Preschool newsletter week of March 1, 2026

Posted Date: 03/06/26 (03:19 PM)

EHT Preschool

Week of March 1, 2026

A colorful train illustration with the words 'All Aboard The Preschool Train!'

Principal:

Dear Preschool Families,

What an exciting week we've had! This first week of March was filled with so much joy as we celebrated Read Across America Week. Our focus was on fostering a love of reading, and it was heartwarming to see our students so engaged during our special themed days and while listening to our wonderful guest readers.

A huge thank you to all of the special guests who rearranged their schedules to join us and read to the children. Your participation truly made the week memorable!

It was also an honor for me to read to the students. There is nothing quite like watching their faces light up as stories come to life. Their excitement and enthusiasm were infectious, and it served as a beautiful reminder of how important it is to nurture a love of books and learning at such a young age.

It was especially meaningful that we came together this past Wednesday, March 4, to wear orange in support of inclusion and respect for everyone. Thank you for your continued support in helping us reinforce these important values with our students.

As we look ahead, I want to remind everyone that Preschool lottery registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year. Lottery applications are being accepted until April 1, 2026. If you have a child who will be eligible, be sure to visit the district's website at www.eht.k12.nj.us to submit your application. If your child is attending our preschool program this year, you do not need to register for next school year.

A couple of other important reminders:

Our Preschool Program Spring Dance will be held on Friday, March 20. Please see the flyer below for additional details.

Our Spring Classroom Parties are just around the corner on Friday, March 27. An email with all of the details was sent last week, and a copy of the letter is included below for your reference. Please note that there is one letter for Bargaintown School and a separate letter for Slaybaugh Primary School.

Room Parents are welcome to arrive 30 minutes early to assist with set-up; however, please be sure to coordinate with the classroom teacher in advance. A few friendly reminders for parents who were selected to help with the classroom parties:

For safety and security, please enter and exit the building only through the main entrance.
No siblings, children under the age of 18, or additional family members may attend.
Please adhere to the allergy-safe snack list provided below.
Treat bags should contain non-food items only. Due to the young age of our students, it is safest to keep treat bags free of food or candy items.

Thank you for your continued support, and have a wonderful weekend!

Warmly,

Joe Marinelli

Principal

A letter from Egg Harbor Township Slaybaugh & Bargaintown Preschool dated February 27, 2026, regarding Spring parties.

Letter from Egg Harbor Township Slaybaugh & Bargaintown Preschool regarding Spring parties.

Egg Harbor Township Slaybaugh & Bargaintown Preschool document listing approved classroom snacks for the 2025/26 school year.

A document from Egg Harbor Township Slaybaugh & Bargaintown Preschool lists approved snacks and treats for classroom celebrations, emphasizing peanut and tree nut-free options.

Student Achievement

"A Week of Reading Adventures"

We are kicking off Read Across America Week with a variety of fun activities and visitors! On Tuesday, we had Ms. Tiff and Marty, the therapy dog, come and read "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish" to Ms. Garman, Ms. Claudia, Ms. Bernadette, and Ms. T's class.

A woman dressed as Thing 2 reads a book to a German Shepherd wearing a red bow in a classroom.

A group of young children and a dog sit on a colorful rug in a classroom, listening to a story.

A teacher reads a book to a group of children and a dog in a classroom with an alphabet rug.

A person dressed as Thing 2 reads a book to a German Shepherd wearing a red bow tie in a classroom.

A teacher dressed as Thing 2 reads a book to children and a German Shepherd in a classroom.

A teacher in a red "Thing 2" shirt sits with a group of diverse children and a dog on a colorful classroom rug.

Celebrating Reading, Community Guests, and Pet Discoveries

This week, Ms. Jenn & Ms. Brooke’s friends celebrated Dr. Seuss Week with special guest readers. A big thank you to Ms. Felicia (Liyana’s mom), Mr. Mike, Ms. Brittany, and Ms. Yessenia for taking the time to read to our class. We also celebrated the end of our Pets Study and had fun decorating homes for our desk pets!

Four young children sit on a colorful rug, each holding a small toy.

Three young boys sit on a classroom floor, each holding a small, colorful snow globe.

Three young children sit on a colorful classroom rug, each holding a small, decorated object.

Four children sit on a colorful rug in a classroom, each holding a small snow globe.

Children and an adult sit on a colorful alphabet rug, opening small toy packages.

Children and adults sit on a blue rug in a classroom, engaged in a hands-on activity with small toys.

A woman and a young girl smile while holding a Dr. Seuss book in a classroom.

Five young children sit at a classroom table, smiling and making peace signs.

Four young children sit at a table in a classroom, engaged in an activity.

Children sit at a table in a classroom, some smiling at the camera.

A teacher reads a book to young children sitting on a colorful rug in a classroom.

A teacher reads a book to a group of young children sitting on a colorful alphabet rug in a classroom.

Fun With Reading and Yummy Green Eggs!

Ms. Brittny and Ms. Andrea’s class enjoyed Read Across America Week. We had several guest readers and made Green Eggs and Ham. We took a tally, and the results are in. 9 classmates said they were egg-cellent!

A classroom chart titled 'Did you like green eggs and ham?' with 'Yes' and 'No' columns.

A young girl gives a thumbs up while eating a green cupcake in a classroom.

A young girl in a green shirt carefully decorates a cookie with green frosting from a piping bag.

A plate with a deviled egg and a rolled slice of ham sits in front of the book 'Green Eggs and Ham' by Dr. Seuss.

