Routines are the best way to ensure a smooth morning.
To help the new families, and remind the old ones, we would like to offer a sample of how the mornings work and what to do upon arrival. Also, please note some added tips at the end.
7:30- 8:15- All children, East and West, gather in the West Wing
8:15-8:30 East Wingers transition into East Wing and, after saying good bye, work in the south end of the classroom
8:30 For the East Wingers, the Front Yard woodchip area opens as a choice
8:45 East Wing children are given a 5 minute reminder and final good byes are made to parents at this time
8:50 Clean Up time
8:55 East Wing children transition into morning meeting
9:00 East Wing meeting time begins
Tips for East Wing Parents and Children
Children with parents stay on the north end of the EW classroom.
After saying goodbye the children transition in the south end of the classroom where they make their appointments and sign in. The choices for work/play will be on the rug using floor puzzles and magnet blocks or at the communication table using the dry erase boards or other materials that are set up for them. The Front Yard woodchip area will open after 8:30 ·
Meeting time begins at 9:00 and all goodbyes should have been completed by this time. This is a very important time of day when teachers and children gather, share information, and learn about new ideas and materials.
**Remember to come early if you and your child have a routine of spending time together before saying goodbye. · Anyone arriving after 9:00 should prepare their child to say goodbye upon arrival and, to limit interruptions, a teacher will help them into the morning meeting area.