PLAYFUL PALS PLAYSCHOOL

Session 2 Registration

2012-01-13T06:50:00.000-08:00

Playful Pals is now taking registration for session 2. Our program begins on Feb 21 and have many fun and exciting things planned this session. If you would like more information about registration or programming, please call us at 905-858-5910 ext. 162 or voicemail 710.

Thank-you!

2011-08-26T06:04:00.000-07:00

Dear Parents,

Staff will be returning to playschool the week of Aug. 29th. We are continuing to take registration for the up coming session beginning Sept. 26th. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. If you are planning to drop by, please phone to ensure someone will be available when you arrive.

Thank-you

Playschool Staff

Registration

2011-05-20T10:20:00.000-07:00

We are now taking registration for the Fall session. Please complete the registration form and provide your $25.00 registration fee in order to hold your child's spot.

The fall session begins in late September.

Thank-you!

Registration forms are available in the playschool classroom - room 111 in John Fraser Secondary School.

Graduation

2011-05-10T09:29:00.000-07:00

Dear Parents,

We have started rehearsing for our upcoming graduation. We are hoping that you can help your child by practicing the songs at home. The graduation is being held on June 1 (Wednesday). We will update you regarding the time of the concert, in the next week or two.

Thank-you,
Ms. Whitford & Mrs . Short

Showers & Flowers Week #6

2011-04-04T09:14:00.001-07:00

This week we have a special guest coming to visit. Patricia from our local library (Mississauga Library) is coming to visit and perform a special circle and story time. We hope all the little friends enjoy her visit.

Under the Sea - Week #5

2011-03-31T07:26:00.000-07:00

This week, the children will be learning all about the creatures that live under the sea. We will be learning about fish, octopus, turtles, lobsters and many more. The teachers this week have many fun activities planned that focus on the child's fine motor skills, as well as many numeracy and literacy connections. This week we are also starting to practice some of our songs for our graduation ceremony. We are starting to learn the song: "There I Was". This song can be found in the blue duotang that all parents recieved during the first week of session 2. We hope you can help your child practice at home. Thank-you, Playschool Staff

In Dinosaur Time - Week #4

2011-03-21T08:42:00.000-07:00

Parents,

This week the children will be learning all about Dinosaurs. The big friends have many fun activities planned for their enjoyment. Some of the themes of the day are T-Rex, Brontosaurus, Triceratops etc.

If you have any questions about the activities of crafts this week, please feel free to ask.

REGISTRATION - Session II

2011-01-21T05:02:00.000-08:00

Parents,

We are now taking registration for session II which runs from Feb. 22, - June 1st. Please contact Mrs. Short or Ms. Whitford for more information regarding the program.

Registration fee is $25.00 and is non-refundable. Playschool fee is $33.00/week.

REGISTRATION - Session II - Now Taking Place

2010-12-13T12:23:00.000-08:00

Parents,

Session I is coming to an end. We look forward to seeing you at our Holiday Concert Wednesday, December 15th. If you are planning to return or know someone that may benefit from our program, we are now registering for session II. Please submit your $25.00 registration fee to Ms. Whitford or Mrs. Short this week to reserve your child's space.

Thank-you!

Week #12 - Music Makers

2010-12-03T10:19:00.000-08:00

Over the past few weeks we have been working on a number of different skills including fine motor, concept attainment and patterning skills. Concept attainment involves students learning to classify a set of object or events and will aid in their scientific knowledge. Patterning skills help preschoolers with math skills. "A preschooler must grasp several key concepts to begin to learn math. These concepts include sorting, counting and patterning. Use of these three concepts while doing everyday activities helps a preschooler understand" the math concepts. We will continue to work on these skills, as they are difficult and require practice. If you have any questions/concerns about any of the activities/crafts that your child brings home, please feel free to ask Mrs. Short or Ms. Whitford.

This week we are continuing to practice for our holiday concert. We hope the children are practicing at home.

Week #11 - Winter Wonderland

2010-11-29T08:10:00.000-08:00

This week we are learning all about winter. The big friends have some fun circle times planned and will be teaching the children all about what to wear, what they can do in the winter as well as about snowmen. We will continue to practice for the festive concert and hope that you are at home too.

Ms. Whitford & Mrs. Short

IMPORTANT

2010-11-19T10:18:00.000-08:00

Parents,

Please be aware that the Festive Concert is on Wednesday, Dec. 15th. We have started to rehearse and are hoping that you can help at home. A song sheet will be distributed and we are hoping that the children can practice with you.

