Aren't we lucky to have such good weather on our half day? The kids will definitely get some fresh air today, and Tim and Johnny will be doing some pretty cool art stuff. There's a new schedule for today so be sure to look for it here and around the school.
From 11:30-12 all groups will meet in the basement and be split up into to two groups. Prek/k and 1st grade are Group A, 2nd & up are Group B. Empire will stay in these groups until about 3:30.
Group A will be in the basement until 1:30 and then they spend time outside until 2:30. They will relax with a movie and snack until 3:30.
Group B will go outside right away until 1:30, then they will have chess and art until 3:30 in the basement.
After 3:30, Empire will split into it's regular groups.
3:30-4:30 4:30-5:30 5:50-6
prek/k rm 239a & 239b art with Johnny dismissal in basement
1st grade art with johnny grouptime rm 227 dismissal
2nd&3rd snack in basement grouptime in rm 318 dismissal
then outside
4th&up snack in basement grouptime in basement dismissal
then yard
After today it's going to be quite a break! To all of you who are traveling, safe travels! Those of you who are coming to Empire Holiday Camp, it's going to be great! Don't forget drop off at The Ella Baker school Feb. 21 is 7:45-8:15am. Marcus, one of the Team Leaders for the 1st graders will be at Holiday Camp so be sure to say hi!
I hope this is helpful, feel free to call anytime.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Capoeira is back!
Hey hey! Our Capoeira teacher's foot is better so she'll be joining us today! We were so sad to learn she hurt her foot last week, but now she's back! There are some schedule changes for today so be sure to check here and around the Ella Baker school for posts.
1st grade has Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room (near the cafeteria) 3:30-4 and then regular schedule.
Prek has Capoeira 4:45-5:15, then 5:15-6 in the basement
please note that our prek group are tiny people who take a little longer to collect their things and make it downstairs, please don't be surprised if they're not there immediately.
Kindergarten will have Capoeira next week, so this week they get to enjoy comic book hero class with Tim! This class will happen between 4:15-5 in rm 239B.
It should be beautiful today so expect our kids to be taking advantage of the nice weather!
Don't forget tomorrow is the half day, make sure to let us know your child is attending so we can staff accordingly!
1st grade has Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room (near the cafeteria) 3:30-4 and then regular schedule.
Prek has Capoeira 4:45-5:15, then 5:15-6 in the basement
please note that our prek group are tiny people who take a little longer to collect their things and make it downstairs, please don't be surprised if they're not there immediately.
Kindergarten will have Capoeira next week, so this week they get to enjoy comic book hero class with Tim! This class will happen between 4:15-5 in rm 239B.
It should be beautiful today so expect our kids to be taking advantage of the nice weather!
Don't forget tomorrow is the half day, make sure to let us know your child is attending so we can staff accordingly!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Swimming Swimming in the Swimming Pool!
One of my favorite things to do at after school is jump into the pool! Our little swimmers are bobbing along, and pretty soon some of those first timers will be swimming like fish!
As some of you know, there is no pressure on our beginners to go underwater, float, or swim on their own. The pace we learn at has to be comfortable for them and so far it's been so fun!
There are no changes to the schedule! I sure do hope this nice weather stays around!
Did you know there's a half day on Friday? Did you sign up your child? Have you already put some cash down? It's only $10 11:30-3pm, that's pretty cheap...... You have to sign up before Friday or your child can't come. It's not that they're not welcome, but if I don't know how many kids are coming, I won't know how many adults to staff. Since 95% of my staff are Ella Baker employees, I have to find alternative team leaders to help of half days.
Thanks for taking the time to read this blog and I hope more parents start to!
As some of you know, there is no pressure on our beginners to go underwater, float, or swim on their own. The pace we learn at has to be comfortable for them and so far it's been so fun!
There are no changes to the schedule! I sure do hope this nice weather stays around!
Did you know there's a half day on Friday? Did you sign up your child? Have you already put some cash down? It's only $10 11:30-3pm, that's pretty cheap...... You have to sign up before Friday or your child can't come. It's not that they're not welcome, but if I don't know how many kids are coming, I won't know how many adults to staff. Since 95% of my staff are Ella Baker employees, I have to find alternative team leaders to help of half days.
