We will be purchasing snacks to have on hand in case of emergency. Our Safety Aide, Stacy Barker, will be contacting each of you about children’s food allergies and sensitivities, so we can be sure to have safe back up snacks on hand when the school year begins. We will share the allergen and sensitivity…
Read MoreEvery summer we reflect on the previous school year and make changes in some of our policies and procedures. Several changes were made over the past year or two, so all members, whether new or returning, are reminded to read their HPPK handbooks and Classroom Guides when they receive them at Orientation on August 29.…
Read Moreadapted from Family-Friendly Communication for Early Childhood Programs Do you remember your first days at nursery school or kindergarten? You probably were nervous and excited – and a bit lonely and lost when your mom or dad left. Even when returning to a familiar setting after summer vacation, children usually feel a bit intimidated. They…
Read MoreHPPK has a detailed emergency and disaster plan that is reviewed annually. You will find a Disaster Guide in the mirror corner near the French doors. A detailed Classroom Emergency Binder is with the first aid kits in the Emergency First Aid Backpacks. Teacher Penny and Teacher Pamela take these backpacks with us on all…
Read MorePlease review our policies on Abuse Prevention that are included in your HPPK Handbook. These practices that have been used for years at HPPK to protect the children and vulnerable adults at our school were updated in August 2012, clarifying some practices and bringing us into alignment with church policies. Abuse prevention policies and how…
Read MoreWe have developed health and safety procedures based on guidelines from the Center for Disease Control, the DHS Childcare Division, and other recognized sources. In order to prevent the spread of communicable disease, we must emphasize the need for all members, adults and children alike, to follow those policies. Most importantly we need for parents…
Read MoreWhen do I call E Parent? All parent teachers are expected to trade work days with other members of their class when they know they will be unable to parent teach on their scheduled day. They should call the “E” parent only when there is no time to make other arrangements. If you or your…
Read MorePRESCHOOL ARRIVAL PROCEDURE Most young children are not full-fledged readers and writers as yet. They do, however, recognize some signs and symbols (the M of McDonald’s or a stop sign). Many recognize at least a letter or two of their own name and a few may be reading words or even books. Some can already…
Read MoreIf there are things you do not understand or are concerned about, please don’t be afraid to ask. Returning members can often answer questions about routines and procedures. If your concern is about a child (yours or another), please talk to your child’s teacher. If you need to communicate with your child’s teacher at the…
Read MoreGreen Class has an older, more experienced group of children. This year all but one child in Green Class is beginning their second year at HPPK. These children have had experiences planning, negotiating, and problem solving with their peers and adults. Many times their class discussion or explorations will be too deep to be interrupted…
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