Scholastic Books for Mrs. Hepler

Thank you to all the parents who purchased Scholastic Books from Mrs. Hepler's class. Mrs. Hepler has received the above free books from Scholastic because of your purchases. They will be added to Mrs. Hepler's class library to be enjoyed by your child, the rest of the class and other children after them.

Thank you!

Halloween art

This was done by Isabelle in Mrs. Hepler's class. She had brought it home just in time for Halloween.

Although the thought of Halloween conjures up ghosts, witches, etc. I have been reiterating the idea of ghosts (and everything else along those lines) are not real, dress up. In the hope of minimising fear in the girls. They are eagerly waiting for Friday so that they can dress up, walk to our neighbors and get treats. Unfortunately for them and fortunately for me, they will not be eating 99% of the treats that they bring home.

Halloween - October 31st 2008

How time flies. I could have sworn I just dropped my kids off for their first day at school.

On Friday, we are going to have our school's traditional halloween parade @ 11:15am. Come and see your child and the school do a parade (twice) around the school in their ghoulish (more like princess, right?) costume. Its the cutest thing you'll ever see, I promise.

The entire school will also jointly sing Halloween songs for you as the audience. The toddlers will also do a pumpkin roll.

Should you wish to pick your child early from their classroom @ 11:45am. Please do let your directresses know ahead of time, else your child will resume their school day as normal.

Personally, I do pick my kids up from school just because its Halloween night. To rest and relax at home before an evening full of trick and treating... What about you?

Picture Day - Wednesday, October 29th 2008

Yes, it's this Wednesday.

Can you believe it? My calendar just alerted me. And although I keep mentioning it, it too seemed to have escaped me that it's this Wednesday.

Remember, dress neatly and the background is blue...

Display for Children's House

This magnetic stick up for your car was designed by Hope Padalino (Ross and Scott's Mom). We are now able to proudly display that our children attend Children's House of Bucks County.

They will be available for sale on Halloween for $5 or contact the office to get them earlier.

Parent - Teacher Conference

So, I hope the Parent - Teacher Conference went well for everyone.

That you understand more of what your child does in school and handles herself/himself when you are not around.

I am glad that my girls are socially well-adjusted preschoolers and keeping up with the educational aspect of being a preschooler in Children's House. (Note to self, please remember to cancel extra tuition classes) Phew!

Candle Sale on Halloween

Our fundraising team will be selling candles again. There will be a table out on the lawn with candles of various scents for your selection.

Each masor jar sized candle costs $7. Please bring cash or a check payable to CHBC.

Mark you calendar for Friday October 31st. Come see your child and their classmates celebrate Halloween and buy a candle as part of our school's fundraising program.

Some of the scents that may be available are: Brandied Pear, Fresh Linen, Cranberry Orange Spice, Balsam, First Snow, Holiday Wreath, Winter Wonderland, Hot Apple Cider, Cedarwood Vanilla, Mulled Cider, Cinnamon, Pine Needle Mint, Pumpkin Spice, Chocolate Peppermint Stick.

Note: I personally love the Cedarwood Vanilla.

Spanish @ CHBC

This document was prepared by our school's Spanish teacher, Mrs. Marull.
Look around and see what your child has been learning at school.

http://www.normansapproach.com/Spanish/

Mrs. Hepler's class trip

Psst...

Have you heard that Mrs. Hepler's class might be going to the ballet as their field trip sometime in November?

Keep a eye out for those signup sheets.

Slayton Studios - October 29 2008

The background color would be blue this year.

So dress your child up accordingly, there's still time to get that outfit together.

Styers Orchard Field Trip

The children were well behaved and orderly.

The children took a hayride around the farm and learnt about apples and apple picking.

The children picked apples.

The children picked pumpkins.

The children picked gourds.

It was a glorious day to be on a field trip. We could not have asked for anything more.

Thank you Jennifer Miller (Elena's mom) for all the work so that our children could take this wonderful trip.

Parent-Directress Conferences October 23-24

Yes, the Parent-Directress conferences are here...

