Preschool Corner

🍎 A Wonderful Start to the School Year!

We have had an amazing start to the school year! Our preschoolers are settling into their classrooms, getting to know their teachers and friends, and learning the daily routines of school. We know that this adjustment is a big one for our students—and for our parents, too! Thank you for your patience and support as everyone gets comfortable with our preschool routines.

🥪 Daily Snack & Lunch Reminder
Please remember to send your child to school each day with a labeled snack and lunch. If you are ordering a school lunch, please be sure to complete the lunch order form by 8:00 a.m. each Monday for the entire week. The form can be found on our preschool website or at the bottom of this newsletter.

📱 Stay Connected Through Apptegy
Please make sure you are signed into Apptegy and checking it regularly. Apptegy is our main form of communication with preschool families, and important forms, reminders, announcements, and information will be shared there throughout the school year. Also be sure to check out our website for upcoming dates, activities, and important information.

🎃 Upcoming Field Trip – Johnson's Locust Farm
We are so excited for our upcoming field trip to Johnson's Locust Farm on October 28 and 29! Please be sure to complete and sign the permission slip sent through Apptegy. We are looking forward to a fun and memorable experience for our preschoolers!

Thank you for helping us make the beginning of the school year such a positive experience. We are excited for all of the learning, growing, and fun that is ahead! 💛

• October 5-8: Week of Respect

• October 8: 📸 Picture Day for all schools

• October 9: Professional Development Day for staff: No School

• October 12: Columbus Day: No School

• October 14: PTO Meeting at 7:00pm

• October 14: Fire Truck Visits for Roebling and Harris

• October 15: Fire Truck Visits for Riverfront and Tiny Little Pieces

• October 17: Florence Township Fall Fest: 10:00am-3:00pm

• October 24: Open House for Preschool and Kindergarten 8:30am-9:3d0pm

• October 26: BOE meeting

• October 28: Field trip to Johnson's Locust Hall Farm: Classrooms attending: Ms. Cobleigh (Roebling), Ms.Zingaro (Roebling), Ms. Birnbaum (Roebling), Ms. Shann (Riverfront), Ms. Lubitsky(Riverfront), and Ms. Gutierrez(TLP)

• October 29: Field trip to Johnson's Locust Hall Farm: Classrooms attending: Ms. Habeck (Roebling), Ms. Maureen (Harris), Ms. Laura (Harris), Ms. Oldies (Harris), and Ms. Dunphy (Harris)

November dates to mark on your calendars:

• November 5-6: NJEA Convention: School Closed
• November 11: Roebling/Harris (at Roebling): Picture Day Make Up Session
• November 12: Riverfront/TLP (at Riverfront): Picture Day Make Up Session

• November 19: Early Dismissal/Parent Teacher afternoon and evening conferences

• November 20: Early Dismissal/Parent Teacher afternoon conferences

Potty training is an important step toward independence, and every child develops these skills at their own pace. Consistency between home and school can help children feel confident and successful.

1. Establish a Routine
Encourage your child to use the bathroom at regular times throughout the day and remind them to listen to their body.

2. Encourage Independence
Let your child practice pulling clothing up and down, using the toilet, wiping with support as needed, flushing, and washing their hands. Elastic-waist clothing makes this much easier!

3. Use Positive Encouragement
Celebrate your child's efforts and successes. Accidents are a normal part of the process, so remain calm and reassuring when they happen.

4. Be Prepared & Consistent
Send a complete, labeled change of clothes to school and use similar language and routines at home. Working together helps children build confidence and independence.

Remember: Potty training is a process, not a race! With patience, consistency, and encouragement, we can help our preschoolers become confident and independent with their bathroom routines.

Additional Resources can be found here: https://parentdata.org/potty-training/

🍎The Golden Apple Award is a monthly recognition in the Florence Township School District that celebrates teachers and staff members who make a meaningful difference in their school community. Each month, one individual from each school is recognized for their dedication, excellence, positive impact, and commitment to students and colleagues. Nominations come from colleagues who have witnessed the nominee’s contributions and positive influence.🍎

Please feel free to fill out your vote for this month's Golden Apple Award: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIAwetOKHjcbJbyLD31j3IVxJqVAX0FFgbVNOCLPvpZCHNXg/viewform