SEPTEMBER 2022
Beginnings: Ebbie M., The Blossom Room, Three-year-old class | Poppies | Mixed Media on Paper
DEAR FAMILIES,
It’s going to be a great year. Stop by anytime to ask questions or just chat. JANE
We have lots of opportunities for families to learn more about the program. We will have age-level coffees in September and October for anyone interested in learning about the developmental domains of their child’s age group. Additionally, we have Nurtured Heart Classes for families beginning soon.
MISSBest,
There is nothing more exciting to an educator than the start of a new school year. It’s like a new beginning – meeting new families, children and educators. This year has been no different and the excitement in these Peachtree halls is evident each day as they are filled with our community.
Professional Development - No School
Three-year-old19 Coffee Chat, 9:00 a.m., Room 4303
Toddler29
Toddler27 and Two-year-old Coffee Chat, 9:00 a.m., Room 4303
Pre-K20 and Five/Six Parents’ Night Out Party, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., Home of Virginia and Andrew Prospective25Cheek
Coffee Chat, 9:00 a.m., Room “Life44303After
Two-year-old22
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
SCHOOL HOLIDAY- No School
10-11
Parents’ Night Out Party, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., Home of Colleen and Philip George 30
Three-year-old13
Nurtured16
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
Parents’ Night Out Party, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., Home of Kendall and Jonathan Clay
Chapel17 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, MWF Pre-K, M-F and MWF Three-year-old Classes
Prospective5 Parent Tour, 9:30 a.m., Lobby of the Family
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
Pumpkin1 Patch, 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m., Peachtree Church
Nurtured22
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
Preschool” with Education Connection, 9:15 a.m., Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Preschool
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
Chapel20 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Five/Six and M-F Pre-K
Parades, 9:20 a.m., Family Commons Parking Lot, Three-year-olds, Pre-K and Five/Six
Pre-K3
Coffee Chat, 9:00 a.m., Room 4303
Chapel19 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, MWF Pre-K, M-F and MWF Three-year-old Classes
Parents’6CommonsCouncil Meeting, 9:15 a.m., Room
OCTOBERSEPTEMBER4303 Calendar
Nurtured13
Parent Tour, 9:30 a.m., Lobby of the Family Halloween27-28Commons
Five/Six12
Nurtured12
Heart Approach parent class, 9:15 a.m., Room 4303
Nurtured23
Chapel18 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Five/Six and M-F Pre-K
Nurtured15
Toddler26 and Two-year-old Coffee Chat, 9:00 a.m., Room 4303
Parents’ Night Out Party, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., Home of Christina and Jordan Wilder
Welcome back, Peachtree families!
Erin Parents’IstanbulluogluCouncilChair 256.412.4541erin.istanbulluoglu@gmail.com2022-2023
Parents’ Night Out parties are coming up in September and October. These are fun evenings with delicious food, cocktails and conversation with other parents in this precious phase of life. Book your babysitter and purchase your tickets on the Preschool’s website. You don’t want to miss it! If you have been here for years and already know an abundance of families, come and welcome the new faces into your fold. If you are new here and don’t know anyone yet, come, this is where you start! I, for one, am looking forward to it!
SIGN UP ONLINE FOR PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT WWW.PEACHTREEPRESBYTERIANPRESCHOOL.ORG
As this year’s Parents’ Council Chair, I hope you will embrace the community here in its fullest. Consider getting involved in the classroom, on committees, or at events offered by the Preschool. Get to know your teachers, read a book in your child’s class, or attend a playdate to meet your child’s friends and their parents. Volunteer at the Pumpkin Patch, bring your children to Afternoon of Stories, and plan to attend Springtime at Peachtree! The Parents’ Council is open to all Preschool families, and we hope you will join us this year in whatever capacity you can. You will find that engaging in this community will enrich your experience here tenfold. Please feel free to reach out to me to learn about any of our opportunities for involvement, big or
From Parents’ Council:
All the best,
Oursmall.grade-level
We are so excited to have you in the Preschool community this year. Whether you are new to Peachtree or a returning family, I hope you have already begun to see what a special place you have chosen for your child. The beginning of the school year is always full of optimism, promise, and an appetite to learn and grow in so many ways. I hope that your child has already begun to form new friendships, establish trust with their teachers, gain confidence and independence in their daily routine, and experience the joy that Peachtree brings each day as they play and learn.
