SECPTA JANUARY Newsletter 2016

The Solon Early Childhood
PTA Newsletter: www.secpta.net
The Solon Early Childhood PTA is a unit of the Ohio Parent Teacher Association (PTA), organized for the parents of preschool
age children (birth-5) regardless of what school the child will attend. Expectant parents are also welcome.
We always welcome new members from Solon and the surrounding communities. If you are the parent of a preschool age
child or infant, weREMINDER!!
have something for you!
MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP REMINDER
Membership runs from July 2015 to June 2016. Renew your membership today to continue sharing in the fun!
Have questions? Please e-mail us at membership@secpta.net.
SAVE THE DATE FOR SECPTA’S FUNDRAISER
SHAMROCKS AND SHENANIGANS
Saturday, March 5th – Details on page 12
Notes from the SECPTA President:
Wow, January already? The school year is really flying and so much is happening that I’d like to highlight a few
items. I hope you were able to see the great article on SECPTA in the Solon Times last month. Please spread the
word about all the wonderful things SECPTA offers families with young children. Especially in these winter months,
finding activities as well as others going through the same things you are can really help. Speaking of activities,
why don’t you join us at an adult outing or field trip this month? Lots of weekend events as well as our Valentine’s
Party and then our fundraiser on March 5th. This is how we raise the majority of our money to offer free parties
and activities not to mention all the heavily subsidized field trips. Come join us at a really FUN night out! This year
we are trying something different and it is at the Winking Lizard Party Center. Also there are lots of team events
going on. Service and Cooking Club and Parties are all supporting the Ronald McDonald House and Fitness and
Adult Outings are offering a dance class… lots of opportunities to get involved. Hope to see you all at a SECPTA
event soon!
Rebecca
president@secpta.net
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
General Meetings
Adult Outings
Coffee Club
Cooking Club
Children’s Parties
Fitness
Service
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Playgroups
Fundraiser
Field Trips
Membership Form
Fundraising Form
Field Trip Sign-Up Sheet
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Join SECPTA in Supporting
The Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland
There are so many ways to get involved!
1. Save the pull tabs off the top of aluminum cans
2. Donate those old free cosmetic bags collecting in your closet
3. Sign up to donate a food item for the House Pantry or an item to help prepare a meal at
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0845a8a923a02-ronald
4. Sign up to prepare and serve dinner on February 28th for the Guests of the Ronald
McDonald House
*Sign up through Emily at cookingclub@secpta.net*
5. COME MEET Ronald McDonald HIMSELF at the VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY!! We will also
have fun crafts for the kids to do that we will send to the Ronald McDonald House to
brighten the children’s days! The Party will be February 13th from 3:00 – 5:00 pm at
Parkside Elementary School Gymnasium.
RSVP for the party at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e48a8af2fa3fb6-valentines
All donations can be turned in at the General Meetings on January 26th and February 23rd
or at the Valentine’s Day Party on February 13th.
See the Service Section of the newsletter on pages 9 and 10 for more information.
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SECPTA GENERAL MEETINGS
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Start the year off right and attend a SECPTA General Meeting! SECPTA
general meetings are held once each month and are a place to socialize, build community, learn
something, and meet new people. The meetings are open to the public, free of charge, and do not
require an RSVP. Complimentary child care and refreshments are offered at every meeting. If you
have any questions, please feel free to e-mail us, otherwise we're looking forward to getting to
know you at one of our general meetings!
Tara M, VP of Programs and Judy N, Chair of Programs
programs@secpta.net
January General Meeting
New Year, New Healthy Habits!
with Christine Hales
Tuesday, January 26th at 6:15 pm
Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Pkwy
Start the New Year off on a positive note by learning how to incorporate some healthy habits
into your daily life. Come hear Christine Hales, a certified ACE Health Coach, Personal Trainer,
and Group Fitness Instructor, tell you how. Now is the perfect time to take charge of your health
and commit to making some changes--and it’s so easy to do! Learn how implementing even
small actions can benefit your health in a big, long-lasting way. Learn ways to start—and stick
with-- an exercise program and how the nutrition choices you make can be most beneficial to
your health. Make a commitment to your health, and start the New Year off right!
Schedule:
6:15 pm
6:45 pm
8:00 pm
Arrival, sign-ups, dinner
Business meeting followed by speaker Christine Hales
Meeting adjourns
All general meetings include complimentary child care in a room immediately adjacent
to the meeting, as well as pizza and drinks to enjoy.
