Heyhey! I hope everyone got a new schedule yesterday! If you didn't get one from your child, be sure to ask our friendly counselors for one! We're trying to get as many parents as possible to look at the blog everyday to keep up with our groovy program, stay updated on summer camp info, and be a part of the Empire family. With this new schedule, I know the rest of this semester will be awesome!
Speaking of awesome, our first graders had Tim's comic book hero class yesterday and they were fantastic! Everyone was participating,listening, and having a great time. I'm so proud of their good behavior, I'm positive they'll win the pizza party for next week!
I'm so excited about summer camp and I hope you are too. I've been working hard on schedules,activites, and trips, this summer is going to be tripndicular!(that means really cool)
We're going swimming 3 times a week, playing in central park....it's gunna be great....
it's beautiful outside so you'll see us all outside, Have a Groovy Day!
Friday, April 29, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thunder storms!
Whoa nelly! The weatherpeople say it's supposed to be storming and raining all afternoon so we'll have a alternative schedule so no one gets drenched.
During any groups "playground/yard" time, they will be in classrooms having some extra grouptime.
Be sure to check our schedules in the building for any changes AND to familiarize yourself with our brand new schedule!
New schedule? Hooray! This new schedule has just what you need!Not only will out Team Leaders be passing it out to all of you, but they are now posted EVERYWHERE you find Empire info!
During any groups "playground/yard" time, they will be in classrooms having some extra grouptime.
Be sure to check our schedules in the building for any changes AND to familiarize yourself with our brand new schedule!
New schedule? Hooray! This new schedule has just what you need!Not only will out Team Leaders be passing it out to all of you, but they are now posted EVERYWHERE you find Empire info!
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
OH NO! THE POOL IS BROKEN!
Oh how I shed these tears of woe.....no pool, how sad! I was missing our swim sessions over the break and now the pool's broken! Good thing it's beautiful outside! So, instead of pool time, we get more playground time! I love going outside and having some good ol' fashioned fun. Who needs a pool when you have Empire! I put up an alternative schedule for today, so be sure to look for it.
Speaking of new schedules......WE HAVE BRAND NEW SPRING SCHEDULES OUT TODAY!HOOOOORAY! This brand spanking new schedule has more playground time, more fun, and gives more kids more chances to try all of our fun activities. All Team Leaders will have schedules to pass out to you today and be sure to look for them on the message board by the security desk, the basement door, the door leading to the basement, and the message board on the 2nd floor.
All staff will have permanent schedules in their folders/binders, so if you're confused, ask one of our friendly Team Leaders or just give me a call!
Reminder: WE HAVE BRAND NEW SCHEDULES! HOOOOOORRRAAAAY!
Speaking of new schedules......WE HAVE BRAND NEW SPRING SCHEDULES OUT TODAY!HOOOOORAY! This brand spanking new schedule has more playground time, more fun, and gives more kids more chances to try all of our fun activities. All Team Leaders will have schedules to pass out to you today and be sure to look for them on the message board by the security desk, the basement door, the door leading to the basement, and the message board on the 2nd floor.
All staff will have permanent schedules in their folders/binders, so if you're confused, ask one of our friendly Team Leaders or just give me a call!
Reminder: WE HAVE BRAND NEW SCHEDULES! HOOOOOORRRAAAAY!
Friday, April 15, 2011
EMPIRE STRIKES BACK
No no, not us, silly goose! We're watching Star Wars today and we're on to probably the best movie of the trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back. I know I've been pumped to see this for a while. The half day schedule will be posted around the building and all staff will have a copy.
The quick version of the schedule is this:
Prek/k and 1st grade are group A and 2nd grade and up are group B
Group A will be outside until about 1:30,then bathrooms,water,etc, and movie watching in the basement at 2-3:30ish. After that they'll split into their regular after school groups and have art,classroom time, and dismissal in the basement!
GroupB will watch the movie first, then go outside when group A comes in. After that they'll have art with johnny, chess, and all that good stuff!
I'm sooooo excited for the break and I hope you are too! We offer holiday programming for April 18-22 and NOT April 25 and 26. Holiday Programming will be held at The Earth School on the lower east side and Matt Chipman will be picking up Empire kids in front of The Ella Baker School in the morning. He will be picking up kids 7:45-8:15 and then he heads to the subway. I know it's not a big window, but it's not summer yet so it might be too cold for our kids to stay outside too long.....
Anywho, feel free to call or email with any questions!!!!
Have an AWESOME break, I know I will because I'm going back to West Virginia!
The quick version of the schedule is this:
Prek/k and 1st grade are group A and 2nd grade and up are group B
Group A will be outside until about 1:30,then bathrooms,water,etc, and movie watching in the basement at 2-3:30ish. After that they'll split into their regular after school groups and have art,classroom time, and dismissal in the basement!
GroupB will watch the movie first, then go outside when group A comes in. After that they'll have art with johnny, chess, and all that good stuff!