Thanks for taking the time to read this blog and I hope more parents start to!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Yoga in the 5th floor dance room!
Another beautiful day! it's a bit chilly, but still sunny! All of our groups, except prek, will spend a little time outside today, not too long though because it's supposed to be very windy! The schedule has changed slightly so more groups can have fun in yoga!
note that the 2nd&3rd graders usually have group time in rm 318 at the end of the day, but since we're having a staff meeting today i wanted everyone downstairs so we can start together. there will be post its around the building.
3-3:30 3:30-4 4-4:45 4:45-5:15 5:15-6
prek snack yoga in dance rm rm 239a rm 239a basement
k playground rm 239b rm 239b basement
1stgrade snack playground rm227 yoga basement
in dance rm
2nd&3rd snack& homework rm324 yoga yard basement
4-4:30 4:30-5:15 5:15-6
4th&up snack& homework rm 325 yard grouptime rm 325 yoga in dance rm
Please note if groups are going outside, I do not control or choose to control where team leaders take their groups. It is up to the children and team leaders to choose which part of the playground/yard/walking route they would like to enjoy. If you choose to pick up your child during their outside time, it is my suggestion that you wait by the front entrance ( since everyone uses that to enter or exit the building) or contact Valerie or myself directly. This way no one runs around willy nilly.
With that said, since it is slowly getter warmer, we hope to spend as much time as possible outside. There will still be days where it's just too dern cold and we'll have to stay indoors, but always check in on the blog or the schedule posted around Ella Baker.
Still thinking about summer camp? Did you know we have our own lifeguard? If your child is new to swimming we make sure it's an easy experience, we have all summer to learn to swim so we don't mind taking our time with the beginners. Did know that I was the Site Director for our first summer camp and it was awesome? Did you know I will be the Site Director at this camp?? I know, pretty cool, but there's more! I'm always around and I am totally free to answer questions you have about our camp at The Ella Baker School! I hope you consider it, because our camp is going to rock!
note that the 2nd&3rd graders usually have group time in rm 318 at the end of the day, but since we're having a staff meeting today i wanted everyone downstairs so we can start together. there will be post its around the building.
3-3:30 3:30-4 4-4:45 4:45-5:15 5:15-6
prek snack yoga in dance rm rm 239a rm 239a basement
k playground rm 239b rm 239b basement
1stgrade snack playground rm227 yoga basement
in dance rm
2nd&3rd snack& homework rm324 yoga yard basement
4-4:30 4:30-5:15 5:15-6
4th&up snack& homework rm 325 yard grouptime rm 325 yoga in dance rm
Please note if groups are going outside, I do not control or choose to control where team leaders take their groups. It is up to the children and team leaders to choose which part of the playground/yard/walking route they would like to enjoy. If you choose to pick up your child during their outside time, it is my suggestion that you wait by the front entrance ( since everyone uses that to enter or exit the building) or contact Valerie or myself directly. This way no one runs around willy nilly.
With that said, since it is slowly getter warmer, we hope to spend as much time as possible outside. There will still be days where it's just too dern cold and we'll have to stay indoors, but always check in on the blog or the schedule posted around Ella Baker.
Still thinking about summer camp? Did you know we have our own lifeguard? If your child is new to swimming we make sure it's an easy experience, we have all summer to learn to swim so we don't mind taking our time with the beginners. Did know that I was the Site Director for our first summer camp and it was awesome? Did you know I will be the Site Director at this camp?? I know, pretty cool, but there's more! I'm always around and I am totally free to answer questions you have about our camp at The Ella Baker School! I hope you consider it, because our camp is going to rock!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Checkmate!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Did you know that in the U.S 64% of men do not make plans with their sweethearts for Valentine's Day! That's bananas.
Anywho, it's supposed to be pretty ok today. Weather.com says 51 degrees, but 19per mile winds!! So, we'll see how the afternoon fairs, and hopefully each group will have at least have a little time outside.
