Little Spartans News
October 2026
A Note From the Director/Principal:
October is almost here, and we have many exciting things happening at Little Spartans Preschool! We are looking forward to a month filled with learning, family involvement, special visitors, and lots of fall fun.
We have a busy month ahead! Please mark your calendars for several important dates, including Picture Day on October 13, Conference Day on October 14 (no preschool classes), and our Fall Family Event on October 22 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. Fall Break will be October 26–30, and there will be no preschool classes during that week.
Our October 22 family event, Story Boo!, will be an enchanted walk through our haunted halls! Families are invited to wear preschool-friendly costumes (no masks or weapons). The event is open to Little Spartans' students and their immediate families, including siblings ages 12 and younger.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for trusting us with your Little Spartan. We appreciate your support as we work together to provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment where every child can learn and grow.
Please take time to review the October Little Spartans News newsletter for the complete list of dates, classroom parent meetings, calendars, arrival and dismissal procedures, and other important information.
We are looking forward to a wonderful October filled with learning, laughter, and special memories!
Sincerely,
Ms. Mallory
School Phone: 765-827-0191
Email: mcameron@fayette.k12.in.us
Theme 2026-2027:Fairytale/Book Characters: Once Upon A Time!
Mission: Provide comprehensive and high quality education in an inclusive social setting by professional, competent, and compassionate staff. Promote the growth and development of children and families while improving their quality of life in an ever changing society.
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Safety, Safety, Safety
Don't be alarmed if you notice police presence at LSP! The Connersville Police Department and the Fayette County Sherriff's Department regularly visit to make sure our students and staff are safe. If there ever is an emergency, families will be notified via Powerschool Messenger, ClassDojo, and Social Media (Facebook). If your phone number changes for any reason, please notify the office so we can update our system!
Little Spartans Preschool regularly practice emergency drills! Fire drills will be practiced at least once a month. We will also practice severe weather and lockdown drills each semester. Be sure to talk about the importance of being safe with your child!
Staff Professional Development
The first Friday of each month (excluding September and January) will be no preschool student days. Staff will participate in professional development. No class days for Friday professional development will be the following: 10/2, 11/6, 12/4, 2/5, 3/5, 4/2, and 5/7. Any other no preschool class dates are listed on the dates to note and student calendars.
Bookmobile/Fayette County Public Library
This year we have partnered with the Fayette County Public Library. The bookmobile will be visiting LSP two times each month. The Fayette County Public Library will also be reading and doing crafts with our classrooms......Did you know Fayette County Public Library has family events? Be sure to check out their calendar HERE.
Important Dates to Note:
-September 28th- EMS Visit- Community Helper Week
-September 29th- Firefighter Visit- Community Helper Week
-September 30th- Police Visit- Community Helper Week
-October 1st- Bookmobile Visits LSP- Community Helper Week
-October 2nd- No Preschool Classes- Staff Professional Development
-October 6th- Head Start Field Trip
-October 7th- Head Start Field Trip
-October 8th- No Half Day Head Start Classes
-October 8th- Food Pantry/Clothing Closet Open @LSP @4:00-6:00pm
-October 9th- No Head Start Classes
-October 9th- Ms. Charlene's Parent Meeting @1:00pm
-October 13th- Picture Day!
-October 13th- Mrs. Wenta's Parent Meeting @5:30pm
-October 13th- Ms. Brittney's Parent Meeting @5:30pm
-October 14th- No Preschool Classes- Conference Day!
-October 14th- Ms. Lauren's Parent Meeting @4:00pm
-October 14th- Ms. Amanda's Parent Meeting @5:00pm
-October 15th- Bookmobile Visits LSP
-October 16th- Head Start Policy Council @8:30am
-October 21st- Ms. Jenny's Parent Meeting @5:00pm
-October 21st- Ms. Melissa's Parent Meeting @5:30pm
-October 22nd- Fall Family Event @5:00-6:30pm
-October 23rd- Title Preschool Family Fest @9:00-10:00am and 12:30-1:30pm
-October 26-30th- Fall Break!- No Preschool Classes
-November 6th- No Preschool Classes- Staff Professional Development
Community Helper Week
School Picture Day
Pictures can be ordered through the following link: https://inter-state.com/flyerentry/0473SS
Save the Date
Story Boo! will take place Thursday, October 22, 2026, 5:00-6:30pm.....Dress in your preschool friendly costumes and enjoy an enchanted walk through our haunted halls! Don't forget to bring a treat bag for your Little Spartan!......This event is open to all Little Spartan students and their immediate family (siblings 12 and under)!
