Summer Break: May 19 –September 1
The first day of school for the 2025 - 2026 school year is Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
We have openings in several classes for the Fall! See "Register for Classes" in the menu on the left or scroll below for enrollment information.
If you need to contact our administrator, board member or teacher, please go to Contact Us to select the person you would like to email. We will also check our voicemail once a week through the summer. Call us at 970-669-4323.
Have a fabulous summer!
Community Park Days
Join Community Preschool Families for a couple of hours to meet up and play at Dwayne Webster Veteran's Memorial Park.
- Thursday, June 5th from 9 - 11 a.m.
- Thursday, July 3rd from 9 - 11 a.m.
- Thursday, August 7th from 9 - 11 a.m.
All current, alumni, new and prospective families are all welcome. This is a great opportunity to see classmates and make new friends. If you have a Community Preschool t-shirt, please wear it to the park.
Dwayne Webster Veteran's Memorial Park, located at the corner of Grant Street & W. Eisenhower Boulevard, across from the south shore of Lake Loveland
Kids on the Plaza
Come visit us at Kids on the Plaza, located at the Foundry Plaza in downtown Loveland.
- Wednesday, July 9th from 12 - 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 6th from 12 - 2 p.m.
Lots of fun activities for children!
First Quarter Tuition Due July 1, 2025
Tuition for the first quarter of the 2025–2026 school year is due Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Please include your child's name to ensure proper credit to your child's account. 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.
- In person (cash or check), Community Preschool gym between 10 -11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1st
Click here to visit the Tuition and Schedule page and find the tuition amount for your child’s class.
If your child is enrolled in UPK, there is NO tuition payment needed since it is covered by UPK.
Contact the treasurer Heather W. 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.
Open House for Enrolled Families
Monday, August 25th
Medical Paperwork & Required Orientation for Families
Come by the preschool anytime between 9:00–11:00 a.m. Your child will meet their teacher, find their cubby, and explore their classroom. Parents will need to attend an in-person Orientation meeting at 10:00 a.m. or online at 6:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing everyone!
- Medical Paperwork is Due
- New Families - A copy of your child's last Wellness Exam and list of Immunizations from the past year. You must bring updated medical forms when your child has a birthday.
- Returning Families - If your child attended last year and they have current medical records on file at the preschool, we only need updated forms at their next birthday. If your child didn't attend last year, medical forms are due at Open House.
- See more information under “Register Here” for links and more details)
- Mandatory Orientation for all parents (attend during Open House or Online)
- 10:00 a.m. in-person in our gym, or
- 6:00 p.m. virtual meeting (link will be provided in an email to enrolled families)
Homemade Craft Fair
Booth rentals are available for Current and Alumni Community Preschool families and anyone in the community who has a home business making homemade goods. Emails are listed above for more information and an application.
Thank You Everyone for a very Successful Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, our pancake breakfast and silent auction was our biggest fundraiser in our preschool history. We raised more than $7,100! This money will be spent on playground and building maintenance. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generosity!
We are so thankful for Bernie & Spencer Lucero, our amazing alumni who cooked the pancakes and sausage. This was the 22nd year and they have cooked over 14,000 pancakes!
Our sincerest thank you to the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:
Artisan You
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
ASC Soapworks
Bella Sourdought
Blue Arena
Breeze Thru Car Wash
Cattail Creek Mini and Golf Course
Chick-Fil-A
Climbing Collective
Community Preschool Families - Class Basket Donations
Cookie Cutter's Hair Cuts for Kids
Dairy Queen Loveland - Heather Wild
Daymaker Gifts
Denver Zoo
Earle's Flowers
Find Your Light
First Christian Church & First Baptist Church United
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Gonzo Screen Printing & Embroidery
Grace and Power Dance Inspired Fitness
Gulleys Greenhouse
Hearts & Hooves Livestock Services
Independence Gallery
Infinite Slopes Indoor Ski & Snowboard
Jumpin’ - Inflatable Play and Party Place
Kathleen Geraghty & Norm Goding
Kathy Kline Pottery
KB Kuddles
Laura Martinez
Lil Monsters Playground
Loveland Laser Tag Fun Center
Marriner Family
Metropolitan Theatres
Monarch Casino Black Hawk
Northern Colorado Potters' Guild and Studio
Nugent Supply Co., Inc.
Old Firehouse Books
Pet Sitting and Care by Emily, LLC
Premier Gymnastics of the Rockies
Pro-FX Designs
Safeway
Scheels
Stargazer Ranch Alpacas
Studio Vino
Target
The Olde Course at Loveland
The Stanley Hotel
Top Golf
Trudy Poore
UrbanField Pizza and Market
Wicked Tequila Room
Community Preschool Teachers and Board Members
Amanda P., our Development Coordinator, for her fantastic fundraising, coordination and donations!
Kirsty P. our fearless leader for her support, heart for service and her endless hours of commitment to our preschool.
Thank you, Community Preschool Families, Friends, Alumni and our Community for your incredible support and donations!
Beth Epley - Exceptional Storyteller April 14th and 15th
Beth Epley will return for another visit to our preschool to entertain our students with her fun and meaningful stories full of comedy, movement, music…it’s a unique theater experience. We look forward to Beth’s visit!
- Monday, April 14th at 10:30 a.m.
- Monday, April 14th at 12:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 15th at 9:30 a.m.
NO SCHOOL - February 13th through February 17th
There will be no classes on Thursday, February 13th and Friday, February 14th for conferences. We will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents' Day.
Enjoy your long weekend and we will see you back on Tuesday, February 18th!
Scholastic Book Orders Due Friday, April 18th by Midnight
This is the last Scholastic Book Order for this school year. We provide the opportunity to purchase books for your children several times a year. Our teachers earn rewards for their classrooms with every order. Scholastic Book Clubs have some great book choices.
Place an order of $25 or more and you can pick a FREE $5 book (use code READS at checkout).
Please make sure all orders are under Ms. Tammy ONLY, not any other teachers at our preschool.
Due Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
Scholastic Website: clubs.scholastic.com
Please note: If you search on clubs.scholastic.com
Step 1: Select Create an Account Step 2: select Parent/Family Member
Step 3: select "Or Connect with a Class Code
Step 4: Enter R3Q3J
Step 5: You will see Ms. Tammy listed as the teacher and COMMUNITY PRESCH listed as the school.
Step 6: Create your account
Thank you for your support! If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Tammy.
Loveland Ready Mix Concrete - 4's Field Trip Wednesday, April 30th at 9:00 a.m.
The field trip is for all our 4's classes, Ms. Jenn's Prek, Mrs. Martinez's AM Prek and Mrs. Martinez's PM PreK. We will meet at the parking lot of Namaqua Park, next door to Loveland Ready Mix Concrete (644 N. Namaqua Ave., Loveland) at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30th.
This is a fun outdoor field trip, wear closed-toe shoes, pants and wear old clothes. Also bring a water bottle for your child. We will slide down hills of sand and pebbles!
If there is inclement weather we will move the field trip to Wednesday, May 7th.
Goat Farm (Janet Farkas) Field Trip for 3s
The field trip is for all our 3's classes and the 2 1/2 class. We will meet at Janet Farkas Goat Farm, Barnyard Buddies, 3650 N. County Rd.# 3, Loveland at 9:30 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's MW 3s - Wednesday, April 30th at 9:30 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's T/Th 3s & Mrs. Martinez's T/Th 3s class - Thursday, May 1st at 9:30 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's 2 1/2 - Friday, May 2nd at 9:30 a.m.
There is a $5 cash fee per child, and $3 for each sibling. Please fill out the field trip form and pay the cash to your child's teacher before the field trip. Wear clothes that can get dirty and shoes with NO laces.
SNOW DAY/Cold Day - Tuesday, January 21st
The Thompson School District will have a Two Hour Delayed Start on Tuesday, January 21st due to extremely low forecasted temperatures. We will follow the district and cancel our morning classes since a delayed start does not work for our preschool.
The afternoon class will still have class but if parents prefer not to bring their children that is fine.
We will resume our normal schedule on Wednesday, January 22nd.
Stay warm and enjoy the extra time home!
NO SCHOOL - Monday, January 20th
There will be no classes on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Enjoy your long weekend and we will see you back on Tuesday, January 21st!
Community Preschool is closed for Spring Break Monday, March 17th - Friday, March 21st
Enjoy your week off school and we will resume classes on Monday, March 24th.
