than Friday, October 11th. Thank you for your participation, it is greatly appreciated!
FYIs
Miss Emily will be out of the classroom beginning Wednesday, October 2nd through November 22nd as she travels to China to visit her family. A new teacher, Miss Jazi, will be joining our team in Miss Emily’s absence. Please join us in welcoming Miss Jazi to Sunset Academy.
Wellness
It’s that time of the year again – cold and flu season. It is our policy that any child who is exhibiting signs of severe illness (i.e. fever, vomiting, and diarrhea) be excluded from our program until they have been symptom and medication free for at least 24 hours following symptom onset. In the event that your child begins to show signs of severe illness while at school, we will notify you immediately and kindly ask that you please make arrangements for them to be picked up. A list of symptoms and illnesses that could potentially qualify your child for exclusion from school will be posted on the parent board for your convenience. You can help us stop the spread of germs in the classroom by washing your hands as well as your child’s hands upon entry into the classroom, and encouraging your child to cover their mouth and nose when they cough or sneeze. Thank you for helping us to stop the spread of illness in our classroom.
Children’s Cubbies
With the cold-weather season upon us, we are asking that all families please take inventory of their child’s cubby and exchange any warm weather apparel – including any Splash Day gear (swimsuits, water shoes, towels, sunhats, etc.) – for cool weather clothing. As a friendly reminder, your child will need the following on a daily basis:
- closed-toe shoes
- a warm coat or jacket
- one full change of clothing, including socks
Please note: We do our very best to keep the children clean and dry throughout the day, but there is a learning curve for children throughout the process of practicing self-care and autonomy, and accidents are bound to happen.
October Curriculum
Week 1: Five Senses – The children will be introduced to our five senses (sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch) and what each one does.
Week 2: Fire Safety – We will have a visit from the Longmont Fire Department, and the children will get to see a real fire truck!
Week 3: Dental Health and Hand-washing – The lesson will focus on teeth and how to properly care for them, and we will continue practicing proper hand-washing skills.
Week 4: Spiders and Bats –
STEM Theme
Building Structures
Upcoming Events
Holiday Photos – Lifetouch Photography will be at Sunset Academy on Tuesday, October 29th and Wednesday October 30st to take holiday photos of your little one(s). Proofs and order forms will be distributed via the children’s cubbies. If you have multiple children, and you would like a photograph of them together, please notify Miss Becka. Ordered prints will also be distributed via the children’s cubbies just in time for the holidays.
Costume Party – We will be having a costume party on Thursday, October 31st at 3:30PM. The children are encouraged to wear their costumes to school that day. A sign-up sheet will be posted on the whiteboard in the hallway just outside of the Panda Room door for those of you who would like to contribute.
Trunk-or-Treat – Sunset Academy will be hosting its first Trunk-or-Treat event on Thursday, October 31st at 4:00PM. We are asking one family from the Panda One Classroom to volunteer to decorate the trunk of their car for the event. All families are encouraged to provide a package of treats, toys, and/or healthy snacks to stock the trunk with. We look forward to seeing you all there!!!
Important Dates
10/11: Fundraiser Order Form Due / Visit from the Longmont Fire Department
10/29th and 30th: Holiday Photos by Lifetouch Photography
10/31: Costume Party at 3:30PM and Trunk-or-Treat at 4:00PM
Mondays: Amazing Athletes*
Wednesdays: Little Belly Breaths Yoga with Miss Pam*
Thursdays: Soccer Shots*
Fridays: Musicare with Miss Amy*
*By registration only
As always, we value your feedback. Should you ever have any questions, comments, suggestions, or concerns, please do not hesitate to speak with one of us. Thank you for your continued input and support!
Until next month, take care.
Sincerely,
Miss Becka, Miss Elena, and Miss Emily
The Panda One Teachers