SAVE THE DATE!
February General Meeting
Tuesday, February 23rd at 6:15 pm
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SAVE THE DATE
ADULT OUTINGS of FEBRUARY
Adult Outings is combining forces with Fitness on Friday, February 12th! We are offering a
fun evening for the Couples with a Ballroom Dancing Class at the Whym Dance Studio of
Solon! We plan to laugh really hard at ourselves
for doing something different on a Friday night!
It’ll be a fun way to spend a couple hours away
from the bedtime routine and afterwards we can
go out for dessert and drinks at a local
establishment to extend the fun! Start time is 7:00 pm and the cost is
$10/couple due at sign-up. Space is unlimited to sign up today!!
The Whym Dance Studio is located at 32901 Station Street, Suite 112, Solon
On Friday, February 19th, the DADS of SECPTA will be having a Poker Night! The play will start promptly at
7:00 pm, and it will last until the last chip is won (or whenever you’re told to be home). The buy-in will be determined
from the number of Dads participating and the game of choice is Texas Hold’Em. Dads
are to bring their own beverages while SECPTA will provide all the munchies. After all,
you can’t make good card decisions on an empty stomach. This will definitely be a fun
time and directions will be e-mailed to those who sign up as well as specifics on the
evening. So freshen up on your poker skills and meet other Dads of SECPTA! You’ll be
glad you partook in this one!
On Sunday, February 21st, the MOMS of SECPTA will be going to the movies! The matinee show time will
tentatively start between 2:00 and 3:00 pm. Afterwards, we will
saunter over to Senorita Bonitas with appetizers or dessert being
provided by SECPTA. Sign up for a wonderful reason to take an
afternoon away from the usual “Mommy” tasks…
Sign up for these outings at the General Meeting or RSVP after the meeting at adultoutings@secpta.net.
…AND DON’T FORGET THESE JANUARY ADULT OUTINGS:
On Saturday, January 23rd, the Couples of SECPTA are going Tobogganing!
Tobogganing
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SECPTA’S COFFEE CLUB:
Looking for a great morning activity with the kids?
Coffee Club is a completely free way for you to enjoy socializing for
a couple hours with other parents while your children run around and make
some new friends!!
Coffee Club meets monthly at different member’s homes. Our next meeting
will take place on Thursday, February 11th from 9:30 – 11:30 am at Judy’s house
in Solon. Wear your festive red and pink and your child can make a Valentine’s
Day craft for a special someone!!
To RSVP, please e-mail your name and your children's names and ages to
Danielle at coffeeclub@secpta.net.
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THE COOKING CLUB
On February 28th, Cooking Club will be preparing and serving a meal at the Ronald
McDonald House of Cleveland for families whose children are receiving medical treatment
at local hospitals. After a long day at the hospital, families staying at the Ronald McDonald
House always appreciate a hot meal. Food will be donated through SECPTA Service and
Children’s Parties. No more than 8 volunteers are needed. All volunteers must be 13 years
of age or older and must not have symptoms of illness. If we have an overwhelming
response, we can schedule an additional date in March. Please plan on arriving at 3:00 pm.
Serving will begin at 5:00 pm with clean up to follow. Please e-mail Emily at
cookingclub@secpta.net to participate.
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SECPTA VALENTINE’S
VALENTINE S DAY PARTY
February 13th from 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Parkside Elementary School Gymnasium
You will LOVE all that is in store for you at the Valentine’s Day Party! Dress in festive red,
white, and pink and join us for fun games, music, food, and the chance to meet Ronald
McDonald himself!!!
Don’t wait, RSVP now at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e48a8af2fa3fb6-valentines.
Look for more exciting party details in the February Newsletter!
In addition to dancing and games, the craft table will have special projects for you to do that
we can share with the kids at the Ronald McDonald House in Cleveland.
The Service Committee will also be collecting pop can tabs, toiletry bags, pantry
food items, and taking monetary donations for the Ronald McDonald House.
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FITNESS
Fit and Fabulous in 2016!
Mark your calendars now to make time for you! By popular request, SECPTA fitness classes will be held
twice a month from January-May. Join us for an amazing hour of cardio and strength in a fun and supportive
environment. Christine is great at teaching for all levels using different layers for each of the exercises, so
it is perfect for beginners through advanced. Sign-ups will take place each month at the General Meeting
for the following month. Payment is due at the time of sign-up. Standard 24 hour cancellation policy applies
to receive credit. For questions or to sign up after the meeting, e-mail fitness@secpta.net.