If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Short or Ms. Whitford

Week #10 - Let's Pretend

2010-11-19T10:17:00.000-08:00

This week the children will be pretending to be different characters. The big friends have some fun themes planned (pirates, bugs, space, princess/prince etc.). We hope the children enjoy!

Week # 9 - My 5 Senses

2010-11-16T11:46:00.000-08:00

This week the children will be learning about the 5 Senses (sight, sound, smell, touch and taste). The big buddies have many fun learning activities planned which incorporate creativity, fine and gross motor skill development.

Week #7 - Community Helpers

2010-11-01T11:21:00.000-07:00

IMPORTANT: Please be advised that this week playschool will run Monday, TUESDAY and Friday.

This week we are learning all about people in our community. We will be learning about Police Officers, Firefighters, Medical Staff and many more. Our afternoon children will have the opportunity to meet the Firefighters of Mississauga, and have the opportunity to explore a real fire truck. We hope they have a great time.

Week #6 - Happy Halloween

2010-10-26T07:57:00.000-07:00

Ghost and goblins and witches too! This week we will be learning all about Halloween. The big
buddies have many fun activities planned. Many of the themes this week are about pumpkins, bats, ghosts and witches.

Parents, please remember to send your child in their Halloween costume on Friday. We will be going on a Halloween party parade.

Week #5 - The Seasons (Fall)

2010-10-18T09:39:00.000-07:00

This week is all about the seasons - specifically the fall. The high school students (big buddies) have been busy getting the crafts and games prepared and have many exciting activities planned. The little buddies will be learning about the fall, winter, summer and spring. The fall is a wonderful time for family activities outdoors. There are many farms and parks to visit.

Week #4 - Old MacDonald's Farm

2010-10-08T11:58:00.001-07:00

IMPORTANT - this week, playschool will run on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

"Old MacDonald had a farm E-I-E-I-O". This week the "big friends" have planned many fun games and crafts - many of which focus on the "little buddies" fine motor skills and creativity. We will be focusing on farm animals such as the cow and pig, as well as the farmer and his roles and responsibilities on the farm. We hope the children enjoy this week.

Week #3 - I Am Thankful For...

2010-10-04T09:38:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving is fast approaching. This week we are learning all about Thanksgiving. Some of the themes we are covering are: family, food and the turkey. The "big friends" (high school students) have some beautiful games and crafts ready for the children. We hope they enjoy them.

If your family is looking for activities on Thanksgiving weekend please check out the Turkey Hunt at the Erin Meadows branch library.

Week #2 - Come Along and Count with Me

2010-09-22T16:22:00.001-07:00

This week our little buddies will begin using their number and letter scrapbooks - which will be used throughout session 1 and 2. They will be learning about numeracy and literacy. We have many fun activities planned for our little buddies. Through the use of a story Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 the children will be learning their numbers 1-10. Our big buddies have developed many fun games and crafts our buddies. We hope they have fun!

Welcome - Week #1

2010-09-17T14:14:00.000-07:00

Welcome "little friends" and parents. The playschool staff and students have been very busy getting ready for our 2010 school year. We have many fun activities planned. This week, the little friends will be learning all about school.

Please note that this week playschool will run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

We are looking forward to meeting everyone. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to Ms. Whitford or Mrs. Short.

Parking

2010-09-01T05:29:00.001-07:00

Dear Parents,

Please be advised that parking in the staff and/or daycare parking spots may result in a ticket and/or your car may be towed. Please park in the parking lot to the west of the school. If you need further clarification, please ask.

Ms. Whitford & Mrs. Short

Fall Registration

2010-09-01T05:24:00.000-07:00

Playful Pals is now accepting registration for the fall. The fall session begins on Sept. 20 and runs through until Dec. 15. If you are interested in hearing more about our program please feel free to call us at (905) 858-5910 ext. 162, OR drop in after Sept. 7, between 8:30 - 2:30.

Thank-you,
Playschool Staff

Bunnies, Bunnies, Bunnies Week 5

2010-03-26T15:44:00.000-07:00

REMINDER

Dear Parents,

This week we would like to remind you that Playschool runs 2 days. We will not be open Friday April, 2 as this is the Easter holiday. Playschool will resume on Wednesday April 7th.

Thank-you,
Playschool Staff

This week your children will be learning all about the spring season - about the different types of bunnies and what bunnies do. We have many fun crafts and games planned for their enjoyment. These activities are geared towards enhancing the children's fine motor and problem solving skills. We hope your children enjoy these activities and welcome any feedback or suggestions for the future.

