NIS Kids

Parent Workshop on Use of the iPad with Preschoolers

2012-02-24T11:09:00.000-08:00

On March 20th, we will host an evening Parent Workshop with a guest speaker, Lorianne Hoeninger. Lori is an educator who specializes in using technology with children. She will demonstrate and discuss the best ways to use the iPad, and various apps to support learning and communication. Look in your child's backpack for a flyer with more information.

NIS Receives $30,000 Grant

2012-02-23T12:53:00.002-08:00

The Richard J O'Brien Foundation was created in memory of our beloved friend and supporter. We are the fortunate recipient of a grant from the Foundation. Our thanks are best expressed in the words of our Executive Director, Helen Wilder: "The generous donation from the Richard J. O'Brien Foundation will provide additional resources to help NIS continue to create a learning environment for our children to grow and learn to their highest potential. Your gift is special because of our relationship with our dear friend, Richard. We are truly grateful."

The NIS Bear Hunt!

2012-02-23T12:32:00.000-08:00

Come join us at your child's special event next week as we go on a bear hunt! Many thanks to Beargivers Inc. for the donation of teddy bears for our children. Look in your child's backpack for your invitation.

Our Winter Special Event

2012-01-17T09:32:00.000-08:00

Our special event for this month celebrates the many enjoyable activities that winter brings. We will be warm and dry indoors as we invite family members to join us in a range of activities from building a snow fort to sipping hot chocolate. The event is planned for January 24, 25, and 26. Look in your child's backpack for further information as to the specific date and time slotted for your child's class.

Parent Education News

2012-01-10T08:35:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to present two Parent Education happenings for our NIS parents and guardians.
The first is a series of workshops being presented over an eight week period entitled The Incredible Years Workshops. These workshops provide practical solutions to everyday behavior problems you may face with your child. These workshops will be presented on Tuesday mornings from 9:45 to 10:45 am, starting on January 10.
We are also offering an evening workshop entitled Transitioning from Preschool to School Age on January 31, at 6:30. This workshop is designed for parents/guardians of children with special needs. A guest speaker from the Early Childhood Direction Center will discuss the transition process for children who may need special education services when they enter the public school system. We will also have a Spanish speaking representative present that evening who can address these issues for our Spanish speaking families.

Celebrations with Family and Friends

2011-12-21T09:58:00.000-08:00

December has been a busy month !The holidays afford many opportunities for our children and their families to celebrate and learn together. We started off the month with a Saturday morning Holiday Pancake Breakfast for our families with all preparations, decorating and cooking conducted by our staff members who volunteered their time and energy. Dressed as elves, they welcomed over 220 guests!

This month we also celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Christmas with songs, stories, and cooking traditional foods. The sights, smells and tastes of the holidays lead to many learning and social activities for all of our children.

Our preschool is closed December 26, 2011 through January 2, 2012. We reopen on January 3rd.

We wish you all a happy holiday season, and best wishes for the New Year!

A HEALTHY SMILE

2011-11-21T13:07:00.000-08:00

Many thanks to the Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine for their help in ensuring healthy smiles in our students. Their staff spent two days at NIS, setting up a dental office in our Open Space and examining many of our four year old students. They also conducted workshops for our students, teaching about the habits needed to promote healthy teeth and gums. The children all loved the giant toothbrush that was used in the demonstration, as well as the individual toothbrush they each received as a special gift.

Thanksgiving Feast

2011-11-17T11:50:00.000-08:00

The Annual NIS Thanksgiving Feast is scheduled for November 23rd at NIS. The children will be treated to a traditional turkey dinner.
For more information contact NIS.