vpk edition - pineapple cove academy · 2020. 4. 26. · thanksgiving family feasts • wednesday...
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In the Classroom
All of our VPKers are continuing to have so much fun learning and playing in
their classrooms. We can see how much they have grown
and progressed in just a few months. This month your child will begin their
“Helping Hands” unit, where they will learn all about community helpers. In addition, we will take some time out to learn all about early American history
and the first Thanksgiving.
As we move through the year the children will be learning a variety of sight words. Each sight word is an important building block for your child’s literacy skills. It is important that you practice these words and work with your child on a regular
basis so they will strengthen the foundations for early reading. As you see
more pre-decodables coming home we hope that you are taking the time to really encourage your child to read them to you. Watching your child develop early literacy
skills is such a rewarding experience.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher conferences will be held on Monday November 11th. This will be a chance for you to speak to the teachers
about your child’s progress report and VPK assessment, as well as, their development in the class. There will be a sign up sheet post-ed on your child’s classroom door with time slots throughout the day. We encourage all our families to meet with your child’s teach-er, because touching base with our parents is a vital way for eve-ryone to come togeth-er to help your child
be successful and accomplish their VPK
goals.
Upcoming Events
As we move through the Autumn months we will be enjoying lots of great holiday activities and hopefully some cooler temperatures. As Winter approaches we have some fun events
lined up for you and your child to enjoy. We hope everyone will join us for our
annual Winter Wonderland Celebration on Wednesday December 18th. (Due to construction, this event will be held at
our Bayside Lake’s school.) During this spectacular event your child will put on a special performance with their class that is sure to dazzle and amaze. We will also transform PCA into a land of Christmas magic and “you know who” may even
show up...so you better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout,
I’m telling you why!
Issue 3 November 2019 VPK Edition
Important
November Dates
• Friday 11/1 - Progress Reports go home.
• Saturday 11/2 - Don’t forget to turn your clocks back
• Friday 11/8 - Veteran’s Day Celebration @ 10:00 a.m
• Friday 11/8 - Yankee Candle orders due today
• Monday 11/11 - Veteran’s Day (NO VPK) ***Parent/ Teacher Conferences***
• Wednesday 11/13 - PAT Meeting @ 9:30 a.m.
• Thursday 11/21 - Hay Rides & Harvest Day
• Tuesday 11/26 - Thanksgiving Family Feasts
• Wednesday 11/27 NO VPK
• Thursday November 28th and 29th PCA will be CLOSED- HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Thank You Veterans
Thank you for the job well done
Thank you for the battles won,
Thank you for the battles fought
Thank you for the freedom bought.
Thank you for the time you served
Thank you for the freedom earned,
Thank your families for sharing you
I know they miss you, they really do.
I’m sorry for the lives that were lost,
Freedom Isn’t Cheap
It comes at a very high cost.
I love my freedom, my red, white, and blue
Thank you Veterans for all you do!
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4 interesting facts about your child’s brain!
• Childhood is key. The brain
makes the most connections among its cells before your
child turns 10. This is also the
time when he learns language
best. When you use rich
language with your young child, you are improving his
future vocabulary.
• The brain builds itself based
on repetitive sensory
experiences. The language
portion of the brain is
enhanced greatly by interaction
with others because the brain can then connect words with
objects and experiences.
• Movement gets the brain
going. An active body makes
for an active brain, so make
learning a hands-on affair.
• Music boosts learning.
Singing, listening to, and
playing music improves spatial
orientation and mathematical thinking. Plus, rhyming builds
language skills.
Mayflower Munch Mix
This is a great activity that allows you and your child to spend some time together creating a fun snack
while reviewing important learning skills. The skills that you
can work on are: measuring, counting, sorting, tasting and talking about salty and sweet foods. Here are the ingredients:
• Pretzel sticks
• Chex or Life cereal
• M&M’s
• Candy Corn
• Raisins or dried cranberries
Mix ingredients together evenly and serve.
VPK Sight Word List
Below is a list of sight words or high frequency words your child will be working on throughout the school year.. Memorizing these words help with fluency and increase early reading skills. Our sight word for this month is:
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Please review the monthly sight words with your child on a daily basis. The complete list and additional Kindergarten words are provided . Your may
also want to make flash cards to help with home review.
Happy November Birthday to:
Yar Yar A.
Eli P.
Hailey B.
Kayden M.
Lucia R.
Blake H.
Zuhal T.
Allison H.
Katelyn D.
Get Ahead of Sepsis
What is Sepsis? Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It is
life-threatening, and without timely treatment, sepsis can rapidly lead to
tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Sepsis happens when an infection
you already have– in your skin, lungs, urinary tract or somewhere
else– triggers a chain reaction throughout your body.
How can I get ahead of Sepsis?
1. Talk to your doctor about steps you can take to prevent infections.
2. Practice good hygiene.
3. Know the symptoms of sepsis (confusion or disorientation, shortness of
breath, high heart rate, fever or shivering, extreme pain or discomfort,
clammy or sweaty skin).
4. ACT FAST! Get medical care immediately if you suspect sepsis or have
an infection that is not getting better or is getting worse.
Taken from: Parrish Medical Center’s Get Ahead of Sepsis brochure.
Did you know???
The world’s largest birthday cake was created by the city of Las
Vegas to celebrate its 100th birth-day. The 130,000 pound, 52-foot wide cake took 600 volunteers to
make. Yuummmm!!