Cost: $5/class
Location: Pioneer Church (in the Gym), 35100 Solon Road, Solon
Dates: Saturdays at 9:00 – 10:00 am
January 9th and 23rd, February 13th and 27th, March 5th and 26th, April 9th and 30th, May 14th and 28th
SIGN UP NOW FOR LIFESTYLE CHALLENGE #2!
This challenge was created by Christine Hales, a SECPTA Alum, and certified personal trainer and health coach. It is
designed to encourage healthy lifestyle habits and includes exercise, nutrition, and well-being/emotional
components. The program can be done on your own and will provide you with the structure, support, and
accountability many of us need to stay on track to make healthy changes in our lives.
The Challenge will be led by Christine and includes the following:
--A fitness assessment at the beginning of the program plus final measurements upon completion of the
Challenge. Includes measurements of weight, body fat, BMI, and hip to waist measurements. Assessments are
optional, but encouraged.
--Setting individual SMART goals and establishing readiness to change behaviors
--2 to 3 meetings/workouts in a group setting
--6 trainer designed weekly workouts (progressive workouts with necessary modifications for the different levels)
--Weekly challenges with a nutrition, physical, and well-being/emotional component
--Private Facebook group for additional coaching, support, and accountability. In addition, informative health
articles and recipes will be shared.
--Answering individual questions that come up during the challenge/providing feedback, support, and assistance
with nutrition tracking
--Whole team of people supporting you every day!
The cost is $79 for the 6 week program.
If you are serious about making some changes in your life and are interested in participating, please e-mail
fitness@secpta.net. Anyone who did the last challenge will tell you it will change your life and how you feel every
day. It is a great way to kick start the new year!
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SERVICE
THANK YOU for Helping with AdoptAdopt-A-Family!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make Adopt-A-Family a success!! Thanks to the generosity of
our members, we were able to fill all three wish lists and make a huge difference for these families at the
holidays. Thank you!!
Donations of Baby and Maternity Items for Womankind
Are you wondering what to do with those baby and maternity items that you no longer need? Bring them to any
General Meeting from now through May or e-mail Mary at service@secpta.net to arrange a drop off.
Womankind Maternal and Prenatal Care Center provides much needed assistance to pregnant women in the greater
Cleveland area free of charge. Items to donate include: infant and toddler clothes (birth to 24 months), maternity
clothes, diapers, wipes, formula (Similac Advanced), strollers, Pack ‘n Plays, highchairs, and car seats (must meet all
current safety standards).
Join SECPTA in Supporting Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland
Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland is a "home away from home" for children whose families are receiving medical
treatment at local hospitals. There are several ways you can help support this organization:
-Donate food items for SECPTA members to use in preparing a meal for the families, as well as general items for
the kitchen pantry.
*see the Cooking Club section of the newsletter (page 6) for more information if you wish to get involved in preparing
and serving a meal*
Sign up to donate food items here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0845a8a923a02-ronald
-Save the pull-offs tabs on those aluminum cans!
Proceeds from recycling will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Kids can even
design their own collection cans! This is an easy, kid-friendly activity that will teach children
about the importance of helping others and make them feel like they themselves can make a
difference!
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SERVICE CONTINUED…
-Donate toiletry/cosmetic bags (the kind you get from free cosmetics gifts), which staff at the Ronald McDonald
House will fill with toiletry items for families.
All items will be collected at the January and February General Meetings as well as the Valentine's Day Party.
Project Night Night Events
Looking for a fun, easy way to get kids involved in helping others? Get a group of friends together at a time that is
convenient for you and create care packages that will positively impact the lives of homeless children!
Project Night-Night's Mission is to provide free Night-Night packages to homeless children from birth to pre-teen
who need childhood essentials to feel secure, cozy, ready to learn, and significant. Each package contains a new
security blanket, an age-appropriate children's book, and a stuffed animal. We will also include hand-made cards
that your kids can help craft.
It's easy!
-Get a group of friends together (or just your own family) and find a time that works for you.
-E-mail Mary at service@secpta.net and we'll set you up with everything you need!
-Each family is asked to supply a new book and a new stuffed animal. We'll supply instructions, fabric for making
blankets, and supplies for making cards.
-When you're finished simply return the care packages and we will deliver them for you!