It's also chess today! There should be no schedule changes today, but always check in for updates.
Chipman is really pleased with the 1st graders, and so am I! There is a real change with that group and I'm loving it! We're so excited that they enjoy chess and I can't wait to see how they grow.
Each group is going to play chess today and every child has potential. Our prek/k group is coming along in chess as well, and I'm sure that can't be easy.If you have a chance take a gander at the schedule and see when your child will be in chess, we love it when parents come to watch their child play chess.
Interested in summer camp? Still not sure if Empire is the right choice?
Worry no more! Not only is Empire Camp being held at The Ella Baker school, we have tons of classes!Inside AND in Central Park. Field trips 2 times a week, and swim 3 times a week! You might asking yourself, will there be any familar faces? Will my child have trouble adjusting?
Yes, we already have some After school staff signing up for summer camp! Not only will yours truly be the Site Director, but I'm bringing some of my after school staff into the mix. I'm a real campy person (pun intended) and my energy is contagious to all who cross my path. I make it my personal duty to make sure you and your child have a great summer.
Here's another great thing about this camp, it's not massive! Yes, a great camp experience is bulit on strong relationships. We feel that having a humble sized camp is the best for your child to form a meaningful relationship with their consolers and peers.
I'm always around, so if you have any questions regarding summer camp feel free to ask anytime, or be sure to check into our camp website: www.empirecamp.com
Or come back to our blog soon for more info!
Did you know that in the U.S 64% of men do not make plans with their sweethearts for Valentine's Day! That's bananas.
Anywho, it's supposed to be pretty ok today. Weather.com says 51 degrees, but 19per mile winds!! So, we'll see how the afternoon fairs, and hopefully each group will have at least have a little time outside.
It's also chess today! There should be no schedule changes today, but always check in for updates.
Chipman is really pleased with the 1st graders, and so am I! There is a real change with that group and I'm loving it! We're so excited that they enjoy chess and I can't wait to see how they grow.
Each group is going to play chess today and every child has potential. Our prek/k group is coming along in chess as well, and I'm sure that can't be easy.If you have a chance take a gander at the schedule and see when your child will be in chess, we love it when parents come to watch their child play chess.
Interested in summer camp? Still not sure if Empire is the right choice?
Worry no more! Not only is Empire Camp being held at The Ella Baker school, we have tons of classes!Inside AND in Central Park. Field trips 2 times a week, and swim 3 times a week! You might asking yourself, will there be any familar faces? Will my child have trouble adjusting?
Yes, we already have some After school staff signing up for summer camp! Not only will yours truly be the Site Director, but I'm bringing some of my after school staff into the mix. I'm a real campy person (pun intended) and my energy is contagious to all who cross my path. I make it my personal duty to make sure you and your child have a great summer.
Here's another great thing about this camp, it's not massive! Yes, a great camp experience is bulit on strong relationships. We feel that having a humble sized camp is the best for your child to form a meaningful relationship with their consolers and peers.
I'm always around, so if you have any questions regarding summer camp feel free to ask anytime, or be sure to check into our camp website: www.empirecamp.com
Or come back to our blog soon for more info!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Art with Johnny
Hey Hey! It's still pretty chilly out today so you may not see our groups outside today for too long. A quick walk around the block may have to do because it is COLD! If your picking your child up during their outside time, don't walk around looking for them, wait in the building by the main entrance. All of our groups come in and out of that entrance and only that entrance.
This has been a crazy/fun week! 1st grade are in the lead with 2 pizza party stars with the older groups right behind them. Our first graders were totally awesome in Chipman's chess class on Monday and Wednesday, AND had fun learning to juggle yesterday. I'm so proud of that group!
Our 2nd and 3rd graders are doing better with homework, but it took them a while to get it together in Yoga class on Tuesday. After the class got started they came around, but we need to do better than that since it's only a 45min class. Our eldest group has been working together for a group project, I'm thinking a debate team because everyone has a strong opinion in that group and they all love to talk.But a couple of one act plays is also in order. I really hope they win some more stars because they didn't have ANY last month, keep up the good work guys!
