FEBRUARY 2022 Get your Springtime at Peachtree Tickets Friday, March 25, 7:00-11:00 www.springtimeatpeachtree.orgp.m.
Art by: The Toddler and Two-year-old Classes | “Mark Making in the Piazza” | Mixed Media on Paper
DEAR FAMILIES, This year has been such a delight to have our families back in the building and our events back on the calendar. Every day, at about 8:45 we open the doors to our most honored guests –the children. Prior to that teachers have been in classrooms preparing for the day with morning provocations, setting up the areas for children to work in and gathering materials. When the children arrive, there is such joy as they go to their rooms. The robust experiences provided are based on the dimensions of learning, often exceeding what is expected of children this age. We rejoice each and every day that we open the glass doors! Planning for the 2022-2023 school year has already begun, and we appreciate all of our families that registered again to be with us in this happy environment. Enjoy this special time with your family. We hope to see you at our upcoming events Afternoon of Stories and Springtime at Peachtree. We eagerly await this time with your children and with you! MISS JANE
Dad’s21 Day for Toddlers and Twos classes, 8:45 a.m. Dad’s22 Day for Toddlers and Twos classes, 8:45 a.m.
New27 Family Orientation, Kellett Chapel, 9:00 a.m. 30 Peachtree Family Festival, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Peachtree Presby terian Church, rain or shine
Springtime28 at Peachtree Pop-up shop, Welcome Center 25 Springtime at Peachtree, The Foundry at Puritan Mill, 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Parent Atelier and Exhibit
Thank you to the parents who participated in the Parent Atelier and Exhibit. Parents were able to experience the “Mosaic of Marks, Words, Materials” exhibit that is being housed at Peachtree. This exhibit is a collection of works by young girls and boys who attend the preschools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. The participants were then able to do a handson atelier in the Studio. If you are interested in learning more about the exhibit, contact Patty Randall - prandall@ peachtreepresbyterianpreschool.org.
Springtime1 at Peachtree Pop-up shop, Welcome Center 1Chapel Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Three-year-old and MWF Pre-K classes
SPRING BREAK, NO SCHOOL Chapel11 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Five/Six and M-F Pre-K classes Chapel12 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Three-year-old and MWF Pre-K classes
Prospective23 Parent Tour, 9:30 a.m., Lobby of the Family Commons
Vision4 Screening for Pre-K andMARCHFEBRUARYFive/Six Calendar Community24 Atelier and Exhibit, Studio, 9:15 - 11:00 a.m.
WINTER BREAK, NO SCHOOL
Dad’s25 Day, Pre-K and Five/Six classes, 8:45 a.m.
Dad’s30 Day for Three-year-old classes, 8:45 a.m. 4-APRIL8
Afternoon27 of Stories, 4:00 p.m., Welcome Center Chapel28 Service, 9:20 a.m., Sanctuary, Five/Six and M-F Pre-K classes 7- 11
From Parents’ Council: Dear FebruaryFamilies,isthe month to spread love and I certainly feel the love throughout the Preschool community. This year’s food drive was one of our most successful ever. Thank you for your generosity. Speaking of generosity and love, the number of families participating as sponsors to support Springtime at Peachtree is unbelievable! Thank you to all of the family and corporate sponsors who will make this year’s Yacht Rock themed fundraising gala one to remember. If you haven’t already, book your sitter and purchase your tickets. The fundraiser supports the inclusion program and is definitely my favorite night of the school Anotheryear.of our most anticipated family events, Afternoon of Stories, will be held on February 27 at 4pm. Every year my children look forward to watching the teachers bring stories to life. You won’t want to miss Interestedit! in getting more involved with Parents Council? We are starting to plan for next year’s board and would love to hear from you. Please email ekaineg@gmail.com to learn more. As always, feel free to reach out to me with questions or ideas anytime. Sending you and your little Valentines lots of love.
Peachtree Family Festival is a parent run event, and we cannot do it without you! Mark your calendars for the Peachtree Family Festival! This wonderful event features bounce houses, activities and games, character appearances, face painting, and more! Your children won’t want to miss it and neither will you. This event is completely staffed by Peachtree families so stay tuned for information forthcoming on how you can help! For more information about the Artist Market please reach out to Inga Hoffmeister (inga.tharandt@ Ifgmail.com)youareinterested in helping, please reach out to Kristin gmail.com).EmilyHays(kristin.b.heath@gmail.com),HeathKate(khays213@gmail.com)orCook(emilyghammond@
April 30, 2022 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
With Emilygratitude,Kaineg
2022-2023 Registration Registration for the 2022-2023 school year continues on a space available basis. Applications and the accompanying registration fee of $125 per child may be submitted on-line at www.peachtreepresbyterianpreschool.org/ admissions. Tours meet in the Lobby of the Family Commons at 9:30 a.m. Please invite all interested friends and family to attend the tour. Reservations are not required, contact Mary Hunter Maxwell for more information preschool.org).peachtreepresbyterian(admissions@ Upcoming Dates: Wednesday, March 23 ParentProspectiveTours The Sky Room planting seeds in the garden in preparation for Spring. “We may think we are nurturing our garden, but of course, it’s our garden that is really nurturing us.” - Jenny Uglow
June 13-17, 2022 June 20-24, 2022 9:15 am - 1:15 pm
Children enrolled in Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool for the 2021-2022 school year must be two-years-old by August 31, 2022 to attend Camp Peaches 2022.