Front Door Security
Safety is always our number one priority! In order to keep our front lobby more secure, the front doors will ONLY be unlocked from 7:50-8:15a.m. A buzzer/intercom system has been installed on the right hand side of the front doors. If the front doors are locked, just push the green button and someone from the office will be right with you. The left door will then be unlocked so you can enter the lobby.
Safety Protocol
School Bus Stop Arm
Arrival/Dismissal Procedures (Title/Dev.)
Title/Developmental Preschool
*Car tags will be handed out during Open House.*
If your child is a car rider, arrival and dismissal will be a car line procedure in the back of the building on Conwell. To enter the car line, you must follow 17th St. and turn LEFT on East Street, follow it around the curve (turns into Fairmont Street) and then turn LEFT on Conwell. Your passenger side door should be parallel to the sidewalk. We will dismiss car by car at the gate (look for the cones), so please pull up to the spot directly next to the cones when it’s your turn. Please remain in your car, and a staff member will help escort your child into the building and then back to the car at dismissal. You will be provided a tag for your mirror that MUST be displayed.
Mid-Day DROP OFF
If you are DROPPING OFF your child for the PM session, please FLIP your tag backwards. This allows staff to dismiss children from the AM session more efficiently.
*AM drop off will begin at 7:50a.m. Gates will close at 8:00a.m., unless there are cars in line. PM drop off/AM pick up will begin at 11:20a.m. Gates will close at about 11:40a.m., unless there are cars in line. PM pick up will take place from 2:50-3:00p.m. We ask all adults to stay in their vehicles during pick-up/drop-off. We will get students out of the car and put them back in. If your child is unable to fasten their carseat/booster straps after they are loaded, then we ask you to pull up ahead of car line before getting out to fasten.*
Arrival/Dismissal Procedures (Head Start)
Head Start
*Car tags will be handed out during Home Visits.*
If your child is a car rider, arrival and dismissal will be a car line procedure in the front of the building on Eastern Ave. To enter the car line, use 17th Street or Eastern Ave. Do not enter from 18th Street. We will dismiss car by car at the awning, so please pull up to the spot directly next to the awning when it’s your turn. Your passenger side door should be parallel to the sidewalk. Please remain in your car, and a staff member will help escort your child into the building and then back to the car at dismissal. You will be provided a tag for your mirror that MUST be displayed. *DO NOT BLOCK ALLEY WITH CAR LINE. IT IS A BUS ROUTE.*
Mid-Day DROP OFF
If you are DROPPING OFF your child for the PM session, please FLIP your tag backwards. This allows staff to dismiss children from the AM session more efficiently.
*AM drop off will begin at 7:50a.m. PM drop off/AM pick up will begin at 11:20 a.m. PM pick up will begin at 2:50p.m. Be prepared to show your ID to staff for authorization of pick-up.*
LSP Preschool Options
- Head Start- 3-5 year old children, income based, Monday-Thursday 1/2 day OR Monday-Friday full day (4-5 year old children only)
- Title One/On My Way Preschool- 4-5 year old children, Monday-Friday 1/2 day
- Developmental Preschool- 3-5 year old children, Monday-Friday 1/2 day
Half Day Sessions
8:00-11:30a.m. OR 11:30a.m.-3:00p.m.
Full Day Sessions
8:00a.m.-3:00p.m.
Office Staff/Head Start Coordinators
-Mallory Cameron- Director/Principal
-Kimmie Smith- Executive Secretary
-Randi Zimmerman- LSP Registered Nurse
-Maria Douglass- Head Start Health Assistant
-Julie Cox- Head Start Family Service Coordinator
-Billie Polyak- Head Start Family Service Coordinator
-Nicole Troutwine- Head Start Family Service Coordinator
Teaching Staff
-Jenny Amrhein- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Amanda Brown- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Megan Durstine- Developmental Preschool Teacher
-Kristen Frost- Title Preschool Teacher
-Lauren Garrison- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Brittney Harmeyer- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Scarlett Lux- Developmental Preschool Teacher
-Shelby Rader- Title Preschool Teacher
-Melissa Rowe- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Charlene Stanley- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Kelly Wenta- Head Start Preschool Teacher
-Vanessa Willis- Developmental Preschool Teacher
Title and Developmental Preschool Calendar
Head Start Half Day Calendar
Head Start Full Day Calendar
FCSC Calendar
Sesame Street Workshop
After an emergency, a little comfort goes a long way… and a simple blanket can become a great tool to help children feel safe, soothed, and loved.
More Emergency resources can be found HERE.
Community Resources
Little Spartans Preschool
Email: mcameron@fayette.k12.in.us
Website: https://earlychild.fayette.k12.in.us/o/preschool
Location: 1800 North Eastern Avenue, Connersville, IN, USA
Phone: (765) 827-0191
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/School/Little-Spartans-Preschool-101332685186386/
Twitter: @MCameronFCSC