Neighbourhood Helpers

2009-12-03T05:36:00.000-08:00

This week we will be welcoming some special guests. We have two police officers visiting our playschool. They will be speaking with the children about safety in our homes and our neighbourhood.

As the holidays are fast approaching, we are beginning our holiday concert rehearsals this week. We encourage parents and children to practice songs at home. If you would like a copy of the words, please ask Mrs. Short or Ms. Yearwood.

Old MacDonald's Farm

2009-10-20T09:08:00.000-07:00

This week we have a special guest. A librarian from the public library will be visiting our classroom and sharing a special story and circle time all about farm animals. We hope that the children enjoy this experience and that it sparks their interest in literacy.

Week 3 - I Am Thankful For...

2009-10-05T05:08:00.001-07:00

This week the children will be learning all about the celebration of Thanksgiving. Friday they will be constructing a turkey craft. The children will also be continuing to work on their letter scrapbooks and take a trip to the library this week. Please note that next week the schedule for playschool is changed due to the long weekend.

Thank-you!

Week 2 - Now I know my ABC's

2009-09-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!

This week the children will be learning all about their ABC's. The children will begin their alphabet books this week. This book will be part of our program for the remainder of the school year. The children will also be beginning to take trips to the library. Each week they will be permitted to take out a book which is to be returned each Friday.

REGISTRATION - JUNE 3

2009-05-22T04:54:00.000-07:00

Playschool will be accepting registration for September 2009 on Wednesday, June 3, 2009. If you are interested or have any question please feel free to stop by Rm. 111 - located inside John Fraser Secondary School between 8:30 - 2:30 or call (905) 858-5910 ext. 162.

Thank-you!
Ms. Whitford

Pre-Registration Now Taking Place!

2009-05-13T08:39:00.000-07:00

Parents,

Now is the time to register your child for the next school year. Our program will begin running September 21, 2009. Limited space is available. In order to ensure your child has a spot, please register and provide your $25.00 registration fee. We have many fun themes planned for the next session. Special guests and events have been booked including a visit from our Erin Meadows Librarian who performs special story times, interactive songs and activities as well as puppetry.

If you have any questions please call (905) 858-5910 ext. 162 or 710 and speak with Ms. Whitford or Mrs. Short.

Thank-you!

IMPORTANT - FYI

2009-04-27T05:21:00.000-07:00

Dear Parents,

Due to an upcoming P.D. Day and the Victoria Day long weekend, Playful Pals will be changing its schedule for the week of May 11th. Playschool will run on Tuesday May 12, Wednesday May 13 and Thursday May 14 - sorry for any inconvenience.

Also - graduation is fast approaching. The graduation will take place on Thursday May 21 this year. The morning graduation will run from 9:30 - 10:30 and the afternoon graduation will run from 1:00 - 2:00.

If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Short or Ms. Whitford.

Thank-you!

Wheels, Wings & Moving Things

2009-04-23T05:14:00.000-07:00

Cars, planes, trains, buses, trucks and many more. This week the children will be learning about all different forms of transportation. The teachers of the week have chosen many fun stories and have designed many creative crafts. The crafts this week will help develop the child's fine motor skills, recognition of the different forms of transportation and their creativity. We hope the children enjoy!

If parents have extra empty Kleenex boxes around the house, please bring them in - we will require them for one of our crafts.

Thank-you,
Ms. Whitford

Get The Beat

2009-04-20T07:26:00.000-07:00

This week the children will be learning all about music. They will be learning about the different types of instruments and their groupings, the beat of the music, and they will even have an opportunity to play their own musical instrument. We have many creative crafts planned this week - we hope you enjoy!

Long Weekend

2009-04-08T04:27:00.001-07:00

Dear Parents,

Please be aware that due to the Easter holiday weekend, Playful Pals will not be open Friday April 10 or Monday April 13. We will resume our normal schedule Wednesday April 15. Thank-you for your understanding.

Ms. Whitford

Week 6 - Bunnies and Baskets

2009-04-06T06:56:00.000-07:00

We have many fun activities planned this week. We have an egg hunt game (plastic eggs NOT chocolate) planned and many fun crafts that involve the children's fine motor skills and creativity.

Week 5 - Friends of the Forest

2009-03-31T04:42:00.000-07:00

This week the children will be learning all about the animals found in a forest. We have many fun surprises including one very special treat. This week, we will be viewing small segments of the Disney classic - Bambie. The movie reinforces the theme and teaches the children about the various animals and their habitats. We also have many fun games, songs and crafts planned.

