Surprising Young Teachers Every Friday is surprise Friday for the Dragontails and Starlights. The activities can be anything from an adventure to the laundromat, to group games, to a new glitter craft. On a recent Surprise Friday, the Starlights planned a special activity for the Dragontails. The...
The Plant Sale is PIC’s most volunteer-intensive event. It’s also a lot of fun! On Saturday, March 15, you can earn PPP and help make the KidPot sales a success! In preparation for pot painting, all of the pots need primer applied. We also have several other center-wide projects to tackle! We will...
After such a brutal winter, it seems that we need spring now more than ever! Join us on Thursday, March 13 for a Garden Party in the Spruce Building's Small Gym from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Come to preview of our selection of annuals, perennials, fruits, veggies, and hanging baskets. This year’s sale will...
The PIC Plant Sale has become a West Philadelphia tradition! Here are the basics every PIC family needs to know about the event before we officially launch next week. More detailed information will be provided with the help of PIC's Room Parents, so keep an eye on your email! Of course, if you have...
Exploring the Great Outdoors Outdoor play is an excellent form of exercise that promotes health and nourishes physical development. It offers a completely diverse environment for children to learn and explore. Playing outdoors allows children to develop muscle strength, coordination, and also self...
Facing the Fussy Eater Toddlers can display some pretty irregular eating habits. One day they like certain foods you serve, the next day they don’t. Toddlers may not eat a certain kind of food at home, however eat the very same food in school. Many toddlers would rather drink their meals throughout...
We had a lively Wine and Cheese with the Board of Directors last Thursday! Members of the PIC Community came together to mix and mingle while enjoying some refreshments. Representatives from the Board Committees were on hand to talk about their current projects and what lies ahead. We were thrilled...
The Pre-K for PA issue campaign is working to ensure that all Pennsylvania children are ready to succeed with the vision that every 3- and 4-year-old in the commonwealth has access to high-quality pre-kindergarten. The campaign will be holding county meetings for interested parties to learn more...
2014 Summer Camp brochures and enrollment forms have been placed in all eligible family mailboxes and posted on the website. We give preference to currently enrolled families through the end of March, but space does fill up quickly so do enroll promptly. Contact Family Life Coordinator Lynne Piersol...
Last month, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey joined with its statewide coalition partners, to launch the Pre-K for PA campaign at events in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia. The campaign’s goal is that all children in the Commonwealth are ready to succeed in school...
