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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with
private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
In article , Donna Metler says...
I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! Do you know someone else with kids at the school? (Even in the past.) Does the school have a website with pictures - perchance pictures of preschoolers that you can get an idea from? I don't see how "manage easily" and "appropriate for play" means not a uniform. However, if you quoted the website accurately, it seems to say no uniform needed for pre-K to me, too. Banty |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
In article , Donna Metler says...
I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. Why not call her teacher and ask? |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
"Banty" wrote in message ... In article , Donna Metler says... I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! Do you know someone else with kids at the school? (Even in the past.) Does the school have a website with pictures - perchance pictures of preschoolers that you can get an idea from? I don't see how "manage easily" and "appropriate for play" means not a uniform. However, if you quoted the website accurately, it seems to say no uniform needed for pre-K to me, too. Here's the statement on clothing for pre-K from the website You are urged to dress your Pre-Kindergarten child in comfortable play clothes of the self-help variety. Children take pride in managing their own clothing, but are easily discouraged by attempts to deal with tight clothes or small fasteners. Overalls, one-piece outfits and clothing with small buttons, hooks, or snaps are often difficult for children to manage. We ask that you not send your child in clothing such as those previously mentioned. We recommend tennis shoes or other type of play shoes as footwear since we have daily physical activities either outside on the playground or in the gym. (If children wear sandals, they must have a back that fastens securely to the foot - no flip-flops.) --- Which is pretty much exactly what I've seen for other preschools or daycares, and there really aren't overalls or one-piece outfits as an option in the uniform code (which isn't a big deal if it's needed-but I'd rather not buy a ton of khaki and plaid if it's not required. It's not like I can buy it this year and assume she'd still be able to wear it two years down the road if she doesn't turn out to need it until she's actually in REAL kindergarten!). I don't know that I've ever seen a 3/4 yr old preschool class referred to as "Kindergarten 3/4" until I read her class assignment letter. There just is no consistency between the online parent handbook and the stuff they sent home. Which tells me that in this regard, I should feel right at home, since the public schools I've taught in seem to contradict themselves on an almost daily basis. I guess once we get past the 4th of July (another thing in the packet says the school office is closed this week-and since the school is closed for the summer, I imagine there's not many people in the office at best) I'll call the school unless I can dig up a parent, and most of the families I know have their kids in public school (and were in a whole variety of preschool options when the kids were little) or have preschoolers themselves. \ |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
I think that you are going to have to contact the school because we are not
going to have a clue what the protocol is at that particular school. Is there anyone else that you know that is going to the school or has been to the school. Sue (mom to three girls) "Donna Metler" wrote in message . .. I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
In article , Donna Metler says...
"Banty" wrote in message ... In article , Donna Metler says... I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! Do you know someone else with kids at the school? (Even in the past.) Does the school have a website with pictures - perchance pictures of preschoolers that you can get an idea from? I don't see how "manage easily" and "appropriate for play" means not a uniform. However, if you quoted the website accurately, it seems to say no uniform needed for pre-K to me, too. Here's the statement on clothing for pre-K from the website You are urged to dress your Pre-Kindergarten child in comfortable play clothes of the self-help variety. Children take pride in managing their own clothing, but are easily discouraged by attempts to deal with tight clothes or small fasteners. Overalls, one-piece outfits and clothing with small buttons, hooks, or snaps are often difficult for children to manage. We ask that you not send your child in clothing such as those previously mentioned. We recommend tennis shoes or other type of play shoes as footwear since we have daily physical activities either outside on the playground or in the gym. (If children wear sandals, they must have a back that fastens securely to the foot - no flip-flops.) Sounds like the usual thing - our Montessori had something like that, real detailed. --- Which is pretty much exactly what I've seen for other preschools or daycares, and there really aren't overalls or one-piece outfits as an option in the uniform code (which isn't a big deal if it's needed-but I'd rather not buy a ton of khaki and plaid if it's not required. It's not like I can buy it this year and assume she'd still be able to wear it two years down the road if she doesn't turn out to need it until she's actually in REAL kindergarten!). I don't know that I've ever seen a 3/4 yr old preschool class referred to as "Kindergarten 3/4" until I read her class assignment letter. There just is no consistency between the online parent handbook and the stuff they sent home. Which tells me that in this regard, I should feel right at home, since the public schools I've taught in seem to contradict themselves on an almost daily basis. LOL. I would guess that they send the same stuff home to everybody, never mind how confusing it may be for parents only with children in there preschool. There probably are preschoolers with sibs in older grades, so you might be in a small minority. This reminds me of the supplies lists that get sent to parents in late August. Big jam at the Kmart! I guess once we get past the 4th of July (another thing in the packet says the school office is closed this week-and since the school is closed for the summer, I imagine there's not many people in the office at best) I'll call the school unless I can dig up a parent, and most of the families I know have their kids in public school (and were in a whole variety of preschool options when the kids were little) or have preschoolers themselves. Yep, just call and make sure. Banty |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
Donna Metler wrote:
I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! I would check with the school. I really dislike dress codes/uniforms for preschoolers that are prissier than what I (age 54) had to deal with in high school, but so it goes. Clisby |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
On Fri, 27 Jun 2008 21:47:38 -0500, "Donna Metler"
wrote: I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! Why don't you call the school directly or talk to other parents? JennP. |
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Preschool in a school with uniforms-trying to figure things out.
"Donna Metler" wrote in message . .. I'm really hoping someone has some experience with this. My experience with private schools is solely limited to Carnegie Mellon, which isn't quite the same thing. My DD will be in pre-K at a private school next year. The website states that uniforms are required K-8, and the pre- K class page mentions that pre-K children should wear clothes they can manage easily which are "appropriate for play"-which, to me, seems to say that uniforms aren't required for pre-K. However, I got her back to school packet today, which, along with a class-specific supply list gave a uniform sheet, and listed the class as "K3/4"-so now I'm wondering if uniforms ARE required for preschoolers, but you're supposed to pick items that your child can manage on their own? And, if they're not, would things like "hems on shorts and skirts must touch the knee" apply to the preschoolers? I don't think my DD HAS a single pair of shorts that comes anywhere close to her knee, nor do most of her skirts. We have parent night in August, but that's less than a week before the start of school in the fall, and I'd like to get shopping done before the last minute. I'm SO confused! Round here (in UK) you'd often get a preschool (connected with a school) wearing just the sweatshirt of the preschool over ordinary clothes. Often this is not compulsory, but in some preschools most of the children will have this. Some preschools will have the same uniform as the school. However, if it is like the standard uniform round in UK (ie shirt/blouse/t-shirt with collar with shorts/trouser/skirt/pinafore and cardy or sweatshirt with the schoo logo on) then you can pick easier or harder uniform to dress them in. eg. pinafore with a zip rather than button front, elasticated trousers rather than zip and button, shoes with velcro rather than laces or buckles etc. Debbie |
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