DFP Family Update

It was another exciting week at preschool. Our students enjoyed a special visit from Walpole firefighter, Jenna Malone, who showed students some fire safety equipment and talked about the importance of fire safety. We also explored the wonders of fall by learning about leaves and the changing seasons, and participated in hands-on experiments to discover the difference between heavy and light objects. We wrapped up our week with Picture Day! As the weather gets cooler, please remember to dress your children in layers so they can stay comfortable throughout the day, especially during outdoor play.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 🍂

Warmly,

Julie Martin

Our fall parent and educator conferences will be held on:

Thursday, November 12 from 5:00-7:00 pm

Friday, November 13 from 12:00 -3:00 pm

Wednesday, November 18 from 5:00 -7:00 pm

This is an opportunity for you to meet with your child's teacher and related service providers to learn about your child's progress and ask questions. More information will be shared in the coming weeks.

As the weather grows cooler, a gentle reminder to please label your child's clothing - sweatshirts, coats, etc. Layers are great this time of year and we want to be sure everything is returned to you! Also, sneakers are ideal footwear for the preschool.

As the holiday season approaches, we understand that this time of year can bring additional challenges. If your family is in need of support with food, clothing, or gift items this holiday season, please reach out to me. We are here to help connect families with available resources.

All information shared will be kept strictly confidential.

As Halloween approaches, we’ll be celebrating in a simple, preschool-friendly way! Children are welcome to wear black and orange on Friday, October 30th. We ask that costumes be left at home so we can keep our daily routines consistent and comfortable for all children. We’ll enjoy some fun seasonal fall activities while maintaining the familiar structure of our preschool day.

Thank you for helping us make the day fun, safe, and predictable for everyone!

With fall and the return to school, so comes illness. Please make note of the following:

Children who are ill with a temperature over 100, or who have diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, undiagnosed rashes, uncontrolled coughing, impetigo, or conjunctivitis should remain at home.

If your child is ill with a fever they must be "Fever Free" for 24 hours WITHOUT the use of TYLENOL, MOTRIN, or any other fever-reducing medication before they can return to school. If your child has a viral stomach illness with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, please keep them home for an additional 24 hours after symptoms have subsided. If your child has been diagnosed with an infection requiring antibiotic treatment such as Strep Throat, Conjunctivitis, Impetigo, etc. they must be treated with the antibiotic for at least 24 hours before returning to school. In addition to Conjunctivitis, your child's eyes must be free of drainage. For Impetigo, lesions may not be oozing.

If your child is ill, you will be contacted to pick up your child at school.

If you have any questions, please contact our school nurse, Tina DiCicco: tdicicco@walpole.k12.ma.us

Thank you.

If your child attends a full-day program, lunch is available through our Nutrition Department at no cost.

Lunch options are as follows:

Monday: Chicken Nuggets

Tuesday: Burgers

Thursday: PANCAKES (this is a change)

Friday: Pizza

November:

3 - Election Day

4 - DFP School Governance Council 8:00am

4 - Preschool Parent Committee Meeting 6:00pm

11- No School Veteran's Day

12 - Conferences 5-7pm

13 - Early Release Day at 11:00am

13 - Conferences 12-3pm

18 - Conferences 5-7pm

24 - Picture Retake Day

25 - Early Release at 11:00am

26-27 - No School Thanksgiving Break

30 - Classes Resume

Julie Martin, Director: jmartin@walpole.k12.ma.us

Tina DiCicco, School Nurse: 508-660-7374 ext. 5620

Annmarie Khokha, School Business Office, responsible for tuition payments: akhokha@walpole.k12.ma.us

Amanda Torigian, Administrative Assistant, Elm and DFP: atorigian@walpole.k12.ma.us

Susan Shea, Administrative Assistant, Elm and DFP: sshea@walpole.k12.ma.us