Haysville Parents as Teachers - Haysville Public Schools USD 261

	Program Coordinator: Roxie Brotsky 134 Stewart Haysville, Kansas 67060 Phone: (316) 554-2303 Fax: (316) 554-2342 What is Parents as teachers What is Bridge to Bright Beginnings? Parents as Teachers is a research-driven program that arms parents with the information they need to prepare their young children for success in school and in life. The program includes monthly home visits with a certified birth to 3 educator, parent-child group activities, family outings and yearly developmental screenings. Any family residing in U.S.D. #261 who is expecting a child or has a child from birth to age 3 is eligible to participate in the free Parents as Teachers program. Sign up today by calling 554-2303. The Bridge to Bright Beginnings class is a parent-child class for children who have turned 3 and are no longer eligible for Parents as Teachers. Children attend a once-a-week structured class with a parent or other adult caregiver. In the class and in at-home assignments, children work on mastering the state standards for 3-year-olds in fun effective ways. Cost for the class is only $10 and, while slots are limited, anyone in U.S.D. #261 with a 3-year-old is eligible to participate. Call 554-2303 to enroll.
	NEWS & INFORMATION
	LET'S GO TO THE ZOO May 9th 10:00 A.M.		ANNUAL FAMILY PICNIC May 15th 6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. at Riggs Park
	Don't miss our annual PAT zoo trip at the Sedgwick County Zoo on Friday, May 9th. We will plan to enter the zoo together at 10:00 a.m. sharp so please arrive by 9:50 a.m. THe cost is $1 per person age 4 and over. There is no cost for children 3 and under or for those with zoo passes. Come dressed for the weather and be prepared to enjoy a spring day at the zoo.		PAT hosts an end of the year family picnic at Riggs Park for families in PAT. Table service, meat (fried chicken) and drinks will be provided, we ask that each family bring a side dish to share. Please bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on while you eat. Hope to see you there!

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	BRIDGE TO BRIGHT BEGINNINGS We still have a few openings in our 3-year-old Bridge to Bright Beginnings parent/child participation class on Tuesday afternoons, Wednesday mornings or Thursday mornings. The class has routines and schedules similar to any preschool class. It meets once a week and will include "homework" that the parent and child can do throughout the week prior to the next class. Call the PAT office to enroll in these classes. MOVE & GROOVE Move & Groove meets on Mondays at Haysville Community Library (130 W. Grand). This popular class incorporates music, movement, instrument exploration and fun while kids are learning language and listening skills! Parent participation is required. Please wear comfortable clothes and be ready to move! BOOK LOOK CLUB Book Look Club will meet on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 at the various elementary schools in the district (see the calendar for specifics). Please enter the elementary schools through the main doors, and follow the signs. Book Look Club includes an age-appropriate story, craft and activity time for children birth to age 5 and their parents. PLAY GROUPS to begin SEPTEMBER 7TH Play group will meet on Friday mornings from 9:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Parents as Teachers building (134 Stewart) in Grand Lane. Play group is an opportunity for your child to practice and learn social and problem-solving skills and is also a chance for you to meet other young parents. Dates and times for the above activities are located in the "upcoming events" section on the right-hand side of this screen. New this year will be some specific gross motor play groups where children will be given a chance to run, jump, play and use developing muscles and Artsy Smartsy groups. These groups will meet a couple times during the year in place of regular play group. Watch for more information about these activities in upcoming newsletters and calendars.
	HAYSVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY STORYTIME The Library offers three children's storytime classes from September to May. These classes are free, the reward is getting a child interested in books. Tuesdays - 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Toddlers (2 year olds) in which Mom is present to participate in stories, sons and fingerplays. Wednesday & Thursdays - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. 3 - 5 year old children participate without a parent. They listen to stories and do fingerplays, music and a craft item. The children receive "homework" that helps with basic skills. Stop by the Library to get signed up for next year, 2007 - 2008.
	FREE SCREENINGS The Haysville USD 261 Parents as Teachers program offers free developmental screenings for anyone living in the Haysville School District who has a child between the ages of birth and age 3 years. Screenings can be done in child's home at a convenient time. To schedule a screening, call the Parents as Teachers office at 554- 2303.

	SCHOOL OVERVIEW You are your child's first and best teacher! Parents as Teachers is a nationally recognized program which has been in the Haysville School District since 1993. Recent research has shown that the experiences you give your child in the years from birth to three are critical for success later on in school and in life. Who is eligible to participate in Parents as Teachers? Any expecting family or any family with a child from birth to 3 years who resides in U.S.D. #261 is invited to participate. What is the cost of the Parents as Teachers program? It's a free program funded by the Haysville School District. How do I get started? To request more information or to sign up for the Parents as Teachers program, call 554-2303.

Calendar of Events

Mondays
Move & Groove
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Book Look Club @ various elementary schools
See Calendar for Locations

Fridays
Play Group
9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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