Questions? E-mail Mary at service@secpta.net
SECPTA Playgroups
Update: There is now a SECPTA Playgroups Meet-up Facebook group. Request to join if you want to share or learn
about activities and invite or join other SECPTA families for some fun times together. This is open to all SECPTA
members.
Ideas for places to meet up:
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Libraries
Kid-friendly restaurants
Rec Centers for Preschool Open Gym (e.g. Brecksville, Solon, Streetsboro; drop-in fees may apply)
If you want to join an existing Playgroup (organized by kids’ ages and availability) or if you have any questions, contact
Lydia at playgroups@secpta.net.
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Classes for 3, 4, and 5-year olds
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Fully prepares students for kindergarten
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Nurturing environment enhances spiritual,
intellectual, social, emotional, and physical
growth in each child
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Christ-centered, hands-on, individualized,
developmentally appropriate curriculum
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Spacious, sunlit classrooms
7196 SOM Center Rd. Solon
440-248-4066
www.orlcsolon.org
Laurel Kusner, Director
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Welcome SECPTA Adventurers!
Access to fun, age-appropriate field trips is one of the many great
benefits that members of SECPTA are provided.
The 2015-2016 Field Trips Committee is hard at work planning
some fantastic outings and we hope that you will join us!
The members of the Field Trips Committee are:
Karolina Buckley
Amy Frackelton
Elizabeth Frey
Jamie Routman
Marie Soha
Tina Soric (chair)
Catherine Yates
Our committee's goal is to provide fun, kid-friendly activities and events to help keep you
and your family busy! Many of our trips are subsidized, so you can do things with your
family you've always wanted, but maybe found too costly. Other trips provide access to
places and events that only large groups are afforded. Come with us and enjoy outings
with your children and the camaraderie of other SECPTA families!
We are always open to ideas and suggestions, especially at the beginning of the year,
when we still have openings in the schedule. Please email any trip suggestions you may
have to fieldtrips@secpta.net.
Looking forward to meeting you on a SECPTA field trip!
Tina Soric
Field Trips Chair
fieldtrips@secpta.net
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IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP POLICIES
SIGN-UP POLICY:
Field trip sign-ups are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Sign-ups will be accepted in the following order:
1) BOARD MEETINGS:
As a privilege to Board members, sign-ups will be made available to members at monthly board
meetings starting at 7:45 pm. Sign-ups will conclude at 8:00 pm at the start of the Board Meeting.
2) GENERAL MEETINGS:
Sign-ups will begin at each General Meeting at 6:15 pm. A line will form at the Field Trips table
and you will make payment via cash or check. For those events requiring payment, a
reservation is not confirmed until payment is received. Please try to bring your completed SignUp Form (found on the last page of this newsletter) to the meeting to facilitate a timely sign-up
procedure.
3) AFTER GENERAL MEETINGS:
Once the sign-ups at general meetings are complete, you may sign up by e-mailing the
designated Field Trips Coordinator for each particular field trip. (Name@secpta.net).
Once you have confirmed a reservation (some trips may be booked), please send payment to
the Field Trips Chair, Tina Soric, payable to SECPTA, including the trip title(s) in the Memo
line.
Payment should be received prior to the event date. Please note that no one is officially
signed up until his or her name is on the sign-up form and payment is received. The
treasurer has no access to these forms, and does not sign members up for field trips.
*Please note if the field trip(s) you are interested in have sign-up deadlines. After these deadlines,
we cannot accept any further sign-ups or additions to the waitlist. We apologize for any
inconvenience.
PAYMENT POLICY:
Payments for field trips will be handled at the same time as sign-ups and will be accepted as cash, check,
or prior trip "credit." We recommend not writing your check until your trips are confirmed. All checks are
made payable to SECPTA. Field trip credits will be tracked by the committee and are applicable within the
2015-16 Field Trips "year." Credits will not be issued for "no-shows” or ticketed events.
WAITING LIST POLICY:
The Field Trips Committee will make their best effort to accommodate all members who have an interest in
attending field trips in one or more of the following ways:
WAITING LISTS CREATED - Waiting lists will be created for all “full” field trips. Members will be
contacted if spots become available.
INCREASING TICKET NUMBERS - If there is an overwhelming demand for a particular field trip, the
committee will make their best effort to accommodate members by increasing the tickets/spots
available. Please understand that some field trips have a limited amount of space/tickets available, and
an increase may not be possible.
ADDITIONAL DATES SCHEDULED - If there is an overwhelming demand for a particular field trip, the
Field Trips Committee will make their best effort to schedule additional dates if possible.