Finally our prek/k groups!Prek had a great time in yoga AND Tim's comic book class. I was so impressed with their knowledge of Marvel superheros!The prek are having so much fun and it's hard to not to giggle when you're around them!
Our kindergarten class won the pizza party last month, but I'm not so sure about this go-around.....Even though our kindergarten class is wonderful and creative, they also are a handful. Each child has their own personality and a pleasure to get to know, but sometimes as a group they can't seem to get it together. They are having trouble lining up and listening during class, but I know that today and next week they will work harder because I know they want that pizza party!
Even when things get tough, our awesome staff at Empire keep it cool. Remember that they work all day at school and come in with bright shiny faces in the afternoon and it can't be easy! I tell them I love them all the time and I hope you do too!!
Be sure to check in for more info on changes in schedule and this weekend I'll be putting up info on SUMMER CAMP!!!
This has been a crazy/fun week! 1st grade are in the lead with 2 pizza party stars with the older groups right behind them. Our first graders were totally awesome in Chipman's chess class on Monday and Wednesday, AND had fun learning to juggle yesterday. I'm so proud of that group!
Our 2nd and 3rd graders are doing better with homework, but it took them a while to get it together in Yoga class on Tuesday. After the class got started they came around, but we need to do better than that since it's only a 45min class. Our eldest group has been working together for a group project, I'm thinking a debate team because everyone has a strong opinion in that group and they all love to talk.But a couple of one act plays is also in order. I really hope they win some more stars because they didn't have ANY last month, keep up the good work guys!
Finally our prek/k groups!Prek had a great time in yoga AND Tim's comic book class. I was so impressed with their knowledge of Marvel superheros!The prek are having so much fun and it's hard to not to giggle when you're around them!
Our kindergarten class won the pizza party last month, but I'm not so sure about this go-around.....Even though our kindergarten class is wonderful and creative, they also are a handful. Each child has their own personality and a pleasure to get to know, but sometimes as a group they can't seem to get it together. They are having trouble lining up and listening during class, but I know that today and next week they will work harder because I know they want that pizza party!
Even when things get tough, our awesome staff at Empire keep it cool. Remember that they work all day at school and come in with bright shiny faces in the afternoon and it can't be easy! I tell them I love them all the time and I hope you do too!!
Be sure to check in for more info on changes in schedule and this weekend I'll be putting up info on SUMMER CAMP!!!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Capoeira today!
Another great day for Empire! There are some slight changes today so be sure to check the schedules in Ella Baker today.
Prek/k will not be going outside today, they will most likely be in the basement for their outdoors time.
1st grade will have Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room at 3:30-4. Prek will have Capoeira at 4:45-5:15 in the 5th floor dance room.
Tonight at 5:30 is the Empire Camp open house!! We will be speaking about your child's day, what to expect, and payment information. I'm super pumped about summer camp and I know you will be too if you come to the open house!
Prek/k will not be going outside today, they will most likely be in the basement for their outdoors time.
1st grade will have Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room at 3:30-4. Prek will have Capoeira at 4:45-5:15 in the 5th floor dance room.
Tonight at 5:30 is the Empire Camp open house!! We will be speaking about your child's day, what to expect, and payment information. I'm super pumped about summer camp and I know you will be too if you come to the open house!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
No swim!
Oh dear! The pool heater is broken so no swim! That's ok though, Tim and Chipman are here today to teach comic book class and chess!! Hooray!!
Since there is no swim today, there is a new schedule!!
2/9/11 3-3:30 3:30-4:15 4:15-5 5-5:30 5:30-6
prek k snack prek inside 239A +239B 239 a+b dismissal
k outside
1st snack chess in caf. rm 227 rm227 dismissal
2nd+3rd snack HM in rm 322 comic book in chess dismissal
in basement in basement
4th+up snack rm 325 chess in 325 comic book dismissal
in basement
Feel free to call with any questions!!!
Since there is no swim today, there is a new schedule!!
