March Message from Amy Olsen, Director

The students have been celebrating several occasions over the past two months.  We celebrated Dental Awareness month with a visit from Fatima, our friendly dental hygienist from Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph.  The students learned how important it is to take care of their teeth and what snacks to eat to keep their teeth healthy.  They were so happy to go home with a new toothbrush and floss!

We also had lots of fun learning about Presidents’ Day. When you walk through our hallways, you will see some pretty terrific artwork the children created to celebrate this special day.  In our study of Purim, we dressed up for our annual Purim costume parade and loved hearing Rabbi Adler read the Megillah!

This month we are preparing for Passover. We always have fun learning about the seder, the story of the Exodus, and all the special foods we eat during this holiday.

It is time to start planning for your child’s summer as well as the 2010/2011 school year.  We will have registration packets ready shortly but are currently holding spots for anyone interested in registering their child.  Please tell all your friends and family about our terrific school and summer camp program.  We are excited to have some new families joining our Nursery School in the near future and would like to welcome many more for the summer and the upcoming school year!  If you or anyone you know is interested in our Full Day Kindergarten program, please let me know ASAP.  We are looking to bring this program back in the fall based on popular demand.

Amy P. Olsen, Director
Nursery School

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What Parents Say...

"I love the tender loving care from the staff and the interaction we have. There is a sense of community."  - Denise Schlachter

"The teachers show genuine affection towards the children. They understand that the children are individuals that develop at different rates and give them room to be themselves." - Kristine Papa

"My daughter has grown and learned so much...this program is one of learning and development. I plan to continue at White Meadow Temple through Kindergarten."  - Marina Frid

"Both my boys are accelerated in their public school grades; we believe it is because they had a great foundation from White Meadow Temple Nursery and Kindergarten." - Sharon Purzak

"I have seen tremendous growth in my Pre-K child. I am always amazed by what she learns each day. The small classes have enabled my children to get individualized attention and to have a voice within their classroom." - Jennifer Miller

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About Our Early Childhood Education Program

White Meadow Temple Nursery and Kindergarten offers a developmentally appropriate, educational program for children ages 2-5. Our safe and secure facilities include bright, colorful classrooms, a large indoor playroom, and a fenced-in outdoor playground with a large sandbox.  Programs include:

Me and My Shadow is designed for our youngest children ages 13-23 months.  This program provides an introduction to group activities, a chance to play with peers, and the opportunity to experience a relaxed, informal preschool setting with a special caregiver -- mom, dad, grandparent or babysitter.  The class meets weekly for an hour and a quarter and runs for 10 sessions.

Two-Year-Old Class gives the children an opportunity to experience their growing independence and learn socialization skills. Through play, children explore and learn about their environment in the most natural way. Classes are kept small to allow teachers to facilitate student discovery. Jewish holidays are introduced as a multi-sensory experience. 

Days: 3 and 5 day programs -- full and half days available

Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Before Care: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

After Care:  3:00 PM -5:30 PM Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown) 

Three-Year-Old Class is made up of familiar and predictable routines that give children the confidence to explore independently and to discover and learn through play. In this safe and nurturing environment, teachers act as a guide, extending the child's thinking and setting reasonable limits for behavior to help children develop a sense of self-discipline. 

Days: 3 or 5 days a week -- full and half days available
Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Before Care: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

After Care:  3:00-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown) 

Pre-Kindergarten emphasizes a curriculum that focuses on activities which develop pre-reading, math and writing readiness skills. Since a child's world is exploding with possibility at this age, the lessons are taught through music, art, movement, drama and a variety of hands-on activities. 

Days: 5 mornings a week

Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Before Care: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

After Care:  3:00-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown) 

Afternoon Kindergarten Enrichment provides an opportunity for morning public school Kindergarten students to join us for lunch and participate in our afternoon of special programs: cooking, fine arts, art history, physical education, and computer education. Bussing may be available from local schools.

Days: 5 days a week

Hours: 1:00-3:00 PM

Kindergarten is a full-day class accredited by the State of New Jersey. Academics are generally taught in the morning when students are better able to focus and concentrate. Subjects include language arts, Hebrew, mathematics, science and social studies. After lunch and recess, the children enjoy special programs such as computers, fine art, art history, physical education and music. The Kindergarten class maintains an excellent staff/student ratio which enables children to move at their own page. Teachers are able to work in small groups, helping to facilitate mastery of each subject. 

Days: 5 full days a week

Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Before Care: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

After Care:  3:00-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown)

Lunch is offered to the Three-Year-Old Class and Pre-Kindergarten Class five days a week. Children enjoy a dairy lunch brought from home and a supervised playtime until 1:00 PM.  Special pizza lunches are also offered throughout the year.

After Lunch Bunch (ALB) is an extended day enrichment program for the Three-Year-Old Class and Pre-Kindergarten Class. Each afternoon focuses on a special activity to enhance a child's view of the world. Programs reflect parents' and children's evolving needs and have included foreign language, computers, gymnastics, science, classic literature, cooking, dance and music education.

Days:  1 - 5 days a week

Hours: 1:00 PM (with lunch) - 3:00 PM (except Friday, which ends at 2:30 PM)

After Care:  3:00-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown)

Register now for the 2009/2010 school year.  For more information and a tour of our School, please contact Amy Olsen, Director, at 973-627-2511.

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Sandcastle Club Camp is a 7-week summer camp program for children ages 2-5. The camp features a fun-filled summer with "theme days," sports programs, swim lessons and water play with certified lifeguards in our above-ground pool. Other daily programs include arts and crafts, music, and storytelling. Creative projects and special events complement weekly themes and good old fashioned fun.
Days:  3 - 5 days a week -- full or half day

Hours: 9:30 -- 3:00 PM

Before Care: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

After Care:  3:00-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday:  3:00-? (depending on sundown)
Register today!

Parent Teacher Organization

The Parent Teacher Organization sponsors events that include Tot Shabbat, Saturday evening babysitting, Judaic book fairs, workshops, Ladies Night (Vendor Fair) and other holiday celebrations.