September 3, 2010

Please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, check your email, or News & Views for the latest.

Join the 2010-11 PTC–click here.

Director Margaret Waterbury’s blog.

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Calendar of Events:

Monday, September 6: School Closed for Labor Day

Plan to attend Welcome coffee with Preschool Director, Margaret Waterbury, either Tuesday, September 7th or Wednesday, September 8th 9:30 ish in the Quillian Room for discussions on preschool & kindergarten curriculum, potty training, friendships and social development, separation anxiety, and tips about what you can do to help your child get the most out of his/her preschool experience.

Friday, September 17th: Ice Cream social on the playground at pick up

Thursday, October 7th: Fall PotLuck on the preschool playground–details TBA

Monday-Friday, October 4th-8th: Scholastic Book Sale

Friday, October 22nd: School Closed–school wide Parent Conferences

Wednesday & Thursday, October 27th & 28th: Fellini Pizza Day!

An Immunization form is required to be on file for each child. These forms expire frequently and have an expiration date on them.  Always update this form when visiting your child’s pediatrician.  They can be faxed to our office at 404-373-3334 or dropped off to our office.

Please feel free to email your questions at anytime.

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The Parent-Teacher Connection News Letter

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Thank you, thank you, for a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Party.  The delicious food, the awesome company, the beautiful location and special thanks to the wonderful Cathy Ferguson and her top notch crew of volunteers who helped set up, clean up, sent out beautiful invitations (Kelly Brooks) and watched the teacher’s children (& more) at the preschool.   Thank you!

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Let’s Go Green and Support DHUMP!

Be Earth Friendly & support Druid Hills United Methodist Preschool by ordering products from “Let’s Go Green” - all items are eco-friendly and designed to either help save resources, money, or both. Visit www.LetsGoGreen.biz, choose your items, and check Druid Hills United Methodist Preschool in the drop box at checkout. DHUMP earns 25% of every dollar! Please visit the site again and again.

The Green Connection

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Druid Hills United Methodist Church is the host of the InTown Collaborative Ministries Emergency Needs Food Pantry.  Click here for all the information.

Classifieds:

Did BP ruin your summer beach plans?? No problem, check out www.poncesurfcamp.com and contact max@gmaxproductions.tv if you are interested in an crude oil-free beach vacation.  Our beach place sleeps 8 and is available most of July and August.  Ms. Lisa can tell you how cool it is.  So much for kids to do:  http://www.shealopezsurfcamp.com/ – http://www.marinesciencecenter.com/ – http://www.ponceinlet.org/ Ponce Inlet is a quiet, protected nook on the east coast of Florida with clear water, incredible fishing, an awesome surf break, and wide beaches.  Our beach condo is a 3 level townhouse decorated in the old, relaxed Florida style with a bunk room for the kids and private bedrooms for the adults.  Call or email for more information 404.697.8515.

Site URL: http://www.effectiveparentingllc.com/

Chickin Feed Gives 10% back to our school when order is placed!

DHUMP T-Shirts! DHUMP T-shirts are for sale in a variety of sizes and styles with the three color DHUMP logo. To order a shirt, please write a note with the following information: Style, Size, Quantity, Child’s name, contact info and Class (the teachers’ names).  You can put the note and a check in the DHUMP PTA box, please write T-shirts in the memo line.  The shirt will be delivered to your child’s classroom cubby.  If you have any questions or want to check availability, email Laura Edison at lauraedison@hotmail.com, please put DHUMP T-Shirts in the subject line.

The following sizes and styles are available: T’s shirts $15 white:  Adult S, L, XL.  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8) Jerseys $18 white with blue sleeves:  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8) Onesies $15 white:  6m and 12m Long sleeve T $18 white: Youth S (6-8)

October 17th, 2009

Calendar of Events:

Monday & Tuesday,  19th & 20th Classroom & Individual Photos Please turn your form and check in to your child’s teacher if you would like individual or a classroom photo.  Check your email for classroom schedule.

Saturday, October 17th Playground Work Day! Bring your gloves, rakes, wheel barrows & shovels to freshen up our children’s playground.  9-1pm

Wednesday, October 28th Fellini Pizza Day for MWF & M-F classes ages 2 & older

Thursday, October 29th Fellini Pizza Day for Tuesday & Thursday classes ages 2 & older

Monday, November 2 School Closed for Teacher Field Trip

Tuesday, November 3 Pre-k & K Field Trip to Center for Puppetry of Arts–Dinosaurs

Saturday, November 7th Fall Fling Festival 10-2 PM on the playground: All Aboard! More info below…or click here..

