Pee Wee Program Parent Welcome Packet Summer 2011

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Dear Families, May 25, 2011

Welcome to Lakeshores Pee Wee Program!

My name is Angela LoGalbo Foll and I am very excited to join Lakeshore Sport and Fitness as the Pee

Wee Program Director. Prior to working at Lakeshore I taught for five years at Immaculate Conception

School in Chicago. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor Degree in Education

and hold an Illinois teaching certificate. During my time as a teacher, I coached basketball and cross-

country. In addition, I developed several programs for children including a fine arts program and

summer camp.

We have many new and exciting changes in place for the summer session. Please take the time to read

through all of the attached information to become familiar with the new policies and programming to

start in the summer. As an overview, the Pee Wee Program is going to provide many opportunities for

growth and learning in accordance with our new philosophy, which is included in our attached Parent

Handbook. Each day will provide an opportunity for learning time. During this time, students will

explore fine art, music, Spanish, drama, dance, as well as literature and math activities to prepare for

kindergarten. The children will also spend time everyday exploring and playing in learning centers.

Finally, students will swim everyday and have outside playtime weather permitting. This approach will

help your child grow and learn in a creative and supportive setting.

I look forward to meeting everyone and getting to know you and your family. I will work with you inany way that I can to make the transition to our program an enjoyable one for your child. I am

dedicated to education and want to help your child develop a lifelong passion for learning.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns about the program.

Sincerely,

Angela LoGalbo Foll

(773) 477-9888 ext. 174

[email protected]

Important Dates

June 12th

11:30-1:00 Camp Open House

June 13th

First Day of Camp

July 4th

No Camp

August 19th

Last Day of Camp
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Lakeshore Sport & Fitness

Pee Wee Program Parent Handbook

1320 W. Fullerton Program Director:

Chicago, Illinois 60614 Angela LoGalbo Foll

Phone: 773-477-9888 ext. 174 [email protected]

General Information

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness Facility

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness has over 185,000 square feet of space. The program will utilize the Pee

Wee Classroom which has recently been updated. The room includes new furniture and toys as well as

an inviting corner for circle time and a new imaginative play center. The program will also make use of

the new playground equipment on the roof and the childrens pool upstairs.

Philosophy

Our philosophy is to provide creative learning experiences for young children. Daily schedules will

provide opportunities for children to explore fine art, music, foreign language skills, gross motor

activities, imaginative play, and literature and math experiences to prepare for kindergarten. Young

children learn in unique ways, which is why we believe in providing a variety of learning opportunities

early on. We believe in the creative process and want children to grow and flourish in that setting. We

believe in helping the child grow as a whole person.

Discipline Policy

The Pee Wee Program follows a positive reinforcement system. This system allows children to feel

proud of their accomplishments and learn new ways to interact and communicate with others. If a

child needs time away from his or her peers, the child will always be accompanied by a caring staffmember. Children will never be placed in time-out or left alone.

Special Needs Policy

We will work with you to meet the needs of your child physically, emotionally, intellectually, and

socially within our abilities based on our staffing and resources. We will work with families to make

necessary plans to accommodate your child in our program.

Classroom Information

What to Bring

Each child should bring a back-pack that they can carry each day. The back-pack should include a swim

suit, diapers/swim diapers, wipes, and a spare change of clothes. If your child needs a Sippy cup for

snack time, please send one. All items MUST be labeled. Please limit any excess belongings. The Pee

Wee Program is not responsible for lost or misplaced items.
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What to Wear

Children should wear comfortable play clothes. Please pay close attention to the weather, as outdoor

play is included in the daily schedule. Children should wear gym shoes or other comfortable shoes that

are easy to take on and off. Crocs and flip flops are not allowed.

Pee Wee Staff QualificationsAll Pee Wee Program Staff Members are teachers and/or education students or other college and

graduate students with relevant education or recreation experience. The Pee Wee Program is also

fortunate to have access to Lakeshores skilled training and athletic staff including swim instructors,

lifeguards, trainers, and teachers. All staff members must complete Lakeshores Training Program

along with CPR and First Aid Training.

Toilet Training Policy

The Pee Wee Program will work together with parents during the toilet training process. If you have

any concerns or questions, please alert a member of our staff. Your child should be accident free for

two weeks before wearing regular underwear to our program. Your child also must be able to

articulate to the staff that they need to use the bathroom; otherwise, they should remain in diapers or

pull-ups while attending the program.