In the journey to evolve as Reggioinspired educators, the Preschool develops strategies to enrich the daily life with children.
Setting intentions is a powerful tool and the first step in designing the preferred story we intend to live with the Preschool's children, families, and colleagues.
T h e i n t e n t i o n i s t o r e s e a r c h h o w t h e l a n g u a g e o f d r a w i n g / m a r k m a k i n g n o u r i s h e s c h i l d r e n ' s e n c o u n t e r s w i t h n a t u r e a n d t o l i f t d r a w i n g / m a r k m a k i n g a n d n a t u r e t o p r o m i n e n c e t o s a f e g u a r d t h e q u a l i t y o f l e a r n i n g i n R e g g i o i n s p i r e d c l a s s r o o m s School-wide Intention 2022-2023 “Let Nature be your teacher.” ~ William Wordsworth
School Wide Intentions
The eleventh annual Springtime at Peachtree gala is set to roll on Friday, March 24, 2023, featuring an exciting casino royale theme. The night is a non-stop party including an open bar and hors d'oeuvres, live and silent auction, dancing and mingling with elite Atlantans and raising funds for the incredible work the inclusion program shares with each and every child at the Preschool.
or Ashlie Garland at ashliemgarland@gmail.com for more information.
BOND together for a night of high style and high rolling as we raise money and awareness for Peachtree's Inclusion Program
The Inclusion Program at Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool is unique; children with special rights learn side-by-side with typical peers. A trained inclusion teacher facilitates the curriculum, interaction, and play. Children with special rights accomplish more than their families ever dreamed possible by learning alongside typical peers. The Inclusion Program also has a tremendous impact on the typical children as they learn about differences, collaboration, and acceptance at a very young age, building a foundation of Researchempathy.
has shown inclusive education to have life-long positive implications for everyone Learninvolved.moreat SpringtimeatPeachtree.org. at victoriagilchrist@gmail.com
This life-changing program is fully funded and supported by the Preschool families and generous local businesses who believe all children have a right to reach their highest potential. Our goal is to emphasize the value of differences rather than the stigma associated with disability. We need your support to fund tuition costs, continue teacher education, provide equipment, supplies and much more!
About the program
Join us for Springtime at Peachtree. To learn more about contact Vikki Anderson
Your impact
Inserimento is a very tender time for children, families, and teachers. We believe it is essential for teachers to listen to children. We try to carefully listen and observe what the children communicate in gestures, facial expressions, movements, and other signs that may show interest, discovery, or well-being. (Bam bini, p.53) Together, we must share and understand moments of uncertainty or difficulty to build a sense of security and belonging. This transition time is not a particular beginning and end; instead, there are moments when we try something, adjust the situation, and try again in this period. Each child enters the situation in a unique manner that must be honored. Observing and listening to the children reveals budding friendships, examples of bravery and control, and moments of joy and delight.
Inserimento - A Time of New Beginnings
The Woodland Room, Pre-K
"My hair is really long right here on my head... see!1' Meanwhile, at the Atelier table, Aer s was observing and listening to Caroline and Ashton and dec ded to draw her own person!
During the first three days of school, educators observe children using mark making to connect with friends. After reflection on a series of pictures from the first three days, the educators noticed a common thread: happy faces, se lf portraits an d the excitement around these drawings.
Mark Making
Caro ine drew a p cture of herse f and sm ed and aughed alter each body part that she drew. Ashton not ced her excitement and jo ned her at the easel. ere I am. That's me." -Ashton • •
"l'11t 11talci"g a s11tiley face. He "eeds so11te color for his though.#eyes,-Russell
Classroom Work -
Studio Wishlist Request for Natural Materials The Studio is building a wall of natural materials for children to use in their research. Here are some ideas of things we are collecting Feel free to add anything that you believe relates to nature. Books are also welcome. What can youand your fchild ind outside? Flora plants bark roots seeds moss dried flowers Fauna insects snake skin turtle shell feathers nests hides furs Earth dirt sand rocks clay crystals Water mirrors small aquarium collection bottles images of water Light telescope flashlight small lamps images of sun and stars Please send in your nature donations in a bag marked "studio."
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