Please follow us on Twitter, check your email, or News & Views always for the latest.  Follow Us On Twitter

Check out the Classified section at the bottom of the page….

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Greetings!  HELP!  Volunteers still needed!

Druid Hills United Methodist Preschool is having it’s annual Fall Fling Festival on NOVEMBER 7th, that is open to the entire community!

We need sellers for the Artist Market!

The festival hours are from 10-2pm.

Tables are only $35($25 if you bring your own) and checks can be made payable to DHUMP PTC.

If you are interested, please contact me at 404.510.1199 or simply reply to this email by Friday October 23rd to reserve a space!

Please pass this email on to others that may be interested in participating.

Thanks and hope to see you and your art/crafts very soon!

Karla Kosar

2009 Fall Fling Chair

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A VERY BIG THANKS to everyone who volunteered at this semester’s DHUMP Work Day, on Saturday, October 17.  Here are just some of the exciting activities undertaken by those who came:
– Refilled sand boxes
– Spread new mulch in the playgrounds and in the picnic area
– Dug out the playground gate and installed a step
– Raked leaves
– Pruned trees 
– Tidied up garden area
– Installed smoke alarms
– Fixed and replaced swings
– Drank coffee (thanks Starbucks L5P!) and ate donuts
– Enjoyed each other’s company on a lovely Fall morning!

I would particularly like to thank all the teachers who volunteered their time, and Norris Nelson, whose help with recruitment and advertising (and purchasing of donuts) was invaluable.  

If you missed this semester’s fun, please do come out in the Spring!  

All best wishes,
Gavin Drummond
PTC Workday Chair

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DHUMP T-Shirts!

DHUMP T-shirts are for sale in a variety of sizes and styles with the three color DHUMP logo.  To order a shirt, please write a note with the following information: Style, Size, Quantity, Child’s name, contact info and Class (the teachers’ names).  You can put the note and a check in the DHUMP PTA box, please write T-shirts in the memo line.  The shirt will be delivered to your child’s classroom cubby.  If you have any questions or want to check availability, email Laura Edison at lauraedison@hotmail.com, please put DHUMP T-Shirts in the subject line.

The following sizes and styles are available:
T’s shirts $15 white:  Adult S, L, XL.  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Jerseys $18 white with blue sleeves:  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Onesies $15 white:  6m and 12m
Long sleeve T $18 white: Youth S (6-8)

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We have a new feature on our website that you’ll want to check out.

What is Twitter?
One is Twitter. What is Twitter?Twitter is a free web-based “social networking” service that makes it easy to send and receive small instant messages called Tweets. You can receive these on any computer browser or as text on your wireless phone. We will be updating our Twitter page regularly with news and late-breaking information such as school closings due to weather or public health or safety alerts related to our school.  For more information on Twitter and how to set it up and use it on your PC, Mac or wireless phone (it must be able to receive text messages), please watch our tutorials:

What it Twitter/Signing Up:
http://www.dhump.org/WhatIsTwitter.htm

Twitter on My Phone:

http://www.dhump.org/TwitterOnMyPhone.htm

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Join DHUMP’s PTC!

Our membership is off to a great start. Help us get all of our fun events and programs rolling with your participation. PTC forms (click here) are available on the PTC tables in the hallway upstairs or download one from our website. Please return your completed forms and funds to the PTC tables in the hallways.

Thank you!

Lee Ann Else
PTC President

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We are looking for any laptop/notebook PC that will run Windows 2000, XP or Vista with a working keyboard and display. Specs being at least:

Classifieds: We are happy to advertise your business for a small donation to our scholarship fund.

Preschool parent/owner of the the Aviary open house Friday night.

Inman Park Restaurant Week–Check out preschool parent/owner of The Albert

East Atlanta Renovations
Home Repairs
No Job too Small! Painting, plumbing, electrical, tile work, carpentry.  See Harry’s Dad on the playground with questions.  Free Quotes.  404-449-3690

September 25, 2009

Calendar of Events:

Monday-Friday, October 5-9 Little Shop of Stories Book Fair @ DHUMP

Thursday, October 8 Fall Potluck 5:30 PM @ DHUMP on the playground

Friday, October 9 Speech & Language Screening

Wednesday, October 14 In-house performance @ 10 AM.  Cathy Kaemmerlen/Big Saurus, Little Saurus. If your child doesn’t not attend school on this day please feel free to bring your child to the Fellowship Hall for the performance.

Wednesday & Thursday, October 14 & 15 Classroom Photo Day! Click here for a form that must be turned into your child’s teachers along with payment or pick a from up on the hallway table.