By now you would have received your allotted time slots. If you have not receive your letter, please contact the office.
Above all, please remember to be punctual.

As this is a information gathering session about your child, here are a few points (as a parent) to comment:

1. How is your child adjusting to Children's House this year?
2. What does your child enjoy mist about school?
3. What are your goals for your child? Socially? Academically?
4. How can we help your child this year?
5. What do you like best about your child?
6. What are your child's interest?
7. Compared to last yaer, in what ways do you find your child different?
8. Questions you have regarding your chidl's classroom activities or general development.

From the directress, they will discuss with you their observations of your child in the classroom and any changes in your child from last year.

Don't forget its this week...

Have you seen these?

This is the Box Tops for Education coupon (www.boxtops4education.com). If you see any one of these on the products that you already puchase. Please cut them out and submit them to the school. The coupons can be dropped off at the office at any time. The sooner the better, of course.

Halloween lists

The lists are up for food items for your child's halloween party at school. Also up is the list for parent volunteer to help dress the kids for their Halloween parade.

Don't forget to sign up!

Mrs. Park, Mrs. Boggi's field trip to Styers

It's on Monday, October 20th 2008 and off to Styer Orchards we go.

Point to remember:
(1) Arrive promptly @ 8:45am in school.
(2) Bus will depart @ 9am from school.

(3) Dress your child comfortably for an outdoor field trip.
(4) Wear your CHBC t-shirt.

Snacks and drinks will be provided to your child.

Mainly, sit back and enjoy a lovely field trip.

WANTED!

FSA
Parent volunteers to help in the following areas:

(1) Library;
(2) Fun Lunch;
(3) Long Range and Maintenance;

Our email id to enquire or submit your name for volunteering is chbcmontessorifsa@yahoo.com

We appreciate all your assistance and time.


PICTURE DAY - October 29 2008
Parent volunteers to help keep the children "combed" and reay to smile for their photos. Please contact the office if you can assist on the day.


SCHOOL BOARD
A parent who would be interested in serving on the Children's House of Bucks County Board of Directors. Please contact the office and drop off your resume to Mrs. Sue Weir.


MRS. BOGGI
Mrs. Boggi's class is looking for old, used tennis balls. Mrs. Boggi will be using them to make sliding the chairs in and out easier for the children.
A little math lesson, 1 chair has 4 legs, I am guessing there are about 25 chairs. Thus we are looking for 100 tennis balls.

Thank you, Jane Haller (Bridget's mom) for being the first to contribute your gently used tennis balls.

We are still looking for more tennis balls. So, hunt around everyone.

A gift to your class library

There is a really nice tradition in Children's House and that is when your child's birthday comes along, you can donate a book to your child's class library in his/her name. There are little book labels that your child can write their names on and date the book.

My donation this year comes about a week late, my excuse being sick kids at home. But thank you, Gretchen Merchiore (Sydney's mom) who brought the topic up during FSA night.

If you flip through the books your child brings home during bag day, most likely you are reading a book donated to the school from a child who studied/studies at Children's House. The generosity of parents before provided for that book, so if the opportunity arise please donate a book or two to your class library or school library so that all our children are able to explore the wonders and knowledge that only reading can bring.

Special Snack Day - Ms. Lauren's Class

This is the list for special snack day for Ms. Lauren's class. Please be responsible for bringing in your chosen snack on your assigned day.

However, please note that there are children who are allergic to
(1) Wheat;
(2) Soy;
(3) Egg;
(4) Peanut (Nuts);
(5) Barley;
(6) Rye;
(7) Turkey; and
(8) Chicken;

There are also vegetarians in the class this year.

