As a Berry Patch family, you have access to a licensed Parent and Family Educator as part of the program. We are delighted to have Becky Danielson, M.Ed, on staff and available to you for one-on-one conversations at no additional cost. To schedule an appointment with Becky, please email her at b.danielson@berrypatchschool.com.
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Last month, during Thanksgiving, we gave thanks for our many blessings. Thankfulness is a concept we all work to instill in our children. A grateful heart is a happy heart. From that place of gratitude, we are much more likely to be generous. Generosity is our virtue of this month. Continue reading “December Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
December 1, 2019
Sweet Berry Patch Families,
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Do your children ever have trouble transitioning from one activity to another? Is switching gears from playtime to cleanup difficult? Everyone has trouble with transitions now and again, (adults included) but most families with young children deal with transition trouble often.
Try these techniques to help your child cooperate and shift more easily from one situation or activity to the next. Continue reading “November Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Does your family suffer from Nature Deficit Disorder? Many families do, but know the trend can be reversed! Incredible learning takes place in the great outdoors. Research continues to indicate tremendous benefits in spending time outside, both for adults and children. There are connections to the reduction of stress, anxiety, depression, and obesity as well as an increase in social bonding and creativity. Truly, one of the best places a child can learn is outdoors and yet our kids spend little time in nature. Continue reading “October Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
October 1, 2019
Dear Parents,
As we settle in to the school year I want to highlight one of the key indicators of school success for children: Parent Involvement.
Research shows that your relationship with your child’s teachers as well as engagement in opportunities to be involved with your child’s school community impact your child’s connection to their teacher, classmates, and development as a learner.
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Welcome to a new school year at The Berry Patch! This is going to be another terrific year of love and learning. The staff is dedicated to providing a warm and wonderful experience for your whole family. Part of the comprehensive Berry Patch program is parent and family education, included in the tuition.
Continue reading “September Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
September 3, 2019
We are so excited to see you all on this week for your child’s first day of school! You are receiving A LOT of information as the school year begins, so I will highlight a few important items as we head into September:
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Summer is right around the corner! The next three months provide a time for more unstructured play and activities. Take time now to determine how to enrich your child’s summer with learning activities to spark the imagination and expand the mind.
Literacy is an essential part of your child’s education. Reading, writing, and speaking with your child makes a difference! Literacy is defined as writing and reading to interpret and communicate meaning to others. Make the most of everyday opportunities to encourage literacy in your child with these strategies. Continue reading “May Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
Dear Berry Patch Families,
Are you a good listener?
Are your children good listeners?
How are your family’s conversation skills?
You’ve heard the old adage, “With two ears and one mouth, listen twice as often as you speak.” Listening is a gift we give others. Here are three “listening busters” and solutions to help families increase communication by being better listeners. Continue reading “April Parent & Family Education Newsletter”
April 1, 2019
Dear Berry Patch Families,
As we round the bend to the end of the school year I want to highlight two ways your child- and hopefully your whole family!- has been engaged in growing in their understanding of caring for others.