Saturday, October 17th Playground Work Day! Bring your gloves, rakes, wheel barrows & shovels to freshen up our children’s playground.  9-1pm

Saturday, November 7 Fall Fling Festival 10-2 PM on the playground –Check out the fun from last year.  Fall Fling 2008

Please follow us on Twitter, check your email, or News & Views always for the latest.  Follow Us On Twitter

Check out the Classified section at the bottom of the page….

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The Little Shop of Stories Book Fair is coming to DHUMP

October 5^th-9^th

Monday-Thursday 9-10am & 1-2pm

Don’t miss our evening hours 6-8pm during the Potluck on Thursday

Last call is Friday morning 9-10am.

The Little Shop of Stories is donating 20% of all sales to benefit our growing library!

Please stop by and support your school.

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Fall Potluck Supper Picnic
October 8th, Thursday Evening
5:30 to 8:00 pm
Join us on the Playground for a fun filled evening with food and friends.
Bring your favorite dish to share with your new classmates.
The Book fair will also be open for veiwing and purchasing.
Hope to see you there.

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Greetings!

Druid Hills United Methodist Preschool is having it’s annual Fall Fling Festival on NOVEMBER 7th, that is open to the entire community!

We need sellers for the Artist Market!

The festival hours are from 10-2pm.

Tables are only $35($25 if you bring your own) and checks can be made payable to DHUMP PTC(there’s a collection envelope in the office).

If you are interested, please contact me at 404.510.1199 or simply reply to this email by Friday October 23rd to reserve a space!

Please pass this email on to others that may be interested in participating.

Thanks and hope to see you and your art/crafts very soon!

Karla Kosar

2009 Fall Fling Chair

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DHUMP T-Shirts!

DHUMP T-shirts are for sale in a variety of sizes and styles with the three color DHUMP logo.  To order a shirt, please write a note with the following information: Style, Size, Quantity, Child’s name, contact info and Class (the teachers’ names).  You can put the note and a check in the DHUMP PTA box, please write T-shirts in the memo line.  The shirt will be delivered to your child’s classroom cubby.  If you have any questions or want to check availability, email Laura Edison at lauraedison@hotmail.com, please put DHUMP T-Shirts in the subject line.

The following sizes and styles are available:
T’s shirts $15 white:  Adult S, L, XL.  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Jerseys $18 white with blue sleeves:  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Onesies $15 white:  6m and 12m
Long sleeve T $18 white: Youth S (6-8)

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The first Mug N’ Muffin will be held Wednesday, Oct. 7 directly after
drop off in the Quillian Room.
The guest will be Eggleston Emergency Room Pediatrician Laurie Burton
who will run a Q&A session on hot medical topics including swine Flu…

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We have a new feature on our website that you’ll want to check out.

What is Twitter?
One is Twitter. What is Twitter?Twitter is a free web-based “social networking” service that makes it easy to send and receive small instant messages called Tweets. You can receive these on any computer browser or as text on your wireless phone. We will be updating our Twitter page regularly with news and late-breaking information such as school closings due to weather or public health or safety alerts related to our school.  For more information on Twitter and how to set it up and use it on your PC, Mac or wireless phone (it must be able to receive text messages), please watch our tutorials:

What it Twitter/Signing Up:
http://www.dhump.org/WhatIsTwitter.htm

Twitter on My Phone:

http://www.dhump.org/TwitterOnMyPhone.htm

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Join DHUMP’s PTC!

Our membership is off to a great start. Help us get all of our fun events and programs rolling with your participation. PTC forms (click here) are available on the PTC tables in the hallway upstairs or download one from our website. Please return your completed forms and funds to the PTC tables in the hallways.

Thank you!

Lee Ann Else
PTC President

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We are looking for any laptop/notebook PC that will run Windows 2000, XP or Vista with a working keyboard and display. Specs being at least:

Classifieds: We are happy to advertise your business for a small donation to our scholarship fund.

Preschool parent/owner of the the Aviary open house Friday night.

Inman Park Restaurant Week–Check out preschool parent/owner of The Albert

East Atlanta Renovations
Home Repairs
No Job too Small!

Painting, plumbing, electrical, tile work, carpentry.  See Harry’s Dad on the playground with questions.  Free Quotes.  404-449-3690

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After many hours of deliberation we have decided to follow the Bad Weather Policy from our Parent Handbook which states that if both APS and Dekalb County Schools are closed we will close as well.  Due to the number of teachers who have contacted me in regard to weather damage at their homes, travel conditions to work, and hauling their school age children with them, we have elected to close the preschool tomorrow.  We appreciate your understanding and anticipate resuming normal hours on Wednesday, pending further weather updates.

