The Sandbox | April 25, 2018 Wise Words Gender & Brilliance I was doing some sleuthing in the research literature recently — one of my favorite pastimes — and I stumbled across a study that, in my opinion, should have gotten much wider circulation. I've spoken and written about sensitive periods in early childhood. There's a sensitive period for language, for a sense of order, and even for social behavior; but there may be another sensitive period that may have remained hidden until now. Read more... Earth Week (April 23-27) As part of Earth Week, we will collect the following recyclable items to help our animal friends at the DC Animal Shelter between April 23rd-27th. Please put them in the box on the front porch.
Friday, April 27th 7:45-9:00am Please join us for the final Fathers, Grandfathers, and Fatherly Figures breakfast of the school year! In alignment with the Pet Parade and other Earth Week activities, our theme will be "Caring For Eachother and Caring For our Planet." Bring your children and their favorite stuffed animal for the Pet Parade. Planning Ahead (Welcome Week: 18-19 School Year) Monday, August 27th (8:30 - 9:30 am) Teacher Meet and Greet Drop-in to meet your child's teachers and see your child's new classroom. Event for Parents and Students.
Tuesday, August 28th OR Wednesday, August 29th NCRC Student Orientation Students are assigned ONE of these dates to come to school and meet half of their class. This is a full day of school and gives children and teachers the opportunity to spend time together and learn new routines. Your assigned orientation date will be sent to families in July. Orientation for Students only.
First Day of School for ALL children. NCRC Picnic Blankets, Totes, & Hoodies: Last Call for Orders! Start your PJ Picnic prep now with custom NCRC picnic blankets, totes, and hoodies! Order now and pick-up when you arrive at the Pajama Picnic on May 22nd so you can enjoy them that night. Last day for spring orders is Monday, April 30th at 6pm EST Payment is credit card only. All items subject to 5.75% DC sales tax. NCRC Picnic Blanket - $20 Each The foldable picnic blanket features a waterproof bottom, carrying handle, and the NCRC logo in on the navy front flap (not shown in image) NCRC Tote - $15 Each Adult Hoodie - $40 Each Child Hoodie - $25 Each NCRC Combo - Picnic Blanket & Tote for $30 ($5 savings) Please contact Lindsay with questions Coming Up... Staff Luncheon Flowers During the Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, May 4th, each NCRC staff member is gifted with a floral arrangement to take home. This year, NCRC mom and owner of Little Acre Flowers, Tobie Whitman, will be organizing and arranging the flowers in her studio with a small team of parent volunteers. With this in mind, we're looking to parents to help cover the cost of the beautiful blooms that will be gifted to our teachers, administrators, and support staff! Whether you sponsor one arrangement or a bevy of bouquets, your generosity is greatly appreciated! Bouquets are $20 each, which covers the cost of flowers, a vase, and transport material. Thursday, May 10th 7:00pm at The Apollo (600 H Street NE) Did you know that there was an Apollo Theater in DC, not only in Harlem? It stood on the site of the newly developed Apollo Building -- the site of our upcoming event! There is still time to purchase tickets for a night you don't want to miss! Marcus Johnson, Billboard acclaimed jazz musician and current NCRC parent, will perform with his band under the stars. Cocktails and tasty treats will be served in abundance. Best of all, spend time with your classmates and NCRC families! Only 35 tickets remain - get yours today!
Welcome Events for Incoming Head of School, James Carroll Wednesday, May 16 (6:00-7:30pm) Cocktail reception for current NCRC Parents & Trustees, NCRC Playhouse Patio Tuesday, May 22 (5:30-7:30pm) NCRC Playground One More Week for Family Ads! Parents, Grandparents, and Family Friends are invited to purchase space in the yearbook - also known as a Family Ad - for a photo and/or message for their little one, a beloved teacher, or to their classmates. Family Ads are available in full-page, half-page, or quarter-page sizes. All entries must be received by Monday, April 30th All proceeds from Family Ad sales will go toward printing the yearbook, with any remainder going to the Tuition Assistance Fund Please contact Lindsay with any questions Resources Dear CDT, I am an alum parent but I wanted to let you know about a beautiful moment I had at a park recently. My son continues to work on strengthening his mobility. His gait is improving every day. Last weekend we bumped into another former NCRC family at a park in Maryland. The kids were so excited to see each other. We parents were chatting away and the boys decided to go off to the lakeside to look for frogs. Read more...
Parent Class: Spring 2018 with Dr. Dan April 10 - June 5 St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Potomac, MD (9 Tuesdays) April 19 – June 21 Sunset Hills Montessori, Reston, VA(10 Thursdays) This interactive program is for parents of children with challenging behaviors National Child Research Center | 3209 Highland Place NW, Washington, DC 20008 P:(202)363-8777 | F: (202)244-3459 |