October went by fast, but we had a great time with the New England theme. We also brought back weekly clubs which allow long form projects and ideas to be explored over the course of a few weeks. Some included a Spy Club, Nature Crafts, Basketball, Pet Portraits, and a Make-your-own Board Game club. Some Sharks are even working on a PEDP Newspaper. It will be a limited single edition. Will you be one of the lucky few to get your hands on it?
Reminder: As the weather gets colder we will be requiring hats, jackets, and gloves to go outside.
CURRICULUM
With the PEDP Annual Craft Fair approaching, this month is dedicated to preparing for it. All the kids will aid in creating interesting and fun goods and gifts. Toys, decorations, jewelry, baked goods, and more will all be available to purchase. Each year, the proceeds are donated to a charity that all the children and staff get to vote on.
This year, we will donate to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. WHOI is the world’s leading independent non-profit organization dedicated to ocean research, exploration and education. Two of their many initiatives are the “Marine Microplastics Initiative” which investigates the fate of microplastics and their impact on marine life and human health and “Reef Solutions”, an initiative to protect reef corals and reverse the global decline of reef ecosystems. We’re excited to learn more and support this worthy local organization.
FIELD TRIPS
Sharks and Minnows
Early Release Tuesday November 8th
Franklin Park Zoo
Established in 1912, the 72-acre zoo is home to over 100 different animal species. Mountain Zebra, Blue-Tongued Skink, Spotted Hyena, and even Western Lowland Gorilla can be seen in this sprawling historic site that crowns the southern tip of the emerald necklace. Signup on Jackrabbit.
CLASSES
Super Soccer Stars (Minnows)
Started in October and continues into November
FUNDRAISING
Annual Giving Fund
PEDP is a nonprofit organization that does not receive funding from the Newton Public School system. Any and all donations make a difference in our ability to better serve the families of Pierce Elementary. If you would like to donate, please follow this link: PEDP Annual Giving Fund
SUPPLIES NEEDED
Cotton T-Shirts (any size)
NO SCHOOL OR PEDP:
Friday 11/11 – Veterans Day
Wednesday 11/23 – Early Bird Program is open. Afternoon is closed
Thursday 11/24 – Thanksgiving
Best,
Mr.Nick
