The Sandbox 2017-18, Issue #119

The Sandbox | October 18, 2017

Children need that moment when they don't make the team or don't get the win. In an era when many are focused on not allowing children to fail, this supports what teachers have suggested for years - it's okay to fail. Indeed, you learn so much from it.

This week I re-listened to this podcast from TED Radio Hour and was reminded how great it was. I think every parent should give it a listen.

Enjoy!

"Failure is an Option"

Coming Up

Join us tonight!

Learn about Treetop/Explorer programs from our Head, Teachers, & Other Parents

Wednesday, October 18 from 6:00-7:30pm

RSVP

The next breakfast will be held this

Friday, October 20th at 7:45am

Don't forget to bring your kids!

Attention, Planetpals!

We're collecting the following recycled items in the Treasure Box on the front porch:

Bottle Caps
Apple Sauce Tops (from the squeeze packets)
Egg Cartons
Jewelry Boxes
Newspaper

If you would like to meet with Val to discuss the ongoing schools process, please use this online sign-up.

Meet with Val

We are still collecting boxes of new crayons and pencils to send to Puerto Rico. Please place them in the bin on the front porch or drop them off at the front office.

The NCRC Dads Team is looking for NCRC families and student volunteers to meet on Sunday, October 22 at Macon Bistro and Larder, 5520 Connecticut Avenue, NW from 12.00pm – 2.00pm to assemble and pack the donated materials to be sent on to school organizations in Puerto Rico.

Calling All Grandparents! Invitations will be going out next week for the first Grandparent Reception of the year and we are updating our mailing list. Please send your Grandparent emails and addresses to Director of Advancement, Chris Diamond (cdiamond@ncrcpreschool.org).

Feel free to include another relative or special friend of your child if grandparents are unavailable.

Family Camping Trips - Sign Up Today!

Trip #1: Nov. 4-5th ||| Trip #2: Nov. 11-12th

There are 60 slots available for each camping trip, with a maximum of 30 children per trip. Cost of the trip is $58 per adult, and $133 per child. This cost includes all food, lodging (in platform tents), and activities. Spots are given on a first-come, first-serve basis.

To sign up for a Fall Camping Trip, please email George York at george_york@hotmail.com and include ALL of the following information:

# of Adults Attending
# of Kids Attending
Which Trip (Nov. 4-5th OR Nov. 11-12)
Dietary restrictions, allergies, or other important details pertaining to those who are attending

Dinner & Conversation at Cafe Deluxe with Ms. Judith

Join Ms. Judith on Wednesday, October 25th at Cafe Deluxe

from 6:30-8:30pm for dinner & conversation on Facing Fears and Building Resilience in our Children.

Who: NCRC Parents

When: Wednesday, October 25th

6:30-8:30pm

Where: Cafe Deluxe

3228 Wisconsin Ave NW

Cost: $28 per person

This includes a dinner buffet, dessert, and soft drinks. Cocktails and wine can be purchased separately.

Click Here to Purchase Tickets

Dear Ms. Judith

Dear Ms. Judith,

My son has a child with significant speech delays in his class. I want to invite this child for a play date but I have a hard time understanding him.

What questions should I ask his parents in order to be best prepared to host this child at my house?

Thank you,

Enthusiastic Parent

Dear Enthusiastic Parent,

What a great question and thank you for reaching out. I would suggest that you are honest with his parents about your concerns. Ask them to fill you in regarding their son's way of asking for help, or his way of letting adults know that he needs to go to the potty. You might want to be prepared by stocking up on his favorite foods but making sure that you know what he calls those foods. In addition, make sure that you are aware of any textures that he may not like or be able to swallow. Sometimes kids with speech delays also have some swallowing challenges that are not apparent to the rest of us. Finally, ask his parents if he uses any sign language to communicate his wants or needs. Knowing those signs can help to insure that the playdate goes smoothly.

Have a great time and let me know how it goes!

- Ms. Judith

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