Week 4 - Family Matters

2009-03-24T06:43:00.000-07:00

This week the children will be learning all about different types of families and what families do together. We encourage parents to discuss who is a member of your family, as we will be discussing this with your children.

The crafts and games the children will be playing help develop their fine motor skills and hand eye co-ordination.

Ms. Whitford

Parking

2009-02-24T09:42:00.000-08:00

Parents, please be aware that Playful Pals is not permitted to park in the area designated "Daycare Parking". These spots are reserved for the parents of the children who attend PLASP. Playful Pals is also not permitted to park in the area designated "Staff Parking". These spots are reserved for office and secretarial staff.

Please park in the visitor parking lots around the school. If you need assistance, please ask Mrs. Short or Ms. Whitford.

Thank-you for your understanding.

Welcome Back

2009-02-24T07:00:00.000-08:00

Welcome Back Little Buddies and Parents!

This is our first week back at playschool. Mrs. Short, Ms. Whitford and the Big Friends at Playful Pals are looking forward to meeting all of our new Little Friends. This week we will be learning all about numbers. Some of the activities include Chicka Chicka 1-2-3, and our Number and Letter Scrapbooks.

We hope you all enjoy your first week at playschool, and we look forward to many more.

Session II Registration Now In Progress

2009-01-06T06:19:00.001-08:00

Playful Pals is now taking registration for session II beginning on Feb 23. If you are interested in our program please call to schedule a visit to our facility. We can be reached Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. You can also leave us a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible. Our phone number is (905) 858-5910 ext. 162 or voicemail ext. 710.

Session II Themes of the Week

Week 1 Feb 23-25-27 1-2-3 Count With Me
Week 2 Mar 2-4-6 In Dinosaur Time
Week 3 Mar 9-11-13 Healthy Me
Week 4 Mar 23-25-27 Family Matters
Week 5 Mar 30 - 1-1 Friends of the Forest
Week 6 April 6-8 Bunnies & Baskets
Week 7 April 15-17 Creepy Crawlers
Week 8 April 20-22-24 "Get the Beat"
Week 9 April 27-29-1 Wheels, Wings & Moving Things
Week 10 May 4-6-8 House Pets
Week 11 May 11-13-15 Summertime Fun
Week 12 May 19-20-21 Graduation & Social

Photo Day Pictures

2008-12-08T08:49:00.000-08:00

Dear Parents/Guardians:

We have recieved the childrens photos. We will be offering a package of photos for $25.00. This package will include (2) 5 x 7, (4) 4 x 6 & (8) wallets. If you are interested in ordering this package please speak to Ms. Whitford OR Mrs. Short.

Photos will be ready for pick up on Monday Dec. 15, 2008.

Thank-you!

Mittens & Scarves

2008-12-08T08:44:00.000-08:00

With the cold weather upon us, we will be teaching the children all about winter weather. The teachers-of-the-week have developed some beautiful bulletin boards to teach the children about winter clothing. They have also developed many fun games which utilize fine motor skills, problem solving skills and recognition skills. This week we also have some special guests - musicians. They will be playing some holiday music for the children.

Holiday Party

2008-12-02T08:41:00.000-08:00

Dear Parents:

We invite you to join us with your child on Thursday, December 18th for Playful Pals Playschool annual festive holiday party. There is NO playschool on Friday, December 19th, due to changes in the highschool schedule.

Morning session:
Please arrive with your child at 9:30 a.m. NOT 8:30 a.m.

Afternoon session:
Please arrive with your child at 1:15 p.m. NOT 12:15 p.m.

We have been rehearsing and are looking forward to seeing you!

Playful Pals Staff and Students

All About Me

2008-12-01T04:26:00.000-08:00

This week the children will be learning all about themselves. They will be learning about the different parts of the body, how to take care of themselves and their emotions. The "teachers-of-the-week" have many fun activities planned. The game shown teaches children how to dress themselves and also teaches the parts of the body (head, shoulders, knees, toes, eyes, ears, mouth and nose). One of the songs that we will be singing this week is called 'head and shoulders'. We hope that the children share this song with you at home.

Shapes

2008-11-17T06:54:00.000-08:00

This week the children will be learning about all different types of shapes. They will be learning about the circle, square, triangle, rectangle and many more. We have many fun and creative crafts this week. We hope you enjoy talking about them at home.

