November Newsletter
It’s beginning to look and feel like fall, with cooler temperatures and leaves changing colors. At this time of the year, we are beginning to plan for our year-end festivities. We have lots of upcoming activities, so make sure you have all of these dates on your calendars!
Important Preschool Dates to Remember
Butter Braids - Order forms and checks are due on Wednesday, October 30th. Delivery will take place on Tuesday, November 19th.
Halloween Plans - Trick-or-Treating for our 3-day classes will take place on Thursday, October 31st. Additionally, Halloween parties will take place that day. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have questions about specific class plans.
Election Day - Bethlehem Preschool will be closed on Tuesday, November 5th. We will be back in session on Wednesday, November 6th, as usual.
Thanksgiving Feast – Those in our 3-day program will enjoy our Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday, November 20th. Please note…this is an early release day for Williamson County Schools. Families are invited to start arriving at noon and lunch will begin at 12:15 p.m. This should allow time to enjoy a meal here at Bethlehem with family and friends, and make it to your child’s elementary school for early dismissal. This is an event for the entire family! Information about plans for this year will be sent to parents with children in these classes soon.
Thanksgiving Break - Bethlehem Preschool will be closed on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, November 26th, 27th, and 28th, for Thanksgiving Break.
Christmas Shopping Day - Join us for our school fundraiser “Christmas Shopping Day” December 6th 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This is a drop off opprtunity our staff will host. Our teachers will so kindly donate their time for this fun event. The minimum donation for families is $40 per child. Please pack a lunch and water bottle. Sign up sheets will be located at your child’s classroom.
Christmas Parties – Class parties will take place on Tuesday, December 10th. Each teacher determines the timing and particulars of the party in her room. More information about party plans in each class will be provided closer to the date of the event.
Polar Express and Pajama Day – On Wednesday, December 11th, those in our 3-day program will wear their pajamas to school and watch a portion of The Polar Express as part of their school day. More information will be provided closer to the date of this event.
Christmas Program – This special occasion will take place on Thursday, December 12th at 11.00 a.m. in the church sanctuary. More information will be included in our December newsletter as well as in teacher emails. At the end of the Christmas Program, the preschool will be closed for Christmas break.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church Activities
Just like the preschool, the church also has a variety of activities going on during the months of November and December and you are all invited to attend!
Art Show and Sale – This event will take place on Sunday, November 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Old Sanctuary and features the talented artists of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. Light refreshments will be available as will entertainment by the Bethlehem Bluegrass Boys.
Operation Christmas Child – This shoebox packing event will take place on Sunday, November 17th at 4:30 p.m. in the Old Sanctuary.
Breakfast with St. Nick – On Saturday, December 14th at 9:00 a.m. experience crafts, games and a light breakfast with St. Nick. This is always such a fun holiday event for the whole family.
Family Friendly Christmas Eve Service – This special family event takes place on Tuesday, December 24th at 4:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary. All children in attendance have a role in the re-telling of the Christmas story.
We hope to see you at many of these events. It’s going to be a very busy few months! Don’t forget to follow us on social media!