Little Spartans News

LSP Families,

It's hard to believe April is already here! LSP is thankful for warmer weather on the way as we have lots of new outdoor learning materials to introduce to students.....Just a reminder, there will be NO SCHOOL for all students on Friday, April 5th and Monday, April 8th. Thursday, April 25th will also be a NO SCHOOL day for 1/2 Day Head Start ONLY. All other programs will be in attendance on Tuesday, April 25th.

LSP will be participating in the Child Abuse Awareness Parade on Friday, April 26th @9:00am. Students will be given a pinwheel to carry as they walk to the DCS building, just a little over a block down the road. The Connersville Police and Sherriff's Departments will be assisting us. At the DCS building, the mayor will speak briefly, then we will walk back to LSP and plant our pinwheels on the front lawn. Families are welcome to join us in the parade at 9:00am!

Preschool Recruitment

Do you know families who have or will have children between 3 & 4 years of age for the 2024-2025 school year? Be sure to send them our number 765-827-0191 Ext. 1. We can discuss program options and/or schedule a visit. LSP is an amazing facility for young learners! ....Families can also complete our 2024-2025 interest form HERE.

Kindergarten Round-Up

See flyer below....Kindergarten Round-up will take place on Saturday, April 27th from 9:00am-3:00p.m. Principals and staff from each elementary school will be in attendance at Little Spartans to meet new students for the 2023-2024 school year. The Health Department will also be onsite and available to check immunization records. Many other community partners will also be in attendance!

2 Hour Delays and Closings

If the Fayette County School Corporation (FCSC) delays, there will be NO AM preschool sessions. Full day Head Start students will be picked up on the bus two hours later than their normal morning pick-up time. Full day Head Start students can be dropped off at 9:50a.m. if they do not ride the bus. Ms. Billie's full day classroom can also be dropped off at 9:50a.m. like normal and class will begin at 10:00a.m. If FCSC were to close, then there will be NO PRESCHOOL sessions for the day.

Recess/Outdoor Learning

Please be sure to send students with a coat, hat, and gloves on chilly days. We will be going outside for recess and/or outdoor learning as long as the temperature is above freezing.

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/Twitter). If your phone number changes for any reason, please notify the office so we can update our system!

Bookmobile/Fayette County Public Library

This year we have partnered with the Fayette County Public Library. The bookmobile will be visiting LSP on Thursday, April 11th and Thursday, April 25th. 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.

Food Pantry/Clothing Closet Donations

The Food Pantry and Clothing Closet at LSP is open to the public 1-2 times per month. The next opening will be Thursday, April 11th and Thursday, April 25th, 4:00-6:00pm.

Classroom Newsletters

Be sure to review classroom newsletters weekly! Teachers do a great job keeping families up to date on what is happening in the classroom. Parent meetings and events specific to classrooms are also included on classroom newsletters.

Important Dates to Note:

-4/5- No Students- Staff Professional Development

-4/8- No School- Solar Eclipse Day!

-4/11- Bookmobile Visit

-4/11- Food Pantry/Clothing Closet @4:00-6:00pm

-4/19- Head Start Policy Council @8:30am

-4/25- No 1/2 Day Head Start Sessions

-4/25- Bookmobile Visit

-4/25- Food Pantry/Clothing Closet @4:00-6:00pm

-4/26- Child Abuse Prevention Parade @9:00am

-4/27- Kindergarten Round-Up @9:00-3:00pm

Please reach out if you need anything at all.

Sincerely,

Mallory Cameron

School Phone: 765-827-0191

Email: mcameron@fayette.k12.in.us

Theme 2023-2024: Welcome to the Zoo!

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.

When you give children the tools to overcome obstacles, you help them learn and grow. Providing your love and support through everyday challenges is the first and most important step in helping kids develop the confidence to overcome anything they face

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.

Contagious rashes and other cold like symptoms are also in peak season. LSP is working diligently to make sure extra sanitation and safety precautions are taking place. Please review the sick procedure below. If you have any questions, please give us a call.

-If live lice are found on a student, then that student will be sent home. The student may not return until the nurse confirms there are no more live lice.

-The Fayette County Health Department does give away lice treatment for FREE. This could be a resource for families.

In Indiana, it's illegal for drivers to pass a stopped school bus that has its red lights flashing and stop-arm extended. Violators are not only putting a child's safety at risk, but they will also receive a fine. School buses are equipped with technology to track offenders. Please help us keep our children safe by stopping for school buses!

1. 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)
2. Title One Preschool- 4-5 year old children, Monday-Friday 1/2 day
3. Developmental Preschool- 3-5 year old children, Monday-Friday 1/2 day *limited availability*

Half Day Sessions

8:00-11:30a.m. OR 11:30a.m.-3:00p.m.

Full Day Sessions

8:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

-Katherine Ammerman- Education Coach

-Jenny Amrhein- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Amanda Brown- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Jenny Fralick- Title Preschool Teacher

-Kristen Frost- Title Preschool Teacher

-Brittney Harmeyer- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Erin Loyd- Title/Developmental Preschool Teacher

-Scarlett Lux- Developmental Preschool Teacher

-Kayla Noah- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Charlene Stanley- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Melissa Rowe- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Billie Watkins- Title Preschool Teacher

-Kelly Wenta- Head Start Preschool Teacher

-Vanessa Willis- Developmental Preschool Teacher

The Fayette County School Corporation calendar can be found below. Little Spartans Preschool follows all scheduled breaks.

FREE income tax preparation. Families can schedule an appointment at the link below or text TAXES to 888.979.2561.

https://www.natcocu.org/book-ncec-tax-preparation-appointment-method/

FCSC Early Learning Center

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