BAD WEATHER POLICY

We will follow school closings in both Atlanta City and Dekalb County school systems.

If both school systems are closed, Druid Hills UM Preschool will be closed as well. If, however,

only one school system closes, we will make a decision about preschool closings based on the

conditions at the Druid Hills UM Preschool. As always, you must make a personal choice based

on travel conditions from your home to the preschool.

September 11, 2009

Calendar of Events:

Monday, September 14 DHUMP Board Meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the church library

Wednesday, September 16 Bloomin Bash Committee Kick Off Meeting

Friday, September 18th DHUMP Ice Cream Social at pick-up time on the playground, hosted by the Welcome Committee

Wednesday, September 23 Fellini Pizza Day

Thursday, September 24 Fellini Pizza Day

Tuesday, October 6 Speech & Language Screening

Friday, October 9 Speech & Language Screening

Twitter!

Web-Calendar

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2010 BLOOMIN’ BASH COMMITTEE KICK OFF MEETING
date:  Wednesday, September 16
time: after drop off
where: Quillian room (downstairs, church office side of hallway)
why: come see what the Bash is all about!  We need volunteers at all levels, from procurement to auction database management and everything in between!  Bloomin’ Bash is DHUMP’s largest event of the year - its an amazing (ADULT) evening with an fantastic array of artwork, goods and services to bid on at the silent and live auctions.  www.bloominbash.org

Have questions?  Can’t make it?  Contact Lisa Milko for more info on how to become a part of the committee (lisa@myeventperfect.com)

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Dear DHUMP Families,

The PTC board welcomes you to a new school year at DHUMP!

After school in the courtyard join us along with your child for an ice cream social which will be Friday, September 18th.

You will see the PTC throughout the year in events that bring our community together like the monthly Mug-N-Muffins, Fall Potluck, Book Fairs, Fall Festival, Bloomin’ Bash and Teacher Appreciation Luncheon. Our members are responsible for bringing us Fellini’s pizza days, cultural arts programming and special projects like the new children’s garden.Our Parent Teacher Connection enhances our children’s school experience, builds community among parents and makes our teachers jobs more enriching and rewarding.  We encourage you to get involved by becoming members of the PTC and hope you consider volunteering for a committee.  There are many opportunities to get involved and bring your talents to our school!

Sincerely,

Lee Ann Else

DHUMP PTC President

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DHUMP T-Shirts!

DHUMP T-shirts are for sale in a variety of sizes and styles with the three color DHUMP logo.  To order a shirt, please write a note with the following information: Style, Size, Quantity, Child’s name, contact info and Class (the teachers’ names).  You can put the note and a check in the DHUMP PTA box, please write T-shirts in the memo line.  The shirt will be delivered to your child’s classroom cubby.  If you have any questions or want to check availability, email Laura Edison atlauraedison@hotmail.com, please put DHUMP T-Shirts in the subject line.
The following sizes and styles are available:
T’s shirts $15 white:  Adult S, L, XL.  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Jerseys $18 white with blue sleeves:  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Onesies $15 white:  6m and 12m
Long sleeve T $18 white: Youth S (6-8)

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We have two new features on our website that you’ll want to check out.
One is Twitter. What is Twitter?

Twitter is a free web-based “social networking” service that makes it easy to send and receive small instant messages called Tweets. You can receive these on any computer browser or as text on your wireless phone. We will be updating our Twitter page regularly with news and late-breaking information such as school closings due to weather or public health or safety alerts related to our school.  For more information on Twitter and how to set it up and use it on your PC, Mac or wireless phone (it must be able to receive text messages), please watch our tutorials:

What it Twitter/Signing Up:
http://www.dhump.org/WhatIsTwitter.htm

Twitter on My Phone:
http://www.dhump.org/TwitterOnMyPhone.htm

The Second Feature is the DHUMP.org Forum on the Talk! page.

If you’re familiar with online bulletin boards and message boards and how to use them, click on over, register, then sign in and begin leaving or reading messages related to our Preschool here: http://www.dhump.org/talk.htm
Try it! Post a question, leave an answer. From packing your child’s lunch to what is being taught in class and upcoming events. This is a place where our parents can engage in an ongoing conversation about their children, our school and the community. You must be registered to post on our site.
To view Flash tutorials on how to use the Forum surf over to here:

http://dhump.org/dhumpbb/viewtopic.php?t=9

If you have questions, complaints or suggestions about either of these services please email our webmaster: webmaster@dhump.org

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Classifieds: We are happy to advertise your business for a small donation to our scholarship fund.

