October Perry Preschool Newsletter
T.C. Knapp Elementary School
Welcome Fall!
I hope that this newsletter finds you and your family well! As I reflect on the past month, I am so proud of our pre-k students and how well they have transitioned to school! Their confidence and independence have really taken off! We have conferences coming up next week so hopefully, you have been able to sign up to talk with your child's teacher virtually or in person. Face masks are required for in-person conferences. Conference registration will close on Sunday, October 3rd at 11:00 PM.
Please be sure to reach out to me or your child's teacher if you need anything. We look forward to spending this upcoming school year with your child (ren) and family. My email address is danita.berry@perrylocal.org or 330.478.6174 extension 1035.
Take care and I will touch base again next month!
DaNita Berry, Preschool Principal
Our Preschool Team
Perry Preschool Team
2021-2022
Michelle Beadle- classroom support
DaNita Berry- principal
Janet Brenner- classroom support
Danyelle Carney- classroom support
Elizabeth Craig- classroom support
Jodi Downerd- classroom teacher
Rani Fowler- classroom teacher
Christina Gerber- classroom teacher
Kayla Hogue- classroom teacher
Nicki Maylor- classroom support
Lauren Morris- classroom teacher
Ashley Reinhart- school psychologist
Erica Riley- classroom support
Meghan Barrett- speech therapist
Lynette Dougan-Ray- occupational therapist
Rita Karl- physical therapist
Denise Marsh- physical therapist
Colleen Mauer- occupational therapist
Jenny Pearce- speech therapist
Dates to Remember
October
1- school fundraiser ends
4- no school for preschool students, only
5- conferences 5:00-8:00 p.m.
7- conferences 5:00-8:00 p.m.
8- conferences 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and NO SCHOOL for all Perry students
11- Family Involvement Day at Kingsway Pumpkin Farm- please be there with your child at 9:15, if you are planning to attend
18- no school for preschool students, only
22- end of first nine weeks
28- Trunk or Treat 6:00-8:00p.m.
29- Classroom Harvest Parties -- Unfortunately, there will be no parents or sharing of outside treats permitted. Our school's parent group, PAKT, will supply a prepackaged treat and drink for each student.
Preschool Parent Cafe
The dates are November 4, 11, and 18 (Thursdays) from 5:00-6:30 pm at TC Knapp Elementary. A flier will be shared soon with more information and how to sign up. You are encouraged to attend all three sessions but this is not required. I have included a couple of pictures from our district parent cafe that took place in September. We sure hope you can join us! :)
Let's Talk About It!
We all want our children to be strong communicators and sometimes it is tough to get our littlest ones to engage in conversation. I have provided a link for you to read (it is a quick read). The website is called, Let's Play the Speech and Language Way. Also, within this link, you will find resources to use to help promote speech and language.
2021-2022 Perry Preschool Calendar
Care Team Updates- from Mrs. Reed
The Ex-News Boys J.C. Penney Clothing Vouchers are still available until
October 25th.
Care Team REMIND will soon announce Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance.
Stop at the Career and Wellness Center Friday, October 8th before the Perry vs. Green football game. There will be lots of fun and resources at the Wellness Fair!
TC Knapp's Family Support Specialist is Linda Reed. Please see her contact information below.
Perry Helping Perry
Perry Helping Perry
Food Pantry
9:00-12:00
Trinity UM Church
3757 Lincoln Way East
Massillon
Application and ID required
Supplement Handout
***The Food Pantry is on the third Saturday of each month.***
The car trunk must be clear so space is available for the food.
***PHP Clothes Closet, NOW OPEN...see link below***
Please visit the website for more information: https://perryhelpingperry.com/about
DaNita S. Berry
Perry Local Schools
Preschool PrincipalEmail: danita.berry@perrylocal.org
Website: https://www.perrylocal.org/9/home
Phone: 330.478.6174