The children attending Desert Rose Preschool at Las Sendas are having a great time learning about the wonders of spring.
April Discoveries
April came and went with lots of discovery. While learning about spring, the children also discovered facts about the birth of birds, the different types of bugs and how flowers grow, as well as the change of weather. We used watercolors and chalk to draw lots of spring pictures. We learned about the five senses. We tasted lots of things, which were sweet, sour, hot and cold. The children experienced pleasant smelling things and bad smelling items. We closed our eyes and touched smooth and rough things. We heard loud and soft music. We all agreed we were glad to have the ability to see, smell, hear, taste and touch.
May Celebrations
May is a busy month. We celebrate Mother’s Day by making special gifts and cards for Mom. Our last day of school is May 22. The day includes a big graduation for the pre-k class and a celebration with certificates for the other classes. A special pizza party for all the families and guests celebrates the end of another wonderful year.
The children have done a great job in their growth of learning. I’m so very proud of all the children. As many as one-half of the pre-k students are reading books. It will be difficult to say goodbye to children I have had in class for three years. With happy faces, they came to Desert Rose Preschool at the age of 3. They all wanted to play, learn and meet new friends. Now, they will start a new learning experience in elementary school. But their preschool friendships will continue. I will miss them all, but I know they will come to visit me and remember their time with Ms. Rose at Desert Rose.
Session Registration
Thank you for the great response we received for our fall registration. We still are taking registration for the summer and fall sessions. The children can attend three, four or five days a week, mornings or all day, from 9 to 11:30 a.m.; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; or 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The summer session will last eight weeks, and is a hands-on curriculum, with lots of science and review. The summer session will run from June 17 through Aug. 9.
Conclusion
This is the last article until July, when I will start again with all the fall information.
If you have any questions about Desert Rose Preschool at Las Sendas, please call me at (480) 654-4223, or send an e-mail to jbuttitta@cox.net.