Online Auction PREVIEW Friday, March 28th @ 9 AM BIDDING BEGINS: Friday, March 28th @ 9 PM -----------------Auction CLOSES: Saturday, March 29th @ 9:30 AM
SILENT AUCTION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preview begins online Friday, March 28th at 9:00 a.m.
- Bidding begins online the evening of Friday, March 28th at 9:00 p.m.
- Bidding closes the morning of Saturday, March 29th at 9:30 a.m.
- To bid, leave a comment on the item with your full name and bid amount. You will have to register as a site guest with your email address in order to comment/bid (this is so we can contact you if you win so please make sure you connect a valid email!)
- There is no minimum bids. Please bid as you see fit.
- Winning items can be paid for via Venmo, Zelle, cash or check.
- If you are attending the Pancake Breakfast we ask that your won items be paid for and collected by the end of the event at 10:00 a.m. (If you are bidding virtually, we will coordinate a pick up day and time with you via email)
- Please Note: You will not be notified if you are outbid. To easily find items and check on your bid status you can use the search bar at the top of the page. You can also use the drop-down next to "All Posts" to organize the items by category. The categories are: Experiences, Themed Gift Baskets, Class Art Pots, and Miscellaneous.
Loveland Public Library
Visit the Loveland Public Library and see your child's artwork on a bulletin board in the children's section during the month of February.
4's Bike-n-Trike Day at North Lake Park -Mon.May12th RESCHEDULED & RELOCATED
Classes will meet at normal times at North Lake Park, N Lake Park Rd, Loveland.
- Mrs. Martinez's MWF 4s class - Meet at 8:30 a.m.
- Ms. Jenn's PreK 4s class - Meet at 9:00 a.m.
- Mrs. Martinez's PM 4s class - Meet at 12:30 p.m.
Please bring your child's own bike, helmet, water bottle and apply sunscreen to your child. Parents do not need to stay but will come back to pick up their child at the normal ending time for class. No younger siblings please, unless parents stay with them. Meet at the pavilion between the two playgrounds.
**** Bathrooms will be available**
Join Your Child for a Frozen Treat on the Last Day of School - Last Week of School May 12 - 16
It is definitely difficult and surprising to think that the end of the school year is fast approaching. Thank you to everyone for making this year work.
We invite our families to come early on your child's last day for an outside goodbye on the playground. Please arrive 30 minutes before pick up, share a popsicle with other families, and say goodbye.
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- - Ms. Hanna's MW 3's @ 11:00 a.m.
- Thursday, May 15, 2025
- Mrs. Martinez T/Th 3's @ 10:45 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's T/Th 3's @ 11:00 a.m.
- Ms. Jenn PreK @ 11:30 a.m.
- Mrs. Martinez PM PreK @ 3:15 p.m.
- Friday, May 16, 2025
- Ms. Hanna's 2 `/2 @ 10:30 a.m.
- Mrs. Martinez AM PreK @ 11:15 a.m.
Thank you all for your support, friendship and love that you so richly bestow on our little school and us. This year marks our 53rd year of operation for Community Preschool, and this is a huge accomplishment of which we are very proud. Our success is due largely to your continued support. Thank you!
Have a wonderful summer and take good care.
Summer Tour Schedule
Interested in enrolling in the 2025-2026 school year? Come on a tour this summer. Please RSVP to Ms Tammy at cpadmin@communitypreschool.org
- Tuesday, June 24th @ 9:00 a.m.
- Tuesday, July 15th @ 9:00 a.m.
- Friday, August 22nd @ 9:00 a.m.
See below for information on enrolling.
WINTER BREAK - NO SCHOOL Monday, December 23rd - Friday, January 3rd
We will be closed for Winter Break from Monday, December 23rd through Friday, January 3rd.
Enjoy your break and we will see you back on Monday, January 6, 2025!
******** Enroll for the 2025–2026 School Year ********
NEW & ALUMNI FAMILIES - Enrollment is OPEN
*** We are participating in Universal Preschool (UPK). All 4-year-olds who turn 4 by October 1, 2025 are eligible for free tuition. You will need to enroll in UPK AFTER you enroll at Community Preschool. We will provide a link in our confirmation email.
2025–2026 Classes Offered
- Ms. Hanna’s 2.5s Friday
9:00–11:00 a.m. - Ms. Hanna’s 3s M/W
9:00–11:30 a.m. - Ms. Hanna’s 3s T/Th
9:00–11:30 a.m. - Mrs. Martinez’s 3s T/Th
8:45–11:15 a.m. - Mrs. Martinez’s 4s AM Pre-K M/W/F **Only 1 Spot Left**
8:30–11:50 a.m. (Qualifies for UPK) - Mrs. Martinez’s 4s PM Pre-K M/T/Th
12:30–3:50 p.m.
Only 1 parent-helper required
(Qualifies for UPK) - Ms. Jenn’s 4s Pre-K M/T/W/Th **Only 1 Spt Left**
8:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Qualifies for UPK)
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Our classes will be the same except we are changing Ms. Jenn’s PreK class to a 15-hour class (8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.). Please keep in mind that 15 hours takes quite a bit of stamina and the child will also sit for more activities. This class will not fit all 4-year-olds but is a great transition if you want your child to start kindergarten at 6 years old. Also, this year switching between Ms. Jenn’s class and Mrs. Martinez’s PreK classes (10 hours) will be very difficult if the child is using UPK. To change classes it will need to be done at the state level which is out of our hands.
We look forward to another great year! If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Tammy.
What You’ll Need
- Use a laptop or desktop computer. The online enrollment form doesn’t work well on a phone or tablet.
- You may need to verify your email before filling out our online enrollment form.
- Your driver’s license (number and expiration date).
- Your automobile insurance (company name and policy number).
- Your child’s doctor, full address, and phone number.
- Your child’s dentist, full address, and phone number.
- The address, city, state, zip code, and phone number of anyone who is authorized to pick up your child, or an emergency contact.
- Parent’s employer name and employer address, city, state, and zip code.
- Decide how you will pay the $75 non-refundable enrollment fee – Zelle, check, or cash. (Zelle payments are made to: treasurer@communitypreschool.org.)
- Alumni and New Families will need to email a photo of their child to Ms. Tammy (cpadmin@communitypreschool.org)
ENROLL HERE
April Snow
The children built a giant snowman at recess while enjoying the snow. Fun treat for a Friday. They also built a snowman dog too!
New Wood Mulch for our Playground
Thank you to our generous Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction support, we had wood mulch blown into our playground! It looks amazing and smells so good.
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29 - NO SCHOOL
There will be no classes from Monday, November 25th through Friday, November 29th, 2024.
Enjoy your break!
4th Quarter Tuition is Due on February 1st
Tuition is due one month prior to the first day of the upcoming quarter except for the first quarter. Tuition must be paid via check, cash, or Zelle. If paying through Zelle please send payments to Treasurer@communitypreschool.org
Third-quarter tuition is due Thursday, February 1st
If paying with check or cash during the school year, please put your tuition payment in the Treasurer’s lockbox, located on the northwest wall in the main school hallway. Make checks payable to “Community Preschool” and add your child’s name and class in the memo of the check to ensure correct credit to your account. For example “Silly Willy, Hanna MW 3s".
If paying quarterly doesn't work for your family you are welcome to contact our treasurer to set up a payment plan.
Reptile & Amphibian Center of the Rockies Visit
The Reptile and Amphibian Center of the Rockies will visit our preschool and bring some friends to show our classes.
- Monday, December 9th @ 10:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 10th @ 10:30 a.m.
Reptile & Amphibian Center of the Rockies Visit
The Reptile and Amphibian Center of the Rockies will visit our preschool and bring some friends to show our classes.
- Monday, December 9th @ 10:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 10th @ 10:30 a.m.
HOLIDAY SINGING PROGRAM and GATHERING Wednesday, December 18th & Thursday, December 19th at 10:30 a.m.
Please mark your calendars, the Holiday Programs will be on Wednesday, December 18th and Thursday, December 19th beginning at 10:30 a.m. Our singing program will be in the church's sanctuary. The sanctuary will provide a lot more seating and better acoustics! Here is the class schedule:
December 18th - Wednesday
Ms. Hanna's MW 3's Class
Mrs. Martinez's AM Prek 4's Class
December 19th - Thursday
Ms. Hanna's T/TH 3's Class
Mrs. Martinez's T/TH 3's Class Mrs. Martinez's PM Prek 4's Class
Ms. Jenn's Pre-K Class
All classes will begin at the regular time (except Mrs. Martinez's afternoon 4's, there will be no afternoon class on December 19th).
Families, please bring a snack or dessert to share. We will have tables set up in the gym for the food. All food must be NUT-FREE and NOT homemade. Thank you so much for bringing snacks to our program we appreciate your wonderful generosity!
After the singing program, your child will return to their classroom and you will need to pick them up and sign them out. Afterward, please stay to enjoy snacks, visit with families and take a photo of your child with Santa in the gym.
Our 2 1/2 class will not participate in the holiday program, but you and your child are welcome to come either day to watch the other classes, enjoy a snack, and see Santa. The 2 1/2 class will have their own celebration on Friday, December 20th.
Please see your child's teacher or Ms. Tammy with any questions.
Doctor Station
Creative play and cooperation!
Footprints
Learning about our feet today. Fun to see our footprints on paper.
Learning About Teamwork and Safety
The children are working together to remove nails and learn about safety too!
Mom and Son Making Valentines
Melting crayons to make fun valentine pictures.
Making Gingerbread Houses
Lots of decorating a little bit tasting the decorations!
Worms, Worms, Worms!
The children are learning about worms and composting.
Candy Land
Having fun learning to play Candy Land.
Piano Fun
This piano is a part of one of our classrooms. Children and parents are welcome to play during class time. Sweet moment!
Dancing with Scarves
Fun large motor skill dancing with scarves in the classroom!
The Children Help Make Pumpkin Bread in November
Ms. Jessica is helping the children to mix the ingredients for pumpkin bread. The children had a chance to eat the bread at their Thanksgiving Feast in November.
Baking with the children is so much fun and messy!
Bean Bag Boogie Fun
One of Mrs. Martinez's classes were dancing with bean bags. Great large motor activity and it is so much fun to dance to music!
Puppy Show and Tell
Lucky, a Golden Retriever came to the end of a class for Show and Tell. Lucky was a big hit and so great with the children!
Thank you Jeremy! - Veterans Day Visit
We had a special visitor on Monday, November 11, for Veterans Day. Jeremy Duhancik is a Technical Sergeant in the United States Air Force. He showed our students his gear, answered the children's questions, and brought U.S. flags and bracelets. Jeremy, thank you so much for visiting and thank you for your service!
Spaghetti Dinner - Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
We are so grateful for all the people who attended our annual spaghetti dinner! The donations totaled $2,817 which will go towards buying a new stove for the kitchen. Our current stove no longer works.
Thanks you to our amazing cooks, Marco Scalise, Kathleen Geraghty, Norm Goding, Melissa & Audrey McCormick, and Bob & Laura Martinez for cooking a delicious meal. A huge thank you to Bernie Lucero and Ms. Abby for suppling the outdoor cookers. Thank you to our incredible neighbors, Pam Leamons, Kelly Abbott, Heather Richter and Chelsea Sweeney for warming our bread in their home ovens.
Thank you also to King Soopers, Safeway, The Pink Balloon, our board, teachers and everyone who helped to make this year a wonderful success even without a working stove/oven.
We are so fortunate to be surrounded by an incredible community!
Firefighter Visit
October is National Fire Prevention Month. We are excited to have firefighters bring their fire engine and teach our children about fire safety.
- Wednesday, October 30th @ 10:00 a.m.
- Tuesday, November 5th @ 10:00 a.m.
- Tuesday, November 5th @ 1:00 p.m.
Welcome to Community Preschool
The first day of class is Tuesday, September 3rd. The teachers have their classrooms ready to start class. Have a great day!
The photo above is from the Corn Roast Parade. Two of our teachers, board members and a some of our students had a great morning participating in the parade.
Urban Garden Walking Field Trip on Monday, Sept.16th
The 4's classes will walk to Sarah Sailor's Urban Garden on Monday, September 16th. Ms. Jenn's and Mrs. Martinez's MWF AM class will both leave at 9:45 a.m. Mrs. Martinez's PM afternoon class will leave at 1:00 p.m.
Parents are welcome to walk with us, it is a fun field trip.
Please have your child war closed toe shoes.
Turn in the permission slip (in your child's cubby) along with $5 in cash before the field trip.
Walk-a-thon Fundraiser - Friday, Sept. 20th at 12:30pm
Join your child's teacher and classmates at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20th at Dwayne Webster Veteran's Park for our annual walk-a-thon fundraiser. Parents and children will take three laps around the playground. We will have a pot luck lunch, link to sign up is here. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends!
Fundraiser packets were distributed to your child's cubby last week. This popular fundraiser helps us keep tuition affordable, and every cent is spent on toys, books, supplies and other equipment at Community Preschool.
Not able to attend our Walk-a-thon, send a payment through Zelle to treasurer@communitypreschool.org. Thanks for your support!
Our Giant Pumpkin
Last spring our classes planted a garden at our preschool. This fall our children have enjoyed cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and watching our giant pumpkin grow. Today, we finally needed to pick our pumpkin to save it from a future frost, it is 36 pounds!
Apple Tasting
Cindy, our parent helper cut small pieces of different varieties of apples for the children to taste. The children had a great time eating the apples and deciding which apples they liked the best.
Giant Pumpkin at the Preschool
Mrs. Martinez and Ms. Hanna with our giant pumpkin in our preschool garden! W0w!
Families, take a look the next time you drop off your child.
Walk-a-Thon Thank You
Thank you to all our Community Preschool families who joined us for the annual walk-a-thon! It was great weather for all of us to walk, play, and eat. We appreciate all your generous donations which totaled over $2,502! This money will go towards new classroom toys, printer ink, classroom supplies, and curriculum items. Thank you so much!
Rita Harden: Special Storyteller
Rita Harden surprised Mrs. Martinez’s AM PreK class with a story. The children loved the story and would love to have her return with another one! Rita was a teacher in the Thompson School District for many years.
Thanks for the story, Rita!
Individual & Class Photos
Lifetouch will visit our preschool to take individual and class photos the last week of September.
- Sept. 25th - Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s and Ms. Jenn's PreK @ 9:15 a.m.
- Sept. 26th - Ms. Hanna's T/Th 3s and Mrs. Martinez’s T/Th 3s @ 9:15 a.m.
- Sept. 26th - Mrs. Martinez’s PM PreK @ 12:30 p.m.
- Sept. 27th - Ms. Hanna's 2 1/2 class & Mrs. Martinez's AM PreK MWF @ 9:15 a.m.
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What to expect: 1. Fill out your child's Picture Day Form (distributed in cubbies this week) 2. Bring the completed form on Picture Day (Prepayment not required). 3. Review pictures sent home and purchase online. 4. Receive 20% off additional packages with code FALL24 when you purchase a package at full price on preschoolsmiles.com. |
Loveland Library - Community Preschool Bulletin Board for the Month of October 2024
Come see your child’s artwork on the bulletin board in the children’s section of the Loveland Library. Their artwork will be up through the end of October. The children’s artwork is so cute!
October/November - Pumpkin Patch at the Van Hares
Fall 2024 - Our classes will be back to the Van Hare's for a fun pumpkin patch and farm field trip! The cost is $8.00 for students, and $5.00 for siblings. The teachers will meet their classes at the Van Hares Pumpkin Patch. Families will drive their children to the field trip and stay the whole time.
- Oct 14th - Mrs. Martinez’s AM PreK 4s meet @ 9:00 a.m.
- Oct 14th - Mrs. Martinez’s PM PreK 4s meet @ 1:00 p.m.
- Oct 17th - Ms. Jenn’s PreK meet @ 9:00 a.m.
- Oct 18th - Ms. Hanna’s 2½s meet @ 9:00 a.m.
- Oct 21st - Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s meet @ 9:00 a.m.
- Nov 5th - Mrs. Martinez’s T/TH 3s meet @ 9:00 a.m.
- Nov 7th - Ms. Hanna’s T/Th 3s meet @ 9:00 a.m.
This is a great field trip, make sure you turn in your permission slips and pay cash for your child. See you there!
Van Hare's Pumpkin Patch - 3128 Canter Lane, Loveland CO 80537
Image by Freepik.com
Summer Break
May 20–September 2
Classes are Filling Up for the Fall - Don’t Wait - Enroll Now
The first day of school for the 2024–2025 school year is Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
We have openings in several classes for the Fall! Go to our menu at the left side of this page and select "Register for Classes" or scroll down this page to "Registration Information". Follow the instructions for the online enrollment form.
We will check our voicemail once a week through the summer. Call us at 970-669-4323 or email cpadmin@communitypreschool.org
Have a fabulous summer!
Open House for Enrolled Families & Required Orientation Meetings - All Medical Forms Due
Monday, August 26 from 9:00–11:00 am
We will have an Open House for all enrolled families on Monday, August 26th from 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.. This is a great time for your child to meet their teacher, explore their classroom, and for families to meet.
We will have two Orientation meetings and each family must attend one of the meetings. There will be a morning meeting during the Open House at 10:00 a.m. in the gym and your children can play on our playground during the meeting. We will also have another meeting at 6:00 p.m. online for any families unable to attend the morning meeting.
Here is the link for the virtual orientation.
Your child's medical forms are due at our Open House, too. We need a general health form and a list of immunizations BEFORE your child starts preschool in the fall of 2024.
- General Health Appraisal Form - this form needs a doctor’s signature and can be substituted with your doctor’s own form
- Certificate of Immunization form - Please provide a list of your child’s immunizations or this form filled out by your doctor’s office
- Non-Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- The immunization exemption forms must be signed by your pediatrician or you must take an online learning module.
- Medical forms can be mailed to - Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539
- Medical forms can be emailed to - Ms. Tammy
- Medical forms can be dropped off on Monday, August 26th from 9 - 11 a.m. during our Open House for Enrolled Families
Summer Play Dates at Dwayne Webster Veterans Park
Come join some of our current and alumni families at Dwayne Webster Veterans Park to play. If you have a Community Preschool t-shirt we would love to see you wear it. If you are considering preschool for your child, this is a great opportunity to meet families and find out more about our preschool.
We will be at the park on the following dates from 9 - 11 am:
- Wednesday, August 14th *This is the last play date*
The park is located at 400-422 West Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland CO 80537
Have a great time!
Summer Tour Dates
Are you interested in enrolling your child at Community Preschool? Please email Ms. Tammy to RSVP for a tour. Only 1 tour left for the summer!
- Tuesday - August 20th @ 9:00 a.m.
Halloween in our Classrooms (Fall 2024)
Your child is welcome to wear their costumes to class for Halloween. We have a regular day of class, no parties but we have fun seeing all the fun costumes. Please keep in mind your children need costumes that are easy for them to use the bathroom by themselves.
- Oct 30th - Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s
- Oct 30th - Mrs. Martinez’s MWF PreK
- Oct 31st - Ms. Hanna’s T/Th 3s
- Oct 31st - Mrs. Martinez’s T/TH 3s
- Oct 31st - Mrs. Martinez’s PM 4s PreK
- Oct 31st - Ms. Jenn’s PreK
- Nov 1st - Ms. Hanna's 2 1/2s
Note: The morning classes on October 31st will take a walking field trip to Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center (821 Duffield Ct.).
Riverbend Health & Rehabilitation Center Field Trip
Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center has invited our morning classes to visit on Halloween. We will leave preschool at 9:45 a.m. and walk to their facility to trick-or-treat and sing a few songs on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
The classes going on the walking field trip -
- Ms. Hanna’s T/Th 3s
- Ms. Jenn’s PreK 4s
Health and Rehabilitation Center (821 Duffield Ct., Loveland CO).
Loveland Ready Mix Concrete - 4's Field Trip Wednesday, May 1st at 9:00 a.m.
The field trip is for all our 4's classes, Ms. Jenn's Prek, Mrs. Martinez's AM Prek and Mrs. Martinez's PM PreK. We will meet at the parking lot of Namaqua Park, next door to Loveland Ready Mix Concrete (644 N. Namaqua Ave., Loveland) at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1st.
This is a fun outdoor field trip, wear closed-toe shoes, pants and wear old clothes. Also bring a water bottle for your child. We will slide down hills of sand and pebbles!
Mentos science Experiment
Our classes all had fun watching what happened when the teachers put Mentos in Coke bottles.
Visit from Sherlock Hounds Detection Canines
Kathleen Donnelly owner of Sherlock Hounds Detection Canines and author, brought Boomer and Willow to visit our preschool. The children loved seeing the dogs find hidden objects. They also had a chance to meet and pet both dogs too.
Thank you Kathleen, Boomer and Willow this was a fun visit for our children!
5 Day Old Goat Came for Show and Tell
Mrs. Martinez's class had a visit from a Fainting Goat named Rolo. Rolo was a big hit in class!
Firefighter Visit
Loveland Firefighters were able to visit our preschool and bring their truck. One of the firefighters is teaching the children about the gear they wear and learning about fire safety. Thank you so much for your amazing visit.
Our Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction - April 6th
Please come join us for our Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser. We will serve pancakes from 8:30–10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 6th. Donations will be accepted at the door—you decide how much to donate.
The Virtual Silent Auction for the Pancake Breakfast is now open for viewing!Click here to view the items: https://rb.gy/sb5ihyComments/Bids are currently disabled, so the items are in view-only mode until 7:30pm on Friday 6/5.At that time, comments will be turned on and bidding will begin.In order to bid, you will have to sign up with your email address. You'll be prompted to do so after clicking "Publish" on your first comment. One-click login options with Google or Facebook are available, but please ensure that the chosen account is connected to an email you regularly check, as this is how we'll contact winners. Please include your full name and bid amount with each comment.The auction will close at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday 6/6, and items can be paid for and picked up at the end of the Pancake Breakfast for those in attendance (we will coordinate pickup via email if you are not able to attend in person).
You are also welcome to view the items from 8:30–9:30 a.m. on April 6th in person at the preschool.
We are excited to see many of our alumni, current, and new families!
ALL CLASSES ARE CANCELED - Thursday, March 14th
Thompson School District has canceled classes due to an inclement weather forecast. We typically follow the district in weather closures so ALL classes are canceled for Thursday, March 14th.
Stay safe and warm everyone!
Interested in Community Preschool for the 2024–2025 School Year? Join Us for a Tour!
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!
Preschool Fundraiser - Thursday, February 29th
Please come to enjoy delicious food/dessert on Thursday, February 29th from 5 - 8 p.m. Enjoy everyone and thank you for supporting our preschool!
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Friday, November 1, 2024 from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Please join us for our 23rd Annual Spaghetti Dinner at Community Preschool! We will serve dinner in the gym and offer face painting, hair tinsel and a selfie photo booth. If you are unable to stay, we do have to-go containers too!
There is no set fee for dinner, just bring cash or a check to donate any amount.
We look forward to seeing you! If you are unable to attend but would like to donate please select the donate button at the bottom of our home page.
We look forward to see our families, alumni, and friends!
Veterans Day Visitor - Monday, November 11, 2024
We will have a special visitor on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. Jeremy Duhancik is a Technical Sergeant in the United States Air Force, he will wear his uniform, visit with the children, read a book and bring a small gift. He will be here at 9:30 a.m on Monday, November 11th!
Lions Club Free Vision Screening
Monday, November 18th at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 19th at 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Colorado Lions work to brighten the future of Colorado’s children through the KidSight Program. Their non-invasive vision screening can detect most problems that cause poor vision in young children, such as Strabismus, Astigmatism, High Myopia, Anisometropia, and High Hyperopia.
Look for permission forms in your child's cubbie the second week of November. Please leave forms with your child’s teacher.
- Monday, November 18th
- Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s
- Mrs. Martinez’s AM PreK
- Tuesday, November 19th
- Ms. Hanna’s T/Th 3s
- Mrs. Martinez’s T/Th 3s
- Ms. Jenn’s PreK 4s
- Mrs. Martinez's PM PreK 4s
Fall 2024 - Thanksgiving Feasts for the 4s PreK Classes
The 4s classes will have a Thanksgiving feast the week before Thanksgiving. Each child can invite one person to join them. We will serve turkey sandwiches, pumpkin bread, and fruit salad. The children will help make the bread and fruit salad. We would love a few parents to stay after each feast to help clean up. The feasts are a great celebration before our Thanksgiving break!
- Thursday, November 21st - Ms. Jenn’s PreK Class at 11:00 a.m.
- Thursday, November 21st - Mrs. Martinez’s PM PreK Class at 12:30 p.m.
- Friday, November 22nd - Mrs. Martinez’s AM PreK Class at 11:00 a.m.
Pediatric Dentistry of Loveland Visit - Mon., Feb. 12th & Tue., Feb 13th
Pediatric Dentistry of Loveland will visit our preschool on Monday, February 12th at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and Tuesday, February 13th at 10:30 a.m.
The children will learn all about good dental hygiene in a fun and interactive program. Thank you for visiting our preschool!
February is National Children's Dental Health Month
Crocheted Hats Donated to Community Preschool
Irene Thomson crocheted 48 hats for our three 4s classes at Community Preschool. Laura Martinez and Jenn Gregoire read the book The Hat by Jan Brett to their classes and afterward, they gave each child a handmade hat of their own. Thank you so much, Irene!
New Loft in Ms. Hanna’s Classroom!
Two wonderful dads volunteered their time over our holiday break to build a loft in Ms. Hanna’s classroom, Tyler Ridley of A Cut Above Carpentry and Graham Houser. Katherine Timaeus painted a fabulous barn on the wall behind the loft, too! We are so grateful to these amazing parents! The children are loving the new loft.
Enroll for the 2024–2025 School Year
We have a 3-STEP PROCESS to enroll your child for preschool for the 2024–2025 school year. ALL 3 STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED TO BE ENROLLED IN A CLASS.
- 1st Step - Fill out our Online Enrollment Form for 2024–2025
- 2nd Step - Email a photo of your child IMMEDIATELY after filling out the form (Email to: cpadmin@communitypreschool.org)
- 3rd Step - Pay your $75 Non-Refundable Enrollment Fee within 48 hours of filling out the form
To complete Step 1 use the “Enroll Here” link below.
After you enroll, you will receive an email within 48 hours to confirm your class enrollment.
*** We are participating in Universal Preschool (UPK). All 4-year-olds who turn 4 by October 1, 2024 are eligible for free tuition. You will need to enroll in UPK AFTER you enroll at Community Preschool. We will provide a link in our confirmation email.
2024–2025 Classes Offered
- Ms. Hanna’s 2.5s Friday
9:00–11:00 a.m. - Ms. Hanna’s 3s M/W
9:00–11:30 a.m. - Ms. Hanna’s 3s T/Th
9:00–11:30 a.m. - Mrs. Martinez’s 3s T/Th - FULL
8:45–11:15 a.m. - Mrs. Martinez’s 4s AM Pre-K M/W/F
8:30–11:50 a.m. (Qualifies for UPK) -FULL (Wait List Available) - Mrs. Martinez’s 4s PM Pre-K M/T/Th
12:30–3:50 p.m.
Only 1 parent-helper required
(Qualifies for UPK) - Ms. Jenn’s 4s Pre-K M/T/W/Th
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Qualifies for UPK) - FULL (Wait List Available)
We look forward to another great year! If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Tammy.
What You’ll Need
- Use a laptop or desktopcomputer. The online enrollment form doesn’t work well on a phone or tablet.
- Verify your email before beginning to fill out our online enrollment form.
- Your driver’s license.
- Your automobile insurance.
- Your child’s doctor, full address, and phone number.
- Your child’s dentist, full address, and phone number.
- The address, city, state, zip code, and phone number of anyone who is authorized to pick up your child, or an emergency contact.
- Parent’s employer name and employer address, city, state, and zip code.
- Decide how you will pay the $75 non-refundable enrollment fee – Zelle, check, or cash. (Zelle payments are made to: treasurer@communitypreschool.org.)
ENROLL HERE (2024–2025)
Ms. Hanna’s Tuesday/Thursday Class
Ms. Hanna's Tuesday/Thursday class is the first to play in the new loft! It was a fun day back after the holiday break!
The Grinch Visited Community Preschool
The Grinch visited our Tuesday classes and read How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Mabel helped the Grinch turn the book pages for the Grinch, also known as her uncle. Thank you Brandon, our students loved seeing the Grinch!
Thanksgiving Feast Baking
All our 4s PreK classes hosted a Thanksgiving Feast. Each child invited one person to attend. The children helped to make the pumpkin bread and fruit salad. The feasts were fun with lots of socializing before our Thanksgiving break last week.
Halloween in one of Mrs. Martinez’s Classes
Halloween is great fun in preschool!
Ms. Jenn’s PreK Class - Halloween
A fun day with everyone dressed up for Halloween! Happy Halloween!
Mrs. Martinez’s Afternoon PreK Class Conducted a Science Experiment
Do raisins float or sink in water?
Our children found raisins sink in regular water but they float in Seltzer water. Fun experiment!
Fun With Scarves
Mrs. Martinez's class enjoyed a movement to music activity with scarves this week!
Thank You Atmosphere Creative For Your Generous Gift!
Atmosphere Creative generously donated material and time to improve our classrooms. The owners, Casey Steele and Steve Fiegel installed a mirrored window film to improve security. It has also reduced the temperature in the rooms too!
Thank you so much, our windows look great!
Atmosphere Creative - https://www.atm-ctv.com/
Individual & Class Photos 1st Week of Oct.
We have a fabulous photographer taking photos this year, Jenelle Kemper of JKemper Photography. You can view and order photos online. Photos are shipped directly to each family.
Wednesday, October 4th @ 9:00 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's MW 3's
- Ms. Jenn's PreK 4's
Thursday, October 5th @ 9:00 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's T/Th 3's
- Mrs. Martinez's T/Th 3's
Thursday, October 5th @ 1:00 p.m.
- Mrs. Martinez's PM Prek 4's
Friday, October 6th @ 9:00 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna's 2 1/2
- Mrs. Martinez's AM PreK 4's
Listening to Ms. Jenn - First Week of School
Ms. Jenn had her PreK class listening to all the fun activites they were doing for the morning! We are looking forward to a great school year.
We still have openings in two of our 3s classes and our afternoon 4s PreK class! See below for enrollment information.
If you need to contact a board member or teacher please go to Contact Us to select the person you would like to email or call us at 970-669-4323.
See you all next week!
Corn Roast Parade - Saturday, August 26
Did you see our float in the Corn Roast Parade?
A giant thank you to Cindy our Development Coordinator, our fabulous board and amazing teachers for all their hard work. It was great to have our board and teacher's families come join us! What a great parade day!
Enrollment for the 2023–2024 School Year
We Still Have Openings in Two of our 3s Classes, 1 spot in Ms. Jenn's PreK morning and our Afternoon 4s PreK (UPK Spots Available, Too!)
We still have openings in most of our classes. We have switched to an online enrollment form this year to make it easier for our families but you will need to use a computer or laptop (unfortunately tablets and phones won't work with the website).
The online form includes immediately emailing a photo of your child after form submission to cpadmin@communitypreschool.org and paying the $75 non-refundable enrollment fee for all families within 48 hours.
First-quarter tuition is also due for 2 1/2, 3s and 4s classes. Children enrolled in UPK do not have to pay tuition. Pay through Zelle (treasurer@communitypreschool.org), check or cash.
Medical forms will be due by your child's first day of school. Please see below for links to medical forms and more information.
A few items you will need to fill out the enrollment form:
- You will need to use a laptop or computer, the online enrollment form doesn’t work well on a phone or tablet
- You will need to verify your email before beginning to fill out our online enrollment form
- Your driver’s license
- Your automobile insurance
- Your child’s doctor, full address, and phone number
- Your child’s dentist, full address, and phone number
- The address, city, state, zip code, and phone number of anyone who is authorized to pick up your child or an emergency contact
- Parent’s employer name and employer’s address, city, state, and zip code
- Decide how you will pay the $75 non-refundable enrollment fee – Zelle, Check or Cash (Zelle payments are made to: treasurer@communitypreschool.org)
Online Enrollment Form - Click Here
Our 2023 - 2024 classes:
- Ms. Hanna’s 2 1/2 Fri - 9 - 11 a.m. (Class is Full)
- Ms. Hanna’s 3s MW - 9 - 11:30 a.m.
- Ms. Hanna’s 3s T/Th - 9 - 11:30 a.m.
- Mrs. Martinez’s 3s T/Th - 8:45 - 11:15 a.m. (Class is Full)
- Mrs. Martinez’s 4s AM PreK - MWF - 8:30 - 11:50 a.m. (Class is Full)
- Mrs. Martinez’s 4s PM PreK - M/T/Th - 12:30 - 3:50 p.m. (Only 1 Parent-Helper Needed) (Spots Available)
- Ms. Jenn’s 4s Pre-K - MTWTh - 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (2 Spots available in January)
Your child's medical forms are due by their first day of school.
- General Health Appraisal Form - This form needs a doctor’s signature and can be substituted with your doctor’s own form
- Certificate of Immunization form - Please provide a list of your child’s immunizations or this form filled out by your doctor’s office
- Non-Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- The immunization exemption forms must be signed by your pediatrician or you must take an online learning module.
- Medical forms can be mailed to - Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539
- Medical forms can be emailed to - Ms. Tammy
- Medical forms can be dropped off on your child's first day of class.
If you have any questions about the online enrollment form, classes, medical forms or a tour please contact Ms. Tammy
We are participating in Universal Preschool (see below).
Summer Tours
Are you interested in preschool for your child in the fall? The teachers will give tours throughout the summer. Please contact Ms. Tammy to sign up for a tour.
- Wednesday, August 30th @ 9:30 a.m.
Community Preschool is participating in Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado
Any child who turns four by October 1, 2023, is eligible for preschool paid by UPK and can attend any of our 4s classes. This program is designed for 4-year-olds that will attend Kindergarten the following year.
- Ms. Jenn’s PreK M-Th 4s class - 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (One spot available)
- Mrs. Martinez’s AM PreK - M/W/F 4s class - 8:30 - 11:50 a.m. (Class is Full - Adding to Wait List)
- Mrs. Martinez’s PM PreK - M/T/Th 4s class - 12:30 - 3:50 p.m. We still have openings in our afternoon class!
Families participating in UPK will need to register here and select Community Preschool Inc. as their 1st Priority Provider.
Please note, you will still need to register with Community Preschool (see above for Online Enrollment link and instructions for 2023–2024).
Aidan and His Dad Matthew Visiting His Class
We wanted to update our Community Preschool families on one of our own, the Dillon Family. Their son, Aidan is in our T/TH 3s class and was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. A chemo basket will be in the hall at preschool to collect items and monetary donations to help the Dillon family during these heartbreaking days. Aidan also has an older sister who would probably enjoy some things she could do with her brother while he is in the hospital.
Thank You From Aidan & His Family
To all our Friends at Community Preschool,
Fun Day for Bike-n-Trike Day
We had a great day at the park!
Exciting Visitor - Police Officer and His Car
Mrs. Martinez's morning class had a surprise visitor! A police officer brought his car to show the children. Great opportunity to learn about safety and see a police car up close!
Medical Forms Due for 2023-2024 School Year - Monday, August 28th
We will have an Open House for all enrolled families on Monday, August 28th. Please bring your medical forms for your children.
We need medical forms, a general health form, and a list of immunizations BEFORE your child starts preschool in the fall of 2023.
- General Health Appraisal Form - this form needs a doctor’s signature and can be substituted with your doctor’s own form
- Certificate of Immunization form - Please provide a list of your child’s immunizations or this form filled out by your doctor’s office
- Non-Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- Medical Exemption Form - If your child is missing any immunizations
- The immunization exemption forms must be signed by your pediatrician or you must take an online learning module.
- Medical forms can be mailed to - Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539
- Medical forms can be emailed to - Ms. Tammy
Dairy Queen Fundraiser - November 15th 4-8 p.m.
Feeling like an ice cream treat? Come by Loveland's Dairy Queen at 300 E. Eisenhower Boulevard and don't forget to mention you are with Community Preschool!
Thank you for supporting us!
Thanksgiving Feasts for the 4's Classes
Families, your child brought home an invitation for one person from your family to attend their Thanksgiving Feast. Please come and join your child for turkey sandwiches, pumpkin bread and fruit salad!
- Ms. Jenn's PreK - Arrive at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, November 17th
- Mrs. Martinez's PM 4's - Arrive at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 17th
- Mrs. Martinez's MWF 4's - Arrive at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 18th
We are Having our Normal Class Schedule Today
The Thompson School District is on a 2 hour-delayed start today but our morning and afternoon classes will start at regular class times.
If you prefer to stay home today to avoid the snowy roads we completely understand. Have a great snowy day!
The Grinch is Visiting Community Preschool on Monday, December 12th at 9:30 a.m.
Brandon Harrington from Harrington Arts Alliance will dress as the Grinch and read How the Grinch Stole Christmas! to our Monday morning classes. This will be a special treat for our students!
Santa Visited our Preschool During our Programs
Thank you Ron Sweetin for volunteering to be our fabulous Santa this year! This was our first singing program since COVID and it was a treat to have our families join us for two days of fun.
Thank you everyone!
Dearest families and friends,
Our family has suffered a tremendous shock this week. Our daughter, Audrey, was diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer. She will begin a treatment of chemo and radiation to try to control the tumor, but it is incurable. We are not sure of anything at this time, but I am sure I will need to take days off during the coming months. Our substitute list includes several wonderful, loving teachers who will take the best care of your children when I need to be gone. We so appreciate the heartfelt support, love and encouragement from everyone. The future looks dark, but your wonderful shining lights of love will carry us through this bleak time. Thank you for everything!!
The Martinez Family
Mrs. Martinez's daughter will be starting treatment very soon and we would love to rally together and make a treatment basket for her. The basket will consist of a variety of gift cards, books and items to keep her comfortable during treatments and after. If you would like to contribute to this basket you can Venmo Ellen DeVilbiss, our 4's Coordinator, @Ellen-DeVilbiss, you may need Ellen's last four digits of her phone number for Venmo (8584) to donate. Another option is to bring cash in an envelope with "Chemo Basket" written on it to the Treasurer's box inside the school. We will stop taking donations for the basket on Friday, October 21st. All extra funds will be collectively used for a financial gift to the family
We are also organizing another fundraiser that will give money directly to Audrey and her family to help support them during this challenging time. There will be more news about this in the coming weeks. With the holidays soon approaching, we want to make sure they have everything they would need.
If you would like to help them with a meal, Mrs. Martinez's other daughter, Teresa created a Meal Train. Here is the link. mealtrain.com/4mom37
Lastly, if you would like to bless Mrs. Martinez or Audrey with an encouraging note, we will have notecards and a basket available on the front table Monday morning. Feel free to write words of encouragement that they can read during these difficult days ahead. If children want to draw a special picture, they can do that as well. We will have this out for a few weeks and can deliver as they come in.
If you have any questions at all, please email Ellen DeVilbiss at fourscoordinator@
Thank you for all your love and support,
Community Preschool Board Members
School Picture Days - October 5, 6 & 7
Lowercase Imaging will take a class and individual photo of our students on Wednesday, October 5th, Thursday, October 6th and Friday, October 7th. Parents will view, order and pay all online a week or two after photo day. Photos should arrive before Thanksgiving.
Wednesday October 5th - 9:15 a.m
Ms. Hanna's MW 3's class
Ms. Jenn's PreK class
Thursday, October 6th - 9:00 a.m.
Mrs. Martinez's T/Th 3's class
Ms. Hanna's T/Th 3's Class
Thursday, October 6th - 1:00 p.m.
Mrs. Martinez's PM 4's Class
Friday, October 7th - 9:00 a.m.
Mrs. Martinez's MWF 4's class
Ms. Hanna's 2 1/2 class
Make up individual photos
Thank you from Audrey and her family!
Dear Families,
We wanted to reach out and personally thank each and every one of you who donated to Audrey's Chemo Basket. She was given the basket this past week, so that she had it prior to the start of treatment. The outpouring of love Mrs. Martinez, her family and Audrey have received is truly remarkable.
Her basket was filled to the brim with goodies and necessities to help with treatment, along with over $500 in gift cards and $855 in cash. These gifts will be so helpful over the coming months, especially with the holidays fast approaching
Tumbler Fundraiser for Audrey
If you are looking for new ways to help Audrey, an amazing woman through a local non-profit, Thank a First Responder, has created another fundraiser. She sells tumblers that are close to the cause of different responders and 50% of the proceeds go directly to Audrey. If you weren't already aware, Audrey is a 911 Dispatcher for the City of Loveland. Audrey picked out the designs of the tumblers and you can see them below. If you are interested in ordering, there is a QR code or a Google Form you can fill out. Audrey's Tumbler Order Form, Technically, the fundraiser doesn't begin until November 1st, but you are welcome to pre-order.
Scholastic Book Orders Due Wednesday, September 28th
Class code: R3Q3J
Throughout the school year families have an opportunity to purchase affordable books for their children through Scholastic. Every book you purchase earns points for Community Preschool to purchase educational materials and books for the classrooms. Go to https://clubs.scholastic.com and create an account with the code R3Q3J. Families can also complete a paper order and return to their child's teacher with a check payment.
Enjoy your reading! If you have questions, please contact Ms. Tammy.
Paradice Cream Fundraiser Monday, May 2nd from 4 - 9 p.m.
Enjoy old-fashioned ice cream, shakes and other sweet treats while raising money for a good cause. Paradice Cream will donate 25% of all purchases back to our preschool. Please let them know you are with Community Preschool!
Invite your friends, family and neighbors!
1399 Sculptor Drive, Loveland CO
Bike and Trike Day at Kroh Park - 4's Classes Monday, May 9th
Monday, May 9th is Bike and Trike Day at Kroh Park for the 4's classes. Drop off and pick up is at Kroh park NOT the preschool. Bring your child's bike or trike, their helmet, a water bottle and apply sunscreen before they arrive. Parents are welcome to stay and enjoy the fun!
See you Monday at Kroh park -
- Mrs. Martinez's 4's class MWF - 8:45 a.m. drop off & pick up at 11:15 a.m.
- Ms. Jenn's PreK - 9:00 a.m. drop off & pick up at noon
- Mrs. Martinez's PM class - 12:45 p.m. drop off & pick up at 3:15 p.m.
Loveland Ready Mix Concrete - 4's Field Trip Wednesday, May 11th
The field trip is for all our 4's classes, MWF, PreK and the PM class. We will meet at Loveland Ready Mix Concrete (644 N. Namaqua Ave., Loveland) at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11th.
Butterfly Release
All of our classes observed butterflies going through their life cycle. We started with caterpillars which turned into a chrysalis and finally, beautiful butterflies.
Virtual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction - THANK YOU!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, our virtual pancake breakfast and silent auction was a big success. We raised more than $2,500! That's money for school supplies, toys, and outdoor equipment — funds we rely on to operate while keeping tuition affordable. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generosity.
Our sincerest thank you to the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:
Origins Wine Bar & Wood Fired Pizza
Ziggi’s Coffee
Wash Me! Car Wash
Loveland Laser Tag
Betty Harrington Tumblers
Boynton Family
Christian Brothers Automotive
Loveland Public Library
ASC Soapworks
Clara Brubaker Quilt
Kathleen Geraghty
Norm Goding
Awards Unlimited
Denver Firefighter Museum
Holistic Yoga School
Glow Golf
Big Thompson Brewery
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Binny Photography
Scheels
Wicked Tequila Room
Laura Martinez
Hanna Copeland
Jenn Gregoire
Megan Albanez, Real Estate Agent
Rodan & Fields
Ana Bharadwaj
Rocket Kidz
Victoria’s Creations
34 Liquor
Melody Crawford
Mattress Firm of Northern Colorado (Jason DeVilbiss)
Johanna Hand Crafted Jams
Win Supply Inc
Brooke Boynton Hughes
Wooden Mountain Bouldering & Gym
Gonzo Screen Printing and Embroidery
Doug & Trish Will
Patty Beumer - Pampered Chef
Gardens on Spring Creek
Cindy N., our Development Coordinator, for her fantastic fundraising!
Katelynn B., our Publicity Coordinator, for all her hard work on our auction!
Thank you, Community Preschool families and friends, for your incredible support!
Community Preschool is closed for Spring Break Monday, March 14th - Friday, March 18th
Enjoy your week off school and we will resume classes on Monday, March 21st!
SILENT AUCTION - SAT. APRIL 2nd 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Our most popular fundraiser and community-building event of the year — the pancake breakfast — we are putting on hold again. But though we won't meet for pancakes in person this year, we're still excited to host the popular online silent auction, with 100% of the proceeds going straight to your child's classroom.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 2nd, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm and watch Community Preschool's Facebook page for the auction to go live.
Preview the items the last week of March. We'll be auctioning off a handmade dollhouse, birthday packages from Urban Air and Wooden Mountain, gift baskets to Wicked Tequila and Rodan & Fields Skin Care, Loveland Laser Tag Gift cards and many more fun items.
To bid on an item on April 2nd, comment with your price. Items go to the highest bidder once the auction closes at 7 pm. If you win an item, a Community Preschool Board member will get in touch with you to arrange for the item pick up and payment.
If you do not wish to purchase an auction item, please consider making a donation to Community Preschool through our PayPal link at the top of this page.
Make sure you are enjoying pancakes for breakfast, lunch or dinner from the comfort of your home while you bid!
For more information, email the fundraising/development coordinator.
As always, thank you for your support!
Miss Loveland Valentine 2022 - Olivia Friske Visit
On Wednesday, February 9th, Miss Loveland Valentine, Olivia Friske, visited our preschool. She helped students in one of our 3s classes create valentines. Afterward, she walked with two of our 4s classes to the Hillcrest and the children gave the residents their handmade valentines. It was a special day for our children! Thank you, Olivia Friske and the Hillcrest! Happy Valentine's Day everyone.
Firefighter Rob Visits
On parent help days our 3s and 4s classes are excited to bring something for Show and Tell. One student brought her firefighter dad. He talked about fire safety and put on his firefighting gear to show the students. He also brought stickers and helmets for the children, which they loved. Thank you, firefighter Rob!
Tuesday tours are available in March and April of our preschool. They will begin at 10:00 a.m. and run approximately 30 minutes. You are welcome to bring your child, a mask and lots of questions. Please contact Ms. Tammy to schedule a tour.
VanHare Farm & Pumpkin Patch - Field Trips
Our 3's and 4's classes are invited to a fun fall field trip and this will be our 20th year going to the VanHare's Farm and Pumpkin Patch! Each student will pay $7 which includes a pumpkin. Younger siblings are welcome and will also be $7. Any additional pumpkins are $5 each.
Parent helpers should bring -
- Snack - Prepackaged Individual Servings (Nut-Free)
- Supply - Small Bottles of Water
On the day of the field trip, come to preschool as usual and you will drive your child from the preschool. If a parent is unable to drive, please talk to the teacher and they can coordinate a ride for your child. Please fill out the field trip form and pay your child's teacher before the field trip day. Have a great time!
- Friday, Oct. 8th - Mrs. Martinez MWF Class
- Monday, Oct. 11th - Ms. Jenn Prek
- Tuesday, Oct 12th - Mrs. Martinez T/Th 3's
- Thursday, Oct 14th - Mrs. Martinez 3/4 Combo P.M. Class
- Monday, Oct 18th - Ms. Hanna MW 3's
Wear Your Halloween Costume to Class
Wednesday October 27
Ms. Hanna’s MW 3s class
Thursday, October 28
Mrs. Martinez’s T/Th 3s class
Ms. Jenn’s Pre-K Class
Mrs. Martinez’s PM 3s/4s Combo Class
Friday, October 29
Ms. Jenn’s F 2s class
Mrs. Martinez’s MWF 4s class
Open House for Registered Families & Parent Orientation Meetings - Monday, August 30th
Meet your child's teacher and let your child explore their classroom during Community Preschool's open house. Drop in at the preschool anytime from 9 to noon on Monday, Aug. 30.
Learn about COVID-19 policies, which snacks are allowed and what to pack in your child's backpack, among other important information, during the mandatory parent orientation.
At least one parent or guardian MUST attend either orientation:
- In-person: 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 30 in Community Preschool's courtyard during open house.
- Virtual: 6 p.m., Monday, Aug. 30. Join via Zoom at: https://zoom.us/j/98849599469?from=addon.
Don't forget to turn in your child's student health record and immunization form during open house.
At this time, we are recommending that all children wear masks while inside the preschool, but they are not required to do so. To help reduce COVID-19 exposure, all parents will need to wear a mask while inside the preschool building.
Nominate Community Preschool for SCHEELS Giving Campaign by Tuesday, November 30th
Johnstown SCHEELS is donating $100,000 to non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations in Northern Colorado. They will give 20-$5,000 cash donations based on the number of nominations an organization receives.
To nominate Community Preschool, please fill out their form with your full name, email and select Community Preschool Loveland. SCHEELS Nomination Page.
Nominations are only accepted until Tuesday, November 30th and winners will be announced Dec. 3rd.
Thank you for your nominations!
We Still Have Openings in our Current School Year!
Community Preschool is a play-based, parent-run cooperative. We have classes for students ages 2.5 to 5 years old. Parents typically volunteer in the classroom once or twice a month, depending on the class, which helps us keep tuition affordable while connecting parents to their child's classroom. But new this year, we’re offering an afternoon class with no parent-help requirements.
We have some of the best teachers in the region and a program loved by generations of families for 50 years. Hope to see you at preschool!
Openings for the 2021–2022 school year - ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT:
- 3s: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00–11:30 a.m.
- 3s: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45-11:15 a.m.
- P.M. 3/4s Combo Class: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 12:45–3:15 p.m. (No parent-help requirements.)
- Pre-K: Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Email Mary for the 2s and 3s classes or Ellen for the 4s classes.
To schedule a tour contact Tammy. Call 970-669-4323 for more information.
Coming Soon 2022–2023 School Year
Check back in January 2022. Registration information is coming soon!
REGISTERED FAMILIES Health Forms Due Monday, August 30th at Open House for Registered Families
Once your child is registered, health forms are the final step in the registration process. They are due before school begins.