Children who do not attend Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool must be four-years-old by August 31, 2022.
Amen -Author Unknown Camp Peaches 2022
The oldest campers are rising third-graders. Children may attend one or both weeks, and the fee of $225 for one week or $425 for both weeks is due at the time of registration. Camper Registration begins on February 1, 2022.
FEBRUARY BLESSING: A Child’s Prayer for Morning Now, before I run to play, Let me not forget to pray. To God who kept me through the night And waked me with the morning light. Help me, Lord, to love Thee more Then I ever loved before, In my work and in my play Be Thou with me through the day.
Come join the fun at Camp Peaches! Skilled teachers and enthusiastic youth assistants provide an exciting, safe environment for campers to develop their active imaginations through handson adventures. Unique classes introduce campers to the stimulating world of discovery.
Making our Mark in the Orange Room, Two-year-old clas
Since the beginning, mankind has had a strong desire to make its mark, to leave a trace that says, “ I am here” or as a way to communicate with others. In our lives, drawing and marks provide communication. From lines on the roads, and lines and shapes on weather maps, to emoji’s we send in text, we communicate using “mark making.”Thechildren in the Orange Room have that same capacity to communicate. The teachers in the classroom are curious about the ways children approach markmaking, how the materials influence the stories children have and how the stories children have influence the materials they choose. Through their mark-making, the children give us a glimpse into their thinking.
I T ’ S T I M E T O GetTYour ickets! J O I N U S F O R A N I G H T O F G R O O V Y T I M E S A N D S M O O T H T U N E S F R O M Y A C H T R O C K S C H O O N E R A S S P R I N G T I M E A T P E A C H T R E E S E T S S A I L T O R A I S E M O N E Y A N D A W A R E N E S S F O R P E A C H T R E E ' S I N C L U S I O N P R O G R A M ! Get Your Tickets at www.SpringtimeAtPeachtree.org
In this picture book biography, award-winning author and illustrator Kadir Nelson tells the story of Mandela, a global icon, in poignant free verse and glorious illustrations. It is the story of a young boy’s determination to change South Africa, and of the struggles of a man who eventually became the pres ident of his country by believing in equality for all people, no matter the color of their skin. Readers will be inspired by Mandela’s triumph and his lifelong quest to create a more just world. This Coretta Scott King Honor Book sup ports the Common Core State Standards. Nelson Mandela by Kadir Nelson
We March was one of Kirkus Reviews’ Best Children’s Books of 2012, and is an important story about the African American civil rights movement.
This beautifully illustrated board book edition of instant bestseller Little Lead ers: Bold Women in Black History showcases women who changed the world and is the perfect goodnight book to inspire big dreams.
Featuring 18 trailblazing black women in American history, Dream Big, Little One is the irresistible board book adaptation of Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History. Among these women, you’ll find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things – bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come. Whether they were putting pen to paper, soaring through the air or speaking up for the rights of others, the women profiled in these pages were all taking a stand against a world that didn’t always accept them.
Dream Big, Little One by: Vashti Harrison
On August 28, 1963, a remarkable event took place--more than 250,000 peo ple gathered in our nation’s capital to participate in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The march began at the Washington Monument and ended with a rally at the Lincoln Memorial, where Martin Luther King Jr. deliv ered his historic “I Have a Dream” speech, advocating racial harmony. Many words have been written about that day, but few so delicate and powerful as those presented here by award-winning author and illustrator Shane W. Evans. When combined with his simple yet compelling illustrations, the thrill of the day is brought to life for even the youngest reader to experience.
We March by: Shane W. Evans
Black History Month Book Spotlight:
Celebrate Black History with kids of all ages by reading these stories of African-Americans overcoming adversity and making their multicultural mark on the world. With books about everything from jazz and Jackie Robinson to slavery and segregation, there are many rich biographies and themes to explore with children during Black History Month (February) or any time of year. Follow @hereweeread for more great book suggestions.
An Af Stories E D I S T O W I N T E R W E A R Y o u c a n s a o n a l l o u r m Sunday, February 27, 2022 4:00-5:30 pm Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool 3434 Roswell Road Atlanta, Ga 30305 an afternoon of family fun filled with beloved stories told in the oral tradition by teachers and parents free & open to the community For more information www.peachtreepresbyterianpreschool.orgvisit: You are invited to
