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Preschool newsletter week of April 12, 2026

Posted Date: 04/17/26 (02:36 PM)
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EHT Preschool

Week of April 12, 2026

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

Principal:

Dear Preschool Families,

I hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing Spring Recess! It was a joy to welcome our students back on Monday—they certainly jumped right into a busy and exciting week.

With spring in full bloom, many of our classrooms have been buzzing with outdoor learning activities, from exploring insects to learning about gardening. These timely topics paired perfectly with Earth Day around the corner. Our young learners enjoyed discovering how they can help care for our planet, and they put their new knowledge to good use by planting seeds to grow grass, flowers, and vegetables. It has been inspiring to see their enthusiasm and curiosity blossom right alongside their gardens.

On April 20, we officially kick off the Bargaintown Spring Book Fair—a great opportunity to pick out a special book and share the love of reading with your child. Slaybaugh Primary’s Book Fair will take place May 11–15, 2026.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Joe Marinelli
Principal
A flyer announces the "Spring Into Reading" Scholastic Book Fair at Bargaintown Preschool, April 20th-24th.

Student Achievement

A Deep Dive Into Discovery!

Our preschool explorers had an unforgettable adventure at the Atlantic City Aquarium! From the moment we arrived at the Aquarium, the children were mesmerized by the vibrant marine life.
Children and adults observe marine life in a shallow touch tank at an aquarium.
Children and adults observe a touch pool at an aquarium, with blue lighting overhead.
A woman in a lab coat points to a large sea turtle swimming in an aquarium.
A diverse group of children and adults lean over a shallow pool, observing marine life.
Two young children observe horseshoe crabs in a shallow aquarium tank.
Three children observe a turtle in a large aquarium tank.
Children observe a stingray swimming in a shallow aquarium tank.
A group of children pose for a photo in front of a large turtle sculpture and a weathered house.
Two horseshoe crabs rest on a sandy substrate within an exhibit.
Several small sharks with spotted patterns swim in a shallow tank with blue lighting.

Insect Adventures Begin!

We're excited to kick off our insect study! The students crafted colorful bumble bees and ladybugs to brighten up our classroom and spark curiosity about these amazing creatures.
A young child is focused on creating a craft project with a red paper plate and black circles.
A young child is focused on creating a craft project with a paper plate, yellow paint, and black paper.
A young boy in a Sesame Street shirt crafts a bee on a yellow-painted plate with black paper strips.
A young boy in a white t-shirt with a Mickey Mouse design is crafting a yellow paper plate with googly eyes.
A young boy is focused on crafting a yellow paper plate project with googly eyes and black paper strips.
A young girl is focused on creating a craft project at a wooden table.
A young girl with braided pigtails is focused on creating a ladybug craft at a table.

Nature’s Classroom

Ms. Garman and Ms. Claudia's class began their plants study this week with a fun nature walk. They took a walk outdoors at the high school and collected dandelions to add to their cardboard vases. They had so much fun comparing the different stem lengths, and can't wait for their next adventure!
A group of diverse children stand in a line outdoors, holding books.
Children gather on a grassy area near a brick building, engaged in an outdoor activity.
Children are playing an outdoor game with a cardboard target and small yellow objects scattered on the grass.
A young boy in a green shirt crouches in the grass, placing yellow dandelions onto a piece of cardboard with colorful circles.
A young girl smiles while holding a drawing of a vase with yellow flowers, possibly dandelions.
Three children proudly display their colorful artwork, including a cupcake, a rainbow, and flowers.
Three children stand near a brick wall, interacting with a small object.

Climate, Culture & S.O.A.R

Supporting Autism Awareness

Miss W’s friends enjoyed blowing bubbles together at our Bubble for Autism event.
Children blow bubbles on a playground structure with blue railings and a tan canopy.
Children in colorful jackets blow bubbles outdoors on a cloudy day.
Two young girls are playing with bubble wands on a blue playground surface.
A group of young children stand in a line outdoors, holding bubble wands and looking towards the camera.
A young girl with a bright smile blows bubbles with a wand, surrounded by colorful spheres.
 

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.
A grey t-shirt features a colorful graphic of a train with the text 'ALL ABOARD THE PRESCHOOL TRAIN! SOAR-ing with KINDNESS!'.


Slaybaugh Primary & Bargaintown Pre-K Calendar

April calendar with school events, including spring break, field trips, and book fair.

Community Pride

Poster for the Egg Harbor Township Education Foundation, featuring two fundraising opportunities: a World Cup 2026 Raffle and a 'Magic of Giving' campaign.
Poster for a 'Transition to Kindergarten Parent Meeting' on June 11, 2026, at Slaybaugh Primary.
AtlantiCare Behavioral Health Employee Assistance Program March 2026 EAP Wellness Newsletter with spring-themed illustrations.
A flyer titled 'Mental Health "Spring Cleaning"' offers strategies for refreshing wellness habits.
EHT Soccer advertisement featuring a cartoon girl kicking a soccer ball, promoting a REC soccer program for ages U5 to U7.

Backpack Connection

A document titled 'How to Help Your Child Transition Smoothly Between Places and Activities' with a backpack graphic.
A brochure titled 'How to Help Your Child Transition Smoothly Between Places and Activities' with illustrations of a backpack and a pyramid.
2025-2026 school calendar for Egg Harbor Township School District showing holidays and school closures.
 
A school district time chart lists arrival and dismissal times for various schools.
A stylized eagle logo with the letters EHT and the word PRESCHOOL.
 

Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • Bargaintown School (609) 926-1061, x6801
  • Slaybaugh Primary (609) 927-8222, x1201
  • email: ehtsd@eht.k12.nj.us
  • website: sl.eht.k12.nj.us/