Disney
Age: 4
Welcome to the Disney Room, I am Ms. Stevie!
The first day of school is an exciting milestone in your child's life. Your child is embarking on a journey
that will lead them on many roads of discovery and learning.
As wonderful as this new experience may be, it can also be quite stressful for the young child. New situations and change can, at times, be unsettling for all of us. For many children this may be their fist experience of separation from parents or care givers at home. It is common for even the most outgoing child to be anxious the first day of school. I have provided a few suggestions for assisting your child during this time. Remember, the preschool teacher and preschool assistant will be available to provide support and assistance; making your child's first school day a happy day.
- Prepare your child for the new school experience by explaining what to expect. Answer all questions directly and honestly.
- Convey a positive attitude. Young children are aware of your feelings. Your enthusiasm will assure the child that school can be a fun and exciting place.
- Establish a routine involving both the night before a school day as well as morning preparation. Rituals and routines will add predictability and are comforting in unfamiliar situations.
- Bring something from home. This is acceptable and often reassuring in helping the child with the initial adjustment to school. This item may be a treasured blankie or even a photo from home;
- Clearly state to your child where you will be and when you will return. It may also be helpful to discuss what will happen when you are reunited.
- Maintain a clear good-bye routine. This may include warning the child you are leaving in 3 minutes, a kiss and hug, or a wave from the window. Once you tell your child 'you are leaving, it is important to follow through. Extending the good-bye with "Ok just one more kiss, and then I really, really have to go." Tends to heighten anxiety rather than relieve it. Avoid sneaking out; this seems to encourage children to become less trusting and makes the second day of school even harder.
Again, please know I am here to help make the first day of school a happy transition and we look forward to an exciting and fun year. Welcome
Disney Room Daily Schedule
9:00 -9:40 Attendance and circle time
9:45 -10:30 Developmental centers/ Daily project
10:30 -11:00 Recess
11:00 -11:30 Journals/ Bathroom and wash
11:30 -12:00 Lunch
12:00 -12:40 Math centers
12:45 -1:20 Recess
1:20 -2:10 Quiet time
2:15 -2:30 Snack
2:35 -3:15 Literacy centers
3:20 -5:00 Free play/ Recess
If you come in late and would like lunch for your child, please call and let the teacher know by 9:30. Other arrangements may have to be made for lunch after the allowed time.
Donation List:
Glue -Liquid or stick
Old Socks
Used toys, blocks or anything to build with
Creative art supplies
Play dough or moon sand
Old newspapers
Small or large manipulatives (age appropriate)
What each child will need:
- Wide mouth water bottle
- Backpack -to be brought daily
- Pillow and blanket for quiet time
- 2 boxes of soft issues
- Toothbrush and non-fluoride toothpaste
- Scissors (child size)
- Stapler (any size)
- 1 Kinder mat
Goals for the Disney Room
- Learn and use problem solving skills
- Manners -respecting others; using manners at the table; using manners outside the center
- To be kindergarten ready; cognitively, physically, and socially/emotionally
With parent/teacher involvement and encouragement we will be successful!