On a recent afternoon, when the after schoolers arrived, they immediately noticed that there was something new in the Stucco Building. Next to the computers sat a large cube shaped piece of equipment that none of the children recognized. Conversations started flowing about what it could possibly be...
written by Fatimah Mitchell Study of Space The Starfish are interested in space! After talking together about being able to speed off in a rocket ship, our minds have gone a mile a minute in anticipation to learn even more. Many of our young friends are familiar with Earth. We discussed the special...
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...
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...
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.
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 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!
