Preschool newsletter week of May 17, 2026

Posted Date: 05/22/26 (01:04 PM)

EHT Preschool

Week of May 17, 2026

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

Principal:

Dear Preschool Families,

As we approach Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial start of summer, it is amazing to see how quickly this school year has passed. It feels like just yesterday we were welcoming your children into our classrooms, and now we are preparing to celebrate the many wonderful memories and accomplishments made throughout the year.

Memorial Day is also a time to pause and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We extend our gratitude and remembrance to all who have been impacted by their sacrifice.

Preschool registration for the 2026–2027 school year remains open. If you or someone you know is interested in enrolling, please visit our district website at www.eht.k12.nj.us and click on the registration banner for more information.

We are also excited to invite families to our Kindergarten Transition Parent Workshop on June 11th at 5:30 PM at Slaybaugh Primary School. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about the transition to Kindergarten and what families can expect in the coming year. Please see the flyer below for additional details.

With only 24 school days remaining, we are looking forward to several fun and meaningful end-of-year activities with our students. Our PreK Fun Days are quickly approaching:

June 4th: Bargaintown and PreK H.S. students will participate in Fun Day activities on the Slaybaugh fields.
June 5th: Slaybaugh Primary students will enjoy their Fun Day activities.

These special days are always filled with smiles, laughter, and great memories for our students and staff.

End-of-year celebrations will take place on one of the following dates: June 16th, 17th, 18th, or 19th. Your child’s teacher will share additional information as the dates approach.

As we prepare for these celebrations, we kindly ask families to view them as a chance to recognize and celebrate the children’s growth, learning, and accomplishments throughout the year. Since many of our students will continue with us next year while others move on to Kindergarten, we ask that families please refrain from bringing graduation-style items such as caps, gowns, or graduation-themed decorations. We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us keep the focus on celebrating every child’s unique preschool journey.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. It has been a wonderful year, and we look forward to making the final weeks together both meaningful and memorable.

Sincerely,

Joe Marinelli

Principal

Children ages 0-3 years old....

Calling Families with Children Ages 0–3!

Through the LIFT Grant, the EHT School District is offering FREE early literacy resources specifically for children from birth to age 3 who are not yet enrolled in preschool. Families will receive tools and support to help build strong language, reading, and learning skills right from the start. Scan the QR code to register and learn more!

Poster for the Early Literacy Program with text and graphics.

Student Achievement

Honoring Heroes, Celebrating Freedom

Ms. Brittny and Ms. Andrea's class wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day with stars, stripes, and grateful hearts!

A group of young children proudly display handmade American flag crafts with blue handprints.

Honoring Memorial Day Through Art and Creativity

Ms. Paige and Ms. Danielle’s students joyfully created and assembled colorful flags to celebrate Memorial Day, showing their creativity and care in a special classroom project.

Four children are engaged in a craft activity, gluing red strips onto white paper at wooden tables.

Children in a classroom hold up patriotic crafts featuring handprints and the words 'Land of the free, because of the BRAVE'.

Four children are engaged in a craft activity, placing red strips onto white paper at wooden tables.

Children are engaged in a craft activity, arranging red paper strips on white paper at tables.

Discovering How Plants Drink!

Ms. Jenn & Ms. Brooke’s class explored how plants need water to grow by doing a fun celery experiment with colored water! We connected this activity to the seeds we planted and observed how plants “drink” water through their stems.

Two teachers engage a group of young children sitting on a colorful alphabet rug in a classroom.

A teacher guides young children in a classroom activity with water and plants.

A teacher guides young children in a science experiment with celery and colored water.

Children and an adult sit on a colorful classroom rug, engaged in a craft activity with celery and scissors.

Children and an adult sit on a colorful carpet, engaged in a hands-on activity with celery and colored water.

A young boy in a grey t-shirt with a train graphic is carefully peeling a celery stalk at a wooden table.

A teacher and young children sit on a colorful rug, engaged in a science experiment with liquids and celery.

Exploring the Fascinating World of Insects

Today was an exciting day at Bargaintown Pre-School as we welcomed two very special guests. One of them was an entomologist, who captivated the children with fascinating facts and stories about bugs.

Adults lead a group of young children sitting on the floor in a classroom setting.

A collection of pinned insects and a dried plant specimen are displayed in a white foam-lined box.

A group of children and adults are sitting on the floor, attentively watching something.

A young person in a green t-shirt and black pants carefully holds a small object in their hands.

A person holds a large, pale green Luna moth with delicate wings on their open palm.

Appreciation and Togetherness

The students in Ms. Casey and Ms. Jenna’s class recently hosted a belated Mother’s Day Tea to honor the incredible mothers and caregivers in our community. The classroom was filled with laughter, treats, and special moments as students expressed their appreciation. Thank you to everyone who joined us in making this event so memorable!

A festive table is set with pastries, muffins, and fruit salad under a 'Happy Mother's Day' banner.

A Mother's Day celebration with a table laden with pastries, fruit, and drinks, featuring a 'Happy Mother's Day' banner.

Adults and children gather around a decorated table in a classroom setting.

Adults and children gather around a table for a craft activity, with colorful butterfly artwork on the wall.

Tiny Feet, Big Discoveries!

Our preschool students enjoyed a wonderful field trip to the Wetlands Museum! The children explored the beautiful marshlands, observed nature up close, and learned about the plants and animals that call the wetlands home. It was a fun-filled day of discovery, fresh air, and hands-on learning that sparked curiosity and excitement in our young explorers.

A group of people walk on a sandy path through a marshy landscape under a clear blue sky.

Panoramic view of a coastal marshland under a clear blue sky, with buildings and solar panels in the foreground.

Climate, Culture & S.O.A.R

Inspiring Action for a Greener Future!

MS. Jenn and MS. Brooke’s class would like to thank Madelyn’s grandma, Ms. Donna, for reading a recycling book to our class to help prepare us for our trip to the ACUA. She also helped us plant flowers in recycled bottles!

A diverse group of young children and an adult sit on a colorful alphabet rug in a classroom, each holding a small potted plant.

A teacher reads a book to children in a classroom, with artwork and educational charts on the wall.

Children in a classroom hold up homemade bubble wands made from plastic bottles.

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.