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October 14th - Brynn
October 15th - Brynn

October 20th - Jonathan
October 21st - Jonathan

October 28th - Jake
October 29th - Jake

November 4th - Victor
November 5th - Victor

November 12th - Finlay
November 13th - Finlay

November 18th - Mark
November 19th - Mark

December 2nd - Ethan
December 3rd - Ethan

December 9th - Manan
December 10th - Manan

December 16th - Jackson
December 17th - Jackson

January 8th - Hannah
January 9th - Hannan

January 15th - Quinn
January 16th - Quinn

January 22nd - Brynn
January 23rd - Brynn

February 3rd - Jake
February 4th - Jake

February 10th - Victor
February 11th - Victor

February 17th - Finlay
February 18th - Finlay

February 24th - Mark
February 25th - Mark

March 3rd - Ethan
March 4th - Ethan

March 10th - Manan
March 11th - Manan

March 19th - Hannah
March 20th - Hannah

March 24th - Jackson
March 25th - Jackson

April 2nd - Quinn
April 3rd - Quinn

April 15th - Maia

April 16th - Brynn
April 17th - Brynn

April 21st - Jonathan
April 22nd - Jonathan

April 28th - Jake
April 29th - Jake

May 5th - Victor
May 6th - Victor

May 12th - Finlay
May 13th - Finlay

May 19th - Mark
May 20th - Mark

May 26th - Ethan
May 27th - Ethan

June 2nd - Manan
June 3rd - Manan

Pictures from school

Pictures are up for Back to School Night.

http://www.chbcmontessori.com/special_event.cfm?spcevent_id=41

Picture are up for Fall Family Fun Day.

http://www.chbcmontessori.com/special_event.cfm?spcevent_id=42

My blog link...

It is on the school website.

http://www.chbcmontessori.com/links.cfm

Have you seen it?

FSA Night 2008

Thank you parents for taking the time to sit down, to listen and get involved with our FSA.

We are all here because of our kids.

On behalf of the School Board and FSA Chair, Thank you.

Incident: Telephone Number

Between my 3 kids, it is a toss up as to who gets what and when when I am the only adult around. Getting harried to complete task after task.

Isabelle was the first child I picked up from school yesterday. She was proudly holding onto her craft that she had made in school.

Isabelle: Mummy, look I've got telephone numbers. (Yes, there was more than 1 rolled up paper)

Me: Isabelle, I do not think that we will be able to call anyone from school. (I was thinking that they were learning their numbers and simply scribbling their telephone numbers on pieces of paper)

Later that night as I was sorting through their work I saw this. BTW, The children are learning about calling 911 in cases of emergency and using the telephone.

This is what happens when I miss taking the time to stop and listen.

Always be surprised at the new things your child can learn in school.

Reminder from Andre Spring, our FSA Chair

REMINDER

Parent Reception

Tuesday October 14th

7 pm

At Children’s House in the elementary modular

Child care provided

· An opportunity for new and returning parents to meet each other
· An opportunity to have your questions answered
· An opportunity to “find your niche” in the Children’s House Family of Volunteers
· An opportunity to meet Board members and see how the Children’s House “works”
· An opportunity to attend our Family and School Association Meeting (FSA) for the 2008-09 school year
· An opportunity to be a part of the Children’s House Family

Mrs. Park, Mrs. Boggi Styer Orchards Field Trip

The Styer Orchards field trip will be an enjoyable and educational experience for your child.

The trip would introduce your child to:
(1) A Hayride around the farm
(2) An educational harvest talk in the apple field
(3) Pick apples to fill their quart size bag
(4) Pick a small pumpkin from the pumpkin field
(5) A Hayride back to the barn area to pick a gourd

Doesn't that sound fun?
So, remember to fill out those approval forms and submit it to your respective directresses
on Monday. Do not leave the forms in the bag, remember to hand it over. You do not want to miss this fun filled field trip.

FSA Night - October 14th @ 7pm

For all parents who turn up for the FSA night @ CHBC, babysitting services will be provided at the school. Wheeeee!!!!

Its a time to learn more about your school, get introduced to your school board, your FSA chair, volunteer roles and meet other volunteer parents.
All this while your child/children playing with their friends safely in the next room. Isn't that a win-win situation?

So, set up a reminder on your calendar - October 14th @ 7pm @ The Elementary module.
Highlight it, set the alarm for it. Whatever you do, remember to turn up.

