What We've Been Up To...
Artwork and Belongings for the Year/Lost and Found
If you haven’t already done so, please bring a brown, paper shopping bag to take home all your child’s artwork and materials from the year. Items that are left at school will be thrown away or taken to Goodwill.
Room Parents
Please consider being a room parent for your child next year! This is such an important job and really helps with our sense of community we have here at Covenant. If you are interested, please email me and I will pass your information on to the next year’s Parent Activities Coordinator, Sarah Haegelin. If you are a frequent “emailer,” this is an EASY job to do. It’s all about communication!
Sweet Home Covenant Photo Books
We have a few extra class photo books from the fundraiser that we are willing to sell -- $18 for one of $15 for two or more. If you did not order one OR need an additional copy, please stop by the office and speak to Emily.
Enrollment Forms
Enrollment forms for the 2013-2014 school year have gone out, along with a reminder about your May 2014 prepaid tuition. We had a very difficult time this past fall getting our enrollment forms in before the start of school, so please get your forms in EARLY so we don’t have to harass you come September!
Sweet Home Covenant Photos
If you were especially happy with your child's photo from the Sweet Home Covenant photo book fundraiser, you have the opportunity to order a print of your child's photo. The office has additional order forms if you have not receieved one, or would like grab another one.
If you haven’t already done so, please bring a brown, paper shopping bag to take home all your child’s artwork and materials from the year. Items that are left at school will be thrown away or taken to Goodwill.
Room Parents
Please consider being a room parent for your child next year! This is such an important job and really helps with our sense of community we have here at Covenant. If you are interested, please email me and I will pass your information on to the next year’s Parent Activities Coordinator, Sarah Haegelin. If you are a frequent “emailer,” this is an EASY job to do. It’s all about communication!
Sweet Home Covenant Photo Books
We have a few extra class photo books from the fundraiser that we are willing to sell -- $18 for one of $15 for two or more. If you did not order one OR need an additional copy, please stop by the office and speak to Emily.
Enrollment Forms
Enrollment forms for the 2013-2014 school year have gone out, along with a reminder about your May 2014 prepaid tuition. We had a very difficult time this past fall getting our enrollment forms in before the start of school, so please get your forms in EARLY so we don’t have to harass you come September!
Sweet Home Covenant Photos
If you were especially happy with your child's photo from the Sweet Home Covenant photo book fundraiser, you have the opportunity to order a print of your child's photo. The office has additional order forms if you have not receieved one, or would like grab another one.
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Save the Date!
Wednesday, May 22 – LAST Day of school and Graduation
Summer Camps and Kindergarten Camp
You still have time to sign up for summer camps. All weeks are still open EXCEPT for July 23-26 (ONE spot open in Big camp only). Also, we are still planning to offer our 5-day Kindergarten Camp as well and have 5 spaces left! Please stop by the office to get your form!
Save the Date!
Wednesday, May 22 – LAST Day of school and Graduation
Summer Camps and Kindergarten Camp
You still have time to sign up for summer camps. All weeks are still open EXCEPT for July 23-26 (ONE spot open in Big camp only). Also, we are still planning to offer our 5-day Kindergarten Camp as well and have 5 spaces left! Please stop by the office to get your form!
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Meet the Teacher!
Jenny Carman
Meet Jenny Carman... the resident "floater" for Covenant Presbyterian Preschool! Jenny is working her first year as a teacher at Covenant, but was on the PAT committee for two years. Before coming to CPP, Jenny was a productions/operations manager for Science Magazine in Washington, D.C. She has two children, Melea and Atley. Melea was a Brainy Bear this year, and Atley is finishing up Kindergarten.
You might be surprise to find out that Jenny met her husband while racing cars. He was her instructor at a racing school. Jenny's favorite food is Sushi, or really anything Japanese! She also loves Rallycross, which she explains as a "cheaper, redneck version of World Rally. Their family doesn't have any pets, but they're looking for something her husband isn't allergic to! Jenny's favorite cartoon character is the Coyot, because he never gives up trying to get that Roadrunner.
Jenny's favorite thing about being at Covenant is that she gets to connect with the kids, as well as being surrounded by such amazing peers. We are so blessed to have Jenny as our wonderful and dedicated "floater!"
Ms. Jenny
Meet Ms. Jenny, the Fours Teacher for CPP. This is Jenny's second year here. Before coming to Covenant, Jenny was a full-time stay at home Mom for ten years. Her family moved a lot during those years so she is thankful she was home to help ease those transitions. Even before that, she was an elementary school teacher.
Jenny and her husband have three amazing children! Paige is in middle school and plays the flute, as well as being involved in Girl Scouts and volleyball. Reed is in third grade and loves all things related to baseball, especially the New York Yankees. He also plays soccer and is involved in Cub Scouts. Cooper is in Kindergarten and is a CPP alumni, having graduated from Ms. Lisby's class last year. He is always on the go, playing outside with friends, riding his scooter and playing soccer and baseball.
