- What is the Kindergarten Schedule?
- How do I report an absence?
- Where do I drop off/pick my child up?
- What if I need to have someone different pick my child up?
- Is there a snack time? How does my child buy lunch in the cafeteria?
- Can I volunteer in the classroom?
- How are birthdays celebrated in school?
- Why should I join Center Street PTA?
- What individual supplies do you suggest I get for my child?
- What is Sharing Time? When does my child share?
What is the Kindergarten Schedule?
Early Bird Schedule- 8:20-12:45
Later Gator Schedule 9:20- 1:45
Snack/Recess 10:15-10:30
Lunch is 11:30-12:15
Note: For the first two weeks of Kindergarten all children will
come to school as Early Birds. Our Early Bird/Later Gator schedule begins
on September 28. This split schedule is wonderful! It allows us time
to give more individual attention to each child during our reading and
math instruction.
How do I report an absence?
Call the office (310) 615-2676 x301 the day they are absent.
Where do I drop off/pick my child up?
In front of our classroom, Room 21
Early Birds: The classroom will open at 8:15. Children may come
in and quietly read a book before school begins. Later Gators: Please
wait outside the classroom until we open our door at 9:20.
What if I need to have someone different pick my child up?
If it is a one-time occasion, please write a note. If this
person will be picking your child up more frequently, add them to your emergency
card and/or "Going Home Plan" form.
Is there a snack time? How does my child buy lunch in the cafeteria?
Children who would like to eat a little snack before our
lunchtime may bring something from home to eat at recess. Be sure to send a
healthy
snack. We have a snack basket by the front door. Please have your child take
their snack out of
their lunch and put it in the snack basket.
Children may bring a lunch from home, or buy at our cafeteria.
All children eat together in our cafeteria. School Lunch is $2.50 There are
two ways to pay for lunch. Parents may pre-pay for lunch and have an account
at school so children do not need to bring money themselves. See lunch links
on this website. Here you can manage your child's account on line.
Children may also bring $2.50 on days they will buy lunch and give their money to
me. Milk is also available.
The school also has breakfast available for students before school. The cost
is $1.50. Parents/
day care providers need to bring their children to the cafeteria before school
if they are interested
in participating.
Can I volunteer in the classroom?
I appreciate parent volunteers greatly, and am looking forward to
working together as a team this year. Whether your schedule allows you to
come once a week, every other week, or just once or twice a year, you are
welcome to volunteer. Please note our school volunteer policy:
-Each time you come in to help, you will need to check in at the
office and get a visitor badge.
-All parents working in the classroom must have a TB test. A copy
of your test must be on record before volunteering in our class. I
encourage all parents to get TB tests and send in the results as soon as
possible. The tests are good for three years.
How are birthdays celebrated in school?
This year, in honor of your child's birthday, s/he will have the
opportunity to make, bake and decorate cupcakes for his/her classmates! For
specific details see the Birthday link on this website.
Why should I join Center Street PTA?
By joining you are supporting your child's education and his/her
school!
Our school PTA is wonderful! They provide a tremendous amount of
support to the students in our school. This includes bus transportation for
2 field trips, fine arts assemblies, and much more. The PTA is a vital
part of our school. Please join our PTA and support the school fundraisers.
Remember, membership does not require attendance at meetings or
volunteering.LET'S REACH OUR CLASS GOAL OF 100%MEMBERSHIP!
If you are interested in becoming an active member, come to a PTA
meeting at Center Street School, the third Wednesday of the month, meeting
alternate months at
7:15 p.m. or 9:15 a.m.
What individual supplies do you suggest I get for my child?
Your child may keep a set of personal supplies in his/her cubby
at school.
Suggested items are:
a box of crayons (8 or 16 colors)
a box of washable crayola markers
a pencil and eraser
colored pencils
a container for storage
What is Sharing Time? When does my child share?
Children will have the opportunity to share some news of interest with the
class. I have assigned days for children to share for management purposes.
However, I do remain flexible with these assigned days because sometimes
children are bursting with special news which can't wait until their assigned
day! Some sharing ideas include telling the class about a visit with a
grandparent, to the library, or a store. It might be
sharing a special rock from a rock collection, or a special happening with a
friend or sibling. It might be sharing work the children are especially proud
of, or sharing about an accident while bike riding. After the student shares,
s/he ask the children in our circle, "Are there any questions or comments?" In
the conversations that follow, children learn much about each
other and respect for someone else's ideas. It is a great joy to see this
growth throughout the year in listening and responding empathetically to each
other's stories.
Children's Sharing Days:
Tuesday: Aaliya, Amelia, Dani, Jade, Reilly, Nicole
Wednesday: Christine, Ella, Jonathan, Samera, Tommy
Thursday: Collin, Elton, Juliana, Sarah, Wyatt
Friday: Damian, Grace, Lindsey, Sean, Zane
