Pattonville PAT Post
February 2019
Note from the Director
The days are starting to get longer which means warmer weather is on it's way! This time of year, people can get a little stir crazy with all this cold weather and not being able to get out as much as they like. Practicing yoga and mindfulness can help bring a calming to our lives and especially right now as we are not out moving around as much to get our 'wiggles' out. Take a minute for yourself - you won't regret it!
Peer Model Program
Have you heard about our Peer Model program? The Peer Model Program provides an opportunity for typically developing children to be integrated into our Early Childhood Special Education classrooms to serve as role models for our children with special needs. All of our preschool classrooms are integrated with children with special needs, however our peer model program in unique in that it is exclusive for our classrooms with more specific special education needs, such as autism.
Peer Model students provide positive peer interactions, demonstrate play skills, and model appropriate language and behavior for children with special needs while in the classroom setting. This model provides a wide range of learning opportunities that is both stimulating and challenging for both groups of children. The program also promotes belonging, friendships, understanding and acceptance of others who are different.
A Peer Model student must demonstrate age-appropriate skills in the areas of play, social, behavior, speech, language and motor. Additionally, all peer models must be independent with toileting and speak English fluently. Children must be at least 3 years old by July 31, 2019 in order to be eligible. To ensure an appropriate fit for both the program and the peer models, children will need to participate in a developmental screening, a play-based screening and meet certain criteria.
The peer model program is offered for our half-day classes only. Children in the full-day program are not eligible at this time. Note, that children must meet the eligibility requirements for the peer model program and must be selected (limited spaces available).
If you are interested in your child participating in the program next school year, you will need to:
Peer Model students provide positive peer interactions, demonstrate play skills, and model appropriate language and behavior for children with special needs while in the classroom setting. This model provides a wide range of learning opportunities that is both stimulating and challenging for both groups of children. The program also promotes belonging, friendships, understanding and acceptance of others who are different.
A Peer Model student must demonstrate age-appropriate skills in the areas of play, social, behavior, speech, language and motor. Additionally, all peer models must be independent with toileting and speak English fluently. Children must be at least 3 years old by July 31, 2019 in order to be eligible. To ensure an appropriate fit for both the program and the peer models, children will need to participate in a developmental screening, a play-based screening and meet certain criteria.
The peer model program is offered for our half-day classes only. Children in the full-day program are not eligible at this time. Note, that children must meet the eligibility requirements for the peer model program and must be selected (limited spaces available).
If you are interested in your child participating in the program next school year, you will need to:
- Complete the peer model application. application link
- If your child has not had a recent (June 2018 or later) developmental screening through our PAT program, they will need to have a developmental screening. You can sign up for a screening at the button below marked Free Developmental Screenings for ages 3-6.
- Finally, applicants will be invited to participate in a play-based screening. The play-based screening will take place sometime the week of April 29-May 2. You will receive additional information at a later date.
A Book of One's Own
Children are more likely to become avid readers if they have a few books of their own. There is a special pleasure - even for young children - in being able to go to their own bookshelf and browse through favorite books.
Books can be expensive though, especially if they are new and hardback. Paperback and used books are much less expensive, yet just as cherished. Quality children's books, at very reasonable prices, often can be found at half-price bookstores, yard sales, thrift shops or public library sales. Take your time browsing and be choosy. The cost savings is worth the time it takes to look for good books. What exactly makes a good children's book? Strong characters, rich vocabulary, magnificent illustrations and emotional connection.
Books make wonderful gifts. Tell grandparents and others that you welcome gifts of storybooks. And remember that when you buy a book for your child and read it together, you are laying a strong foundation for the child's lifelong learning.
If your family is in need of some children's books, we have some donated books that need a new home. Stop by the Early Childhood office to pick some out! If you are unable to come by the center during school hours, send us an email at PattonvilleEC@psdr3.org and we will have your parent educator pick some out for you and bring them on your next visit.
Books can be expensive though, especially if they are new and hardback. Paperback and used books are much less expensive, yet just as cherished. Quality children's books, at very reasonable prices, often can be found at half-price bookstores, yard sales, thrift shops or public library sales. Take your time browsing and be choosy. The cost savings is worth the time it takes to look for good books. What exactly makes a good children's book? Strong characters, rich vocabulary, magnificent illustrations and emotional connection.
Books make wonderful gifts. Tell grandparents and others that you welcome gifts of storybooks. And remember that when you buy a book for your child and read it together, you are laying a strong foundation for the child's lifelong learning.
If your family is in need of some children's books, we have some donated books that need a new home. Stop by the Early Childhood office to pick some out! If you are unable to come by the center during school hours, send us an email at PattonvilleEC@psdr3.org and we will have your parent educator pick some out for you and bring them on your next visit.
RESCHEDULED
The early years of a child’s life are the most important for brain development. Join us for an engaging, hands-on learning activity geared to gain knowledge and understanding of how life events impact brain development.
April 17 from 6-7 pm
Child care provided.
Topic: Brain Development
March 13 from 9:30 - 10:30
April 10 from 9:30 - 10:30
Topic: Family Supports
May 8 from 9:30 - 10:30
Free Developmental Screenings for Kids 6 - 35 Months
3 BY 3! Our goal is for kids to have 3 developmental screenings by age 3. Has your child been screened? PAT offers free developmental screenings for children ages 6-35 months. Click on the button above to sign-up.
Free Developmental Screenings for Kids 3-6
Parents as Teachers (PAT) offers free developmental screenings for children ages 3-Kindergarten. Click on the button above to sign-up.
Parent Educators
Kathy Albers kalbers@psdr3.org
Lori Connors lconnors@psdr3.org
Lori Connors lconnors@psdr3.org
Tammy Davis tdavis@psdr3.org
Tess Gaeng tgaeng@psdr3.org
Julie Hilker jhilker@psdr3.org
Cheryl Norfolk cnorfolk@psdr3.org
Kathy Webber kwebber@psdr3.org
PTO Meeting
Our next PTO meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 19th at the ECC in the multipurpose room. 6 - 7 pm
Childcare provided.
Blue Iguana Car Wash Fundraiser
Visit the Blue Iguana Car Was at 11647 St Charles Rock Road any day in February. PTO will get 25% of the proceeds.
Use the code 1234
Use the code 1234
Pirate & Princess Prom
Mark your calendars for our second annual Pirate & Princess Prom. The event will be at the Pattonville Early Childhood Center from 6:00-7:30 on March 1st! Look for more information to be coming home soon!
Event Information
TEAM CENTRAL GYMNASTICS
PTO hosts a fun day at Team Central Gymnastics the second Friday of each month at 9:30 am. Bring kids for tumbling to help develop their coordination, strength and flexibility. Wear shorts, T-shirts and bare feet. Long hair needs to be pulled back. Ages 18 months to 5 years.
Group rate cost is $6 per child (cash or check only). Please turn in to Kendra (314-213-8100) at the ECC by the Wednesday before by 4:30 pm. NO late sign-ups.
Group rate cost is $6 per child (cash or check only). Please turn in to Kendra (314-213-8100) at the ECC by the Wednesday before by 4:30 pm. NO late sign-ups.
When?
Friday, Mar 8, 2019, 09:30 AM
Where?
Team Central Gymnastics Academy, Metro Boulevard, Maryland Heights, MO, USA
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