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CANCELLATION POLICY:
In order to minimize SECPTA's expense for "No-Shows," and out of courtesy to your fellow SECPTA
members, it is imperative that you contact the designated Field Trip Planner via email or telephone at least
24 hours prior to the event so we can fill your spot with another member. In the event that you can no
longer attend a field trip that required the purchase of a ticket, SECPTA is unable to issue a credit.
However, we encourage you to contact the trip coordinator for assistance in selling your tickets to another
member. Additional options include posting your tickets for sale on SECPTA’s Facebook page or, as a last
resort, selling them outside of SECPTA.
Attendance will be taken at all field trips. No refunds/credits will be given for “no-shows” who have not
given proper notification of cancellation.
"No-shows" can be an issue on field trips. We will be sending at least one reminder email prior to each trip
in an effort to minimize this. Please also keep your portion of the Sign-Up Sheet as a reminder of which
trips you signed up for. Each trip coordinator will make it clear the best way to contact them if you are not
going to make it to an event, especially at the last minute. Please also remember that many trips are
subsidized, so a "free" trip to you may not have been free to SECPTA.
ILLNESS POLICY:
Children and/or parents should not attend any SECPTA events if they exhibit any of the following
symptoms:
Diarrhea more than once within 24 hours of the event; Severe coughing; Difficult or rapid breathing;
Yellowish skin or eyes; redness of the eye or eyelid including discharge, eye pain, matted
eyelashes, burning or itching; Temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher; Infected skin
patches; unusual spots or rashes; unusually dark urine and/or gray or white stools; stiff neck with an
elevated temperature; sore throat or difficulty swallowing; vomiting within 24 hours of the event;
evidence of untreated lice; scabies, or other parasitic infestations.
LOOKING FOR NEW IDEAS AND MEMBERS!
As we already stated, our committee is continually looking for new ideas for field trips. If you have any
leads for future events or are interested in joining the committee, please email us (fieldtrips@secpta.net).
Your help is always appreciated!!
FACEBOOK
Please "like" SECPTA on Facebook for reminders about field trips sign-ups and other useful SECPTA info!
CONTACT INFORMATION
In an effort to keep things simple, please use fieldtrips@secpta.net to contact us. You may receive
different contact information for a particular trip you are scheduled for from that Field Trip Coordinator. That
information is specific to each trip, each month.
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FEBRUARY FIELD TRIPS
Sign-ups will take place at the January General Meeting!
Please bring the attached Sign-Up Form already completed.
2/2/16 (Tuesday) Princess Party at Cuts ‘N Curls
Join us for an afternoon of pampering, which will include an up-do w/glitter spray, tattoos, mini manicure, games,
costume dress-up, a craft, a Red Carpet Fashion Show, drinks, and a snack. Maximum 15 children.
Time:
Location:
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Cuts ‘N Curls
6025 Kruse Drive, Solon
Cost:
$12
Ages:
3-5 years
Contact:
Tina@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/1/16
2/6/16 (Saturday) Chagrin Valley Roller Rink
Come and enjoy an afternoon skating with your family during the CVRR’s open skate time! You may bring your own
skates, but they must be clean and free of debris. Additionally, they must not have any protruding parts that may
harm others or scratch the skating floor.
Time:
Location:
Cost:
1:30 – 4:30 pm
7151 South Main Street, Chagrin Falls, 44022
$6/child (includes skate rental)
$4/skating adult (includes skate rental)
Ages:
All ages
Contact:
Karolina@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/1/16
2/7/16 (Sunday) Splatter Paint Party
Splatter, drip, and drizzle tempera paint on canvas. Each child will make an 11”x14” canvas masterpiece and can
work on other art activities while not in the splatter room. This workshop will be messy, so please come dressed for
the occasion! Limit of 15 children.
Time:
Location:
3:30 – 4:30 pm
4Cats Acorn Alley Art Studio
144 E. Main Street, Kent, 44240
Cost:
$11/child
Ages:
2 years +
Contact:
Jamie@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 1/31/16
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2/8/16 (Monday) Gym World
Come and play at Gym World in Twinsburg. It will be an organized open gym for one hour. Kids will be able to
explore the gym while learning a few gymnastic moves. Minimum of 15 kids.