Music Makers

2008-11-06T12:21:00.000-08:00

This week, your child will be learning all about music. They will have the opportunity to see live musicians (teachers-of-the-week) and learn about the different instruments that they play. They will also have the opportunity to make and play instruments of their own. The children will be learning the beat of music through these activities.

The game shown (Monkey's Music Match) is based on the children's book Monkey's Marching Band by Michaela Muntean and Nicole Rubel. Your child will learn about the cymbals, the trumpet, the piccolo, the tuba, the drum and the xylophone. This game uses children's fine motor skills as well as their recognition skills. We hope they enjoy putting together their own marching band.

Our 4 Seasons

2008-10-31T11:43:00.000-07:00

Please note this week playschool will run on Tuesday Nov. 4, Thursday Nov. 6 and Friday Nov. 7. This is due to a P.D. day on Monday and Gr. 9 take your children to work day on Wednesday. Thank-you for your understanding.

This week your children will be learning all about our seasons (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer). The teachers-of-the-week have lots of fun games, songs, fingerplays and crafts planned for the children. The game shown (Fletcher's favourite fall tree) helps your child develop their fine motor skills, colour recognition as well as numeracy skills.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2008-10-29T07:13:00.000-07:00

On Friday, October 31, Playful Pals Playschool will be going on a Halloween parade. Children are to come to playschool in their costume. If you would like to bring Halloween treats for the children (not a requirement), please ensure that they are PEANUT FREE. Each parent who chooses to bring treats will distribute treats (to the parents of the children) at the end of our day. Parents are asked to ensure that their child's treats are PEANUT FREE as Playful Pals is not responsible.

Thank-you!

Playful Pals Classroom

2008-10-27T07:26:00.000-07:00

Our classroom - located just inside the main doors of John Fraser Secondary School (Rm 111). The Playful Pals classroom is a well-equipped and colourful environment. Here you see some of our learning centres which involve children with books, music, computers, art media, puzzles, blocks and role play materials.

Theme of the week

2008-10-22T12:39:00.000-07:00

Each week of our program is designed around a specific theme of the week. Below is a schedule
of our themes of the week.

Week 1 - Playschool & Me (Sept 29, Oct 1, 3)
Week 2 - Turkey Talk (Oct 6, 8, 10)
Week 3 - Now I Know My ABC's (Oct 14, 15, 17)
Week 4 - Going To The Zoo (Oct 20, 22, 24)
Week 5 - Halloween Fun (Oct 27, 29, 31)
Week 6 - Our 4 Seasons (Nov 4, 6, 7)
Week 7 - Music Makers (Nov 10, 12, 14)
Week 8 - The Shape of Things (Nov 17, 19, 21)
Week 9 - Fun With Colour (Nov 24, 26, 28)
Week 10 - All About Me (Dec 1, 3, 5)
Week 11 - Mittens & Scarves (Dec 8, 10, 12)
Week 12 - Holidays (Dec 15, 17, 19)

PLAYFUL PALS PLAYSCHOOL

Session 2 Registration

Registration

Graduation

Showers & Flowers Week #6

Under the Sea - Week #5

In Dinosaur Time - Week #4

REGISTRATION - Session II

REGISTRATION - Session II - Now Taking Place

Week #12 - Music Makers

Week #11 - Winter Wonderland

IMPORTANT

Week #10 - Let's Pretend

Week # 9 - My 5 Senses

Week #7 - Community Helpers

Week #6 - Happy Halloween

Week #5 - The Seasons (Fall)

Week #4 - Old MacDonald's Farm

Week #3 - I Am Thankful For...

Week #2 - Come Along and Count with Me

Welcome - Week #1

**Parking**

****Fall Registration****

Bunnies, Bunnies, Bunnies Week 5

Neighbourhood Helpers

Old MacDonald's Farm

Week 3 - I Am Thankful For...

Week 2 - Now I know my ABC's

REGISTRATION - JUNE 3

Pre-Registration Now Taking Place!

IMPORTANT - FYI

Wheels, Wings & Moving Things

Get The Beat

Long Weekend

Week 6 - Bunnies and Baskets

Week 5 - Friends of the Forest

Week 4 - Family Matters

Parking

Welcome Back

Session II Registration Now In Progress

Photo Day Pictures

Mittens & Scarves

Holiday Party

All About Me

Shapes

Music Makers

Our 4 Seasons

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Playful Pals Classroom

Theme of the week

Parking

Fall Registration