East Atlanta Renovations
Home Repairs
No Job too Small!
Painting, plumbing, electrical, tile work, carpentry.  See Harry’s Dad on the playground with questions.  Free Quotes.  404-449-3690

Whole Foods School Lunch Revolution/Dinner and discussion with Chef Ann Cooper
Hosted by Morningside Elementary School and Whole Foods Market
Monday, September 14th  6:30PM
Morningside Elementary School
1053 East Rock Springs Road
Atlanta, GA 30306
Chef Ann Cooper, aka, the “Renegade Lunch Lady” has transformed school lunch programs in California and Colorado, and
aims to make healthy school lunch accessible to everyone! Chef Ann’s commitment to healthy, fresh food
drove her to work with school administrators, politicians and parents - the people with the power over school food –
to guarantee that wholesome food choices are available to kids today and kids tomorrow. www.chefann.com

News & Views

Parent Orientation 2009

Calendar of Events:

September tuition due the first day of class

Thursday , September 3rd, 7-8:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary

Friday, September 4th, 10:00- 10:45 a.m. MWF, M-F class groups or 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. T/Th class groups

Director Margaret Waterbury welcomes  families after 9:30 drop off in the Quillian Room.

Tuesday, September 8th first day of school for T/Th and M-F classes

Director Margaret Waterbury welcomes families after 9:30 drop off in the Quillian Room.

Wednesday, September 9th first day of school for MWF classes.

Friday, September 18th, DHUMP Ice Cream Social at pick-up time on the playground, hosted by the Welcome Committee

Wednesday, September 23 Fellini Pizza Day

Thursday, September 24 Fellini Pizza Day

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We have two new features on our website that you’ll want to check out.

One is Twitter. What is Twitter?
Twitter is a free web-based “social networking” service that makes it easy to send and receive small instant messages called Tweets. You can receive these on any computer browser or as text on your wireless phone. We will be updating our Twitter page regularly with news and late-breaking information such as school closings due to weather or public health or safety alerts related to our school.  For more information on Twitter and how to set it up and use it on your PC, Mac or wireless phone (it must be able to receive text messages), please watch our tutorials:

What it Twitter/Signing Up:
http://www.dhump.org/WhatIsTwitter.htm

Twitter on My Phone:
http://www.dhump.org/TwitterOnMyPhone.htm

The Second Feature is the DHUMP.org Forum on the Talk! page.

If you’re familiar with online bulletin boards and message boards and how to use them, click on over, register, then sign in and begin leaving or reading messages related to our Preschool here: http://www.dhump.org/talk.htm
Try it! Post a question, leave an answer. From packing your child’s lunch to what is being taught in class and upcoming events. This is a place where our parents can engage in an ongoing conversation about their children, our school and the community. You must be registered to post on our site.
To view Flash tutorials on how to use the Forum surf over to here:

http://dhump.org/dhumpbb/viewtopic.php?t=9

If you have questions, complaints or suggestions about either of these services please email our webmaster: webmaster@dhump.org

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Whole Foods School Lunch Revolution

Dinner and discussion with Chef Ann Cooper

 Hosted by Morningside Elementary School and Whole Foods Market

 Monday, September 14th

6:30PM

Morningside Elementary School

1053 East Rock Springs Road
Atlanta, GA 30306

Chef Ann Cooper, aka, the “Renegade Lunch Lady” has transformed school lunch programs in California and Colorado, and

aims to make healthy school lunch accessible to everyone! Chef Ann’s commitment to healthy, fresh food

drove her to work with school administrators, politicians and parents - the people with the power over school food –

to guarantee that wholesome food choices are available to kids today and kids tomorrow.

www.chefann.com

 RSVP Only   Deadline:  September 7^th

Emily.broad@wholefoods.com

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               August 4, 2009

Dear Parents,

Please join us for  Parent Orientation, Thursday evening September 3rd

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

We will begin with a large group meeting in the church sanctuary. There you will meet the Preschool staff, PTC (Parent Teacher Connection) president and other important members of our preschool community.

Next we will break-up and move to your child’s classroom where you will meet your child’s teachers and have a chance to ask questions at this adults only meeting. Class lists will be posted in the hallways. We do not publicize class lists prior to parent orientation.

Classroom Meet and Greet for the Children

Friday Morning, September 4th

10:00- 10:45 a.m. MWF, M-F class groups

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. T/Th class groups

The Meet and Greet is a great opportunity to introduce your child to his or her teachers and new classroom. Parents remain with their children during the Meet and Greet. Please remember that this is a time for the children and not an appropriate time for parent meetings with the teacher. If you have special concerns that you would like to discuss with the teacher you should bring them up at Parent Orientation on Thursday evening, Sept. 3 or make arrangements through the preschool office for an alternative meeting time with your child’s teacher.