A young girl in a pink jacket adds green coloring to a bowl of light green mixture.

A young girl holds a jar of mayonnaise while assisting with food preparation at a table.

Mixing Colors and Stories!

Mrs. Abrams' classes enjoyed a fun week for Read Across America week. We ended with a fun color mixing craft!

Children are engaged in a craft activity, gluing red and white paper strips with letters on a table.

A young girl with purple paint on her hands smiles in a classroom, showing off her artwork.

A young girl with purple paint on her hands smiles at the camera in a classroom.

Celebrating Creativity and Companionship

Ms. Alzate's class hosted a "Pet Adoption Day." Our students were able to pick a "pet stuffie" to adopt, coinciding with our current pet study. They also made collars for their pets using beads and pipe cleaners to help identify them. A few parents were able to join us and celebrate such a fun, memorable afternoon together!

Children and adults gather in a classroom for a 'Pet Adoption Party' event.

Two teachers and a group of young students pose for a photo in a classroom decorated with alphabet charts and artwork.

Children at a table hold plush toys, participating in a classroom activity.

Children and adults gather around a classroom table for an activity, with stuffed animals and plates on the table.

Children and adults gather around a table in a classroom, engaged in a craft activity with colorful beads.

"An Adventurous Pet Scavenger Hunt"

Ms. Jenn Appiah and Ms. Brooke’s class went on an exciting pet scavenger hunt around the school. The children eagerly searched for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, and birds, hidden in various locations. As they found each pet, they enthusiastically checked it off their lists and shared their discoveries with friends and teachers. The activity encouraged teamwork, observation skills, and a sense of adventure among the students.

Children stand in a line in front of a colorful mural of wings.

A line of young children walks down a school hallway, supervised by adults.

A young boy holds up a card with a drawing of two turtles, smiling.

A young child in a striped shirt and corduroy pants holds a turtle sticker and a pencil in a school hallway.

A young boy with dark hair stands in a school hallway, holding a pencil and a small sticker of a green creature.

A young girl with brown hair flowing runs down a hallway, wearing a gray dress with a Hello Kitty pattern.

A young girl in a pink shirt and purple pants holds a small object and looks towards the camera in a school hallway.

A young girl in a pink shirt and orange pants smiles while holding a crayon with a sticker.

A young boy in a Sonic the Hedgehog sweatshirt marks a scavenger hunt list on a classroom wall.

Two young girls stand by a corner wall, looking at something in one of their hands.

Climate, Culture & S.O.A.R

Smiles and Sunshine

We love being outdoors! Sunshine after the rain makes our smiles shine even brighter!

A group of diverse children wave enthusiastically from a playground slide.

Adventures at an Aquarium!

Students from Bargaintown Pre-School enjoyed an exciting visit to the Atlantic City Aquarium! They explored fascinating sea creatures, watched colorful fish swim by, and even touched some friendly marine animals. The students learned about ocean life while having a fun, hands-on experience that made science come alive.

A diverse group of children stand together in front of a large turtle and fish sculpture outside the Atlantic City Aquarium.

Four children stand in front of a large aquarium, looking at fish and coral.

Two young boys give a thumbs up in front of a dimly lit aquarium tank.

A smiling child stands in front of a large aquarium tank with sea turtles swimming inside.

Two young boys observe horseshoe crabs in a shallow tank at an aquarium.

A family observes a stingray swimming in a shallow aquarium tank.

A young girl in a pink Barbie pajama set gently touches horseshoe crabs in a shallow tank.

Children and adults gather around a shallow pool, reaching out to touch a stingray.

A young child leans over an aquarium tank, observing sharks swimming below.

A sea turtle swims gracefully in a large aquarium with rocky decorations.

A person holds a horseshoe crab while a child watches in an aquarium exhibit.

"A Young Leader with Big Dreams."

Ana Medjina Zime was our pledge leader on 3/3/26 at Slaybaugh Primary. Ana Medjina is in Cori White's Class and aspires to be a Ballerina when she grows up.

A woman and a young girl stand together in an office setting, both smiling.

Reading Fun!

Bargaintown Pre-School celebrated Read Across America Week with special guest readers, stories, and excitement for books.

A teacher reads 'Wacky Wednesday' by Dr. Seuss to a group of diverse young children in a classroom.

A group of diverse children and a teacher pose for a photo in a classroom with a "Wacky Wednesday" display.

A teacher and a diverse group of young children are gathered in a classroom, smiling at the camera.

Building Connections Through Shared Stories

Mrs. Webster's 2nd-grade class visited Ms. Stef and Ms. Lisa's Pre-K class at Slaybaugh Primary to read with us and make new friends.

A young girl reads a book aloud to a younger child sitting on a wooden chair.

Three young girls sit on a colorful alphabet rug, engrossed in reading books.

Two young girls sit on a colorful alphabet rug, one reading a book titled 'Sofia Martinez'.

Two young boys engage in a discussion while sitting on the floor in a classroom.

Children gather on a colorful rug in a classroom, some reading books and others interacting.

Three young girls sit on a colorful rug, engrossed in reading books.

Wings - Pride

Save The Date

Pre-School Spring Dance

Flyer for Egg Harbor Township Preschool Program's Spring Dance on Friday, March 20th, 6-8 PM at EHT High School Cafeteria.

School Shirt for Mondays

We encourage all students and staff to wear their school shirts every Monday to start the week strong with preschool spirit! Let’s fill the hallways with excitement, connection, and community.