Thompson School District Letter – Tips for Families
We are sharing this letter that was sent out to Thompson School District Families this afternoon.
Once again, thank you very much for your support and your patience with
today’s unexpected school closure. Due to the nature of the closure, it is
possible that your child will have some questions about why this is
happening or will perhaps have a need for support. The following information
is taken from this website, specifically the ideas offered by the National
Association of School Psychologists.
Today’s closure may confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or
worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for
information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can
help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and
talking with them about their fears.
– Reassure children that they are safe. Emphasize that schools are very
safe. Validate their feelings. Explain that all feelings are okay when they
hear about things that might feel scary. Let children talk about their feelings,
help put them into perspective and assist them in expressing these feelings
appropriately.
– Make time to talk. Let their questions be your guide as to how much
information to provide. Be patient. Children and youth do not always talk
about their feelings readily. Watch for clues that they may want to talk, such
as hovering around while you do the dishes or yard work. Some children
prefer writing, playing music, or doing an art project as an outlet. Young
children may need concrete activities (such as drawing, looking at picture
books, or imaginative play) to help them identify and express their feelings.
– Keep your explanations developmentally appropriate:
– Early elementary school children need brief, simple information that should
be balanced with reassurances that their school and homes are safe and that
adults are there to protect them. Give simple examples of school safety like
reminding children about exterior doors being locked, child monitoring
efforts on the playground, and emergency drills practiced during the school
day.
– Upper elementary and early middle school children will be more vocal in
asking questions about whether they truly are safe and what is being done
at their school. They may need assistance separating reality from fantasy.
Discuss efforts of school and community leaders to provide safe schools.
– Upper middle school and high school students will have strong and varying
opinions about the causes of violence in schools and society. They will share
concrete suggestions about how to make school safer and how to prevent
tragedies in society. Emphasize the role that students have in maintaining
safe schools by following school safety guidelines (e.g. not providing building
access to strangers, reporting strangers on campus, reporting threats to the
school safety made by students or community members, etc.),
communicating any personal safety concerns to school administrators, and
accessing support for emotional needs.
– Review safety procedures for your home. Help children identify at
least one adult at school and in the community to whom they go if they feel
threatened or at risk.
– Observe children’s emotional state. Some children may not express
their concerns verbally. Changes in behavior, appetite, and sleep patterns
can indicate a child’s level of anxiety or discomfort. In most children, these
symptoms will ease with reassurance and time. However, some children may
be at risk for more intense reactions. Children who have had a past
traumatic experience or personal loss, suffer from depression or other
mental illness, or with special needs may be at greater risk for severe
reactions than others. Seek the help of a mental health professional if you
are at all concerned.
– Limit television viewing of these events and be aware if the
television is on in common areas. Developmentally inappropriate
information can cause anxiety or confusion, particularly in young children.
Adults also need to be mindful of the content of conversations that they
have with each other in front of children, even teenagers, and limit their
exposure to comments that might be misunderstood or upsetting.
We know that closing school today has disrupted the routine for your child.
That said, anything you can do to keep to a regular schedule can be
reassuring and can promote physical health. Ensure that children get plenty
of sleep, regular meals, and exercise. Encourage them to keep up with their
schoolwork. They might take advantage of the time today to catch up on
missing assignments if necessary. But please don’t push them if they seem
overwhelmed.
As always, if you or your child is in need of further support, please do not
hesitate to reach out to our district’s Psychological Response Team at 970-
613-5026.
Registration
We are currently registering for openings in the following classes for 2019–2020:
- Ms. Jill’s 3s on Tuesday/Thursday from 9:00–11:30 a.m. Only 5 Openings
- Mrs. Martinez’s P.M. 4s Monday/Tuesday/Thursday from 12:45–3:15 p.m. Only 3 Openings
If you are interested in registering, please follow these steps:
- Contact the class coordinator, Stefani, for the 3s or Char for the 4s for class openings.
- Download the 2019–2020 Registration Packet and fill it out by hand or complete it electronically using Adobe Acrobat Reader: https://get.adobe.com/reader. Please do not use digital signatures.