Ms. Jenny loves Texas Longhorn football and can be found yelling at the TV right alongside her husband! Her favorite foods are chips and queso, and when she has any spare time at all, you can find her reading or baking yummy goodies! Her family has a Border Collie named Chipper and a cat named Sox. Both are much loved by the whole family. Jenny's favorite cartoon character is Mrs. Incredible from The Incredibles because her family reminds Ms. Jenny of her own, right down to the Girl/Boy/Boy make up.
Teaching at Covenant has been wonderful for Ms. Jenny. Her favorite part is the co-op program. She loves how it allows her to get to know her students' families and creates a strong sense of classroom community even beyond the classroom itself.
We are so blessed to have Ms. Jenny as our wonderful and loving Fours teacher!
Mary Watterson
Meet Mary Watterson, the Teacher Supply Liason and Substitute teacher for Covenant Presbyterian preschool. Before coming to Covenant, Mary was working in retail as the Inventory Coordinator for The Container Store.
Mary has one son who attended CPP and is now a freshman at McCallum. He is involved in the Fine Arts Academy, focusing on Visual Arts. Mary's favorite foods are Ethnic foods, especially Mexican and Asian. She also loves chocolate chip cookies! Her hobbies include just being outdoors, riding bikes and hiking. She also enjoys sewing and crafting. Mary's family has a 17 year old black and white cat named Sparky. They also foster kittens from the Humane Society.
Mary loves teaching at Covenant because she says "my energy level is maintained when I'm surrounded by all of the fun and enthusiasm children bring." She also loves the variety in her day, and the fact that no two days are the same! We are so blessed to have Mary working for Covenant Presbyterian Preschool.
Gayla Stuart
Gayla Stuart is the Director of children and preteens at Covenant Presbyterian Church. She has been with Covenant for twelve years now! Before becoming our children's and preteen director, she was the director for Sylvan Learning Centers. Gayla has two CPP alumni who are "amazing!" She says there's not much you would be surprised to find out about her, as she's an open book! Her favorite food is Mexican and her hobbies are driving her kids around, working out, entertaining and traveling. Her family has three dogs and her favorite cartoon character is Lucy.
Gayla loves working at Covenant because of all of the wonderful families! We are so blessed to have such a wonderful and energetic director for our children!
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Bible Units
Take some time to check out what Bible Unit your child is studying at school... You might find great opportunities to discuss what he/she is learning at home!
Most recently at Chapel, Christy finished telling the story of Noah and how God sent a rainbow to remind us of His presence and promise to take care of us. This is such a perfect lesson to hear at the end of the year as the children are soon leaving the preschool. We always want them to remember that Jesus loves them and will take care of them no matter where they go.
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Make and Take
Make and Takes have been such a blessing to us this year! However, the Make and Take girls will be needing volunteers to help facilitate
Make and Takes next year, so if you're interested in helping one
month, please contact Kristen McDavid or Erinn Windler so they can keep
your contact information for next year. They also have a sign up sheet
at the Make and Take table.
Kristen McDavid - kkmcdavid@gmail.com
Erinn Windler - erinnwindler@yahoo.com
Kristen McDavid - kkmcdavid@gmail.com
Erinn Windler - erinnwindler@yahoo.com
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Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
If you weren't able to read the blog last time, please take the time to check out the link below. While
our kiddos are still little and not getting into Social Media quite
yet, we thought this article was a really great thought to keep in mind
for the future. As the author says, we want our kids to be "guarding their hearts with scriptures from God's Word and reminding themselves [who they really belong to]," instead of "setting themselves up for insecurities" through postings. It's a really good read, if you have time!
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Happy Birthday to You!
