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Preschool newsletter week of November 8, 2026

Posted Date: 11/13/26 (02:35 PM)

EHT Preschool

Week of November 8, 2026

A graphic celebrating National Veterans and Military Family Month with American flags on the sides and an eagle background.

Thank you Veterans

Ms. Paige and Ms. Danielle’s students had a special opportunity to welcome a very special visitor in honor of Veterans Day! The children also got creative by making beautiful Veterans Day pictures to show their appreciation and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. A wonderful way to learn about honoring our heroes and expressing gratitude for their service! 🇺🇸❤️
A group of young children and an older man stand together in a classroom, posing in front of a digital screen showing historical military photos.
Four children sit at a wooden table in a classroom, coloring activity sheets that say 'Thank You For Your Service!'
Four children sit at a wooden classroom table, coloring "Thank You for Your Service!" activity sheets.
An elderly man sits in a classroom, showing an old framed photograph to a group of attentive children sitting on a colorful alphabet rug.
Ms. Schettig’s students created heartfelt thank-you cards for our veterans in honor of Veterans Day. These special cards will be delivered to a local nursing home to bring smiles, brighten the day, and show appreciation to the veterans for their service and sacrifice. What a wonderful way for our little learners to spread kindness and gratitude!
A young child in a white shirt holds up a red poster with the message "We love our Veterans!" in a brightly lit classroom.
Two young girls proudly show off their handmade arts and crafts projects at a table.
Two smiling children proudly display their artwork in a classroom setting.
Ms. Brittny, Ms. Kelly, and Ms. Andrea's celebrated Veteran's 
Day by creating red poppy flowers. We learned that poppies are a special symbol of remembrance and a way to honor those who have served.  Happy Veteran's Day!
A group of young students poses in front of a blue bulletin board decorated with paper poppy art and a sign that reads "Thank You Veterans."
Miss Jenni and Miss Jen's class celebrated Veterans Day Wednesday with guest appearances from Sargeant James Ingersoll from the Air National Guard and Stephen Hazzard who was a pilot with the United States Air Force. We are thankful for their service to our country. 
A group of adults and children pose for a sunny outdoor photo in front of green trees.
A small table covered in a bright blue tablecloth holds a platter of pastries, red plates, blue cups, and a bottle of lemonade.
A guest speaker in a military-style jacket sits on a chair, talking to a group of young children sitting on an alphabet rug in a classroom.
A smiling adult kneels beside a young child wearing a large military helmet and tactical vest in a colorful classroom.
A teacher sits in a chair facing a group of young children gathered on a colorful classroom rug.
A graphic features the text 'GRATEFUL EAGLES GIVING HEARTS' over a fall landscape with hills, trees, and a small house.
A graphic celebrating Native American Heritage Month in November 2026, framed by colorful geometric patterns on a dark teal background.
A blue banner with clouds reads 'Egg Harbor Township Celebrates World Kindness Day, November 13, 2026', featuring a globe with a heart and holding hands figures.

Principal:

Dear Preschool Families,

I hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing Fall Break. I hope you enjoyed some well-deserved time away from school and had a chance to adjust to the time change. Mother Nature certainly blessed us with some beautiful weather—perfect for getting outside, making special memories, and enjoying the vibrant colors of fall as the season begins to wind down.

Our students enjoyed a special month filled with excitement, exploration, and learning. We kicked off the week with themed days in celebration of Kindness Week, adding a little extra fun to each day while reinforcing the importance of being kind to ourselves and others. It was a wonderful opportunity for our preschoolers to practice kindness, friendship, and caring for those around them.

Throughout the month, students continued to enjoy exploring our Tree Study, discovering more about trees and the many animals that call them home. Many classes participated in scavenger hunts, collecting items from trees and using magnifying glasses to take a closer look at their discoveries. These engaging, hands-on experiences sparked curiosity, encouraged careful observation, and provided wonderful opportunities for exploration as our little learners embraced their inner scientists!

A heartfelt thank you to all the veterans in our community for your service, dedication, and the sacrifices you have made for our country. In honor of Veterans Day, our preschool classes created beautiful murals and welcomed special guest readers who helped bring the spirit of gratitude and appreciation into our classrooms. We are grateful for the opportunity to teach our youngest learners the importance of honoring those who have served.

Picture Make-Up Day Reminders
Please mark your calendars for the following picture make-up dates:
  • Bargaintown Preschool: Thursday, November 19
  • Slaybaugh Primary Preschool: Tuesday, December 1

As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if you need assistance or have any questions. Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and for sharing your wonderful children with us each day. It is a privilege to watch them learn, grow, and discover the world around them!

Warm regards,
Joe Marinelli
Principal

Student Achievement

Fall Fun in PreK
The students in Mrs. Milstead and Ms. Sost's class sre enjoying fall activities 
Pretending to pick apples from our class tree
painting leaves to magically reveal letters or numbers 
working together to make leaves
Three children sit at a blue table in a classroom, painting leaf outlines with watercolors.
A young child in a pink shirt focuses intently while painting a leaf worksheet at a blue table.
Young children sit around a table in a brightly lit classroom, working on a colorful paper collage art project.
A young child in a classroom plays with colorful balls attached to a large green wall display.
A young child points at colorful ball decorations on a large green tree display in a classroom.

Family and Community Partnership

A Thanksgiving sign-up flyer for EHT Preschool Parents Club bake-off with QR codes for different schools.
A colorful, rock-and-roll-themed newsletter for the EHT Preschool Parents Club for November 2026.
A Little Caesars pizza kit fundraiser flyer for EHT Preschool Parents Club, running from October 13 to November 14, 2026, featuring pizzas, bread, and cookies.
Poster for the Egg Harbor Township Education Foundation, promoting two fundraising opportunities: a World Cup 2026 Raffle and 'The Magic of Giving' campaign.
A promotional poster for Tix For Good, offering a chance to win NFL or college season tickets for 2027-2028 by donating.
Promotional flyer for Tix for Good offering season tickets to a favorite NFL or college football team for a $25 donation.

Climate, Culture & S.O.A.R

An informational flyer stating that all preschool students must receive their flu shot by November 30, 2026.
A colorful graphic with a green T-Rex wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket, playing a red electric guitar.

Slaybaugh Primary & Bargaintown Pre-K Calendar

A November 2026 school calendar decorated with cartoon turkeys, pumpkins, and autumn leaves.
The 2026-2027 school calendar for Egg Harbor Township School District, showing monthly breakdowns of school days, holidays, and staff professional development.
Egg Harbor Township School District 2026-2027 time chart showing bell schedules for regular, half, and delayed opening days.
 
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/