Tuesday, September 8th first day of school for T/Th and M-F classes

Wednesday, September 9th first day of school for MWF classes.

Your child’s September tuition payment is due the first week of school. You may utilize our online payment or mail your September payment to DHUMP, 1200 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30306. Please make sure checks submitted by your bank’s online bill pay read DHUMP or Druid Hills UM Preschool. Checks made out to Druid Hills United Methodist are often misidentified as Church payments or donations.

We look forward to seeing all of you at Parent Orientation and getting our school year off to a great start!

Sincerely,

Margaret Waterbury and Linda Green

Preschool Directors

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Dear DHUMP Families,

The PTC board welcomes you to a new school year at DHUMP!   Mark your calendars for two back-to-school events to welcome new DHUMP families. The first two days of school, September 8 & 9, we will be hosting coffee downstairs after drop-off in the Quillian room.  The children love the ice cream social which will be Friday, September 18th, after school in the courtyard.

You will see the PTC throughout the year in events that bring our community together like the monthly Mug-N-Muffins, Fall Potluck, Book Fairs, Fall Festival, Bloomin’ Bash and Teacher Appreciation Luncheon. Our members are responsible for bringing us Fellini’s pizza days, cultural arts programming and special projects like the new children’s garden.

Our Parent Teacher Connection enhances our children’s school experience, builds community among parents and makes our teachers jobs more enriching and rewarding.  We encourage you to get involved by becoming members of the PTC and hope you consider volunteering for a committee.  There are many opportunities to get involved and bring your talents to our school!

Sincerely,

Lee Ann Else
DHUMP PTC President

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DHUMP T-Shirts!
DHUMP T-shirts are for sale in a variety of sizes and styles with the three color DHUMP logo.  They will be available at open house and by order.  To order a shirt, please write a note with the following information: Style, Size, Quantity, Child’s name, contact info and Class (the teachers’ names).  You can put the note and a check in the DHUMP PTA box, please write T-shirts in the memo line.  The shirt will be delivered to your child’s classroom cubby.  If you have any questions or want to check availability, email Laura Edison at lauraedison@hotmail.com, please put DHUMP T-Shirts in the subject line.
The following sizes and styles are available:
T’s shirts $15 white:  Adult S, L, XL.  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Jerseys $18 white with blue sleeves:  Youth XS (2-4) and S (6-8)
Onesies $15 white:  6m and 12m
Long sleeve T $18 white: Youth S (6-8)

Parla Italiano

PROUDLY PRESENTS AFTER SCHOOL ITALIAN CLASSES

Kindergarten- 5th grade

DRUID HILL UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL

1200 PONCE DE LEON AVENUE

ATLANTA, GA 30306

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

404.822.2249

OR EMAIL

Monica Casimiro

Summer Camp 2009

Summer Camp Reminders:

Pick up time is at 1:30.  Please be on time.  

•  Your child should wear cool, comfortable PLAY clothes and bring his/her own lunch.

•  Don’t forget the sunscreen!   Please apply it before arriving at camp.

•  Every day send a labeled water bottle with your child to drink throughout the day.

•  Remember NO PEANUT products for lunch and snacks.

•  Transition items, pacifiers, blankets, and bottles are welcome!

•  Send diapers & wipes if needed.

• Your child’s teacher will provide you with a calendar listing specifics like snack days, special events, water days, etc.

•  LABEL EVERYTHING.

•  If you are running late at pick up time please leave a message before 1:25pm. Late children will stay with Ms. Edith.

•  Pizza for lunch & popsicles will be served on the last day of each camp.

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Hi Everyone,

Local mom, Pam Galenkamp and author of the blog

www.cookingformonkeys.com, was recently nominated by Nickelodeon’s

ParentsConnect as “Best Local Blog” in Atlanta blog.

Pam shared her creative lunch ideas with the DHUMP community last

fall–her blog is loaded with healthy and fun ways to make packed

lunches appetizing for toddlers.

You can vote for this blog to win online every single day until July

15.  Just  click on the link below or follow the link from my website

to vote.  Thanks for your support!  Go vote, now, come on stop

reading…..http://gocitykids.parentsconnect.com/parents-picks/atlanta-ga-usa/best-atlanta-local-blog

Best,

Jenny Hartley

May 14, 2009

Click here for a better view.