I'm sooooo excited for the break and I hope you are too! We offer holiday programming for April 18-22 and NOT April 25 and 26. Holiday Programming will be held at The Earth School on the lower east side and Matt Chipman will be picking up Empire kids in front of The Ella Baker School in the morning. He will be picking up kids 7:45-8:15 and then he heads to the subway. I know it's not a big window, but it's not summer yet so it might be too cold for our kids to stay outside too long.....
Anywho, feel free to call or email with any questions!!!!
Have an AWESOME break, I know I will because I'm going back to West Virginia!
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Ready for the Break yet?
Another great day full of swim and comic book class!It's a little damp outside, but I'll let the groups decide whether they go outside or not today. So, normal schedule, but be sure to check the boards for any changes.
The half day is this friday, so you better sign up and pay asap! If you don't pay the $10 ( pretty cheap) or sign up before Friday, your child can not attend the Empire Half Day program. I know this sounds rough, but I can only pull so many employees from other Empire sites.
Also, the Spring Break is coming up. Please note we have awesome activities scheduled April 18th to April 22!! We DO NOT hold programming on April 25 and 26. I know Matt Chipman will be picking up kids in front of Ella Baker during that week, so be sure to give him a high five! I'll be in West Virginia visiting my family so I won't be around, but feel free to email me with any questions regarding the Holiday Program!
SAVE THE DATE May 26th, Thursday, 2011
On May 26th, Empire will be having a SPRING SHOWCASE! Our kids will be performing songs, plays, dances, and more! So be sure to come and watch the action and support our kids!
The show will start around 4:30ish and after the performances you can come to the basement to see the art gallery! We have been saving art since last semester to put up for everyone to see. So, please make some time in your busy schedules to come and enjoy yourself!
The half day is this friday, so you better sign up and pay asap! If you don't pay the $10 ( pretty cheap) or sign up before Friday, your child can not attend the Empire Half Day program. I know this sounds rough, but I can only pull so many employees from other Empire sites.
Also, the Spring Break is coming up. Please note we have awesome activities scheduled April 18th to April 22!! We DO NOT hold programming on April 25 and 26. I know Matt Chipman will be picking up kids in front of Ella Baker during that week, so be sure to give him a high five! I'll be in West Virginia visiting my family so I won't be around, but feel free to email me with any questions regarding the Holiday Program!
SAVE THE DATE May 26th, Thursday, 2011
On May 26th, Empire will be having a SPRING SHOWCASE! Our kids will be performing songs, plays, dances, and more! So be sure to come and watch the action and support our kids!
The show will start around 4:30ish and after the performances you can come to the basement to see the art gallery! We have been saving art since last semester to put up for everyone to see. So, please make some time in your busy schedules to come and enjoy yourself!
Monday, April 11, 2011
72 degrees!
Oh man, I hope weather.com isn't playing a joke on me.......With 72 degrees on our side, you'll definitely find our kids outside today. AND, Chipman is here for chess! He really loves coming to Ella Baker and teaching chess, and we love to have him!
Need something for your kids to do during spring break? Worry no more! Empire is holding spring break at The Earth School, located on E6th street and ave B. Monday-Friday we will have fun, educational experiences, and did I say fun? Matt Chipman will be helping picking up kids at The Ella Baker school in the morning,7:45-8:15. I know it's not a lot of time, but it will still be a bit chilly outside so we don't want our kids out too long!We have applications for this spring break in the basement, or come and ask me or Valerie! We DO NOT offer programming on April 25 or 26.
We also have a half day coming up,THIS FRIDAY APRIL 15.
If you told Valerie your child is coming to the half day and haven't paid, you still have to pay for your child to be on the list. I don't like being a "list" person, but as you all know, getting staff for these half days isn't easy since 86% of my staff works in Ella Baker.
Thank you for your understanding and have a groovy day!
Need something for your kids to do during spring break? Worry no more! Empire is holding spring break at The Earth School, located on E6th street and ave B. Monday-Friday we will have fun, educational experiences, and did I say fun? Matt Chipman will be helping picking up kids at The Ella Baker school in the morning,7:45-8:15. I know it's not a lot of time, but it will still be a bit chilly outside so we don't want our kids out too long!We have applications for this spring break in the basement, or come and ask me or Valerie! We DO NOT offer programming on April 25 or 26.
We also have a half day coming up,THIS FRIDAY APRIL 15.
If you told Valerie your child is coming to the half day and haven't paid, you still have to pay for your child to be on the list. I don't like being a "list" person, but as you all know, getting staff for these half days isn't easy since 86% of my staff works in Ella Baker.
Thank you for your understanding and have a groovy day!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Clouds Can't Stop Us!
It may be a chilly, but all our groups will make it outside today. They may not spend the whole time out there, but some fresh air will do them good! There's an alternate schedule for 1st grade and prek/k for the day so please check the schedules posted around building to find out where your child's class is.
Today is comic book class for prek/k and 1st grade and Tim is really excited to show them how to draw and teach them the history about their favorite super heros!
I hope this helps and please give me a call if you need any help!