2/9/11 3-3:30 3:30-4:15 4:15-5 5-5:30 5:30-6
prek k snack prek inside 239A +239B 239 a+b dismissal
k outside
1st snack chess in caf. rm 227 rm227 dismissal
2nd+3rd snack HM in rm 322 comic book in chess dismissal
in basement in basement
4th+up snack rm 325 chess in 325 comic book dismissal
in basement
Feel free to call with any questions!!!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Let's stretch out with Yoga!
Hey hey!
Today is another great day at Empire! There are a couple of schedule changes today because I want every group to get a chance to try yoga if we can. We have the yoga teachers from 3:30-6 so we're going to try and squeeze in as many groups as possible today.
Be sure to check the schedules posted around Ella Baker to confirm any of the schedule changes here in the blog.
1st grade has Yoga 3:30-4 in the 5th floor dance room, then regular schedule
Prek has Yoga 4:45-5:15 in the 5th floor dance room,5:15-6 in the basement
2nd and 3rd grade have Yoga 4-4:45 in the 5th floor dance room
4th and up have Yoga 5:15-6 in the 5th floor dance room
I hope this helps and there will be schedule changes posted in the building.
The prek class will not be outside because they will be in Yoga class today. Kindergarten will go for a walk at the designated time and have a regular schedule. Always feel free to call if you have any questions!
Today is another great day at Empire! There are a couple of schedule changes today because I want every group to get a chance to try yoga if we can. We have the yoga teachers from 3:30-6 so we're going to try and squeeze in as many groups as possible today.
Be sure to check the schedules posted around Ella Baker to confirm any of the schedule changes here in the blog.
1st grade has Yoga 3:30-4 in the 5th floor dance room, then regular schedule
Prek has Yoga 4:45-5:15 in the 5th floor dance room,5:15-6 in the basement
2nd and 3rd grade have Yoga 4-4:45 in the 5th floor dance room
4th and up have Yoga 5:15-6 in the 5th floor dance room
I hope this helps and there will be schedule changes posted in the building.
The prek class will not be outside because they will be in Yoga class today. Kindergarten will go for a walk at the designated time and have a regular schedule. Always feel free to call if you have any questions!
Monday, February 7, 2011
chess!
Empire's Regional Director Matt Chipman will be spending time with our groups teaching chess today. Shayna Cannon, team leader for 4th and up is absent today, so Bridget will most likely be chilling with that group. If you have any questions as to where that group may be, feel free to call Bridget directly!
There's still time for each group to earn good behavior stars this week, the first group to reach 4 stars gets a pizza party Feb. 18th!
It's not too shabby out, so every group will spend sometime outside either walking around the building or staying close to the yard area. The playground is too wet and slippery so don't expect to see any groups on the jungle gym.
We also have a new staff member starting this week, you might have seen him last week getting the hang of things. His name is Evan and he'll be working with the 2nd and 3rd grade group 5 days a week. He works with film and is excited to be joining our team!
Be sure to check in for any schedule changes on this blog OR on any of the schedules posted around the building.
There's still time for each group to earn good behavior stars this week, the first group to reach 4 stars gets a pizza party Feb. 18th!
It's not too shabby out, so every group will spend sometime outside either walking around the building or staying close to the yard area. The playground is too wet and slippery so don't expect to see any groups on the jungle gym.
We also have a new staff member starting this week, you might have seen him last week getting the hang of things. His name is Evan and he'll be working with the 2nd and 3rd grade group 5 days a week. He works with film and is excited to be joining our team!
Be sure to check in for any schedule changes on this blog OR on any of the schedules posted around the building.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Art with Johnny!
Another beautiful day in the greatest city in the world!
Yes you will find some of our kids outside, but not for too long. There shouldn't be any serious changes today and Johnny is ready to get creative with our kids.
Yesterday at capoeira, the 4th and up group rocked the house! The 2nd and 3rd graders were a little too rowdy in class, but their Team Leader Jackie Kirkland sat down with them after class and chilled out for a bit, I know next week will be a lot more fun.
Tim showed the prek/k how to draw their favorite superheros and taught the kids the back rounds of some of their favorite characters. I got to sit in on one of the classes and it was really fun.
The 1st graders got to try Capoeira for he first time yesterday so there was a slight change in schedule that may have been confusing for some parents.
