Hello, Friends. It’s Monday, November 24th, 2014, and the holidays are upon us and things are moving along. With my “It’s Monday” shout out comes a reminder to take some much needed moments to find the “stillness” because it is in the quiet that the sounds of gratitude become more vibrant. That said, thank you. . . for all you do for us, for your families, and for yourselves. I sooooo appreciate you. Here’s to holding hands while we move forward together:
Nov. 25th, Tomorrow: A lunchtime Thanksgiving Feast for the children at 12:00. Every NSW child is invited to join us around the tables to share some favorite foods together. There are sign ups on the door for you to check out but if you have any questions, ask Kris and/or the teachers. No need to bring lunches tomorrow unless you feel it’s important for your child and/or you. We should have plenty of food for afternoon snack.
Nov. 26th, Wed.: SCHOOL CLOSES AT 3:00. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.
Nov. 27th/28th, Thurs./Fri.: SCHOOL IS CLOSED.
Dec. 3rd, Wed.: The last of Sara’s “Cultivating Family Intention” series. 6:45 to 9:00.
Dec. 4th, Thurs.: Getting together with our GRANDparents for a light lunch at the Pedagogical Institute (PI) in S.M. at 2940 Nebraska Ave. 12:30 to 2:30. Forward the attached flier that was sent to you via email to your parents and have them RSVP to me at thenewschoolwest@gmail.com.
Dec. 6th, Sat.: Our annual Holiday Bazaar from 10 to 3. Forward the flier that was sent to you via email to your friends and family and come nibble, schmooze, and get your shopping done. I’m bringing Taschen books so if you have any requests, let me know now and I’ll order them. You get 20% off and in time for the holidays!
Dec. 10th, Wed.: EW Holiday Party at NSW from 6:30 to 8:00. It’s a potluck so look for signs on the door. Children will sing right away so plan to be onetime. It’s for immediate family only. Extended family and friends are invited to attend our Special Friends Holiday party on the 11th at 3:30 to 4:30.
Dec. 11, Thurs.: Special Friends Holiday party at NSW from 3:30 to 4:30. All the children will sing and we’ll serve cookies and juice. It’s just for your Special Friends and Family.
Dec. 11, Thurs.: WW Holiday Party at NSW from 6:30 to 8:00. It’s a potluck so look for signs on the door. Children will sing right away so plan to be onetime. It’s for immediate family only.
Dec. 19, Fri.: WE ARE CLOSED FOR WINTER BREAK and will reopen on TUESDAY, January 6th. Due to the teachers’ holiday schedules,there will be no Winter Camp this year.
Things you should know besides how much I love you!:
Holidays can be crazy. Don’t let them be. Read the “Holiday” postings in the “Articles” section of the blog. Don’t miss the one I wrote about my mom a few years back. It will give you an inkling of understanding how lucky I’ve been in my life and I love sharing that with you.
January is the month for my R & R in Santa Barbara. I actually work on the new year registration and kindergarten application evals so it’s not all relaxation but definitely restful. I will be email and cell phone connected so you can always find me, though Kris and teachers will be “on” as they so wonderfully are. . . always.
The school will be closed on Friday, January 16th, at 12:15, to give time for our teachers to join me for our annual retreat in Santa Barbara.
The school is closed on Monday, January 19th, for Martin Luther King’s Birthday.
We are hosting 20 teachers from Korea on Thursday, January 29th, and are currently working on the details as they visit four local Reggio-inspired schools. Our focus, besides environment, is how we work with parents. We may be calling on your help! Stay tuned!
We would love for you to join our PI Conference on February 27th/28th with Harold Gothson (our Sweden connection) and more. Check out thinkwithus.org and see everything we’re doing.
So. . . here we go again with fliers attached as promised. Have a much love-filled Thanksgiving. See you next week. xoR