Drop Off and Pick Up Policy

Upon arrival, please sign your name and leave a phone number that you can be reached at during the

day. You should also have appropriate ID with you during drop off and pick up. When you pick up your

child at the end of the day, you must also sign them out.Pick-up will always be in the main classroom.

It is very important that you sign your child in and out each day even if you pick them up early.

We will only release your child to people on the authorized pick-up list. Everyone on the list should be

aware that they will need to present ID for pick-up.

The morning is a very important time for children to develop routines. Please be sure to drop off your

child at our start time so they can take advantage of center time. Additionally, when your child arrives,

please help them hang up their backpack and then allow them to join an activity during center time.

We understand that some children will have difficulty with acclimating to the new environment. Our

staff is prepared and trained for such instances. You are more than welcome to stay and observe while

they begin center time.

Parents who would like to take advantage of Lakeshores fitness classes that start at 8:45 have the

option of bringing their child to the Playroom for the 15 minute interim. Parents will be responsible forthe costs associated with using the Playroom. A member of the Pee Wee Program staff will pick up

your child from the Playroom so that you will not have to leave your fitness class. Parents will be

required to sign-in their child in the Pee Wee room prior to the start of the fitness class.


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Health

Snacks

We will offer a variety of snacks each day. Please do not send food with your child. This is for the safety

of all children, in case of food allergies. If your child needs a Sippy cup for drinking, please send one

each day. If your child has special food requirements, please inform the Program Director beforetheir first day in the program.

Sick Policy

It is the goal of the Pee Wee Program to provide a safe and healthy environment for your child. While

we pride ourselves on adhering to proper hand washing and sanitizing procedures, germs are still

spread. With the help of parents keeping their sick children at home, we can help prevent the spread

of even more germs and illnesses in our program.

When is your child too sick to attend The Pee Wee Program? When they are displaying one of the

following symptoms:

Fever

Diarrhea

Vomiting

Undiagnosed rash

Red eyes with discharge

Nose with colored discharge that requires constant wiping

Cannot participate in daily lessons and activities of the program

If your child develops any of these symptoms during attendance at The Pee Wee Program, you will be

contacted and asked to pick up your child immediately. If you cannot be reached within one hour, we

will call one of the approved contacts. Your child may return to our program when she or he is

symptom free for 24 hours or has received treatment for the appropriate time determined by your

childs pediatrician.

Policy on Dispensing Medication

Only medication prescribed by a doctor will be dispensed in our program. It must be signed in and then

locked in the appropriate storage area. All medication must be in its original container with the childs

full name and dosage written on it. A designated member of the staff will dispense the medication at

an agreed upon time. This policy applies to inhalers and Epi Pens as well. Children with severe

allergies will be sent home if their Epi Pen is not brought and signed in each day.

All medicine must be properly signed in on the medication form in order to be dispensed. Failure to

properly sign in medicine will force our staff NOT to dispense the medicine to your child. Please write

your childs name, prescription name, dosage, time to be given, and your signature on the medication

form each day. Please take all medicines home at the end of the day.


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Enrollment Information

Absences and Make-Ups

Make-ups will be allowed based on availability. Please contact us as soon as you know about

upcoming absences so we can check the schedule for possible make-up dates. If your child misses class,

it is your responsibility to contact the program to schedule a make-up.

Payment Policy

A deposit is due at the time of enrollment in the program. The deposit will equal 25% of the total. Full

payment for all scheduled dates will be automatically charged prior to the start of each session. If you

are a member, you have the option of having the charge appear on your house account.

No refunds will be given for any reason. Make-ups are allowed based on availability.


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Pee Wee ProgramSummer 2011

Daily Schedule

Pee Wee - Group 1 Location9:00 Center Time Room 1

9:30 Circle Time Room 1

9:50 Learning Time 1 Room 2

10:20 Bathroom/Diapers Bathroom


11:00 Hand washing and snack Room 1

11:20 Change for Pool/Bathrooms/Diapers Lockers

11:30 Swimming Pool

11:45 Change After Pool Lockers11:50 Outside Play or Center Time Roof

12:20 Story Time/Reading Room 1

12:30 Pick Up Room 1

Pee Wee - Group 2 Location

9:00 Center Time Room 1


10:00 Circle Time Room 1


10:50 Bathroom/Diapers Bathroom

11:00 Outside Play or Center Time Roof

11:30 Hand washing and Snack Room 1

11:50 Change for Pool/Bathrooms/Diapers Lockers

12:00 Swimming Pool

12:15 Change After Pool Lockers

12:20 Story Time/Reading Room 1

12:30 Pick Up Room 1

Learning Time Schedule

Monday: Art and Science

Tuesday: Spanish and Drama

Wednesday: Dance and Writing

Thursday: Music and Tumbling or Yoga

Friday: Math and Art


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Weekly Themes

All About Me!We will spend the week getting to know each other! In science, we will learn about

