“Miss Monica’s Happy Thoughts” The Garden Valley Preschool and Daycare

Its November and were enjoying the Fall into winter. We have been talking about the native Americans and Pilgrims, as well as starting to talk about warm and cold climates such as Australia, South America, Alaska and others. On November 25th we are doing a friendship stew where each kid brings in a different ingredient and we mix the stew all together. With the Holidays right around the corner we would like to remind everyone what days we are closed. We are closed on the 26th and 27th (Thanksgiving and the day after). The preschool closes on Christmas Eve at 1:00pm, and is closed Christmas Day and last but not least New Years Day.

On Thursday September 24th the Garden Valley Fire Dept. came to visit the school. They showed us their uniforms,Truck and all the kids had a chance to spray the fire hose. They asked us if we have had a fire drill,and if we knew how to stop, drop and roll. it sure was a fun morning. Thank you again Garden Valley Fire Dept.

We have been learning about the different people in our community. Today we learned about Police officers. We made our own hats and badges so we could protect and serve too.

Abby M., Dylan, Gavin, Colton, harper, & Alex her to protect and serve you

We had so much fun our first week of school. With new kids starting and begining our new curriculum its been pretty exciting. We  have been learning All about me and have traced our bodies and learned whats inside them. Each kid  planted a row of carrots in our new patch on our patio. Also we learned how plants absorb water from there roots with a celery science experiment. We have been exercising as well with obstical courses and counting our jumping jacks and toe touches. We sure are getting things done and having lots of fun.There are still a few spots available so sign up now while there is still room. Stop on by and check us out!

Welcome back to school! The summer has been fun but we’re ready to get the school year on track.We are starting our new school year August 31st. The preschool program runs Monday through Friday 8:30-12:30. This next month we are learning; All about me, Family, and Community. We are having some Firemen come to the school on September 24th at 10am.  Also Grandparents Day is September 13th so we will make cards the week prior. Our Summer Garden Did really well this year. There are 4 large orange pumpkins growing out in the playground. Now were getting ready to begin our winter garden. There are so many fun and exciting things happening this year so come join us.

There are still a few spots available but space is filling up fast. Were open Monday through Friday 6:30am-6:30pm come in and check out the facility and meet Miss Monica and Miss Sheala.

The month of May has been a fun one. We made mothers day pot holders, had crazy hair day and of course started playing in the water in the afternoons.

We have been learning about the circus this month which is perfect because all the projects we have been making will be used as decorations at our Graduation/Carnival Fundraiser. This Friday we are also having our camp out at the school for the 6 of our kids that are moving on to kindergarten.
We still have spaces available for kids but certain days are filling up.Or summer program is much more relaxed then during the school year.Drop ins are also welcomed

Playing go fish

Miss Sheala and the girls

Lately at The Garden Valley Preschool…..

The end of March and Beginning of April have been fun.We had some nice weather for a little while so we were able to go outside and play. This month were are learning about Plants, Flowers and insects. We’ve started our learning garden.We have planted; Peas,Carrots,Beans,Radishes,Garlic,Onions and Lettuce. This past Tuesday we had Sierra Wildlife Rescue come and visit the school.They brought in two different kinds of falcons and told us a little about each one, as well as what to do if we found an injured animal.

Today we had our first Spring Picture Day as well as Easter fun and games.We died and hunted for eggs,made bunny ears and went on a scavenger hunt.This Tuesday we look forward to a McDonald’s representative coming to speak as well as bring everyone a happy meal. On top of all that we will celebrate Earth day with something fun!