Calendar of Events:

Friday, May 15 Teacher Appreciation Luncheon/School Closes at Noon

Monday, May 18 Board of Directors Meeting, 7:30 Church Library

Wednesday, May 20 Last Day of School–Pre-K & K perform in the sanctuary 12:45/ Ice cream party on the playground for everyone at 1:30.

Monday, June 1 Camp I begins

Monday, July 6 Camp II begins

Check out the photos from our Earth Day Show & Tell.

Questions about summer camp? Cathy karmakar

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May 1, 2009

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Calendar of Events:

Friday, May 1 May 2010 Tuition Due

Monday-Friday, May 4-8 The Spring Book Fair is almost here

Thursday & Friday, May 13 & 14  Fellini Pizza Day!

Friday, May 15 Teacher Appreciation Luncheon/School Closes at Noon

Monday, May 18 Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, May 20 Last Day of School 

Monday, June 1 Camp I begins

Monday, July 6 Camp II begins

Check out the photos from our Earth Day Show & Tell.

Questions about summer camp? Cathy karmakar

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Green Initiative - Mary Stouffer will collect old Crocs and athletic shoes .  There will be a box near the Briarcliff door.  

Parents, 

Thank you for your thoughtful nominations so far.  Over half of the positions have at least one nominee.  Please take a moment to look at the attached and updated list and consider if you know someone who would be great in one of these positions.  
There are two ways to nominate someone.  1.  Email cathy@robinsonhome.org and write “Nominations” in the subject area along with the name of the person and position of your nominee.  2.  Submit your nomination in the PTC envelope on the bulletin board next to the Tuition Drop Box.
Nominations may be made until this Friday, May 1.
Please refer to Monday afternoon’s DHUMP email to find out more about Nominations and Job Descriptions.

Thank you.
Cathy Robinson
PTC President    nominations

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The Spring Book Fair is almost here!

The Spring Book Fair will be held May 4-8 during drop off and pick up hours. This time, it’s buy one, get one free, so buy for your kids, for gifts, or donate to your teacher classroom or school library. If you’re interested in donating a book, check out the teacher and library wish list by the register.

Schedule:

May 4: 1:00-2:00

May 5: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 6: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 7: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 8: 9:00-10:00

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Volunteers needed to help with the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon!
Volunteers are needed to help with childcare during the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, May 15 between 12-3:30 at the DHUMP playground.  The children will be those of the teachers who are attending the luncheon, as well as the luncheon volunteers who are serving. If you are available, please contact Kelly Brooks at kellyb@kellybrooks.net.

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Monica & Arianna’s Italian class is looking for plastic bottle caps for bottle cap art project.  There is a box in the hallway across from their room for drop off. 

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Our Lost & Found over flows!

We ask that you label your child’s clothes.

Please come by and search before for items before they are donated to a shelter.

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DHUMP Gallery–Check it out

DHUMP News & Views

FAQ’s

How much is my child’s tuition? When is Fellini’s Pizza Day? Why does Fellini’s donate pizza to our preschool? When are DHUMP’s school closings? When is theBloomin Bash? Who is performing on Cultural Arts Day? All of these answers can be found on DHUMP’s web calendar.

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Classifieds:  We are happy to advertise your business for a small donation to our scholarship fund.

April 15, 2009

Calendar of Events:

Wednesday, April 22 is Earth Day Celebration!  Click below to see what’s up.

DHUMP Observes Earth Day

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Saturday, April 18 Outdoor Spring Work Day!

Wednesday, April 22 is Earth Day

Thursday, Friday & Monday April 23, 24 & 27 Class Photos! You must fill out a form & pay ahead if you would like a class photo. ClassPicForm09

Wednesday & Thursday, April 29 & 30 Fellini Pizza Day!

Friday, May 1 May 2010 tuition due!

Monday-Friday, May 4-8 The Spring Book Fair is almost here

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CAN YOU DIG IT ???

• names and contact information of volunteers
• names and ages of any children you’ll bring (if you require childcare)

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Summer Camp I  June 1-25
Camp II July 6-31

Your summer camp spot is not reserved unless you have paid in full for both camps.  We are full in some classes. If you have paid in full then withdraw before Friday, April 24th there will be a $50 fee. There will be no refunds for withdrawals after Aprils 24th.  Confirmations will be sent out after Spring Break.  Questions about summer camp? Cathy karmakar

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The Spring Book Fair is almost here!

The Spring Book Fair will be held May 4-8 during drop off and pick up hours. This time, it’s buy one, get one free, so buy for your kids, for gifts, or donate to your teacher classroom or school library. If you’re interested in donating a book, check out the teacher and library wish list by the register.

Schedule:

May 4: 1:00-2:00

May 5: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 6: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 7: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 8: 9:00-10:00

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Our Lost & Found over flows!

