SEPTEMBER 2024
WELCOME BACK TO PRESCHOOL!!
And here we go again! September is here again and we are ready for a brand new school-year! This year is all about having fun, learning new things and best of all, meeting new people!
September is the month
When Summer turns to Fall.
Vacation time is over.
It’s back to school for all.
So even though I’m sad,
How fast the summer ends,
I’m really glad I have the chance
To meet and make new friends!
Meet and Greet during Gradual Entry
Hey there!!
Come on up to the Mary Pellatt Room for some refreshments while you wait on your child’s second or third day! You can meet some of the other parents and maybe you might meet a board member or two!
The Preschool will be hosting many events this year where you and your family will be able to meet the rest of our little community.
The first and most important event will be our Welcome to St. Catherine’s Assembly and AGM on Wed., October 9th at 6:30pm. Mark your calendars NOW!
All families are expected to attend. We will be holding the event in-person and virtually so make sure the office knows if you will be attending in-person or online.
We are looking for BOARD MEMBERS so please think about getting involved. One hour meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of the month and we have maybe 6 or 7 meetings in the school year.
If you would like to be on our Board, please let the office know ASAP.
Year At a Glance
Please make sure you grab a copy of our Year at a Glance which is our Calendar of Events for the year. You will get one in your package of forms on your child’s first day. Take a photo of it so you always have it on hand. Also, you can check on this website for more detailed information regarding school events and closures.
Upcoming School Closures
Monday, September 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Monday, October 14 - Thanksgiving
Monday, November 11 - Remembrance Day
SICKNESS AND ABSENCES
This time of year always seems to be really bad for catching colds, fevers and tummy bugs and it is very important that we all do our part to stop the spread of germs.
If your child is going to be away:
Please call or email the office ASAP and let us know, the earlier, the better:
Is it due to Vacation or Home Day? Let us know ASAP the dates your child will be absent.
Is it due to illness? Then let us know the illness AND the symptoms as Licensing requires us to monitor and record all infectious illnesses at our preschool. We can then let you know when your child can return.
Should My Child Stay Home Today?
In the last 24 hours, if your child has had a fever, sore throat, tummy cramps, diarrhea or loose stool, persistent cough, has vomited or has taken any medicine to alleviate any of those symptoms, they should stay home.
If your child has low energy, is extra tired, is unusually upset or crying uncontrollably, has a persistent cough or is in pain due to an injury, or has an undiagnosed rash they should stay home.
Please let your teachers know when your family is going through stressful events such as moving, renovations, death in the family, divorce, new baby, etc. We do not need to know specifics, but letting us know that your child is going through “stuff” helps the teachers to create the safest space for your little one.
When Can My Child Return?
A child who has had a fever may return when they are 24 hours fever-free AND medicine-free.
A child who has had diarrhea or a loose stool, OR has vomited, can return 24 hours AFTER the last solid BM or they have kept food down for 24 hours.
A child who has had diarrhea or a loose stool, AND has vomited, can return 48 hours AFTER the last solid BM and they have kept food down for more than 24 hours.
PLEASE REMEMBER that you should never send your child to preschool on MEDICATIONS without prior consent from the preschool with the appropriate forms filled out and filed in the office.
Please contact Christina (Tina) or Marion the Office with any questions, comments or concerns.
Office hours: 8am-3:30pm