Jan
14
7:30 PM19:30

Parent Literacy Workshops

Hello families! CNS is so excited to offer three parent workshops this year! This year we have focused on developing our literacy curriculum, and are working with Dr. Jen Scoggin who is a literacy consultant and author. Her website to learn more about her and her work: https://trustingreaders.com/

In addition to doing PD with the staff, we are also asking her to do three parent workshops on literacy. Jen is an incredible expert in her field and we are so fortunate to have her! For ease these workshops will be virtual, and the first one will be 1/14 at 7:30.

Virtual link to follow, description of workshop below!

Workshop #1: As parents, often one of our greatest joys is sharing books with our children. Children’s positive experiences with text from a young age have the power to set the stage for future confident literacy success. In this first workshop, we will explore the connections between emotions and reading, the importance of staying child-centered and what it means to start to build an identity as a reader. In addition, tips for feedback, addressing mistakes and setting up literacy opportunities in your home will be shared.

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Guilford Tree Lighting
Dec
6
5:45 PM17:45

Guilford Tree Lighting

The Guilford Tree Lighting runs on Friday, Dec 6th from 5:45pm to 6:30pm. Stage(s) will be set up near the Town Christmas Tree in front of town hall.

There are a variety of acts, but CNS forms the Nursery School Choir! They perform in the second half of the show and also greet Santa. The children will gather no later than 5:30 - we will be given a meeting spot as it gets closer. The children sing two songs with Dee (the woman who coordinates the tree lighting):

  • Jingle Bells will be first

  • When we get ready to bring Santa in they sing: Santa Claus is coming to town with Dee.

  • At then end they join everyone for We Wish You A Merry Christmas

  • You can download a copy of the lyrics here.

They ask that there are some adults on stage to supervise but NOT a 1 parent to 1 child ratio.

It should all wrap up by about 6:30!

Please RSVP to abbeauvais11@gmail.com just so I have an idea about how many kids, and maybe three parent volunteers to go up on stage with the kids.

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Nature School Open House
Nov
23
10:30 AM10:30

Nature School Open House

Past, present, and prospective nature families are invited to join us for a Nature School open house on 11/23 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please note this is an adult-only event.

Agenda:

  • 10:30 a.m., Meet at the Barn for a director-led introduction to Nature School at CNS

  • 11:00 a.m. Visit the 3s basecamp for a teacher-led info session about the importance of free explore

  • 11:15 a.m. Travel to 4s basecamp to learn about meeting/circle time

  • 11:30 a.m. Visit Nature K to for an instructor-led overview of emergent curriculum, standards based lessons

  • 11:45 a.m. End your time at CNS with journaling and a tea ceremony

  • Prospective parents are invited to stay for a Q&A following the tea ceremony.

RSVP Online

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Fall School Clean-Up
Nov
9
9:00 AM09:00

Fall School Clean-Up

Hi CNS Families!

The first School Clean-Up is scheduled for Saturday, November 9th @ 9:00am-1:00pm. There are 24 family slots available for the first clean-up. If this date/time works for your family please sign up (one slot/family) using this link:

Signup Genius

Each family is required to send one parent to one school clean-up this year, unless your co-op job requires extra clean-up attendance. This event is child-friendly, it can be a great opportunity for us to model for our children a community at work. Please keep in mind if you do decide to bring your children that you are responsible for keeping an eye on your child and ensuring their safety during the clean-up!

Thank you!
Matt Hendrix (Sydney's Dad)

If you would like to ask a question, email hendrix04@gmail.com.

We will need a few people to bring leaf blowers.

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Raise Craze
Nov
4
to Nov 17
Community

Raise Craze

  • Google Calendar ICS

Mark your calendars! Raise Craze will take place from November 4-17. Stay tuned for more information.

Raise Craze is not just about fundraising; it's also about fostering kindness. Families are encouraged to not only make a donation but also to pay forward an act of kindness. In addition, students will participate in activities that promote kindness both in the classroom and the wider community.

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CNS Fall Picnic
Sep
28
11:00 AM11:00

CNS Fall Picnic

Please join us for food and fun for the CNS Fall Picnic!
Food will be provided. Just bring a blanket!

When: Saturday September 28, 11am-1pm
Where: Jacob's Beach Pavilion and Playground

Please RSVP using the below evite link by Wednesday, September 25.
http://evite.me/FFRwcgXJzy

Raindate will be Sunday September 29, 11am-1pm.

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2024 Guilford Fair Parade - CNS Event
Sep
21
9:00 AM09:00
Public Event

2024 Guilford Fair Parade - CNS Event

  • Guilford Center Guilford, CT 06437 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Community Nursery School traditionally participates in this annual town event and is looking forward to having our families join us this year. We understand that, due to the timing, some of you who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah may not be able to make it, but we hope as many families as possible can join us for the parade.

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CNS Nature School Orientation
Aug
28
7:30 PM19:30

CNS Nature School Orientation

Hello Nature School Families!

We are getting excited for the school year to start! Since your child is enrolled in Nature School, which is a non-traditional program, we thought this year we would spend some time going over important parts of NS handbook together before the start of school. You can find the handbook here. Please take a look at it and gather any questions for the evening of the 28th! Thank you!

Rachel

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Annual Beach Meet-Up
Aug
17
2:00 PM14:00

Annual Beach Meet-Up

Hello CNS Families!

I would like to welcome you to our annual Beach Meet-Up at Jacob’s Beach!  This event is BYO food and is simply a coordinated time for us to have fun in the sun and sand!  

Date: Saturday August 17, 2:00-4:00pm

Dependent on the weather.  Raindate options include Saturday or Sunday, Aug 18, 24, or 25 either in the morning from 10:00-Noon or the afternoon from 2:00-4:00, all depending on the weather:) I’ll send a confirmation email the day before.  

Hope to see you all there!

Best,

Christina Daly

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2024 Little Folks Fair
Jun
1
11:00 AM11:00
Public Event, Coop Participation Event

2024 Little Folks Fair

Since 1956 Community Nursery School has hosted the fair on the historic Guilford Green. The fair transforms the Green into a playground for children and families, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The little ones will be thrilled with the bounce rides, petting zoo with donkey rides, our famous little train, a circus arena and much more. Great fun and food await!

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Rock Climbing CNS day
Feb
25
10:00 AM10:00
Community

Rock Climbing CNS day

  • Rock Spot Climbing in Wallingford  (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We'd like to invite you to a special Rock Climbing CNS day at Rock Spot Climbing in Wallingford on Sunday, February 25, 10AM-12PM, all ages and families welcome! 

  • For kids ages 3+, they have all of the gear needed to try out the actual climbing walls, with the shoes & harness to borrow at no extra cost. 

  • For kids ages 2 and under, they will set up a fun climbing area and have a wall they can play around on, in addition to a tent, and some balls. 

Details

Where: Rock Spot Climbing in Wallingford 
340 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford, CT 06492


Time Slot 1: 10AM-11AM

Time Slot 2: 11AM-12PM 

Climber Price: $25  for 3+ (if your child wants to climb on the wall w/the harness & shoes) 

Toddler Price: $15 for 2 and under (babies are free)  

If you're interested, please reply to, ashley.schildwachter@gmail.com or text 203-241-8165, with the number of climbers and/or toddlers, and the time slot you'd like to come.

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