Project Connect CFCE

Hello Families,

We would like to introduce everyone to our new Parent Educator, Dana Walker! Ms. Dana has a Bachelors in Psychology. She has two sons named Joshua and Julian. She enjoys going on vacations with her family and trying new activities. Ms. Dana loves sports. Her and her family are big Patriot and Celtic fans and try to go to games as much as possible. They are really getting into soccer as well and it is their current family pastime. We are so excited to have Ms. Dana join our Project Connect family. Welcome Ms. Dana!

The ASQ (Ages & Stages Questionnaire)

Babies and toddles grow and change so quicky. Project Connect, with support from MA Dept. of Early Education and Care, can help you learn more about your child's overall development using a survey called "The Ages & Stages Questionnaire."

As parents, you are your child's first and most important teacher. We want to help you provide the best start for your child by giving you the opportunity to keep track of your child's development. Questionnaires can be provided every 2, 4 or 6 months and include questions about some things your child can and cannot do. The questionnaire asks about your child's communication, gross motor, fine motor, problem solving and personal social skills.

If you would like to receive the age-appropriate questionnaire. please contact one of the Parent Educators during a playgroups or home visit, scan the QR code provided here, or email Andrea, Project Connect Coordinator at awitherell@attleboroschools.com.

We will provide support for you and your family every step of the way!

Playgroups will begin the week of November 6th and end the week of December 18th. Please include your child/ren's name, birthday, phone number and home address when signing up for playgroups. All groups for birth to 5 years old are held at Project Connect unless specified. Please email Jacquie at jcapitanio@attleboroschools.com to register for all classes listed below.

Fun with Early Literacy from 9:30-11:00am, 2.9-5 years old with Ms. Sarah (non-mobile siblings welcomed) Come join us as we explore stories in a more preschool like setting. Friends will have the opportunity to engage in sensory, fine motor and social emotional experiences that all tied to the story of the day.

Tuesdays, beginning November 14th and ending December 19th

Fun with Early Literacy from 9:30-11:00am, 2.9-5 years old with Ms. Sarah (non-mobile siblings welcomed) Come join us as we explore stories in a more preschool like setting. Friends will have the opportunity to engage in sensory, fine motor and social emotional experiences that all tied to the story of the day.

Mixed Group from 9:30-10:45am with Ms. Dana This playgroup is based on promoting children's developmental milestones including: social/emotional, language, cognitive and movement in a play setting. Activities include free play, reading and circle time.

Mixed Group from 11:00-12:15am with Ms. Dana This playgroup is based on promoting children's developmental milestones including: social/emotional, language, cognitive and movement in a play setting. Activities include free play, reading and circle time.

Wednesdays, beginning November 8th and ending December 20th

Messy Play from 9:15-10:15am with Ms. Dana 18 months -5 years old This playgroup your child will experience fun with shaving cream, finger paints, playdough, water play and more. This is going to be one mess of a time!

Play @ the Playground from11:00-12:00pm with Ms. Dana Come and enjoy our new playground with Ms. Dana. Have fun in digging in the sandbox, climbing on the play structure and splashing at the water table.

Thursdays, beginning November 9th and ending December 21st

Walking and Talking with Ms. Sarah from 9:30-10:30am at Highland Park, 104 Mechanic St. Attleboro Children will have the opportunity to engage in the sounds and sights of nature while walking the paths of Highland Park. Each week will also feature a parenting topic chosen by you!

Playtime @ the Gym from 10:00-11:30am at the Bartek Recreation Center, 81 Pine St. Attleboro with Ms. Dana Join us for gross motor activities and sing songs. *Note: This is a drop-playgroup, no registration required.*

Fridays, beginning November 17th through December 15th

Music and Movement from 9:00-10:15am with Ms. Cheryl This lively group will nourish your child's love and natural enthusiasm for music, movement and fun!

Music and Movement from 10:30-11:45pm with Ms. Cheryl This lively group will nourish your child's love and natural enthusiasm for music, movement and fun!

*Note: This group is offered twice on Friday, please choose one, thank you."

Join Ms. Cheryl for this fun morning mixed group!

Ages birth-5 years old from 9:30-10:30 on the following dates:

November 18th

December 16th

We are happy to announce that we are now collaborating with The Friendship Project. The Friendship Project is an Attleboro based community that helps families create friendships among children with autism and other additional needs. This series there will be only closed groups but if you would like more information about The Friendship Project please email: ckillion@attleboroschools.com

Saturday, November 18th

Saturday, December 9th

Please join Ms. Cheryl on this special Saturday event. This lively group will nourish your child's love and natural enthusiasm for music, movement and fun!

Attention Dads, Granddads, etc. join Ms. Cheryl for playtime and refreshments with your child(ren). Come, enjoy a special time with your child(ren) and meet other dads!

(Note: When signing up please inform Jacquie of any allergies or food concerns)

Join Ms. Dana to experience fun with shaving cream, finger painting, playdough, water play and more! This group is for ages 18 months-5 years old.

Ms. Cindy has been entertaining Project Connect families for years! We are happy to have her come and entertain your child(ren) with this fun, interactive hour of stories and songs.

Redirection can be an effective strategy for preventing challenging behavior. Join Ms. Dana to learn how to verbally, physically or with a cue to redirect your child's attention. *Note: This class will be held on Zoom*

Thinking about sending your child to preschool next fall. Did you know most preschools start their registration process in January? Did you know there are different types of preschools? Join Ms. Cheryl to help you and your family navigate this new journey. *Note: This class will be held on Zoom.*

Join Ms. Sarah for part one of a three part series Getting Ready for Kindergarten. Session one will focus on the social emotional aspects of readiness along with self care and fine motor skills.

*Note: This class will be held on Zoom.*

Come and join the PTO to discuss fundraising topics and needs for Project Connect. For upcoming events please see the flyer.

Project Connect will be closed and no playgroups will occur on the following dates:

November 7th Professional Development Day

November 10th Veterans Day

November 22-24 Thanksgiving Break

December 22-29 Winter Break

January 1st New Years Day

A big Thank you! to the following families for their generous donations:

Feeney, Garcia, Laforge, Poole, Radney and Leah-Skerker

Also, thank you to all the families that have donated books to the Free Library.

Staff:

Andrea Witherell, Coordinator

Jacquie Capitanio, Sr. Clerk Typist

Parent Educators:

Sarah Dorfman

Cheryl Killion

Dana Walker

***Please ask how the ASQ Questionnaire can help support your child's development***

Telephone: 774-551-8251

Location: Attleboro High School, 1 Blue Pride Way, Attleboro MA

APS website: https://pcfc.attleboroschools.com/o/pcfc

Facebook: Project Connect Family Center-Attleboro CFCE

Email: jcapitanio@attleboroschools.com

Project Connect is grant funded by the MA Dept. of Early Education and Care and supported by the Attleboro Public Schools.