o Clove
Becker (5/2)
o Coda
Becker (5/4)
o Simon
Windler (5/7)
o Lillian
Poland (5/8)
o Sam
Little (5/9)
o Kenneth
Witt (5/11)
o Brammer
Knisely (5/13)
o Nolan
Peters (5/16)
o Melea
Carman (5/19)
o Gregory
Sherwood (5/22)
o Elijah
Marroquin (5/30)
o Stella
Little (6/3)
o Byrd
Bailey (6/5)
o Oliver
Little (6/9)
o
Lynda MacQueen (6/14)
o Ella
Pulkingham Morales (6/14)
o Graham
Pulkingham Morales (6/14)
o Vaughn
Zumwalt (6/15)
o Andrew
Stahlman (6/29)
o Colin
McDavid (6/30)
o Emily
Wolkind (7/1)
o Isabella
Zabaneh (7/2)
o Michael
Zabaneh (7/2)
o Olivia
Navarro (7/5)
o Tyler
Navarro (7/5)
o
Gayla Stuart (7/9)
o Seth
Ellison (7/10)
o Bobby
Ross (7/10)
o Mabry
Peters (7/10)
o Dylan
Hanley (7/14)
o
Emily Taylor (7/15)
o Gage
Haegelin (7/15)
o Maya
Abraham (7/16)
o Anna
Phillips (7/21)
o Paige
Taylor (7/22)
o
Jenni McCollum (7/23)
o Maible
Epp (7/25)
o Owen
Scott (7/31)
o JuJu
Lewis (8/1)
o Bennett
Hanley (8/2)
o Jack
Johnson (8/3)
o Lauren
Knight (8/5)
o Lily
McReynolds (8/10)
o Virginia
Phillips (8/10)
o
Christi Milam (8/13)
o Henry
Hanna (8/18)
o Kaitlyn
Gooch (8/20)
o Perry
Edgar (8/23)
o Lily
Carsner (8/27)
o Maya
Hinsdale (8/28)
o Charlotte
Skaggs (8/28)
o Wyatt
Buderer (8/30)
o Henry
Lyons (8/31)
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Covenant Happenings
Vacation Bible School
Kingdom Rock, June 17-21, 2013
Where kids stand strong for God.Get ready for a week of faith, fun and friends. At Covenant's Vacation Bible School, kids learn about God and the Bible through song, taste, smell, touch and sight. It's a glorious week of fun activities that center around God. For more information, download the Parent Letter and FAQ @ http://www.covenant.org/vbs, then download the appropriate registration form and return the completed form to Stacey Grooms.
Wednesdays for Children at Covenant
On Wednesday nights from 6-7:30 children four years old through 4th
grade are invited to meet with Coach Kelly for a time of very active
games with a Biblical message. Midway through the evening the kids are
divided into age groups to explore the Bible through story time, crafts,
snacks and Bible story videos.
To reserve childcare for children three years and younger during Wednesday night activities, contact childcare@covenant.org.
Children's Choirs
Covenant offers children's choirs for children ages 4 by Sept. 1,
2012, through 6th grade. The choirs rehearse on Wednesdays from
4:30-5:30 p.m. during the school year. In addition to experiencing the
joy of music and singing, our choir members learn the importance and the
excitement of being actively involved in worship. The children sing
special music at worship services, present a Christmas program, and
perform in our annual spring musical.
- Choristers: 4th - 6th grades
- Carolers: 2nd and 3rd grades
- Sunshine Singers: 1st grade
- Praise Makers: Kindergarten
- Music Makers: Pre-Kindergarten
Questions? Contact Stacy Curtis at scurtis@covenant.org or 334-3033.
Children's Programs at 9:30 on Sundays
Covenant offers numerous learning programs for your children. At 9:30
a.m. on Sundays, kids can play games and socialize while learning about
the Bible. Refer to the menu at left for more information on these
programs.
Tot Spot
Tot Spot is loving childcare for babies three months up to two years old. It is available Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Preschool Place
Preschool Place is Sunday school for two-year-olds through
pre-kindergarten. At 9:30 a.m. on Sundays, Children enjoy an hour of
song, prayer, Bible story time and crafts. The curriculum is
activity-oriented for those energetic little ones. Tons of fun!
zone k-4
zone k-4, for kids in kindergarten through 4th grade, is
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. This elementary age Sunday School program provides
10 different learning labs for children to be immersed in the Bible. It
incorporates food, games, computers, science, art, music and
storytelling. The children are divided into groups according to grade
and gender and are led by “Shepherds” to a different lab each week. The
hands-on lesson presented at each station reflects stories being studied
throughout the year.
“Bible Bucks” are issued to students for memorizing the point of the
day, the scripture of the month, leading in prayer, etc. Those bucks can
be redeemed at our “Inspiration Store” where kids can purchase items
that reinforce what we are teaching in zone k-4. Our hour concludes with
a large gathering time where we sing songs of worship and praise. It is
truly an energizing and motivating hour for kids!
Club 56
Club 56 is a Sunday school program for 5th and 6th
graders on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Club 56 starts the hour with fun games
that introduce the Bible lesson for the day. Later in the hour students
break into groups by gender and have deeper discussion and prayer time.
Club 56 on Sunday mornings is led by Club 56 parents and our fabulous
Club 56 Interns.
Children's Programs at 11 a.m. on Sundays
Treasure Island
Children,
from four-years-old to second graders, may sail away to Treasure Island
at our 11 a.m. services. Kids begin the hour with their families in
either the 11 a.m. Traditional or the Contemporary Service. After 10-15
minutes, the kids are invited to join a member of the Children and
Preteen Ministry staff and make their way to FE 300. There, the kids
learn a Bible story and engage in activities that enhance the learning
experience. Parents should pick their kids in in FE 300 at the
conclusion of the worship service.
