Bethany Early Childhood Center

BECC NEWSLETTER-NOVEMBER 2009

Bible Verse: “God has been good to me.” Genesis 33:11
Bible Concept: I can pray to God and thank him for His goodness
Bible Stories: God cares for a Widow (1 Kings 17:7-16)

Mark Your Calendars:
Wednesday, November 4^th - KIDS SCREEN with the Center for Hearing, Speech and Language
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 5^th & 6^th – Dental Health Presentations
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 12^th & 13^th - DIA Portraits
Monday, November 23^rd – Thanksgiving Feast in FH
Thursday & Friday, November 26^th and 27^th – CLOSED for Thanksgiving
Tuesday, December 8^th – Christmas Program 6:00pm in the Bethany Sanctuary

THANKSGIVING FEAST: Parents, grandparents and guardians of all BECC students are cordially invited to our Thanksgiving Feast to be held at 12:00 noon on Monday, November 23^rd in the Fellowship Hall. A traditional Thanksgiving meal will be served. The cost is $5.00 per adult (BECC students are not charged). Reservations and payments must be made by Wednesday, November 18^th, to insure we purchase and prepare enough food. This is a special sharing time with your preschooler (NO SIBLINGS PLEASE).

If you are unable to make arrangements for younger siblings, see Mary in the BECC office ASAP. Thanks for your cooperation!

FLU SHOTS: Please notify us if your child gets a flu shot so we can update our medical records.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES: Please watch for your teacher’s sign up sheet for conference times. Conferences are important and offer a time for a two way conversation regarding the progress, concerns and goals for the development of your child.

BE PREPARED: In our ever changing Colorado weather, we need to layer and have sweaters and jackets available each day. Please label each item your child brings to BECC.

FRIENDLY REMINDERS:

• Please pick up your children before 1:00pm if they are scheduled for preschool only. Late fees will be charged starting at 1:00pm.
• Please call BECC if your child is not coming to school. We are concerned about our children and need to know if there is illness or just a day off with Mom or Dad or other friends or relatives.
• It is time to take your child’s “warm weather” EXTRA clothes home and replace them with “cold weather” EXTRA clothes in a well marked sealed bag.

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You’ve made the decision that you need a care provider for your child. That’s sometimes the hardest part. Now, it’s a matter of finding a qualified provider that meets the needs of you and your family. So, what initial questions should a parent ask a potential child care provider? Here are 12 quick questions that can help screen whether a more comprehensive visit or tour is desired before making this important decision… (read full article from about.com)

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You like the location and agree to the established rate for child care. You’re comfortable with the hours of operation. And you are informed about the licensing requirements and any accredition preferences. So, are there other things you should ask before deciding to place your child with a certain child care provider? You bet. Here are some key questions to consider before making this important decision…(read full article from about.com)

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How do you evaluate the various daycare options and make the right choice? For starters, be sure to plan a day where both you and your child can visit the facilities and observe first-hand activities for your child’s age. Bring a checklist and plan your questions. In the end, it’s the facility in which you feel most comfortable and your child seems most positive about that could end up being the right choice…(read full article from about.com)

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Expectant parents should have more on their minds than shopping for playpens and stocking up on enough diapers to fill a three-car garage. They can’t overlook one of the most important decisions they’ll make for the well-being of their new baby – finding high-quality child care service.

For decades, two-career families have been the norm in many American households, requiring a search for someone to care for the children, either inside or outside the home. In the aftermath of the events of Sept. 11, 2001, there was actually a trend toward more families deciding that one parent or the other would reduce work commitments and become the primary caretaker. But now, the momentum appears to be shifting in the opposite direction again, leaving more parents competing for the available care out there…(read full article from WebMD)

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1. Start Early

Start looking as far in advance as you can. No matter what type of care you are considering – a child care center or care in someone else’s home – finding the right child care option can take some time…(read full article from ChildCareAware.org)

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Choosing appropriate child care for your infant or young child can seem as overwhelming as helping your teenager select a college or university. As a parent, it is your responsibility to ensure that your child is safe and happy in a child care environment that is fun, educational, and nurturing. Read on to learn how to go about making such an important decision… (read full article from kidshealth.org)

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There are many good reasons parents choose the child care option they do. Unfortunately, there are also many bad reasons as well. Choosing the wrong type of care, or one that is selected strictly for cost or convenience, can backfire, creating a stressful situation for the family and an unhappy child as well. Here are pitfalls to avoid when choosing child care. (read full article from about.com)

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