- Submit the completed 2019–2020 Registration Packet with two photos of your child and a check or cash for your $75 non-refundable registration fee.
You can find answers to all of your questions about Registration by visiting our Register for Classes page.
Four classes are full for the 2019–2020 school year.
- Ms. Jill’s Friday 2.5s
- Ms. Jill’s 3s Monday/Wednesday
- Mrs. Martinez’s 3s Tuesday/Thursday
- Mrs. Martinez’s AM 4s Monday/Wednesday/Friday
We can add your child to our waiting list. Should there be an opening in your requested class, we will contact you.
Please email the class coordinator to be added to the waiting list (Stefani for 2s/3s classes, or Char. for 4s classes).
Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction – Thank You!
Thanks to your generosity and support, our annual pancake breakfast was a big success! We made 630 pancakes, more than any other year, and raised $3,600! The money will go toward buying supplies, toys, playground equipment, and more.
Also a big thank you to Bernie Lucero and his son, Spencer, for preparing the pancakes. Bernie has helped with this fundraiser for 17 years, and we’re grateful for his support. Our sincerest thank you to all who attended, including the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:
- Denver Zoo
- Sue and Dale Schwery
- Anytime Fitness
- Stowers Orthodontics
- Colorado Railroad Museum
- Laura Martinez Family
- Loveland Public Library
- Lighthouse Dance
- Scheels
- The Flying School
- Jessy’s Projects
- Pepsi Center
- Chilson Recreation Center
- Comfort Suites
- Denver Museum of Nature & Science
- History Colorado Center
- Children’s Museum of Denver
- Wooden Mountain Bouldering Gym
- Garment Gal
- Dan Ostermiller
- Ripple Effect Martial Arts
- Hogfish Seafood & Smokehouse
- The Laureate Publick House Restaurant
- P.F. Chang’s
- Rituals Salon
- The Wapiti Colorado Pub
- The Coffee Tree
- Cold Stone Creamery
- Door 222
- Five Tables
- Larimer Humane Society
- Butterfly Pavilion
- Audrey McCormick
- Mary Bedosky
- Budweiser Event Center
- BW Integrated Systems
- Loveland Laser Tag
- Our young flower pot artists
- Elise Taylor Photography
- The Mullens
- Wicked Tequila Room
- Cactus Grille
- Sláinte Coffee
Tour Community Preschool
Would you like to learn more about Community Preschool and what we have to offer your family at our preschool? RSVP to tour the preschool and see what our play-based, parent-cooperative preschool is all about.
Call 970-669-4323 or click here to email and reserve your spot for the tour at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesdays!
Waiting List for Full Classes
Our classes are all full for this spring but we can add your child to our waiting list. Should there be an opening in your requested class, we will contact you.
Please email the class coordinator to be added to the waiting list (Stefani for 2s/3s classes, or Char for 4s classes).
Find the answers to your questions about our classes on our Register for Classes page, or contact a class coordinator.
Last Order for 2018–2019 School Year!
Scholastic Book Orders
Due Wednesday, April 24
Each month you have an opportunity to purchase affordable books for your child through Scholastic. It is a great program and each book you purchase earns points for Community Preschool to purchase educational materials and books for the classrooms.
Go to scholastic.com/readingclub and create an account with the code R3Q3J. You will see Ms. Tammy Friske’s name for the order. If you prefer, you can complete a paper order and turn it in at preschool. If you have any questions please contact Ms. Tammy.
First Quarter Tuition Due
Monday, July 1, 2019
Tuition for the third quarter is due by Monday, July 1, 2019. There are three payment options available.
- Mail your payment to P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539.
- Pay online using Zelle to treasurer@communitypreschool.org.
- Stop by Community Preschool Monday July 1st from 9 a.m. to Noon
Make checks payable to “Community Preschool” and add your child’s name and class in the memo line to ensure correct credit to your account.
Click here to visit the Tuition and Schedule page and find the tuition amount for your child’s class.
Contact the treasurer Jennifer M. with any questions about tuition. If you are having difficulty with paying tuition according to the schedule, please contact us immediately. We are willing to work with you, but it is best to have a plan before tuition is due and late fees are incurred.
