Fall Parent-Child Program Winter Festival this Saturday, December 14th

Dear Parent-Child Families,

We look very forward to seeing you this Saturday, December 14th for our Winter Festival at 19 Clinton Street.

We would like to cook for you!

Please see below the times for your class to join us:

• Monday and Thursday Classes:  10-11 AM
• Wednesday Classes:  11:30 AM-12:30 PM
• Friday Classes:  4:30-5:30 PM

Please RSVP and send any dietary restrictions  to Brigitte.Choura@newamsterdamschool.org.

Many blessings,

The New Amsterdam Faculty

Holiday Auction Extended to 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 8th

The Holiday Auction is on a roll ...  bids are coming in fast and the competition is intense for many popular items.

But there are still bargains to be had (and fundraising targets to be met!) so...

We've decided to extend the auction through
Sunday, December 8th at 11:59pm!

Yes, another four days to make sure that you don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to do your holiday shopping AND support our wonderful school.  And a little more time to encourage friends and family and anyone you know to get online and join the bidding.  

Every little bit helps.

Thanks so much for your support and happy bidding!

 

Here's the all important link.

The Holiday Auction is open to all.  Please pass on to family and friends and encourage them to pass it on, too.

Like us on Facebook and share our Auction updates.

There are so many amazing items!


Unique Experiences


Murray's Cheese 101 Class




Firehouse Tour for 15 Children


Vacation Homes


Family Week at Small Farm




Montauk Weekend



Ingredients for the Perfect Date Night


Date Night Babysitting




Home Massage & Private Chef's Dinner for Two


Collectibles


Limited Edition Gift Pack


Wonderful Waldorf Toys


Hand Knit Hedgehog Family


Gift Certificate to Nova Natural


Handcrafted Heavy Doll from Ghana


And so much more!!!

There’s sure to be something for everyone!

Thank you from the Garden Committee

Dear Parents,
In the spirit of the season we would like to take a moment to thank you for your generosity! Our Fall Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle Clothing Sale raised over $800.00 in funds for garden plants and supplies. Used by over 20 families who were able to join us on Fall Family Garden day and in over 11 different projects scattered throughout the garden! (700 spring flowering bulbs, 45 cabbages, 28 bags of mulch.. please see the full list at school)!
El Jardin de Paraiso, a beautiful magical place, in a public space, where on Family Garden Day family after family who entered the gate that morning  brought with them their light, love, and community spirit to keep it safe and beautiful! And boy we had a lot of fun doing it! We are grateful to all the children and their families for all their hard work and efforts!!
And, as our Holiday Silent Auction Benefit comes to an end next week we'd like to remind you of the incredible power of participation and encourage you to bid generously and often until it ends!

Upcoming Admissions Events

Pre-School Tour
Tuesday, December 17th from 9:10-10:10 AM
During the tour we will take time to observe each of our classes and then there will be an opportunity for a brief discussion. The tour is for parents only and space is limited.

Grade School Open House
Tuesday, December 17th 7-8:30 PM
During this event we will have an in depth discussion about the Waldorf grades curriculum and how it meets the needs of the developing child.

Open House
Thursday, January 16th from 7-8:30 PM
Our Open Houses are for parents only and are an opportunity to see our classrooms, meet our teachers and participate in an in depth discussion about our programs. 

RSVP Karen.Talluto@newamsterdamchildhood.org to participate

Parent Lecture: January Date and Topic TBD

Our January Lecture will be set soon.
Visit our Lecture page for information about past lectures.

Online Holiday Auction: Keep the Bids Coming!

Dear friends,

The 2013 Online Holiday Auction is LIVE and in full swing.  If you have been eyeing an item, now is the time to place that bid for a special someone or yourself.  The Holiday season is upon us!

Here's the all important link.

Our Holiday Auction is most definitely open to all!
Please pass the link on to family and friends and encourage them to pass it on too.
You can also help us distribute Auction Cards which are available at the front desk.

We have a spectacular selection of wonderful items this year!

Children's Party Ideas

Handcrafted Items


Leather Goods

 

 

Incredible Gift Certificates

 

 

There's sure to be something for everyone!  New items are still be added so be sure to keep checking back.  And remember that all proceeds support the New Amsterdam School so don't be shy about going over the value amounts. 

 

The Auction is open for bidding until 11:59 PM on Wednesday, December 4th.

 

Happy bidding everyone and thank you for your support!

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

The New Amsterdam Holiday Auction Committee

 

Robin's Nest Winter/Spring Enrollment

Space is available in our Robin's Nest aftercare program for families enrolled in our morning 3 & 5 Day Nurseries and Kindergarten programs.  This restful program meets daily from 12:30-3:30 PM and supports families who need care in the afternoon.

The afternoon rhythm begins with lunch.  The children will eat a nutritious meal they have brought from home and then they will transition into a period of rest.  After rest there is time for free play and a healthy snack that is provided by the school.  Before dismissal the children help with clean up and then they are picked up by their parents or caregivers at 3:30 PM.

We encourage parents to carry the rhythm of aftercare into their home lives by offering their children a time of rest after lunch each day.  If you would like support in establishing a home rhythm that includes rest please contact our Aftercare teacher, Rie Seo at Rie.Seo@newamsterdamchildhood.org.  She is happy to share her insights and suggestions.

To join the program please complete the Aftercare Registration Form and return it to the school with your tuition check.  To help the children in coming into the rhythm of Aftercare we ask that parents enroll their child a minimum of two days per week.

Please note that all fees will be prorated based on your start date.