All children in Blue Class are new to HPPK this year. About a third of these children have had older siblings at HPPK in the past, so we are lucky to have several experienced parent teachers in the group. The group is composed of 3 and 4 year olds which should make a nice mix…
Read MoreEvery day your preschool child may bring a special item from home to show to their friends at the end of the day. Children may bring almost anything they like (although if it is a live animal, please talk to Teacher Penny before you plan to bring it). It is okay to bring the same…
Read MoreOver a third of our families are new to HPPK this year. In each class, returning families may have an adult member who is new to parent teaching. I encourage all returning members to see themselves as mentors, offering help, explanation, and understanding to HPPK’s new participants. If you are new to the classroom, do…
Read MoreIf your child would feel more comfortable during his first days of school, feel free to send a special blanket, bear, etc., with him. Please label the item with your child’s name in case it should get misplaced.
Read MoreWhat should your child call their teacher? Traditionally, teachers at HPPK have been called Teacher with the teacher’s first name. For instance, almost everyone calls us Teacher Penny or Teacher Pamela. Adults may also call us by our first names only, and children may also just say teacher in conversation. If you prefer that your…
Read MoreAll Green class members will attend class together beginning Friday, September 15. The entire Blue class will meet together for the first time on Tuesday, September 19. If your child is reluctant to be left and you would like to stay, please feel welcome to do so for the entire time or perhaps just part…
Read MorePreschool Children’s Orientations allow children and adults to be introduced to our classroom routines and each other in a quieter, less crowded, and therefore, less competitive environment. School can be a very stimulating, exciting, or frightening experience for young children, so we ask that parents stay with their child during the entire first day of…
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