- Preschool
Dear Parents,
Our school year is off to a great start, and we have been enjoying the sights and sounds of fall. As I wander campus, I see delighted learners engaged in classroom activities, enthusiastic children enjoying our new playground elements, and parents living in community and connecting with others. Thank you for all you are doing to support your child, the teachers, and one another. We are grateful for your partnership as we nurture students to grow in wisdom, compassion, and courage.
Parent Partner Program Join other parents and support one another on the parenting journey. These events are held in the Parent Lounge on the second Wednesday of the month, and the next session will be held on November 14. Kellie Anderson leads this program, and each class begins with a brief presentation on a particular topic followed by discussion and Q&A. Classes are open to all, so please feel free to invite your friends and relatives who may be interested.
Tools for Success Parenting is hard work, and we all need support as we guide our children through the various stages of childhood. I would like to personally invite you to our annual Tools for Success seminar on Saturday morning, November 3, from 9:00 a.m. – noon. This conference covers a wide range of parenting topics and provides great ideas to support us in this beautiful and challenging role of parenthood.
This year we have many new session topics and exciting speakers. The morning begins with a keynote titled, “More Than Just Another Day of School” by internationally recognized author and speaker Cynthia Tobias. Three breakout sessions follow during which you may choose from presentations on a variety of parenting topics. I will be presenting a session called "Raising Resilient Kids." I am excited to share practical ideas about how parents can give their children tools to solve problems with strength and resilience so they can grow to be happy, capable, and confident. Preschool teacher Kellie Anderson will also be presenting two sessions, “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk” and “Culture of Competition.” To plan your morning, review the program online at www.tbcs.org/success. I encourage you to invite your friends and family members as well. Not only is this a great time to share and receive valuable information, but it is also a time for fellowship with other parents as we all seek to parent with wisdom, compassion, and courage. Please let me know if you have questions about this event.
P3 Fall Party
Open Houses Please help us spread the word about Bear Creek by inviting friends to one of our upcoming Open Houses. Also, as you look ahead to kindergarten, you may find it helpful to attend an Open House yourself to learn more about what your child will experience in the next stage of his/her educational journey.
- Thursday, November 15: K-6 Open House at 9:00 a.m. in the Main Building at Redmond Campus
- Wednesday, December 5: Preschool Open House at 9:15 a.m. at Valley Campus
- Saturday, January 12: Preschool Open House at 9:00 a.m. at Valley Campus
- Saturday, January 19: K-6 Open House at 10:00 a.m. in the Main Building at Redmond Campus
The Admissions Office appreciates your RSVP for these events.
Conferences The teachers are looking forward to meeting with you during our upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences. There will be no preschool classes on Thursday, November 29 or Friday, November 30. Teachers are excited to share about the growth they have seen in your child as you work together in this task of educating the whole child: heart, mind, body, and soul. Be sure to sign up online for a conference with your child's teacher.
School is also closed on Friday, November 9 for Teacher In-Service, and Monday, November 12 in observance of Veterans Day.
P3 Fall Party
Preschool Photos To view or download pictures of what's happening in Preschool (including those in this Update), check out Vidigami which can be accessed directly from the MyBC/Parents page using your Bear Creek username and password. Please upload the photos you take of your child's class. It's easy to add photos right from your phone using the iOS and Android apps. Contact Communications Manager Sini Fernandez (sfernandez@tbcs.org) if you have any questions about accessing Vidigami.
Green & Gold Night Make plans to attend Green & Gold Night on Tuesday, November 20. Dress the family in spirit attire and come join the fun. This all-school event is sponsored by the Grizzlies Booster Club as a kick-off to the basketball season. Festivities start at 5:00 p.m. when the Hungry Bear concessions stand opens. The night includes scrimmages, cheerleaders, pep band, and contests, and promises to be an entertaining evening for even our youngest students. Hope to see you there!
Thanksgiving Break School is closed Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, November 21, 22, and 23. Happy Thanksgiving!
Facebook Have you seen the Bear Creek Preschool Facebook page? Like our page at www.facebook.com/BearCreekPreschool to see daily posts with pictures and stories of what we do in preschool!
Christmas at Bear Creek The Preschool Christmas Program will be held in the Performing Arts Center in the Upper School at Redmond Campus on Wednesday, December 12 at 6:00 p.m. Each class is working hard to prepare a special presentation for you. We are looking forward to this chance to celebrate Christ's birth together and experience the joys of the Christmas season. Watch for more information about all the Christmas at Bear Creek events in the coming weeks.
Thank you for the many ways you support your child's learning both at home and school.
Tressa Parker
tparker@tbcs.org
425-885-9401 ext. 402