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June 21, 2011

Doodle Bugs! Team Tuesday: Issue #68

In anticipation of Pre-K Graduation 2011, this edition of Team Tuesday celebrates the entire early childhood team!

Every member of the doodle community is responsible for children’s successful transition to elementary school. For taking that responsibility seriously and working hard to build a community of happy children, happy parents and happy teachers, we say THANK YOU:

  • To the incredible infant teachers, who nurture our beautiful babies and initiate the parent partnership;
  • To the terrific toddler teachers, who help our curious, independent toddlers feel comfortably ‘at home’ at school, supporting their growth and development through purposeful play;
  • To the talented preschool teachers, who create a positive classroom culture, where  children are delighted to explore, experiment and create, and
  • Last, but certainly not least, to our amazing pre-kindergarten teachers, who continue to inspire creativity, curiosity and competence through hands-on learning experiences.

As a result of your collaborative efforts – often spanned over a period of five years! – our pre-kindergarten graduates are noticeably well prepared for kindergarten and share a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for this powerful example of the many ways we can show that we CARE.

Pre-K families, please be sure to join us for Graduation 2011:

  • Cheektowaga  – Friday, June 24th at Como Park Elementary
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Tara Bednarz, Jamie Wallace, and Karen Gibson.
  • Clarence – Friday, June 24th at Clarence Middle School
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Molly White, Justine Kish, Melissa Vuich, and Arianne Kowalski.
  • East Amherst – Thursday, June 23rd at Transit Middle School
    Mr. Doodle Bug extend special thanks to Katherine Lucas, Nicole Buchanan, Shannon Bova, Bonnie Simmons, and Katie Dohn.
  • Henrietta – Thursday, June 23rd at Doodle Bugs!
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Kristin Healy.
  • Lancaster – Thursday, June 23rd at Hillview Elementary
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Kathy Rybacki, Jennifer Wagner, Ashley Konka, and Nicole Rumley.
  • Orchard Park – Thursday, June 23rd at Orchard Park High School (please note new location!)
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Erika Markin, Maria Champagne, and Zoe Kothe.
  • Penfield – Thursday, June 23rd at Scribner Rd Elementary
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Ashley Bennett, Amanda Stewart, Ashley Beatty, and Jessica Yaeger.
  • Webster – Thursday, June 23rd at Plank School
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks toHeather Dobson, Larissa Cutulle, Lindsey Schuppenhauer, Jill Walters, Jenna Wheater, and Michelle Greene.
  • West Amherst – Thursday, June 23rd at Heritage Heights Elementary
    Mr. Doodle Bug extends special thanks to Heather Furner, Beth Bavisotto, and Mary Rhoades.

Please note that all processions will begin promptly at 7:00 pm; graduates should arrive at 6:45 pm. Need more information about the location? Please see the center director.