Picture Day

Picture Day is when our children get individual, sibling and class pictures taken. Its a fun time for the children and I have to say that the last 2 years that my girls got their picture taken, it was adorable.

Remember to dress your child neatly.

The school is looking for a few parent volunteer to help keep the children "combed" and ready to smile for their photo.

Drop your name off at the office.

(UPDATED) Oops, forgot to add that Picture Day is October 29 2008. Thanks, Andre!

A Leadership Opportunity

An opening has become available for parents to serve on the Children's House of Bucks County Board of Directors.

This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to have a say about the "workings" of Children's House. Be able to work alongside our current elected members of the Board to ensure the stability of CHBC now and into the future. Monthly Board meetings are held and attendance is required.

So, if you are interested

Simply submit a resume of your self and experiences.

Drop it off at the office for Mrs. Sue Weir.

Special Snack Day - Mrs. Hepler's Class

I am putting up the list for Special Snack Day for Mrs. Hepler's class. You will be responsible for bringing in the snack on the appointed day for 18 children. Also, please ensure that the snacks are peanut or peanut oil based free.

Here are a list of items to bring in as a special snack.
MUFFINS
BAGELS - PLAIN
QUICK BREADS
CUT-OUT SANDWICHES
SCONES
OATMEAL COOKIES
IRISH SODA BREAD
PUMPKIN BREAD
BANANA BREAD
POPCORN
CHEESE STICKS (SHAPES)
YOGURT
CREAM CHEESE
DIPS
WHIPPED BUTTER
ROLL UPS (CHEESE AND/OR MEAT)
COTTAGE CHEESE
CUT VEGETABLES
FRUIT KABOBS
STRAWBERRIES
GRAPES
MELON/CANTALOUPE
APPLES
WATERMELON
BANANAS

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Snack Day Schedule

October 15th - Madeline Carfagno
October 22nd - Eva Wojnovich
October 29th - Anthony Mazzola

November 5th - Tre Beffert
November 12th - Samuel Glavas
November 19th - Brody Travagline

December 3rd - Conley Spring
December 10th - Isabelle Vazapphilly
December 17th - Hannah Thomas

January 7th - C.J. Arnold
January 21st - Abigail Gopal
January 28th - Anthony Mazzola

February 4th - Jessica Strugis
February 11th - Francesca Pendus
February 18th - Connor Harkiewicz
February 25th - Kara Kremer

March 4th - Tre Beffert
March 11th - Ellie Gibson
March 18th - Abigail Gopal
March 25th - Samuel Glavas

April 1st - Conley Spring
April 8th - Isabelle Vazapphilly
April 15th - Hannah Thomas
April 22nd - Michael Ruth
April 29th - Connor Harkiewicz

May 6th - Kara Kremer
May 13th - Sofia Lazzaro
May 20th - Eva Wojnovich
May 27th - Madeline Carfagno

Come One Come All...

Tuesday - October 14th @ 7pm at Children's House (Elementary module)

Its the Parent Reception!!!

All parents are encouraged to attend.

(1) This is an opportunity to meet new parents and catch up with returning parents.

(2) Have your questions answered by our FSA Chair (Andre Spring) and our Board Presidents (Harry Spring, Sandy Gibson).

(3) Learn more about the various volunteer opportunities and the "workings" of Children's House of Bucks County.

Its the school your child studies at, come and be a part of the Children's House family.

See you there!

Fundraising by Jennifer Donohue

This year's fundraising coordinator is Jennifer Donohue. Her oldest son, Michael, is in the elementary program with Mrs. Enoch-Rex and daughter, Sophia, is in the preschool program with Mrs. Boggi.

I hope everyone has read her wonderful letter to us all detailing the fundraising programs at Children's House. If not, here it is.

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October 1 2008

To all of our CHBC families,

Welcome to another school year at Children's House. My name is Jennifer Donohue and I am the fundraising coordinator for the 2008-2009 school year. This is my second turn at fundraising coordinator, my fifth year as a parent of 2 students here at CHBC.

