March 2015 Newsletter

Dear Infant Room Families,                                                March 2015

Wow, is this the winter that just won’t end. I think we may be living in Narnia, where it is always winter. On a happier note the first day of Spring is officially later this month, so we do have hope.  
  
For our monthly theme of the month we are going somewhere over the rainbow where skies are blue and warm! “Somewhere Over the Rainbow it is Raining Cats and Dogs” is our theme. We will be reading books about animal friends and rainbows. If you have pictures of your family pets you could bring in, that would be great. We will incorporate them into a book for the classroom. Our color of the month is Sky Blue, which we hope to see a lot more of. As you may have noticed we do many of our crafts with hand and foot prints so don’t be alarmed when your little one comes home with a little color between the toes or around the nail beds. We do try to clean up as best we can.

Please be sure to inform us in writing of any feeding and nap changes, medications, health or daily progress concerns. Feel free to call the classroom’s direct line at 847-3512, as needed. I am usually here 7:00-3:00 daily.

We are hoping for bluer skies, warmer temperatures and healthier bodies in the month to come. We continue to thank all of you who keep children home when they are not 100%.  This is not only best for your child but it also goes a long way in keeping everyone in the room healthier.  We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and your personal sacrifice. 

 Thanks to everyone who has given items through our giving tree! Our room is usually in need of unscented wipes and Puff+ style tissues, for those of you who have asked. Thank you for your generosity!

Looking forward to warmer days ahead,

Marti

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September Newsletter 2014

Dear Infant Room Parents,                                                                  Sept.  2014

  Wow, we are beginning September already and as you have seen, we have been busy in the infant room. We have new children starting weekly. Please be sure to introduce yourself to new parents as you see them.  Our annual Open House is Thursday, September 4^th, 6:30-7:30. Please feel free to come and bring grandparents or others, if you would like.

  General information about the room: 1) Infant care is on demand, as required by daycare licensing, this includes eating and sleeping. 2) We will try to follow your home schedule as close as we can in our setting. 3) Each month we will have a theme and a color focus. We have simple activities that we will do during the day as their interest and time permits. Check your child’s daily sheet to see what they have been doing during the day. 4) 2^nd stage Baby foods, Gerber rice & oatmeal cereal, and Joyful Noise menu items are available for your child. Please let us know (preferably in writing) what and when you would like us to feed them.  5) We will be using basic baby sign language with the children as we go about our daily tasks. I have print outs available and they are also found in your packet.

  Our theme for the month is: “Getting into the Swim of Learning” and our color focus is: Light Blue. We'll be talking and reading about boats, fish, turtles and other aquatic creatures. With infant care being on-demand we naturally will not have a group schedule but will be offering growth activities on an individual basis.

  A few important reminders:  Please make sure your child has a change of clothes or two in their cubbies, footwear for walkers and, a jacket or sweater for outside time - you never know about our ever changing Michigan weather.  Leftover Bottles are dumped daily, if left overnight.

*Bottles must be labeled with name & date. Remember to Mark ALL of your child's items with their name or initials, including slippers and coats.

  In an effort to help defray cost, each family is to bring at least one large package of unscented wipes a month for all to share.

  I will try to do monthly newsletters to keep you informed about our room.  We look forward to a wonderful year of gentle early learning. Also, once every month or so I will be sending home a Scholastic book order. This is a great opportunity to get nice books at a great price.

   Please feel free to speak with me if you have any questions or concerns. I am usually here 7:00-3:00 daily.  I appreciate any and all input from you on classroom matters.  Direct room #847-3512.

  

  Thank you again for allowing us to share this special time with your child,

                                                                                                Miss Marti    

August 2014 Newsletter

Hello new infant parents!

It's great to meet you and have the opportunity to be working with your children. Welcome to the infant room and the beginning of lifelong learning! 

Our infant staff (Lead Teacher Miss Marti, Miss Pam, Miss Kaleigh) and other caregivers are looking forward to meeting you and your child! Your child will also be enjoying our various specials (music, kid's chapel and nutrition with our teachers Miss Chantal, Miss Bev, and Miss Kelli B.). Our administrative team downstairs (Director Sally Segers, Financial Director Sue Sturgill, Miss Bev and Miss Chantal) are ready to help you with any questions regarding payment, fundraising and special events, the website or anything else you are wondering about.

In the meantime, don't forget to look over your new infant packet and check out the daily infant activities, located on the wall in the infant room and online. There is also much to explore on our website at www.JoyfulNoiseKids.com. You'll want to pay extra attention to our Center Policies document (available under the “Parent Resources” tab) to read all the details of our health goals and other policies. We strive for a very happy and thriving environment in the classroom and a large part of that equation is our sick policy and cleaning/health practices.

You'll want to think about the basics as you prepare to start class this week: diapers, a pack of unscented wipes to contribute to the classroom, extra sets of clothes/bibs and comfort items (small "lovey" blanket, paci, etc.) for your child, and a few other things that can be found in the infant welcome packet.

Also, make sure you've filled out your parent questionnaire (attached to your new parent packet) so that we may begin to get to know your little one, and review our daily sheet routine, drop off and pickup policies. If you have a question, feel free to call the office (616) 847-3512, or our direct line in the nursery, (616) 847-3512.

Blessings for a wonderful school year and looking forward to meeting you all!