The Sandbox 2017-18, Issue #120

The Sandbox | October 25, 2017

Coming Up

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

Calling All Grandparents! Invitations will be going out shortly 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 at cdiamond@ncrcpreschool.org.

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

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

Meet with Val

A Note from Val:

In talking with many parents regarding the ongoing schools process, I am often reminded of an article I shared last year entitled, "Kindergarten: to wait or not to wait... that is the question." I think many of you would benefit from reading and I hope you enjoy!

Read here!

Family Camping Trips - Space is Limited!

There are a few spots left - SIGN UP TODAY!

Trip #1: Nov. 4-5th

(Please email George no later than tomorrow, 10/26)

Trip #2: Nov. 11-12th

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

NCRC Open House

Spread the Word!

Our Annual Admissions Open House is just around the corner!

Sunday, November 12 from 1:00-3:00pm

Please share with any family or friends who might be interested learning about our school and community from NCRC faculty, staff, and parents.

Event Details & Online Sign-up

NCRC Fund: Double Your Impact

Together, we can reach

Click Here to Donate Now

Did you know that many firms and corporations provide opportunities to double your contribution to NCRC? Each year, matching corporate donations make a tremendous impact on our fundraising efforts and allow NCRC to provide incredible resources like the transformative Child Development Team and enriching special programs. Please contact your Human Resources department about your company's matching gift policy.

Please don't hesitate to contact the NCRC Fund Chairs - or Chris or Lindsay - with any questions regarding the NCRC Fund.

THANK YOU to the parents, grandparents, faculty, and friends of NCRC who have already contributed this year to support our mission!