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When you think of 19th street in Holland one would imagine that our school would be located in a busy residential area. That is not the case. We are fortunate to be in a quiet neighborhood, on a dead end street.

In the wooded area next to our building we are able to observe all kinds of wild life, including these turkeys who were having a leisurely walk today as I watched through the window at lunch time!
It's even more fun to see these gobblers when the students are at school! They get so excited when they come up the hill and around the corner only to find the turkeys in the road!
We all enjoy the sightings...and are happy to share our little neck of the woods with such fine feathered friends!

February with the Tuesday/Thursday class

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It takes a village to raise a child

There is an old adage that says "It takes a village to raise a child". In years past extended families lived together, moms visited with each other over fences to share ideas, tips and inspiration.
In those days I think that was the picture of the village.
Our village of today looks very different. With hectic schedules, working moms and dads, life in the fast lane, many no longer have that "over the fence friend" or extended family close by to share ideas or glean inspiration from.
One of our moms at Cherry Lane has a heart for sharing ideas with others. Katie Meyering and a close friend of hers have endeavored to return to the way of old where parents shared ideas and teaching tips with each other. I like to think of them as "over the fence via the web friends"!
They are starting a blog called abc and 123 A learning Cooperative. They will be sharing ideas and teaching tips that will be great for your child. This blog will be a valuable resource for you as parents. They will be looking for ideas from you as well!
Be sure to check it out! You won't want to miss all the great ideas that will be coming your way!

http://www.abcand123learning.blogspot.com/

P is for Party

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P is for Pizza

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P.M. Pajama day

Pee Wee Penguin is our letter of the week...she has spurred us on to think of lots of words that start with P....like PAJAMAS!!!!!

And pom poms on pink and purple paper!
We had great fun in our pajamas during both upstairs and down stairs centers.
We made tents for some make believe camping out...we read sleepy time books and played "Ten in the Bed"
Everyone had such comfy fun today at Cherry Lane.

A.M. Pajama Day

From princesses to super heroes, pajamas were the hit of the day at school today!
With the help of a few sheets, tents were erected for some make believe camping!

We enjoyed some sleepy time stories like "Good Night Moon and "The Bear Snores On" and also a game of "Ten in the Bed".
As you can see from the pictures the boys and girls had a great time during downstairs centers!

"P" week for the M-W-F class!

P is for peewee penguin!

A few other things start with P......like pajamas, pizza, and party!
So....Don't forget.....
Monday is pajama day
Wednesday we head to Big Cheese Pizza for a field trip
Friday is party day...that is a Valentine party.
I can't wait for all the fun this week!

Dads lend a helping hand

One aspect that makes Cherry Lane unique is the fact that parents help out in the classroom. This has gone on since the origination of the school.
Over the years more and more Dads have been able to come in and assist and the children love having Dad as the helper of the day.
I couldn't resist grabbing my camera and photographing the two Dad helpers as they cleaned up after teddy bear picnic day.
Thank you Moms and Dads for making our school great, it just wouldn't be the same without you!

Count down to fall enrollment day!

It's hard to believe that we are thinking about next fall when we are buried in snow!
But every year in February we do a fast forward in our minds and begin preparing for the following year.
If you have older children you know the process begins now, but if it's your first child it can take you by surprise! We advertise in the paper of course and try to get the word out...but again if you are a parent of a preschooler you are busy with life and might not even see it coming!
So...if you have older children, get the word out, let all those first time parents know it's early preschool enrollment time!
We have been getting lots of visitors at school and want to extend an invitation to anyone who wants to see our classroom in actions.
Enrollment has started for current students as Cherry Lane policy is to allow current students to enroll first. So...if you come in for a visit and see a sign up..don't worry you haven't missed out, there are lots of spaces available and we will have our public sign up on February 12 from 6-7 p.m.
We cannot wait to meet all of you and welcome you into our preschool program at Cherry Lane!

Teddy Bear Picnic

It was teddy bear picnic at school on Friday. Below is a group shot of the P.M. class in the forest!

A.M class teaching their bears the Three little bear song thanks to Kayla's Mom.


Masin and Dominic enjoying a yummy teddy cupcake and juice at the picnic.