If you're not sure where your child is, make sure to check our schedule because Valerie and I always post classroom changes, or if a group is running late, and they do, please call Val or myself so you don't have to run around the building. It's my job to make this an awesome after school program and it's also my job to help you out, so let me!!
Be sure to check the blog because we'll adding any changes to the schedule here and around the building as they happen!
Yes you will find some of our kids outside, but not for too long. There shouldn't be any serious changes today and Johnny is ready to get creative with our kids.
Yesterday at capoeira, the 4th and up group rocked the house! The 2nd and 3rd graders were a little too rowdy in class, but their Team Leader Jackie Kirkland sat down with them after class and chilled out for a bit, I know next week will be a lot more fun.
Tim showed the prek/k how to draw their favorite superheros and taught the kids the back rounds of some of their favorite characters. I got to sit in on one of the classes and it was really fun.
The 1st graders got to try Capoeira for he first time yesterday so there was a slight change in schedule that may have been confusing for some parents.
If you're not sure where your child is, make sure to check our schedule because Valerie and I always post classroom changes, or if a group is running late, and they do, please call Val or myself so you don't have to run around the building. It's my job to make this an awesome after school program and it's also my job to help you out, so let me!!
Be sure to check the blog because we'll adding any changes to the schedule here and around the building as they happen!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
CAPOEIRA TODAY!
Hey Hey Parents!!
Today is Thursday and I'm glad it's finally sunny out. All groups will spend a little time outside today, and by little I mean like 15 minutes because it's still super wet and not all of our kids have the right shoes for playing in the snow! The prek/k and 1st grade will probably go for a walk around the building singing songs or playing a game, but they will exit and enter through the main door, as always, so if you're looking for them while they're outside, make sure to stay by the main door. The same applies to 2nd grade and up.
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Today the groups have Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room. Since our Capoeira teacher can only teach 2 maybe 3 groups every Thursday, we're also offering comic book creation/ drawing as well.
Today 1st,2nd and 3rd grade, and 4th and up will participate in Capoeria and prek/k will have comic book class with Tim.
Be sure to check in on this blog often because I will continue to add how each group is doing at the end of every week and changes to the schedule!
Today is Thursday and I'm glad it's finally sunny out. All groups will spend a little time outside today, and by little I mean like 15 minutes because it's still super wet and not all of our kids have the right shoes for playing in the snow! The prek/k and 1st grade will probably go for a walk around the building singing songs or playing a game, but they will exit and enter through the main door, as always, so if you're looking for them while they're outside, make sure to stay by the main door. The same applies to 2nd grade and up.
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Today the groups have Capoeira in the 5th floor dance room. Since our Capoeira teacher can only teach 2 maybe 3 groups every Thursday, we're also offering comic book creation/ drawing as well.
Today 1st,2nd and 3rd grade, and 4th and up will participate in Capoeria and prek/k will have comic book class with Tim.
Be sure to check in on this blog often because I will continue to add how each group is doing at the end of every week and changes to the schedule!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Welcome to our Blog!
Hey Parents!
This is the first entry of many for our after school blog! Be sure to check here for updates on your child's group, news on changes, and summer camp info!
Today is Wednesday , so that means swim! We have three staff members out sick today so don't be surprised if you don't see some of our radiant paras on duty. It's not very nice outside so don't expect to see any groups our there. The First group of swimmers will be on the 2nd floor around 4:15ish and The Second group of swimmers will be in the basement by 5:30. At 5:30 pm, all groups should be in the basement.
This is my first entry be sure to check in tomorrow for more!
This is the first entry of many for our after school blog! Be sure to check here for updates on your child's group, news on changes, and summer camp info!
Today is Wednesday , so that means swim! We have three staff members out sick today so don't be surprised if you don't see some of our radiant paras on duty. It's not very nice outside so don't expect to see any groups our there. The First group of swimmers will be on the 2nd floor around 4:15ish and The Second group of swimmers will be in the basement by 5:30. At 5:30 pm, all groups should be in the basement.
This is my first entry be sure to check in tomorrow for more!
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