our five senses and all the ways we can use them. In math, we will create life-sizecutouts of each student and then we will practice our counting skills to measure how

tall everyone is. During art, the children will create self-portraits. Childrens books for

the week will include The Way I Feel and Its Okay to Be Different.

Venturing into Outer Space!We will spend the week on an imaginative rocket ship ride through outer space! In

science, we will learn about the planets. In math, we will practice our counting skills

with a star counting activity. We will explore Paper Mache during art. Childrens books

for the week will include How to Catch a Star and If You Decide to go to the Moon.

Arctic Adventures!Even though it is summer, we will be feeling chilly this week! We will venture into the

world of polar bears and penguins! In science, we will learn all about the animals in

Antarctica and how they stay warm. In math we will work with snow to trace

numbers! During art we will experiment with water colors. Childrens books for the

week will include Lost and Found and Antarctica.

Under the Sea!Get your scuba gear ready! We are going on a pretend under water adventure! Inscience, we will learn about the creatures of the deep. In math, we will work on a

counting activity with goldfish crackers. In art, we will explore oil pastels. Childrens

books for the week will include Commotion in the Ocean and Over in the Ocean: In a

Coral Reef.

Journey into the Jungle!Put your hiking boots on! We are venturing into the jungle! In science, we will learn

about the different layers of the rainforest. In math, we will focus on the different

shapes found in the jungle. During art, the students will experiment with collage.

Childrens books for the week will include Rumble in the Jungle and Over in the Jungle:

A Rainforest Rhyme.


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The Wonderful World of Dr. Seuss! It is time to rhyme! We will venture into the world of Dr. Seuss! In science, the students

will do an activity that emphasizes the importance of trees, just like the Lorax! In math,

the students will write their own book about shapes! Painting will be the main focusduring art this week. Childrens books for the week will include Horton Hears a Who

and The Cat in the Hat.

ROAR! Dino-mite Dinosaurs! Dinosaurs will roam our classroom this week! In science, we will learn about the

different types of dinosaurs. In math, we will use dinosaur eggs to learn about sorting.

We will use our creativity to create sculptures in art this week. Childrens books for the

week will include Dinosaurumpus and How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?

Animals on the Farm!We will take an imaginary tractor ride away from the big city to learn about life on a

farm! In science, we will learn about all of the different animals and learn how to

match the baby animals to the adult animals. In math, we will continue to practice

sorting with farm animal pictures. We will create a mural of farm life during art.

Childrens books for the week will include Barnyard Hullabaloo and Click Clack Moo.

Plant Power!We will spend the week exploring all of the beautiful and interesting plants around the

world! In science, we will plant our own mini garden. In math, we will learn more about

sorting by organizing flowers by color. Painting will be the main focus during art this

week. Childrens books for the week will include We Planted a Tree and Plants.

Were Going Camping!We will have a tent set up in the classroom and learn campfire songs! In science, we

will learn about the different bugs that can be found in the wilderness. In math, we will

expand on our counting activities with marshmallows! We will create rubbings of

various leaves in art to create a giant tree. Childrens books for the week will include A

Camping Spree with Mr. Magee and S is for Smores: A Camping Alphabet.


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Center Descriptions and Learning Times

Center time is a very important part of early childhood education. All children will start

their day at a center. All staff members will be on hand to engage children and help

them decide which activity to do at their chosen center. A description of each centeris listed below as well as the skills that will be attained in each center.

Sensory Center: This center will include our sensory table. The table traditionally holds

sand and water to explore. However, as the weekly themes change, the table will

include items that coordinate with the theme and allow for further discovery.

When I am at the Sensory Center:

I am learning about the textures of new materials

I am experimenting with volume and mass as I fill containers

I am learning to share toys with my classmates

Imaginative Play Center: Calling all knights, princesses, farmers, and teachers! This

center is a place for the children to play dress up and role play.

