Talk to your teachers about how you can help in the classroom. Can you share something about yourself with the children? Can you come to read a favorite book? Perhaps, there is something in the room that could use some TLC. Talk to your teacher today! Think about becoming a Room Parent or join a...
As you may know our Family Life Coordinator Lynne Piersol will be resigning from her position as of the end of January. Lynne has been with PIC for over seven years and during that time she has been the first “face of PIC” for many families. Lynne has had the responsibility of introducing our...
In Pursuit of Great Spaces Over our recent winter break, we had a chance to do some behind-the-scenes projects. Floors were waxed, carpets were cleaned, and supply closets were re-organized. Most significantly, we renovated the Peanuts classroom (in the Spruce Building). We replaced very-aged tile...
The Parent Involvement Committee is in need of a volunteer to provide music and a sound system for our upcoming Parent Happy Hour on January 26. If you are interested please email Parent Involvement Committee Chair Erica Zimmer.
The Parent Involvement Committee is looking for volunteers to help with set up and clean up at our upcoming Happy Hour on Tuesday, January 26. If you are interested please email Family Life Coordinator Lynne Piersol.
The Fireflies recently completed a food drive for Philabundance. While their collection ended, their learning had only just begun. The children's interest in collecting food for those in need gave the teachers an opportunity to explore other ways we express kindness. They read books together about...
Last week, After School and Early Learning families gathered with PIC staff to celebrate the season. Thank you to everyone who brought food and drink to share and stayed for the fun!
So Much Sound The Caterpillars loved the study of sound!! Together we explored all types of sounds. We talked about different sounds, what sounds animals make, and what sounds we hear in our environment. On our daily walks we enjoyed stepping on leaves, listening as trucks drove by, and we...
December 2015 PIC is a special place that encourages children in their growth and development. How do we do it? We believe in the power of play. If you share our belief in the power of play, I hope you will consider the Parent-Infant Center in your end-of-the-year giving. With over 30 years of...
