We are hosting conferences on 2/20/25 and 2/25/25 and are looking for support from our families at Clark Hall for food for staff those evenings. If you are willing to sign up, click on the link below.

2/20/25 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054BAFA62CAAF85-54791728-winter#/

2/25/25 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054BAFA62CAAF85-51392109-clark

• If your child is going to Kindergarten (must be 5 by August 1, 2025), you will NOT need to register them again at the welcome center. If you have moved, please update your address with the Welcome Center to make sure you get the right information from your child's home school.
• Need to know your child's school building they will be attending for Kindergarten? Check your address here.
• More information will be shared in the upcoming newsletters about Kindergarten round up information. Stay tuned!
• If your child is returning to Preschool next school year, you will NOT need to register them again. If your child is a peer model, you will need to communicate they will be returning to secure their spot.

Please join us for a preschool dance at Goshen Lane Elementary from 4:30-6:00 on February 13, 2025.

There will be a cost associated with the event: $1.00/child, $5.00/family or a food donation to GRIN. The donations will fund the end of the year event.

A Donatos food truck will be at the event!

NOTE: Children are not to be left unattended. A sibling/guardian must stay with the child during the event.

To keep our germs from spreading, it is important to remember when you need to keep your child home.

• Fever over 100 that occurred in the last 24 hours
• Vomiting that occurred in the last 24 hours
• Diarrhea
• Child is too unwell to participate

Click HERE to sign up!

Dear Families,

Next week we are beginning a new them in our classroom, “On the Move”. Children will learn about ways they can move and maneuver their bodies. They will also explore transportation “toys,” such as roller skates, tricycles, and wagons. Children will become aware of their own personal space and how to be respectful of the personal space of others.

Next week’s Family Connections activities can be found at: https://lilypad2.frogstreet.com/public/resouce-detail/1bf66f3f-4262-4bf5-8145-779b44c2f7e2

Next week’s storybook, “My Brother’s New Scooter” can be found at: https://lilypad2.frogstreet.com/public/resouce-detail/a7f39f9d-2187-471e-955c-b07146437bd2

We’re so excited to continue learning with your little one!

Sincerely,

Nationwide Children's Free Parenting Classes

Multi-Week Class

Date: Tuesdays – January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Triple P 0-12 multi-week group

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Thursdays – February 13, February 20, February 27, March 6, March 13, March 20

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Fear-Less Triple P focuses on strategies to manage stress, anxiety and develop emotional resilience in children ages 6-14.

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Single Classes:

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Dealing with Disobedience

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Dealing with Disobedience

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Managing Fighting and Aggression

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Topic: Hassle-Free Shopping

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Time: 12 to 2 p.m.

Topic: Managing Fighting and Aggression

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025

Time: 12 to 2 p.m.

Topic: Dealing with Disobedience

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m. This program is funded in part by the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund

Topic: Developing Good Bedtime Routines

Location: Online via Zoom, link will be emailed the week of the group

Registration: Contact triplep@nationwidechildrens.org or (614) 355-8099

Upcoming multi-week groups:

Learning Aid Ohio

Check out this funding resource for students on IEPs:

https://www.learningohio.com/

Franklin County Board of Developmental Delays

Do you have a child with an identified disability? FCBDD can provide a variety of supports, from private therapy, camps, and parent support.

https://fcbdd.org

-click "getting started"

-click "apply for services:

As a reminder, students need to be walked all the way to the door as a safety precaution. We have had students dropped off at the corner or crossing the front independently and asking that the students be walked ALL the way to the door. Thank you!

Tuition will be available to pay on 2/10/25.

LATE PICK UP FEES

Parents/Guardians of peer model(s) who pick up their child after the scheduled pick-up time will be charged a late fee equal to $1.00 per minute, per child. Teachers will be asked to complete a Late Pick Up Acknowledgement form for parents/guardians who pick up their child after the scheduled pickup time. Parents/Guardians will be asked to sign the Late Pick Up Acknowledgement form and will be given a copy before leaving the preschool with their child. The fee must be paid in cash or check to the receptionist at Clark Hall, 380 Granville St., Suite B. Gahanna, Ohio 43230 before the child can be admitted back to their preschool class. If there are more than six violations, then your child may be dismissed from the program.

We are excited to share an incredible opportunity to support a meaningful project that will benefit all students in our district. This year, the Gahanna-Jefferson Education Foundation (GJEF) Gala will feature a Fund-A-Need initiative focused on purchasing and installing communication boards at each elementary and preschool playground. We encourage you to support the cause in any way you can.

Communication boards are visual tools that use pictures, symbols, and words to help individuals express their thoughts, needs, and emotions. These boards are particularly useful for students with limited verbal communication, those learning English as a second language, and even young children still developing their vocabulary. Communication boards provide students with an inclusive way to connect and engage with peers during play.

While these boards are an invaluable resource for students with specific communication needs, their benefits extend to every child on the playground. Here’s why:

• Promoting Inclusion: Communication boards foster an environment where all students can participate and communicate effectively, regardless of their language or abilities.

• Encouraging Social Interaction: By providing visual cues, these boards help children initiate conversations, make friends, and engage in collaborative play.

• Building Language Skills: For students developing their vocabulary or learning English, communication boards offer a fun and interactive way to learn new words and phrases.

• Supporting Emotional Expression: Playgrounds are not just for physical activity—they are spaces where children express their feelings and build relationships. Communication boards give all students a voice to share their emotions and ideas.

How You Can Help: The GJEF Gala is a fantastic way to bring our community together in support of this initiative. Here’s how you can contribute:

• Register for the FREE Online Silent Auction: Includes entry into the raffle for a $250 Amazon gift card.

• Donate to Fund-A-Need: Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to making these communication boards a reality.

• Spread the Word: Share this initiative with family and friends who may also be interested in supporting our schools.

Together, we can make a lasting impact by creating inclusive spaces where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Thank you for your ongoing support of our students and schools. We hope to see you at the Gala on February 22, 2025!

If your child needs a medical statement, you should have received notification from the school nurse that it needs to be updated. You can find the medical statement below.

Exclusions will begin next week for immunizations and medical statements.

February 13-Valentine's Dance @ Goshen Lane

February 14- No School- Professional Development Day

February 19- No School- President's Day

February 20/25- Conferences