We ask that you label your child’s clothes.

Please come by and search before for items before they are donated to a shelter.

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DHUMP Gallery–Check it out

DHUMP News & Views

FAQ’s

How much is my child’s tuition? When is Fellini’s Pizza Day? Why does Fellini’s donate pizza to our preschool? When are DHUMP’s school closings? When is theBloomin Bash? Who is performing on Cultural Arts Day? All of these answers can be found on DHUMP’s web calendar.

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Classifieds:  We are happy to advertise your business for a small donation to our scholarship fund.

April 1, 2009

Calendar of Events:

Earth Day Celebration!  Click below to see the plans.  

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Wednesday, April 1 Tuition Due!

Monday-Friday, April 6-10 School Closed for Spring Break! 

Saturday, April 18 Outdoor Spring Work Day!

Thursday, Friday & Monday April 23, 24 & 27 Class Photos! You must fill out a form & pay ahead if you would like a class photo.  class_pic-1

Monday-Friday, May 4-8 The Spring Book Fair is almost here

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Summer Camp I  June 1-25 
Camp II July 6-31

Both summer camps are due in-full Friday, March 27.  Your summer camp spot is not reserved unless you have paid in full for both camps.  We are full in some classes. If you have paid in full then withdraw before Friday, April 24th there will be a $50 fee. There will be no refunds for withdrawals after Aprils 24th.  Confirmations will be sent out after Spring Break.  Questions about summer camp? Cathy karmakar

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It’s Time Again!  DHUMP SPRING WORKDAY–Mark your calendars!!

Grab your shovels, rakes and work gloves and join us for 

Parent Teacher Connection’s Spring Workday!!!

 Meet parents, teachers and other volunteers on Saturday, April 8th from 9:00AM until 1:00PM; we’ll be giving the children’s garden, playground and picnic area a spring makeover.  DHUMP will provide childcare so the grownups can get busy building, weeding, spreading mulch and sand, planting and making other improvements to polish things up for our kids.

In order to make the workday a success, WE NEED YOUR HELP, so please contact Norris Nelson (Helen’s mom) at norrisboardman@yahoo.com or 678-429-6396 to volunteer.  Please include:

names and contact information of volunteers.  

names and ages of any children you’ll bring (if you require childcare)

We’re looking forward to an exciting spring morning of bonding with new friends and old, so dust off your shovels and join us for some fun!

Who:  YOU, and any other friends or family members you can bring

What:  DHUMP Parent Teacher Connection’s Spring Workday 

When:   Saturday, April 18, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where:   DHUMP Playground

Why:   We need your help, it’ll be fun and we’ll watch your kids for free!

 Shovels, wheelbarrows, rakes, posthole diggers, & gloves are needed!  Thank you!!!

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The Spring Book Fair is almost here!

The Spring Book Fair will be held May 4-8 during drop off and pick up hours. This time, it’s buy one, get one free, so buy for your kids, for gifts, or donate to your teacher classroom or school library. If you’re interested in donating a book, check out the teacher and library wish list by the register.

Schedule:

May 4: 1:00-2:00

May 5: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 6: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 7: 9:00-10:00, 1:00-2:00

May 8: 9:00-10:00

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Our Lost & Found over flows!  

We ask that you label your child’s clothes.  

Please come by and search before for items before they are donated to a shelter.  

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DHUMP Gallery–Check it out

DHUMP News & Views

FAQ’s

How much is my child’s tuition? When is Fellini’s Pizza Day? Why does Fellini’s donate pizza to our preschool? When are DHUMP’s school closings? When is theBloomin Bash? Who is performing on Cultural Arts Day? All of these answers can be found on DHUMP’s web calendar.

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Classifieds:

It is so hard to believe that Spring Break is around the corner!  If you don’t have plans for the kiddo’s, but are looking for something fun for them to do….look no further!
Ms. Sarah and Ms. Arianna are having camp from 9:30-2 p.m., Monday-Friday April 6-10, snack and indoor and outdoor fun are included for $30.  Sibling discounts and before and after care are available.  At Sarah’s home in Avondale Estates, 2 minutes from Farmer’s market.  Contact me at 404 510 9034 or email sarahbnewton@hotmail.com

New Playground on Freedom Parkway:
At the Southeast Corner of North Avenue and Freedom Parkway  is a REALITY (we raised approx $180K)!!! Our build date is scheduled for April 18th, and we are looking for volunteers. We will be providing childcare, breakfast and lunch, and the Falcons will be signing autographs.  Volunteers can register on our website:   http://phnaplayground.org
 

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