When I am at the Imaginative Play Center:

I am developing my social skills as I interact with friends

I am learning about my world and the people in it

I am learning to express my ideas with words

Math and Science Center: This center will include counting and shape activities and

games. It will also include science activities that will coordinate with our weekly theme.

When I am at the Math and Science Center:

I am learning how to develop questions and observe

I am learning how to solve problems

I am comparing, counting, and measuring

Listening and Writing Center: This center will include headsets for listening to audiostories as well as toys for cuddling with! Children can also practice their writing and

drawing skills here with traceables.

When I am at the Listening and Writing Center:

I am learning to read new stories, poems, and rhymes

I am following audio directions

I am learning to write the alphabet


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Art Center: This center will include general art supplies and easels for little artists to

show their creativity!

When I am at the Art Center:

I am learning to express my creativity

I am experimenting with new mediumsI am learning to express my feelings through art

Block Center: This center will include blocks for building as well as transportation toys

like cars and trains.

When I am at the Block Center:

I am learning to problem solve

I am developing my fine and gross motor skills

I am learning to play and interact with others

Pee Wee Program Learning Times

Math will focus on shapes, counting, sorting, and number formation.

Science will focus on observations, problem solving, as well as plant and animal

life.

Writing will focus on letter formation and alphabet activities.

Art will focus on the basic elements of art and an exploration of mediums.

Dance will focus on expressive movement and gross motor skills.

Spanish will be a full immersion session that will focus on greetings and basic

interactions.Music will focus on learning songs and playing basic instruments.

Drama will focus on creativity and games that support social development.

Story time will focus on exploring different genres of childrens literature.


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Pee Wee Program - Emergency Information Form

Childs Name:_________________________________________ Birthday: ________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________________________________

Cell Phone #: ___________________________ Home Phone #: _________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________________________________

Cell Phone #: ___________________________ Home Phone #: _________________________

Parent/Guardian Employer:_____________________________________ Phone #: _________________

Parent/Guardian Employer:_____________________________________ Phone #: _________________

Medical Information

Physician: _________________________________ Phone #: __________________________________

Insurance Carrier:_________________________ Policy #: ______________________________________

Is your child on any medications? Type:_______________________ for ___________________________

If your child needs medication, including inhalers, please refer to the Pee Wee Programs Medicine Dispensing Policy. All parents are

required to sign the Medicine Authorization Form each day and provide a doctors note. If your child has severe allergies and requires an

Epi pen, the Epi pen must be brought in each day or your child will be sent home.

Does your child have any allergies, medical or physical conditions that we should be aware of? YES NO

Does your child have any emotional or special needs that we should be aware of? YES NO

Please explain: ________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS MUST BE DISCUSSED WITH THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR PRIOR TO ADMITTANCE.

Emergency Contacts and Release Information

The following adults are considered emergency contacts and are allowed to pick up your child from our program. Please make sure to

include ANY and ALL adults who may pick up your child. If you need to add or delete a name, please contact the program director.

Children will not be released to any minors, including siblings. If you have additional contacts, please list them on the back.

Authorized Adult Relationship Cell Phone Work Phone Home Phone

I acknowledge that these are the only persons to my knowledge that will be picking my child up from the program. I understand that my child will not be

released to someone not listed above unless prior arrangements have been made with the program director. I also understand that a membership card or

photo ID must be shown at the front desk and that no one will be allowed in the building without a proper ID.

Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________________________________ Date: ______________

Medical Authorization & Liability Release I agree to assume full risk and to waive, relinquish, and release all claims that I and/or the participant may have

against, indemnify, hold harmless and defend Lakeshore Sport and Fitness. This includes as well its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any such

harms resulting from injury, damages, or loss sustained on account of participation in the program. I understand that I am responsible for all personal

medical insurances and that participants must cover any medical cost incurred. I understand that every precaution is taken to protect the safety of each

participant. I agree to emergency treatment by a physician or a hospital in the event that the emergency contact or I cannot be reached.

Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________________________________ Date: _______________


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Lakeshore Sport & Fitness

Sunscreen Permission

I give permission to the Staff Members at Lakeshore Sport & Fitness to apply sunscreen

to my child, _______________________________________________, anytime thatthey go outdoors and it is deemed necessary.

If you have any questions or concerns, please see the Program Director.

Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________________________

Date:_____________

*Please fill out and return on your childs first day.

Documents

Pee Wee Program Parent Welcome Packet Summer 2011