Today is comic book class for prek/k and 1st grade and Tim is really excited to show them how to draw and teach them the history about their favorite super heros!
I hope this helps and please give me a call if you need any help!
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Let the sunshine in!
I'm loving this sun. When I walk to the subway I see more and more flowers along the way!Today will be a normal wednesday schedule. If your child is in swim, please note they take some time to change from the swimsuits to dry clothes. It is a bit chilly when we get out of the pool so it takes longer some times. If they're not in the basement right on time, that's why!
Today is comic book class for grades 2nd and up (who don't swim)and Tim is really pleased with their work so far.
I hope this sun stays around for tomorrow!
Today is comic book class for grades 2nd and up (who don't swim)and Tim is really pleased with their work so far.
I hope this sun stays around for tomorrow!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Oooooom
Heyhey! What's going on out there? Is it going to rain or not? I typed up a rainy day schedule, but I'll wait to see what happens out there before I put it up. I would really like for everyone to spend some time outside, but if it rains our schedule will change.......is that a slant rhyme?
Anywho, prek and k get some yoga time today and it's a great day to earn a pizza party star! If they are good listeners their group gets a pizza party star, and if they will 4 stars......THEY WIN A PIZZA PARTY!
The only group who hasn't won a pizza party is the 1st graders, but I know they can do it this time. That pizza has their name written allll over it!
Be sure to check the schedule today in case it's too rainy out for our kids!!!!
Anywho, prek and k get some yoga time today and it's a great day to earn a pizza party star! If they are good listeners their group gets a pizza party star, and if they will 4 stars......THEY WIN A PIZZA PARTY!
The only group who hasn't won a pizza party is the 1st graders, but I know they can do it this time. That pizza has their name written allll over it!
Be sure to check the schedule today in case it's too rainy out for our kids!!!!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Monday, Monday
Cloudy, but not bad! I would hate to keep our kids cooped up inside all day,so you'll probably see our groups out there. If it starts to rain or get too windy, some groups may choose to be indoors, be sure to check the schedules for any changes!
A regular schedule day, unless the rain comes, and Chipman's ready for chess! Also, Jackie Levy, co-team leader for the kindergarten class, is bringing in her pet bunny today as a reward to the kindergarten class for doing so well. Shayna,team leader for the 4th and up group, is working really hard with her group on the play that is set to be performed May 26. Johnny, the art teacher, is going to help set up the background and Valerie is helping rehearse. We're so excited!
Hope this helps, and feel free to call or email with any questions!
A regular schedule day, unless the rain comes, and Chipman's ready for chess! Also, Jackie Levy, co-team leader for the kindergarten class, is bringing in her pet bunny today as a reward to the kindergarten class for doing so well. Shayna,team leader for the 4th and up group, is working really hard with her group on the play that is set to be performed May 26. Johnny, the art teacher, is going to help set up the background and Valerie is helping rehearse. We're so excited!
Hope this helps, and feel free to call or email with any questions!
Friday, April 1, 2011
April is finally here!
Can you believe how time flies? It's already April! Newsletters are going out today and first of the month payments are due! Johnny is going to be doing some magic tricks and other fun stuff today so be sure to ask your kids how class went.
Sadly, the first graders were not respecting their team leaders and comic book teacher yesterday. Apparently a couple of students in that group got into my locker ( all students know this is a kid free locker, adults are only allowed to get stuff out of it) and started playing mancala and openly ignoring Tasha and Marcus,their team leaders. I was shocked and disappointed because that group has been doing so well in Chess and Johnny's art class. So, today they will not have class with Johnny. I know this may sound tough, but I have to draw the line. Today instead of having art class they will practice their step dancing and have a group meeting about respecting each other, the Empire space, and listening. I know this group has some great potienal to do better, and they will! Good luck!
It's icky out today, but you know the saying April showers brings May Flowers......So a rainy day schedule will be posted up around the building. All staff will have this schedule on hand so if you're running around and don't have time to stop and check the schedules, ask an Empire staff member! Or better yet, ASK ME! My number is posted all over the building and most of y'all have it by now, so don't hesitate!
Sadly, the first graders were not respecting their team leaders and comic book teacher yesterday. Apparently a couple of students in that group got into my locker ( all students know this is a kid free locker, adults are only allowed to get stuff out of it) and started playing mancala and openly ignoring Tasha and Marcus,their team leaders. I was shocked and disappointed because that group has been doing so well in Chess and Johnny's art class. So, today they will not have class with Johnny. I know this may sound tough, but I have to draw the line. Today instead of having art class they will practice their step dancing and have a group meeting about respecting each other, the Empire space, and listening. I know this group has some great potienal to do better, and they will! Good luck!
It's icky out today, but you know the saying April showers brings May Flowers......So a rainy day schedule will be posted up around the building. All staff will have this schedule on hand so if you're running around and don't have time to stop and check the schedules, ask an Empire staff member! Or better yet, ASK ME! My number is posted all over the building and most of y'all have it by now, so don't hesitate!
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