PEDP NEWS
MAY 2025
We had a wonderful time at PEDP during the vacation week! The weather cooperated and was beautiful for our trips to Castle Island and Battleship Cove. In speaking with several Barracudas about the vacation week, many said Battleship Cove was their favorite part of the week. The picture above is a group of kids and Miss Lula in front of the ships.
Understanding Our Differences, a program that uses a hands-on, participatory disability curriculum to foster respect, acceptance, and inclusion for people of all abilities, visited PEDP on Wednesday, April 16th. After a short presentation about autism, the Barracudas and Sharks participated in several activities that showcased the ways communication can be challenging. They finished with a guest speaker who spoke of his life with autism and then gladly took questions from the kids. PEDP staff had follow-up conversations with small groups later in the day and the impact of the entire event was evident.
Curriculum Theme
The theme for May is Ancient Civilizations. We’ll be learning about how important previous ancient civilizations were, helping create the world we live in now.
Field Trips
The Thursday groups will be going to the Beach House in Natick on May 8th. The Beach House is an indoor “beach” with tons of sand. The kids will play games like volleyball, cornhole, and football, and will be able to dig and build in the sand. More details can be found on the Parent Portal.
Special Events
The last Kids Night In will take place on Friday, May 30th from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. We’ll have pizza for dinner and then have a movie and craft available for the kids. Cost is $50 per child. Register on the Parent Portal.
Longevity and 5th Grade Celebration
Please join us on Thursday, May 15th at 5:00 as we celebrate and honor the longevity of Miss Alicia and Miss Monica, both celebrating three years on staff at PEDP. We will also be celebrating our graduating 5th graders! Join us on the basketball court for the celebration and light refreshments.
Classes
The Minnows Movement and Mindfulness class is on Wednesdays from April 30th – June 4th!
Fundraising
Our Annual Trivia Night fundraiser is this Friday, May 2nd. PEDP will be closing at 5:30 so that our staff can join in the festivities. Please make sure all pickup people are aware of this time change. Late fees will begin at 5:30 pm.
Dates to Note
Thursday, May 8th – Early Release Day
Monday, May 26th – No PEDP in observance of Memorial Day
Reminders
The warm weather is back! Please send your child with a water bottle that they can take outside with them.
Feel free to send a hat or sunscreen with your child. We can help them apply sunscreen before going outside if needed.
Additional Dates For Your Calendar
- Monday, May 26th – No School or PEDP in observance of Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 12th – PEDP Family Picnic – Program closes at 5:00 pm
- Thursday, June 19th – No School or PEDP in observance of Juneteenth
After all the weekend April showers, let’s hope May brings lots of flowers! 🌼 🪻 🌻 🌹
Joanne on behalf of all the staff at PEDP
