All About Us With a new teacher and a majority of new children in the Leapfrog room, we kicked off the year with a study on “All About Me , ” in order to get to know each other. As we began our study we noted that we had children of different cultures and ethnicities, and who speak different...
Sounds of the Season In recent days, the Wild Things have been enjoying the much cooler, beautiful weather that fall is bringing us. After the renovation of our Tot Lot and the lovely weather we have had, our class has been spending much more time outside exploring, observing, and playing in the...
PIC applauds Peanuts Lead Teacher Jacob Kerner who is participating in the PA Early Childhood Fellowship program coordinated by the Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children (DVAEYC) in partnership with the PA Association for the Education of Young Children (PennAEYC). The...
Every fall, PIC brings in photographers to take individual portraits and classroom photos for our early learners. This year, PIC Picture Days will take place on Monday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 27. Each classroom has been assigned a particular day and time. Individual photos are taken in the...
Changing Classrooms This is the time of year when children and parents are adjusting to new classrooms. At first, it can be difficult because you are used to your child’s old teachers and their routines. They know your child well and that makes it comfortable for you. So now here you are in this...
After School Families, Last week we held two focus groups to receive feedback about our After School Center and Summer Camp programs. We know that it is often difficult for families to attend events such as these and we want to give families an opportunity to respond via email. In giving any...
Last month we held a breakfast reception in honor of the retirement of PIC's longtime Finance Director, Judy Borie. We had a great turnout of Judy's biggest fans, including several PIC alumni and former Board members, current Board members, PIC staff, and many good friends. Executive Director Debbie...
Don't miss these great GETAWAYS--near and far--at ArtStart on October 22. 1. One Week in Costa Rica Spend seven nights between May to September on the beach by the small fishing village of Cabuya. House sleeps five comfortably. One large bedroom upstairs with a queen-size and a single bed...
On Thursday, October 22, PIC will host Lights on Aftershool from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Please join us in the Stucco Building for a special Showcase of ASC Clubs with PIC families, staff, and invited guests. As a registered participant in this nation-wide "call to attention," we acknowledge the need for...
Let's Learn About Holidays I’ve written a lot about how so much of the strength of PIC's program comes from its diversity. Being part of a diverse community means that our children have wonderful opportunities to learn about holidays and traditions that are different than their own. I am asked often...
