Parent Participation Matters It's not always easy to find the time for PPP ( Parent Participation Program) hours. You know you have to do it, but what you might not know is how important your participation is to the teachers, the children, and fellow families. Believe it or not, magical (yes...
written by Assistant Teacher Mandi Bompensa Uncovering Creative Interests Last month was filled with holidays, trips, and goodies. Even after the end-of-the-year gala showcase, many of the Hawks and Eagles spent their time feverishly creating gifts for loved ones and friends. As a new member of the...
Beginning to Build Vocabulary We know that early language and communication skills are important for children’s development. The Doodlebugs are learning new and exciting ways to express themselves with words, gestures, and body movement. The teachers have been engaging children in play that promotes...
There may be snow on the ground, but PIC is already thinking about our annual Spring Plant Sale, which will take place on May 1 and 2 this year! Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm for an informational session in the Sweet Building's A-Z Room. Swing by at any point. When you volunteer...
Updated: January 27, 2015 *This session has been postponed. Look for a new date to be announced soon! The second in our Coffee and Conversation discussion series will be held on Thursday, February 5 from 8:30-9:30 am in the Sweet Building's A-Z Room. Peanuts Lead Teacher Jacob Kerner will tackle the...
Enjoy food, drink, and music with PIC friends on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the Sweet Building's A to Z Room. For part of the evening, guests will enjoy a mini Group Ballroom Dance Lesson offered by PIC parents Anna Kashina and Dawei Dong, whose son David is in the Fireflies and...
With everyone gone for winter break, it might appear that it is a quiet time at PIC. This year that was certainly not the case as we had quite a buzz of activity in all corners of PIC. Here is a quick recap of some of the projects that happened during our absence: Renovation of the Sunshine...
PIC's Board of Directors and Parent Involvement Committee invite YOU to attend a Get Involved Wine and Cheese on Wednesday, February 4 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm in the Spruce Building's Small Gym. See the event flyer. RSVP to lpiersol@parentinfantcenter.org by Monday, February 2 Enjoy some light food and...
Lessons Learned from My Parents While winter break was a very busy time at PIC this year, I did have some time to visit my family in Bethlehem (yes, I travel to Bethlehem to celebrate Christmas!). I am fortunate to still have my 94-year-old mother and 96-year-old father living independently in their...
Early Learning Families: On Thursdays in the Early Learning classrooms, families can elect for their child(ren) to be served a pizza lunch. Most families enjoy this one day when they don't have to pack a lunch! There are now 2 ways to pay for this service: Pay cash each week (pay only for what your...
