This is just a friendly reminder to get your money in for the teacher’s holiday gift. This year we ask that each family donate at least $30.00. While this is a suggested minimum, please feel free to give more. The money will be evenly distributed between the teachers before the school break. Please place a…
nswparents
Photo Set – Holiday Bazaar- 12/4/2010
Originally uploaded by NSW photostream Click the photo to the right to view the New School-West Commnunity of teachers, parents, children and their guests enjoying the many treats and products sold at the annual Holiday Bazaar. Vendors of all types, and the ever popular “baked goods table”, made for an amazing fundraiser. Thank you to…
Free Oganic Fruit Samples 12/7
Just letting you know that on Tuesday 12/7 from 4:00 to 500 we’re inviting Good Life Organics to come offer samples of fruit and to see who would be interested in signing up for an organic fruit delivery program right here at New School-West. They come recommended by our neighboring preschool families for offering seasonal, 100…
Food Drive Monday
On Monday, you will notice a big barrel marked Westside Food Bank in the middle courtyard as you enter the school. Every year we support their efforts to bring food to those families in our community who need our help. The holidays, are a good time to help our children feel the importance of giving and sharing…
NSW & ReDiscover!
IMG_5541 Originally uploaded by NSW photostream Have you ever wondered about the interesting recycled and repurposed materials in our school’s building areas and wanted to know the story behind them? In 2002 (and again in 2007), after returning from Reggio Emilia to observe their schools, NSW teachers were intrigued by the way the Italian teachers…
A touch of Santa magic
Last year Tamy wrote: Establishing New Traditions While Honoring Old Ones By Tamy Cohen (mom of Sadie morning WW and daughter of Barbara “Bapa” Polland You’ve raised an issue that is a topic in our home this year also. Our daughter, Sadie, is now starting to ask Santa questions.
Hannukah vs. Santa
I was sent a fantastic “Ask Roleen” question about Hannukah vs. Santa this time last year and reached for two of my Jewish ECE colleagues for response. Sadie Jade’s mom, Tamy, followed up with her version of the story which adds another dimension. Here it is again for you to enjoy. Don’t forget you have…
And after the Bazaar….this weekend
Black Friday is behind us, Cyber Monday too, For those who fancy shopping, What are we to do? If there was just a place to find that perfect Holiday treat, A spot where smiles are in strong supply & joyous people meet. Peach Tree Pottery is that place, featuring artists & their works, No…
It’s a Boy!
Valerie and Ben are expecting their first child in May, and it’s a boy! Welcome Dominic!
“We could sew some and surprise Silvana.” – Sadie
While observing a group of children prepare food for each other in the East Wing house area, a conversation emerged about the fabric cupcakes and how much they like them. Admiring the one Sadie B. is using, Devin says, “Can I have the pink cupcake?” “I’m still using it. ” Sadie tells her and Devin…