Monday, October 31, 2011

This and That...and Butter Braids!

Thank you so much for all the fun class Halloween parties!  The kiddos really enjoyed the games, treats and lunches.  We know you all put a lot of time and effort in the planning!!

Pictures are due back on November 1 and November 2 this week...or you can order online!  Please contact us in the office if you have any questions.

Our first parents day out is this Friday, November 4!  It is held here at the preschool and supervised by members of the preschool staff.  Leave your kiddos in a fun and safe environment and enjoy a fun evening!  More information is available in the preschool office.

Butter Braid deliveries will be on Tuesday and Wednesday this week.  We will have them ready to go at pick-up time for the morning classes, drop-off time for the pm classes and pick-up time for the all day classes.  Thank you so much for your support of our school - looks like we made our fundraising goal!

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Pictures!

Picture proofs are NOT due back on October 20, they are due on November 1 and 2.  There was a mix-up regarding our fall break.  Thank you for your understanding!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Snow Policy Feedback

Hello Families of CLCP!  We have gotten both positive and negative feedback on the adjustments made to our Snow Policy and want you to know we based the changes on past years experiences and comments from families.  The primary reason for the policy is the safety of everyone; on the streets, in the parking lot and on the sidewalk and walkways.  We encourage you to please stop in, call or email us with your suggestions and comments anytime and know we are open to modifications that may better meet the needs of you, our families.  Also, in November, we will be sending out a survey to the families of CLCP and encourage you to share your comments, concerns and suggestions so we can continue to make positive changes moving forward.  Thank you!

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

*NEW SNOW CLOSURE POLICY*

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN ADDENDUM TO OUR PARENT HANDBOOK
Approved 10/11/2011 Preschool Advisory Team

SNOW CLOSURE POLICY
The Preschool will be closed on very snowy days.  To determine if the preschool is closed, check TV stations 2 or 7, and look for “Christ Lutheran Church Preschool –Highlands Ranch”. Some teachers may use email for notification as well.  You can also check our blog at: clcpreschool.blogspot.com, twitter at: clpreschool and on facebook.  If ALL Douglas county schools are closed, WE ARE CLOSED.  If a blizzard should occur during school hours and Douglas County schools are closing early, we will notify you about picking your child up immediately.  There are no discounts for these days.
IF Douglas County is on delayed start then we will CANCEL ALL MORNING classes.  All full day classes will begin at 12:30 p.m. and afternoon times as usual.  This is a new policy effective the 2011-2012 school year for the safety of our families and teachers.  If any class misses 3 days due to the weather, we will make up one class day in May and modify our ending dates accordingly.  This follows the guidelines of the Douglas County schools for snow make up days.

Here's What's Coming Up!

BUTTERBRAIDS!!
Our fundraiser starts today (and tomorrow)!  Look for the information on your child's clip or in their tote.  These are an awesome treat and perfect for a Thanksgiving or Christmas morning breakfast!  AND we get $5 for each one sold....which we are hoping to use for new tricycles and a laminator.  Orders are due on Tuesday, October 25 and Wednesday, Octorber 26.  Thank you for your support!

PARENT'S NIGHT OUT
Our first one will be held on Friday, November 4 from 6:00-9:30.  All children ages 3 months and up may attend.  Look for the purple flyer for more information and to sign up - space is limited!

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Almost that time of year....

With snow in the forecast for the mountains, it's about that time to remind you of our policy for school closures!!  

FIRST - we do NOT have late starts as of now.  Even if Douglas County starts late, we start at our regular time.  We are working on updating this policy to better serve our families and staff and will notify you when any changes are made.

Our CLOSURE policy is, if Douglas County Schools are closed, we are closed.  School closure information can be found in multiple places including this blog, Facebook, Twitter and on Channel 9 - just look for Christ Lutheran Church Preschool, Highlands Ranch.  We are unable to change our phone message remotely, so that will not be updated with closure information.  However, if you do call and there is no answer, it is probably a good indication that there is no school :-).

Let's hope winter holds off a while longer, but now you know the plan!

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Christ Lutheran Church Octoberfest!!

CLC is holding their annual Octoberfest celebration on Saturday, October 8!  As a part of the celebration they hold a raffle for some awesome themed baskets - including a 3 night trip to Steamboat, Preschool Craft Fun, and many more - feel free to stop in and check them out upstairs in the Narthex.  Tickets are available for purchase in the upstairs office from Debby Kinsella and are 12 for $10.  The drawing will be held at Octoberfest on October 8, but you need not be present to win - just be sure to write your phone number on the ticket along with your name and winners that are not present will be called the following week.  If you have any questions, please contact Debby in the church office at 303-791-0803.