Happy New Year!
Can you believe we are welcoming in 2022? How time surely flies and the planning for our second part of the school year is in full force. We thank you for all the many tokens of appreciation last month. Your generosity and thoughtfulness is surely special, and we appreciate all of our Chesterbrook families. We hope you made great holiday memories with your family!
Although colder days are here to stay, we do try to go outside for some fresh air provided temperatures are above 32 degrees. Please be sure your child has seasonal and appropriate sized clothing. Please label all of your child’s belongings including coats, gloves/mittens, and hats.
Online Parent Communication
In addition to our newsletter the ‘For Parents’ section of our website also includes links to our menu and monthly calendar. We update these items frequently to ensure you’re always in the know. Though we send information through Links 2 Home, our calendar can be printed or even downloaded directly to your device. Our menu can be printed or saved for easy reference as well.
The days of winter are here and that means the possibility of inclement weather. Please be sure to tune in 6ABC (Look for Chesterbrook Academy~Arrandale) or watch your email for weather updates as we do not follow the local school district schedule. If there are changes in our operating schedule, we will send out an email and put a message on our school website.
We wish you and your family a very happy and healthy 2022!
Maryellen, Principal Heather, Assistant Principal Michele, Administrative Assistant
From Our Education Department:
Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. With Your Preschooler
January is a great time to reflect on the important work of Martin Luther King, Jr. Although we explore diversity and inclusion all year, we have many activities planned this month to celebrate his life specifically. We’ll be reading books, making arts and crafts, discussing the importance of acceptance and belonging, and much more.
Continue the fun at home by participating in some of our ideas below.
1. Perform an Act of Service
Honor the work of Martin Luther King Jr. by spreading kindness and compassion. Some ideas include donating winter accessories to your local homeless shelter, baking cookies for a neighbor, or making cards for loved ones needing a smile.
2. Read About His Accomplishments
Books are a great way to learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the theme of equality in a way your child can understand. Age-appropriate titles include, “Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Jean Marzollo, “The Story of Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Johnny Ray Moore, and “I am Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Brand Meltzer. After reading, ask your child to discuss their own hopes and dreams.
3. Host a Birthday Party
Children love and can relate to birthday parties, so host one to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.! Ask your child to help you bake a birthday cake, talk about kindness, sing songs, make decorations, and watch snippets of the “I Have a Dream Speech.”
4. Help Your Child Understand and Respect Differences
Martin Luther King, Jr. believed that everyone, no matter skin color, should be treated equally. Reinforce this message at home by reading some of our favorite stories: “Whoever You Are” by Mem Fox, “The Colors of Us” by Karen Katz, and “All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold.
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January 2022 Newsletter
Happy New Year!
Can you believe we are welcoming in 2022? How time surely flies and the planning for our second part of the school year is in full force. We thank you for all the many tokens of appreciation last month. Your generosity and thoughtfulness is surely special, and we appreciate all of our Chesterbrook families. We hope you made great holiday memories with your family!
Although colder days are here to stay, we do try to go outside for some fresh air provided temperatures are above 32 degrees. Please be sure your child has seasonal and appropriate sized clothing. Please label all of your child’s belongings including coats, gloves/mittens, and hats.
Online Parent Communication
In addition to our newsletter the ‘For Parents’ section of our website also includes links to our menu and monthly calendar. We update these items frequently to ensure you’re always in the know. Though we send information through Links 2 Home, our calendar can be printed or even downloaded directly to your device. Our menu can be printed or saved for easy reference as well.
The days of winter are here and that means the possibility of inclement weather. Please be sure to tune in 6ABC (Look for Chesterbrook Academy~Arrandale) or watch your email for weather updates as we do not follow the local school district schedule. If there are changes in our operating schedule, we will send out an email and put a message on our school website.
We wish you and your family a very happy and healthy 2022!
Maryellen, Principal Heather, Assistant Principal Michele, Administrative Assistant
From Our Education Department:
Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. With Your Preschooler
January is a great time to reflect on the important work of Martin Luther King, Jr. Although we explore diversity and inclusion all year, we have many activities planned this month to celebrate his life specifically. We’ll be reading books, making arts and crafts, discussing the importance of acceptance and belonging, and much more.
Continue the fun at home by participating in some of our ideas below.
1. Perform an Act of Service
Honor the work of Martin Luther King Jr. by spreading kindness and compassion. Some ideas include donating winter accessories to your local homeless shelter, baking cookies for a neighbor, or making cards for loved ones needing a smile.
2. Read About His Accomplishments
Books are a great way to learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the theme of equality in a way your child can understand. Age-appropriate titles include, “Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Jean Marzollo, “The Story of Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Johnny Ray Moore, and “I am Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Brand Meltzer. After reading, ask your child to discuss their own hopes and dreams.
3. Host a Birthday Party
Children love and can relate to birthday parties, so host one to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.! Ask your child to help you bake a birthday cake, talk about kindness, sing songs, make decorations, and watch snippets of the “I Have a Dream Speech.”
4. Help Your Child Understand and Respect Differences
Martin Luther King, Jr. believed that everyone, no matter skin color, should be treated equally. Reinforce this message at home by reading some of our favorite stories: “Whoever You Are” by Mem Fox, “The Colors of Us” by Karen Katz, and “All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold.