 Beyond "Bear" Basics
Christian Home Child Care/Preschool Program
www.beyondbearbasics.com
What's Happening Today!!
| Comments: | 9/2/2010 The summer is coming to an end and Preschool is right around the corner. On September 13 preschool will begin. Parents be sure to check the color coded schedule to see what's in store for that day. I'm so excited and I'm sure all the preschoolers are too! |
| September 3, 2010 00:57:29 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 9/2/2010 On August 20, Adrianna became a big sister to Isabelle Marie. We can't wait until December when Isabelle Marie will come and join in all the fun that Beyond "Bear" Basics has to offer. |
| September 3, 2010 00:55:23 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 8/2/2010 We have been enjoying our weekly visits to the pool and relaxing summer days. I hope everyone summer is enjoying their summer as well. |
| August 2, 2010 17:28:38 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 7/13/2010 The summer is here and we are all enjoying our time off of doing school work :-) |
| July 13, 2010 20:17:36 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 6/18/2010 Our Father's Day craft is complete and I'm sure the dad's will absolutely love it, but remember don't open until Sunday :-) |
| June 18, 2010 14:21:20 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 6/7/2010 Upcoming events for June:
June 18 - Last day of Preschool
June 24 - Group Parent Meeting 6:30 - 8:30 (More info will be sent home) |
| June 7, 2010 17:31:14 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 6/7/2010 Just a friendly reminder that all swim gear should be in care today and every Monday throughout the summer. |
| June 7, 2010 17:28:08 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/28/2010 Our field trip to the Publick Playhouse was awesome. The kids and I enjoyed seeing the story book "Are You My Mother" come to life on stage. |
| May 28, 2010 17:29:05 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/24/2010 Just a friendly reminder that care will be closed on Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day. Normal care will resume on Tuesday, June 1. |
| May 24, 2010 11:17:39 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/24/2010 Just a friendly reminder that our field trip to the Publick Playhouse is on Wednesday, May 26 @ 12:00. We will leave BBB around 11:15. Please remember to bring your child's lunch box. Thermoses are NOT needed on this field trip. |
| May 24, 2010 11:16:01 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/16/2010 Good day, The month of May has been really busy for us and the fun isn't over yet. The children enjoyed making a wonderful crafts for their moms and taking class pictures. Both events were great. Our last field trip before the summer break will be to see the play "Are You My Mother". |
| May 17, 2010 01:22:30 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/4/2010 Say cheese!!! Our picture day is on Friday, May 7 @ 10:30. Please be sure to bring your child's lunch box and thermos in on or before Thursday, May 6. Picture money can be brought in on or before the morning of Friday, May 7 |
| May 5, 2010 01:56:37 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 5/4/2010 Dear Parents, In-Home Conferences are being held during the month of May. A sign in sheet is available at the sign in/out station. All parents are strongly encouraged to participate in the conferences. |
| May 5, 2010 01:53:15 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 4/21/2010 Dear Parents, As you know the children went to the post office on Monday to mail off their postcards that they decorated in care. I do hope they enjoyed receiving mail and sharing their uniquely made post card with you. |
| April 21, 2010 18:06:58 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 4/9/2010 Yesterday we had another very special guest visit our child care! Lain and Sanaa's baby brother. He is so adorable. The children love when we have visitors especially ones as cute as Najee :-) |
| April 9, 2010 16:06:58 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 4/7/2010 Dear Parents, please remember to update your child's change of clothes, bring in sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle with your child's name on it to care this week. |
| April 7, 2010 19:54:28 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 4/7/2010 Today we had a very special guest visit our child care. It was a joy to hold Isaiah's baby brother Julian. He is so adorable. All the children enjoyed seeing the baby too. Thank you Elizabeth and Leroy for bringing Julian in to see us. |
| April 7, 2010 19:51:00 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/31/2010 Dear Preschool Parents, Progress reports will be sent home today.
Just a reminder to all parents our Easter Party/Egg Hunt is on Friday, April 2. All children are asked to bring in a basket. |
| March 31, 2010 12:26:09 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/24/2010 Dear Parents, our Easter egg hunt/party will be on Friday April 2. If you would like to donate plastic eggs, treats, and other goodies please be sure to bring it to care NLT Thursday, April 1.
Your child is more than welcomed to bring in their basket from home to collect the eggs that they find. |
| March 24, 2010 18:18:08 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/24/2010 Preschool Parents: Just a friendly reminder our Spring break starts on Monday, March 29 - Friday, April 2. |
| March 24, 2010 18:03:49 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/23/2010 Spring is finally here and the weather is warming up...on most days. For the rest of the month of March - April we will talk about the post office, postal workers, letters, postcards, and other things related to the postal service.
We will make post cards and mail them on Friday, April 16.
The children will be so excited to receive a letter in the mail and to find out it's what they made in care! |
| March 24, 2010 01:19:43 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/12/2010 Spring is definitely in the air and we are enjoying every bit of it during our outdoor play. Our nap and snack schedule has and will change slightly on days when the weather is beautiful.
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| March 12, 2010 11:57:11 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/5/2010 The children were so excited to climb in to our HUGE day care van. They each found their car seat and jumped right in to be buckled. We drove to our local park and played outside on this "not so cold" day. |
| March 5, 2010 19:47:26 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/4/2010 Update for March's Field Trip-The field trip to Barnes & Noble for story time is scheduled for Tuesday, March 30 @ 11. All children ages 2 and up are asked to bring in the lunch boxes and thermoses on or before Monday, March 29th. |
| March 4, 2010 04:58:35 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/3/2010 Dear Parents, Your child works hard on arts & crafts throughout the week be sure to visit our Art Gallery to see all the wonderful art your child has done. |
| March 4, 2010 02:58:19 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/1/2010 Spring Break for all Preschoolers will start on Monday, March 29 - Friday, April 2. Care will still be open during spring break. |
| March 1, 2010 13:27:23 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 3/1/2010 5 point harness car seats and notarized letters are due in care on or before Friday, March 6. |
| March 1, 2010 12:44:13 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/26/2010 Field Trip Update - Our time for March's field trip has been moved to 11:00. For children ages 2 and up, please bring their lunch boxes to care on or before Thursday, March 25th. A reminder will be posted as time gets closer. |
| February 27, 2010 12:46:09 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/27/2010 Parent's Night Out - Saturday, March 13 from 6pm-11pm. Sign up sheet is located to the left of the sign in/out folders. The first parent, whose child is registered full time, to text me "I visit the website daily" can enjoy March's Parent's Night Out for FREE! Act fast because this deal expires today at 11:59pm EST. If you win, I will send you a confirmation text :-) |
| February 27, 2010 12:43:17 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/25/2010 Our field trip for the month of March will be story time at Barnes and Noble will be on Friday, March 26 @ 10. Parent Volunteers are always welcomed. |
| February 25, 2010 20:03:10 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/25/2010 Dear Parents, Please remember to keep your child bundled up each day as we will go outside to play. Spring is right around the corner, but it is still pretty cold out. Winter clothes and winter gear should be worn and/or brought to care each day. |
| February 25, 2010 19:47:50 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | Hip, hip, hooray! Our child care van arrived today! It's big, it's white, it seats 12, and best of all it's OURS!!! |
| February 22, 2010 04:53:06 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/19/10 Just a friendly reminder that all car seats and notarized letters must be in care NLT Friday, March 5. |
| February 19, 2010 12:10:55 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/16/10 Just a friendly reminder: All car seats were supposed to be in care last Friday, but because of the snow the deadline has been moved to Friday, March 5. The car seat will remain in care at all times.
All children in care must have a 5-point harness car seat--No Booster Seats are allowed.
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| February 16, 2010 15:12:09 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2/9/10 On Monday, February 15 Beyond "Bear" Basics will be closed for President's Day. Normal care will resume on Tuesday, February 16. |
| February 10, 2010 04:12:41 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 2//9/10 Dear Parents, I hope everyone is enjoying the snowy weather that we've been having. Our valentine's party is on Friday, February 12. Everyone is asked to wear something with either pink or red to the party. Please remember to bring all valentine cards to care on Friday as well. |
| February 10, 2010 04:10:24 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/28/10 Our field trip to Petsmart was awesome!!! Many thanks to Ms. Kelly for helping out on our field trip. We saw fish, birds, hamsters, hairless rats, cats, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and a few other animals too. The kids got to pet the animals and feel how different each one felt.
We didn't buy a pet today, but a class pet would be a nice addition. Btw the chinchilla was our favorite pet. |
| January 28, 2010 19:42:34 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/24/10 Homework packets for all preschoolers will be sent home on Monday, January 25. All packets are due back on Thursday, January 28. Written homework will be sent home for preschoolers (ages 3 1/2 and up) on Tuesday, January 26. Written homework should be completed and brought back to school on Friday, January 29. |
| January 25, 2010 01:47:54 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/22/10 Happy Friday, This has been a great week for the children and I. The weather was beautiful and we took advantage of that by going out to the park at least twice a day.
Thursday, January 28 @ 10 is our field trip to Petsmart in Oxon Hill, MD. Please be sure to bring your child's car seat to care that morning.
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| January 22, 2010 20:31:46 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/20/10 We had the most beautiful weather yesterday. The kids and I enjoyed going out to the playground twice in one day. Getting fresh air daily is really important, so be sure to send your child with the appropriate gear for the weather. |
| January 20, 2010 17:08:30 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/13/10 Dear Parents, Just a friendly reminder that care will be closed on Monday, January 18 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. |
| January 13, 2010 20:53:37 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/13/10 Today we stayed outside to play for 25 minutes. The kids and I missed the countless hours we spend outside during the spring, summer, and early fall months. We all had fun and enjoyed the fresh, not too cold, air. |
| January 13, 2010 20:51:33 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/12/10 Dear Parents, If your child will be participating in the Preschool Program please remember to bring in your child's book fee and SHIPPING COST. Preschoolers ages 3 to 3 1/2 will only need to purchase the Art book. Ages 3 1/2 and up will need to purchase all of the preschool books including the Art book. |
| January 12, 2010 13:53:05 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/8/10 Preschool packets were sent home today. Please take a few moments to read over all the materials sent home. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to call or email. |
| January 8, 2010 17:29:39 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/7/10 How does a class pet sound? Woof, meow, hsss, tweet? Just a thought, nothing definite. So for our first field trip of the year we will visit Petsmart in Oxon Hill. The field trip will be on Thursday, January 28 at 10. Parent volunteers are always welcomed and car seats are needed. |
| January 8, 2010 04:40:07 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 1/2/10 Happy New Year to all my wonderful parents and children that I care for each day. Be sure to check facebook to see all the new pictures added of your child and their friends. |
| January 2, 2010 14:52:44 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/30/09 Upcoming closings: Friday, January 1, 2010 |
| December 30, 2009 05:01:24 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/29/09 I would like to say "Job well done" to all the children who were a part of our performance tonight. And to the parents, thank so much for making this day extra special by coming out and watching your little one and their friends shine. |
| December 30, 2009 05:00:15 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/22/09 It has been wonderful working with your children this year and they are very excited to show you a few things they’ve learned. Due to Ms. Jovana losing her voice the ceremony will be postponed until Tuesday, December 29th at 5:30.
Normally, the show would go on, but unfortunately with this age group they need help to sing the songs.
Have a Happy Holiday!
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| December 22, 2009 18:05:57 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/21/09 Care will be closed on Thursday, December 24 and Friday, December 25. Enjoy your holiday and time with your loved ones. |
| December 21, 2009 13:13:41 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/21/09 Good morning Parents, I hope everyone enjoyed the snow this weekend...I know the kids did. Just a reminder that Secret Santa gifts are due today. We will have a short performance on Wednesday, December 23 at 5:30. |
| December 21, 2009 13:12:04 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/16/09 Beyond "Bear" Basics will be closed on Thursday, December 24 & Friday, December 25. Normal care will resume on Monday, December 28. |
| December 16, 2009 11:34:32 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/16/09 Hello Parents, Please remember to bring in your Secret Santa gifts between now and Monday, December 21. The gift should be wrapped and labeled with only the (receiver's) child's name on it. |
| December 16, 2009 11:31:33 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/12/09 Just a reminder that Parent/Provider conferences are next week for those who signed up. Please remember to be on time and bring your child's bear folder along with any questions & concerns that you might have. |
| December 12, 2009 20:42:39 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/8/09 Parent-Provider conferences are not mandatory, but are encouraged. If you are interested in an one-on-one conference please sign up by Friday, December 11.
For those who took the bear folders home, please remember to bring it on the day of your conference. |
| December 8, 2009 20:19:55 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/8/09 Winter is finally here and the holidays are right around the corner. Our secret santa exchange information will be in your child's folder today. |
| December 8, 2009 20:13:46 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/7/09 Parent's Night Out will be held on Saturday, December 19 from 6pm until 11pm. Your child will have fun eating and playing while you get last minute holiday shopping done.
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| December 8, 2009 03:40:29 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/7/09 I was so excited to see all the smiling faces greet me this morning. We have a lot of things planned for this month, so please remember to check your child's folder each day.
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| December 8, 2009 03:36:47 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 12/6/09 I hope everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday break with their family and friends. My family and I most certainly did.
I have missed seeing all the wonderful children that I care for each day and am eager to start work this upcoming week.
See everyone tomorrow :-) |
| December 6, 2009 18:47:40 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 11/8/09 Just a friendly reminder, Beyond "Bear" Basics will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th for Veterans Day. |
| November 8, 2009 22:56:10 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 11/4/09 Today we went on a field trip to the Publick Playhouse to see a the play "The Adventures of Harold and the Purple Crayon" and it absolutely wonderful. Words can't describe the kids faces when the lights went out and the play began. Their eyes were focused on the actors and actresses for the entire production. I am partial, but I think my group was the most well behaved in the audience. This was an awesome field trip that I know we will do it again. A huge thanks goes to Ms Brianne, Tristan's mom, for volunteering on today's field trip. |
| November 4, 2009 20:36:19 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 11/4/09 Today we went on a field trip to the Publick Playhouse to see a the play "The Adventures of Harold and the Purple Crayon" and it absolutely wonderful. Words can't describe the kids faces when the lights went out and the play began. Their eyes were focused on the actors and actresses for the entire production. I am partial, but I think my group was the most well behaved in the audience. This was an awesome field trip that I know we will do again. A huge thanks goes to Ms Brianne, Tristan's mom, for volunteering on today's field trips. |
| November 4, 2009 20:34:58 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | Tomorrow is our field to the Publick Playhouse. I am so excited to take the children to see a play. I'm sure they will enjoy it. |
| November 3, 2009 18:58:54 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 11/2/09 Parent's night out will be on Saturday, November 14 from 6pm - 11pm. |
| November 2, 2009 21:14:26 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | Good afternoon parents, We will go to Publick Playhouse in Cheverly, MD to see "The Adventures of Harold & the Purple Crayon" for Trent's birthday on Wednesday, November 4. We will leave at 9:15 sharp. Please remember to bring your child's lunch box to care on Tuesday, November 3. |
| November 2, 2009 20:52:20 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/29/09 Dear Parents, Beyond "Bear" Basics will be closed on Monday, November 30 - Friday, December 4, 2009. Child care will reopen on Monday, December 7. |
| October 29, 2009 16:33:24 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/27/09 Our field trip is just days away and we are all excited about doing many fun things at the Pumpkin Playground. Both breakfast and lunch will be served at the field trip site because we will leave at 8 in the morning. Be sure to dress your child in comfortable shoes and clothes to fit our unpredictable weather. |
| October 27, 2009 19:20:22 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/25/09 Dear Parents, Our field trip to the Pumpkin Playground is on Friday, October 30. Please remember to bring your child's lunch box and thermos to care NLT Thursday, October 29. And remember parents are always welcomed on our field trips. |
| October 26, 2009 01:53:46 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/24/09 Hello Parents, I am in the process of adding new meals to our weekly menus and I would love your input. If you have a snack or meal that you would like to be added to our menu please write or email me by November 2. Please keep in mind that I prepare all meals and snacks before care begins each morning so it would be helpful to have meals with little prep and cooking time.
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| October 25, 2009 03:50:42 (GMT Time) |
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| October 23, 2009 03:50:28 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/22/09 Dear Parents,
Parent's Night Out will be held on Saturday, October 24 from 6pm until 11pm. If you would like for your child to participate please let me know in advance. Dinner, dessert, and of course a fun-filled night is all included. Be sure to bring pj's, favorite book, and their special lovey toy that they sleep with. |
| October 22, 2009 10:14:03 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/16/09 Dear Parents, The "Parent's Night Out" will only be offered once a month on a Saturday. This month's Parent's night out will be on Saturday, October 24 starting at 6pm. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 21. Have a great weekend! |
| October 16, 2009 12:00:20 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/16/09
Dear Parents. We had a great week. A big thanks goes to Isaiah for bringing the hugest, tastiest, most delicious apples to share. We love them.
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| October 16, 2009 11:53:39 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | Hello parents,
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend. I am ready to have a great week and I know the children are too. See you soon :-) |
| October 13, 2009 10:57:58 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/5/09 Just a reminder that child care will be closed on Monday, October 12 for Columbus Day. |
| October 7, 2009 01:54:19 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 10/5/09 Dear Parents, Family style dining is a great success. The children enjoy fixing their own plates and passing the different foods arount the table to one another. |
| October 7, 2009 01:42:45 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 9/30/09
Dear Parents,
I will begin adding pictures of the children on facebook. If you wish to view the pictures you will need to go to facebook.com and register, it's free, and then send me a friend request.
Have a great day! |
| September 30, 2009 11:40:22 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 9/28/09
We had an awesome time at the zoo on Friday. The day started off a bit wet, but it did not rain on our parade. The children were excited to see lions, tigers, bears, HUGE fish, eagles, and much more.
A big thank you goes to Mrs. Angie, Adrianna's mom, for volunteering.
Have a "zooriffic" day!
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| September 28, 2009 19:41:08 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 9/21/09
Dear Parents,
This week we will start family style dining at meal times.
The children will learn and practice many social skills, such as taking turns, passing food to others, saying and signing please and thank you, and helping to set the table.
This will be an exciting week for us all!!!
Jovana |
| September 21, 2009 19:29:17 (GMT Time) |
| Comments: | 8/26/09
Dear Parents,
We are so excited about the completion of our new website, the children and I are having ice
pops today to celebrate!!
Jovana |
| August 26, 2009 16:45:13 (GMT Time) |
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