Fundraising is an integral part of the FSA budget here at Childen's House. It helps pay for Fall Family Fun Day, the Breakfast with Someone Special in January, classroom supplies, in house specials, etc. I, as well as anyone, know of the financial strain and worries of the ever looming economic crisis we are co-existing in. It is for this reason that we are trying to host passive fundraisers instead of the hard sales we have had in the past. We want to have fundraisers that benefit the school, do not put a strain on our families, and provide all with a positive outcome.

For the 2008-2009 school year we would like all of our families to participate in our:

BOXTOPS for EDUCATION program - a simple and easy way to easy money for the school, just clip BoxTop for Education coupon on over hundreds of products, some you most probably already use, and turn them in to your child's classroom. Each coupon earns the school 10cents. And if you order online, order through the BoxTops website and our school receives a percentage of the sale. Just sign up!!!

SCRIP - This was out very successful pilot program started last school year. Through Great Lakes Scrip, there are hundreds of retailers who will donate a portion of the value of the gift card purchased to the school. You can allocate all of the proceeds to the school of half to the school and half towards your child's tuition. If your child's tuition is paid in full for the year, the money earned can be applied towards tuition for the next year.

BARNES AND NOBLE Night - Mark your calendars and put aside November 24th, its our Barnes and Noble night. A great way to purchase books off of our teacher's "wish lists" for new books in their classrooms, and start your holiday shopping and help earn money for the school. We earn 15% to 20% of Barnes and Noble sales for the day when purchased with our "coupon". New this year is an email voucher you can send to out of town relatives and friends, and they can shop at their local Barnes and Noble, give our "special" code at the register, and it will go towards our profit sales and cash return.

ACME receipts - Save those Acme receipts!!! If we total $5000.00 of purchases at Acme, we will receive money from Albertson corporation.

OUR OWN CANDLE COMPANY - Great smelling candles, reasonably priced. Enough said.

eSCRIP - Different from SCRIP, but so easy. Just register your participating merchant cards, and they will contribute a percentage of purchases to our school. Our group id # 6677203.

I know the amount of information attached to this letter may seem overwhelming, but please take the time to review the materials to see how easy it is to earn our school money without putting our any extra. As the year goes on please continue to check your child's backpack for more information on the above fundraisers, as well as new ones. Our success depends on each of our families participation. If you have any ideas, please fee free to contact me. Thank you for your dedication to your children's education here at Children's House of Bucks County.

Sincerely,
Jennifer Donohue

Librarians and Fun Lunchers wanted

We are still in need of several parent volunteers for the positions of

(1) Librarians

(2) Fun Lunch.

Please contact the school office and drop your name for the above spots.

Its fun, I promise.

Fall Family Fun Day

It was a beautiful day yesterday while we gathered, talked and the children played at school during Fall Family Fun Day.

A big THANK YOU to Pamela Leifer (mother of Karen Leifer in Mrs. Boggi's class) who organized and executed a beautiful social function for us to enjoy.

Also, a big THANK YOU to all the parents who volunteered either their time, talent, food, drink and craft items.

It would not have been possible without everyone involved.

My kids had fun and we met up with new parents as well.

Till our next social.

Churchville Nature Center

This is Children's House first "school promotion" of the 2008-2009 school year.

Come and help "man" our table and talk about our school and why they have to enroll with Children's House. We have the brochures and handouts for potential families. Come and sell your school.

An hour of your time is all that we are asking for, spend more time if you can. We will not force you to leave.

So, don't forget to leave your name with the office for

Where: Churchville Nature Center
When: October 11th 2008
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

Fall Family Fun Day Items

We are still in need of a few items for our Fall Family Fun Day:

(1) 4 containers of Baby Wipe

(2) 3 coolers filled with ice

(3) Containers of Model Magic

Please drop the items off at the school's office before Friday October 3rd. Except the ice of course - That may be brought in on that day itself.

Send those items in to make our Fall Family Fun Day a day to remember.

See you there!