Letter from our President
November 1st, 2020
Happy November, HPP members! The leaves have fallen and we continue to brave the new reality of our world. At the time I’m writing this, we are still “all-in” or virtual at school. It feels like things can change any day or any minute in these times. It’s a lot to shoulder when we already have a lot to worry about as preschool parents!
I’m disappointed that we probably won’t be celebrating Thanksgiving the “normal” way this year. Most likely, it will only be me, my husband and children on that day to be as careful as possible and protect our aging parents. How do you plan to celebrate the holiday? Although it’s different, I am looking forward to still making fun memories with our immediate family. Spending time together, eating good food, watching football: those traditions won’t change!
Another tradition this month: our annual Chipotle fundraiser to benefit the Integrated Preschool Program at Evamere Elementary. Mark your calendars for no-cook night on November 17 from 4-8 p.m. Use the code VRXR2MF when ordering in-store (or online for pick-up) and Chipotle will donate 33% of your order!
Read on for more details about upcoming events and programs… as I said last month, we can’t do all we normally do, but we’re trying to still provide options and ideas for your little ones! Take care, stay healthy and enjoy the harvest season with your family!
- Kristin Haid, HPP President
president@hudsonpreschoolparents.org
October 1st, 2020
Hello to all of our HPP members! I hope the first few weeks of school have been treating you well and that you and your family are staying happy and healthy. In these unprecedented times, the kick-off of our 2020-21 HPP board year has felt, like most everything else, a lot different. Our defining factor is connection – connecting parents and children with other families with the area and providing resources for an active, engaged childhood. But we are still so limited with how we can meet up with others and establish those connections.
We’ve talked a lot over the past several weeks about how we can still be of service to all of you and maintain the organization you’ve come to depend on for information and events. While we can’t do everything that we would do normally, we CAN still be a resource for you as to what is out there for your kiddos to enjoy. We also can still plan small, informal meet-ups where you’ll have the opportunity to meet other parents and children – within social distancing guidelines, of course. Even as I write this note, we are brainstorming new and creative ways to benefit our members and ensure the spirit of HPP continues in earnest.
It’s membership drive time again. This year we’ve discounted our rate to $20 in 2020… because we know we can’t provide everything we would in a “normal” year. The money you pay for membership dues guarantees your access to all of our programs and information for the next year. In addition, we give back much of the money we receive to local charities and programs, including the Ronald McDonald House of Akron and the Hudson Library & Historical Society. Your support of us means we can support you and other children and families in our area.
I hope that we can all spend time together again soon but until that point, know that we are working hard on keeping HPP alive and well! We would love to get your feedback on how we can best serve you during this unique time. Feel free to reach out to me or anyone else on the board with your comments and suggestions.
- Kristin Haid, HPP President
president@hudsonpreschoolparents.org
Hello to all of our HPP members! I hope the first few weeks of school have been treating you well and that you and your family are staying happy and healthy. In these unprecedented times, the kick-off of our 2020-21 HPP board year has felt, like most everything else, a lot different. Our defining factor is connection – connecting parents and children with other families with the area and providing resources for an active, engaged childhood. But we are still so limited with how we can meet up with others and establish those connections.
We’ve talked a lot over the past several weeks about how we can still be of service to all of you and maintain the organization you’ve come to depend on for information and events. While we can’t do everything that we would do normally, we CAN still be a resource for you as to what is out there for your kiddos to enjoy. We also can still plan small, informal meet-ups where you’ll have the opportunity to meet other parents and children – within social distancing guidelines, of course. Even as I write this note, we are brainstorming new and creative ways to benefit our members and ensure the spirit of HPP continues in earnest.
It’s membership drive time again. This year we’ve discounted our rate to $20 in 2020… because we know we can’t provide everything we would in a “normal” year. The money you pay for membership dues guarantees your access to all of our programs and information for the next year. In addition, we give back much of the money we receive to local charities and programs, including the Ronald McDonald House of Akron and the Hudson Library & Historical Society. Your support of us means we can support you and other children and families in our area.
I hope that we can all spend time together again soon but until that point, know that we are working hard on keeping HPP alive and well! We would love to get your feedback on how we can best serve you during this unique time. Feel free to reach out to me or anyone else on the board with your comments and suggestions.
- Kristin Haid, HPP President
president@hudsonpreschoolparents.org
NEW LEARNING PORTAL
Ohio’s parents and educators have a new resource to help learners ages 3-5 prepare for school and their futures. The easy-to-navigate INFOhio Early Learning Portal contains more than 50 websites and apps chosen and evaluated by educators and librarians with expertise in early learning and literacy.
The INFOhio Early Learning Portal helps preschool children:
- Learn letters, numbers and basic knowledge;
- Interact with other children and adults;
- Engage in meaningful play; and
- Develop focus and problem-solving skills.
The INFOhio Early Learning Portal is a partnership of INFOhio, the Ohio Department of Education, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and the Office of Gov. John Kasich. Nearly all resources in the portal are free, with a few available for a minimal fee.
Ohio’s parents and educators have a new resource to help learners ages 3-5 prepare for school and their futures. The easy-to-navigate INFOhio Early Learning Portal contains more than 50 websites and apps chosen and evaluated by educators and librarians with expertise in early learning and literacy.
The INFOhio Early Learning Portal helps preschool children:
- Learn letters, numbers and basic knowledge;
- Interact with other children and adults;
- Engage in meaningful play; and
- Develop focus and problem-solving skills.
The INFOhio Early Learning Portal is a partnership of INFOhio, the Ohio Department of Education, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and the Office of Gov. John Kasich. Nearly all resources in the portal are free, with a few available for a minimal fee.