Journal 13

Flutterbyes CDC

1221 e. Main, Arcadia, Ok

Tree Planting Ceremony: We Remember-17 years

April 19, 2012

8:45 am

For those who would like to participate we will be having a tree planting ceremony on Thursday, April 19, 2012. This is our way of remembering those who were lost in the OKC Bombing April 19, 1995.

We ask if you would like to honor a loved one lost on that day to give us their name and you may plant a flower in our garden around the tree in their honor. We will provide a name card with their full name on it to place in front of the flower.

·        The Event is Free

·        There will be doughnuts, coffee, and juice available

·        The speaker will began at 8:45

·        We will start our moment of silence at 9:02

·        The tree will be put in the ground at this time as well.

·        After the moment of silence there will be a prayer

·        Our staff and guest will be allowed to plant their flowers after prayer

·        If anyone would like to say a few words during the flower planting they may do so, please be mindful of your time so that others may have the same opportunity.

I hope that you can join us in this event, and celebrate the lives of those we lost that day, and know that we welcome all to this event so tell a friend.

If you plan on honoring a loved one with a flower let us know by Wednesday April 18, 2012 so that we can have your name card ready for you. If you don’t this doesn’t mean you can’t honor a loved one, we will just simply get you a name card that day or the next day

For more info Call Ebonee at 396-KIDS or if I am unavailable feel free to ask another staff member about the event, they will be more than happy to assist you. Hope to see you there. Thank you in advance for your support and participation.

Journal 12

Family Teacher Conference K-3 Program

For Kamyia Allen 44 months

1.     Kamyia has made the most progress in the following areas: Social Skills, Kamyia is developing friendships, and starting to play with the same children. She is also using her words to express herself instead of hitting or yelling. Self Help, I am really proud of how Kamyia is doing as far as meeting her personal needs. She is able to go to the restroom completely unassisted,  she can also wipe her own nose and wash her hands without being asked to do so.

2.     Kamyia enjoys center time the most, she loves the pretend and learn area because she likes to play dress up. She has a great imagination and encourages others to imagine with her, which is really advanced for her age.

3.     Kamyia appears to be most excited and attentive when she is in the pretend and learn area. She is also excited about Art Time as well, she enjoys painting and gluing things.

4.     I believe the best form of redirection for Kamyia is manipulatives. I say this because when I need to redirect her I give her a puzzle or beads to string and it works for the both of us, she enjoys it and it redirects her attention. She is always up for a challenge, it keeps her mind busy and it is calming if I need to calm her for any reason.

5.     One objective the family could work on at home with Kamyia is cutting with scissors. I say this because we are starting to teach the children to use scissors correctly and this is a big challenge for some of them. We will start by cutting in any direction then we will focus on cutting along a straight dotted line. We will progress from there to cutting out shapes, it is a process but with your help we will be on the road to success in no time.

Assessment shows Development age to be 52 months

Thank You for your time and support, Ms. Downs

Journal 11

Visual? Auditory? Kinesthetic?

For my parents who are visual I would send them notes, reminders and memos when needed.

For my parents that are auditory, I would be sure to verbally remind them of things when possible, and make phone call reminders to them.

For my parents that are kinesthetic I would have a website for them, email alerts, and plenty opportunity for participation; such as volunteering, parent meetings, and being in charge of some activities.

I think I learn best doing all three at once, Visuals usually work best for me but sometimes I need the hands on or to have it explained so that I am comfortable with the information.

Journal 10

***Health Alert***

It has been reported that our center may have been exposed to Fifth Disease. This is under control but we want you to be aware of what is going on as a precaution.

What is it?

Fifth Disease is a common childhood disease, that is spread by coughing and sneezing. Adults can get it as well. It usually lasts a few weeks.

What Causes it?

A virus called human parvovirus B19.

Symptoms

Early symptoms are flu like, runny nose, sore throat, and headache. Later comes a rash that starts on the face and spreads to the body. Usually fades in about 5 days. Some adults experience joint pains for weeks and sometimes even months. However some don’t get a rash or even feel sick.

Diagnoses and Treatment

It is diagnosed by your doctor through an exam and medical questions. Mostly treated at home with rest, plenty fluids and pain relievers. Rash may reappear when under stress or when you get too hot. Once rash appears the disease is no longer contagious and child may return to school.

What should you do?

Pay close attention to your child and call your doctor if you suspect any symptoms. Also contact us if your child is diagnosed with it.

Don’t share food and drinks

Wash hands often

What we are doing

Washing hands often, and teaching children about the spread of germs.

Spacing children further apart at nap time

Sanitizing room and toys more often, throughout the day

More outdoor play and letting more fresh air in the building, germs spread more inside so outdoor play and fresh air inside will help cut down on germs.

Journal 9

Parent Handbook Policy Addition

As of 3/1/12

If children are not picked up by closing there will be a late fee charged by the teacher that is on duty at the time of pick up. All late fees must be paid to that teacher within 5 business days. I apologize for any inconvenience but please understand our teachers have families as well. Thank You for your cooperation in this matter, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

Journal 8

   April Newsletter 2012

Spring is The season for New Beginnings
Flutterbye's Child Dev. Center

Ms. Ebonee's Class

***Reminders***                                                                    ***Birthdays***

Continue to work on self help skills                                            Ashley  1st

Discuss the season Spring                                                        Ka'mea 25th

Practice cutting and writing names                                            Harriett 30th

Read to your child for 20 mins

Show and tell every Friday                                                    ***Congrats****

Thank you for your hard work and support            Payne family welcomes baby girl Kyndal

                                                                                               Last months winner at Parent Meeting
                                                                                Denise Cameron $25 Wal Mart Card
                                                                                                    

Upcoming Events                                                            ***Peek at our Month***

Spring Craft Night (Easter Baskets)  4/5/12                  Letters Dd, Jj, Vv, Gg, and Oo.

Happy Easter                                    4/8/12                         The color Purple

Parent Meeting 11am and 4pm        4/10/12                        The shape oval

 (Be the next Door Prize Winner)                                  Rhymes, Story recalls, Patterns

Tree planting ceremony 9:02 am      4/19/12                 Social skills - Working together

St. Jude's Trike A Thon 9-11am       4/25/12                 Self-Help - Tying our shoes              Zoo field trip                                      4/27/12                    Spring and Easter Crafts

Flutterbye's Corner
We Remember OKC Bombing 4/19/2012

Week of the Young Child 4/22-28/2012

Earth Day 4/22/2012

 To help celebrate we will be having a recycling competition
Starting 4/2-30/2012
Ask your child's teacher for more details
Winning class will win pizza party.

Journal 7

   On this episode they are trying to get a lady to dress her age, her name is Jodi and she is 51. She said she is desperate not to get old and thinks dressing like a teenager will stop her from aging. NOT!!! The stylist are trying to get her to understand that dressing her age doesn't mean she has to dress like an old lady.They are wanting her to stop shopping in the juniors department and learn to be sexy, modern, sheik, and age appropriate.The way you dress is a reflection of you and can be the first impression you make on people.
   Rule number one for Jodi was to stay out of the juniors department and shop in an age appropriate department store. Rule number two was to get some basics in her closet because everything she owned was very busy. I personally don't think they were much help to her but she did look a little better just because she had on age appropriate clothing. I think dressing for success looks conservative, soft, simple with a touch of sexy. Dressing for success is important to me because when you look good you feel good.