Jan 12-16

Dear Sunshine Families, Last Week: The kids had a great week back! everyone was so excited to see one another and spent a lot of time playing in the classroom. We were able to go outside a couple days last week; we go out of it isn't raining so please remember to send kids in warm layers. We will help get hats, gloves and coats on before we go out. This week: We will continue with our winter theme and this week focus on winter animals; owls, polar bears and penguins. The kids will make a cute penguin craft and then write a story about their penguin. They will also make owls to put in the tree on our classroom bulletin board. They will also1 We have begin putting name cards out at snack; the kids come in after washing hands and look for their name card at the seat. This is another opportunity or kids to recognize their name, Sick Kids: Flu season is upon us! We ask that is your child has a fever or thick green mucus that you keep them home and please call us to let us know. It would be great if everyone could wash hands with soap and water before class starts to help prevent the spread of germs. We have been diligent about keeping the classroom and toys sanitized. Just these small preventative measures can go a long way on keeping everyone healthy. 2015-2016 Registration: Open house/classroom exploration days are coming up at the end of the month. This is an opportunity to check out the classroom for next year; the options are Busy Bee, Butterfly and Dragonfly. Registration begins Feb 4th for in house families and Feb 6th for new families. Late Pickup: Class ends at 12:00, we try to promptly open the door at 12:00 and release the kids one by one. If kids are left waiting they can become anxious, if you are running late a quick call to the office is appreciated. Please remember that we do charge $1 a minute or late pickups starting at 12:10, but we do understand that things happen so please call the office i you are going to be late. Fundraisers: Fred meyer gives back to schools; all you have to do is register your rewards card and give back to Little Acorn. https://www.fredmeyer.com/topic/community-rewards-4 Little Acorn is now a member of Shoparoo. It is a great way to fundraise for the school. Parents just need to download the Shoparoo App. Snap pictures of your receipts from any store, big or small, that sells grocery items to earn Roo Points (cash donations) for your school. Whether you’re shopping at a supercenter, dollar store, or local convenience store - it doesn’t matter where you shop or what items you buy - Shoparoo will make a cash donation for every receipt! Submit up to 20 grocery receipts within a rolling 7 day period. Parents can scan receipts from restaurants, department stores, hardware stores, craft stores, electronics, sports stores, office supply, bookstores and café’s. Shoparoo will not ask for personal information and all information is anonymous. Check out Shoparoo.com Word Wall: This week our letter is L, Kids can bring in any item that begins with the letter L! Teacher Tasha and Vanessa Dates to remember Jan 19- No School MLK Day Jan 26, 27 & 29- Classroom exploration Feb 4th In house registration Feb 6th Open registration Feb 12 Laps for LAPSK Feb 27 Family Fun Night