Welcome to Learning at The NEST! We're excited to welcome your child and you to the 2020-2021 school year! There will be a lot of big "firsts" for both of you as preschool begins. To help you navigate through the year, you will be receiving this e-communication (News From The Nest) twice per month.
Separation Anxiety For many families with young children, the mark of a new school year is a welcomed blessing and a wonderful opportunity to foster independence. With that said, several young children may also be experiencing separation anxiety from their family. If your preschooler is experiencing nervousness, anxiety, or even fear about the first day of school - be assured that your family is not alone!
The following article about separation anxiety is well worth reading. It details good tips and strategies you can use to ease your child into a new school year.
In the Classroom Preschool students experiencing separation anxiety may feel more comfortable when playing with toys they are familiar with and enjoy, such as puzzles or blocks. Eileen Revland, Holy Spirit preschool paraprofessional, is shown here guiding a student in playing with an art activity. At-Home Learning Reading storybooks can help children relate to characters who feel just as anxious as they do about separating from their families. Here is a list of great children's book you can read with your family about separation anxiety:
Required Forms
If you have not done so already, all required forms must be submitted to your school office prior to the first day of attendance. This includes the A-PIP form, a copy of your child's birth certificate, student immunization form, language survey form, and a copy of the early childhood screening if completed. Child Care
Childcare is offered at St. Pius X School and Holy Spirit Catholic School. Wrap-around childcare options include Early Drop Off (6:30-8:45 a.m.) and Late Pick Up (3:30-6:00 p.m.) that can be added to your child's preschool schedule. Read more... Billing
Prayer A Parent's Prayer for the First Day of School
Heavenly Father, We give you our hopes, worries and fears as our lovely child starts school. We pray that you would fill their hearts with excitement and calm their worries with your love. Please go before them, help them make friends, enjoy the activities and build relationships with their teachers and caregivers.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Covid-19 Response Please stay up-to-date on school information related to COVID-19 by visiting rcsmn.org/covidresponse.
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