- Student Health Record (Registration Packet Page 6)
Doctor's Signature Required - Colorado Certificate of Immunization Form (Registration Packet Page 7) Please fill out this form, and include the original immunization form from your child's doctor.
If you exempting your child from any or all immunizations, you must include an exemption form. New this year - Exemption Forms need a health care professional signature.
All health forms are due by Monday, August 30th.
Mail:
Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539
Email:
tammyfriske@communitypreschool.org
Drop Off:
Open House for Registered Families Monday, August 30th from 9 a.m.–Noon
Do You Need to Make a Tax Deductible Contribution?
If you need to make a tax-deductible contribution before the end of the year, please consider making a donation by selecting the Donate button above. Community Preschool, is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3).
If you prefer to pay by check, please mail to Community Preschool; P.O. Box 1652; Loveland, CO 80539. We are happy to write a receipt for your taxes. Thank you!
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If You Are Wondering - We Have Classes All Week
Students in the Thompson School District will not have classes on Thursday, February 25th and Friday, February 26th due to conferences but we still have class. If you decide to keep your preschooler home for some family time, please let your child's teacher know, and have fun!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
We could not be more grateful for the support of our families, alumni, and friends during this challenging year. Our silent auction surpassed our expectations, garnering more than $3, 500!
Our sincerest thank you to the following people and organizations who donated to our silent auction:
AMA Divine Photography
Amy Huggins Photography
A Better Day Cleaning & Concierge
Awards Unlimited
Baker, Ann
Chill Potz
Colorado Railroad Museum
Copeland, Hanna
Crawford, Melody
Dugout Mugz
Eubanks, Shirley
Fritzler Farm Park
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Friends of the Loveland Public Library
Geraghty, Kathleen
Goding, Norm
GlowGolf
Grace and Power Fitness
Gonzo Screen Printing
Gregoire, Jenn
Harrington Arts Alliance
Heart to Heart Children’s Boutique
Home Prep LLC
Just A Pinch Bakery
Kelly, Caroline
Krazy Karl’s Pizza
Loveland Chocolate Company
Martinez, Laura
Mattress Firm of Northern Colorado (Jason DeVilbiss)
No Worries!! Hot Air Ballooning
Oriental Trading
Real West Old Time Portraits (Holly Coy)
Ripple Effect Martial Artsá
Rocky Mountain Amphicar
Scheels
Schultis, Patsy
Sláinte Coffee
Spieles, Pat & McMurray, Carol
Tammy Schwartz Home Daycare
Tune and Tidy House Cleaning
Urban Air Adventure Park
White Groves Barber & Taproom
Cindy N. our Development Coordinator for her fantastic fundraising!
Katelynn B. our Publicity Coordinator for all her hard work!
Thank you everyone for your incredible support!
New Monday/Wednesday 3s Class with Ms. Hanna!
Because of a long waitlist of students for our 3s class, we’re opening another! This class will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00–11:30 a.m. Children must be 3 by October 1 to enroll. The class will be taught by long-time parent, board member, and teaching substitute, Ms. Hanna!
Hanna Copeland has a bachelor's degree in agricultural business and recently completed her early childhood teaching license. She and her husband Alan have five kids, all of whom have attended Community Preschool.
Please help us in welcoming Ms. Hanna to her new role at Community Preschool!
For more information about the newest 3s class, please visit our registration page or contact Ms. Tammy.
Please Welcome Ms. Jenn!
We are thrilled to annouce that Jenn Gregoire, our current class coordinator, has accepted the Pre-K and 2.5s teaching position for the 2021–2022 school year.
Ms. Jenn comes to us with years of experience as a preschool, kindergarten, and early childhood special education teacher. Her two children attended Community Preschool, and she has served on our board of directors for the past two years. We are so lucky to have her!
We’re twice as lucky to keep Mrs. Geraghty too, who will step in as a substitute teacher next year when needed.
Welcome to the teaching staff, Ms. Jenn!
REGISTER NOW (Click Here)
Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Monday, March 8th & ends 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 10th
MOD Pizza Fundraiser - THANK YOU
Thank you to all our families and friends who ate pizza!! We appreciate all your wonderful support!
Register for Our New Virtual Preschool Program! Quarter 4 Started April 5th - Register Anytime During the Quarter & Receive Content for the Whole Quarter Quarter 4: April 5 - May 21
We are now offering a virtual learning option along with our in-person program. Keep your child engaged with preschool by registering for our new remote learning program!
Our Community Preschool Virtual Learning Program will be an extension of our current in-person, play-based curriculum, but you can do it all at home on your own time. Each week, we will feature short videos by our teachers with demonstrations of selected activities for the week. Teachers will sing songs, read stories, and provide developmentally-appropriate activities and social and emotional guidance.
The virtual learning program will be available on our website and parents will receive a password once payment has been received. The cost of this program is $100 each quarter. Please send payment via Zelle to treasurer@communitypreschool.org or by check to Community Preschool, P.O. Box 1652, Loveland, CO 80539.
Register today! You have access to the previous weeks too!
Here is a free preview of Mrs. Martinez singing a song…enjoy!
Board Meetings First Thursday Every Month
Thank You for a Fantastic Walk-a-Thon
Thank you to all our wonderful in-person, virtual and alumni families for participating in our first virtual walk-a-thon! We are so grateful for everyone's donations and your generous contributions raised $1, 247.84 for our preschool!
Welcome to a New Year of Preschool! In-Person Classes Begin on Tuesday, September 8!
We are so happy to announce that we have been cleared by Larimer County Health and Environment and our state Licensing Specialist from the Colorado Office of Early Childhood to open our doors again in September and welcome back all of our wonderful families! Our teachers and board of parent volunteers have been working hard to put new procedures in place to ensure the safety of our students and staff. While a few additional procedures need to be followed, we remain committed and most concerned with providing our young students with the nurturing and stimulating environment that is so important for their first adventure in education. These are temporary changes, and we plan on returning to our regular schedule when possible.
Drop-off – Parents will meet their child’s teacher outside the playground gate. Children will need a temperature check (100.3 degrees or lower). Each class will meet separately outside.
Snack Time – For now, we will need parent helpers to bring individually-wrapped, prepackaged snacks when they parent help.
Classrooms – We will need to limit table activities to 4 children per table. Additional sanitizing of surfaces and items will take place during class. Our teachers will help keep large groups of children from gathering in one area.
Pick-up – Children will walk outside with their teacher to their parents.
Parent Helpers – We would like to have the same helpers aid on consecutive days as much as possible to limit exposure. We realize this may not work for all families, and we are happy to help work out alternate days. Before entering the preschool, parent helpers will also need their temperatures taken. While in the preschool, please social distance from other adults.
Masks – Following the guidelines of the Colorado Office of Early Childhood, students, parent helpers, and teachers will all wear masks. We know this may be difficult, especially if your child hasn't been wearing one. To help them prepare, please start slowly having them wear a mask and build the habit over time.
Hand Washing – Children will wash their hands after coming inside, before snack, and after using the restroom as usual, but will include more frequent and longer hand washing.
Isolation – If a child becomes ill, we will isolate that child in the hallway and notify the parent immediately.
We are grateful for your patience and understanding while we develop these new procedures. We will continue to work closely throughout the year with our licensing specialist and the Health Department to make alterations as conditions change. Please, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. We have missed our fabulous Community Preschool families and can’t wait to see you!
We are looking forward to a great 2020–2021 school year!
Temporary COVID-19 Operating Procedures for Community Preschool 2020-2021 School Year.
Virtual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction Sat. May 2nd
Mark your calendars for our first ever Virtual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction, Saturday May 2nd. Make yourself some pancakes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and join us on Facebook for our annual silent auction!
The Virtual Auction is OPEN FOR BIDDING!
The 2020 Community Preschool Auction Group Page is open for bidding! Head over to https://www.facebook.com/groups/228951841851623/ to join! Directions will be posted at the top of the page.
You've had time to browse and make a strategy. Now's the time to BID!
Remember: Commenting on auction items with your bid is ENABLED until 8pm today, May 2nd! Items will go to the highest bidder once the auction is closed.
Don't forget to invite your friends!
Once the auction is over, one of the Community Preschool Board members will reach out to discuss pick up and payment for auction items.
All proceeds go directly to our wonderful Preschool!
If you choose not to purchase anything at the auction, please consider making a donation directly to Community Preschool. Click here to donate!
THANK YOU for your support! We hope to "see" you all on Saturday!
Please be sure to check out The Parent Helper newsletter for January!