Time:
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Location:
9085 Dutton Drive, Twinsburg, 44087
Cost:
$3/child
Ages:
1 year +
Contact:
Amy@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: None
2/9/16 (Tuesday) Kung Fu Panda 3 at Macedonia Cinemark
SECPTA’s going to the movies! When Po's long-lost panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a
secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters. But when the supernatural villain Kai
begins to sweep across China defeating all the kung fu masters, Po must do the impossible-learn to train a village full
of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas.
Time:
We will go to the earliest showing, usually between
11:00 am and 12:00 pm
Location:
8161 Macedonia Commons Boulevard, Macedonia
Cost:
$4/person
Ages:
3-5 years
Contact:
Tina@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/8/16
2/10/16 (Wednesday) Twinsburg Post Office
Have you ever wondered where letters go? Come on this in depth tour of the US Post Office and get a behind the
scenes look at how the mail system works. Maximum of 15 children.
Time:
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location:
8935 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, 44087
Cost:
$1/child
Ages:
0-5 years
Contact:
Catherine@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: None
2/12/15 (Friday) Swimming at Solon Rec Center
Join other SECPTA friends for the morning Toddler Swim at the Solon Rec!! Before we know it, it will be time for
spring break and swim suits!! Let’s begin getting acclimated to the pool again! Plan to swim with your child, as an
adult must accompany all children in the water. The Play Feature will be turned on at the last 1⁄2 hour.
Time:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location:
Solon Recreation Center
Cost:
Free to any paid member of the Solon Recreation Center
$5 for guests ages 7 years +
*Children ages 6 and under are free
Ages:
All ages
Contact:
Marie@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: None
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2/17/16 (Wednesday) First Flips Gymnastics
Hop, skip, and jump during the long winter days. A private instructor will teach the children fundamental gymnastics
and give us a look at their new gym. Maximum of 30 kids.
Time:
9:00 – 9:45 am
Location:
30500 Carter Street, Solon, 44139
Cost:
$3/child
Ages:
18 months-5 years
Contact:
Catherine@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: None
2/19/16 (Friday) Playmatters
Our favorite local toy store is opening its doors to our 3 & 4 year olds for a morning of sticky mosaics focusing on
color and shape matching. You’re welcome to stick around after the activity to play with the train table.
Time:
10:30 am
Location:
6025 Kruse Drive, Solon
Cost:
$3/child
Ages:
3-4 years
Contact:
Tina@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/17/16
2/23/16 (Tuesday) Amazone
Leap across the snake pit and swing over the alligator swamp, even use the zip line to glide above open waters!
Rush down one of our waterfall slides, cross the rickety bridge, and make your way safely to the tree house! It’s a
giant three story playground; the largest in Northeast Ohio. Socks are required on the play area. Also, Outback Ray
will be there with his live animal show at 11:00 am.
Time:
10:00 am
Location:
2789 Medina Road, Medina, 44256
Cost:
$5/child for all day play only OR $8/child includes all day play and lunch
Lunch includes your choice of hot dog, pizza, or PB & J, popcorn, and a drink
Ages:
1 year +
Contact:
Amy@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/16/16
2/25/16 (Thursday) Peace, Love & Little Yogis Family Yoga
Cooperative games, themed activities, music, and dancing engage the natural energy of the child in this fun and
engaging yoga class! Classes explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques while conveying
lessons in positive body image, social skills, and positive thinking. Parents will have the chance to bond with their
children in this family yoga class. Please bring a water bottle. Some mats will be available to use, but feel free to
bring your own mat or beach towel. Each class is limited to 12 children and 12 adults.
Time:
6:00 – 7:00 pm
Location:
Twinsburg Public Library
10050 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg
Cost:
$12/family
Ages:
2 years +
Contact:
Jamie@secpta.net
Sign-up deadline: 2/18/16
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SOLON CITY SCHOOLS
3 Steps to Kindergarten - 2016
Step 1: Kindergarten Information Night
Date: Wednesday, February 17
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Solon High School Auditorium
● A welcome for incoming kindergarten parents to the Solon City Schools.
● NEW FOR 2016: Kindergarten registration materials will be submitted ONLINE!
Directions on how to complete the online registration materials will be distributed at
Information Night. The online registration site at www.solonschools.org opens February
17.
Step 2: Kindergarten Registration
Dates: Wednesday, March 2, for students with last names: A-L
Thursday, March 3, for students with last names: M-Z
Time: 8-11:30 a.m.
Location: Arthur Road Elementary School Cafeteria
● Turn in additional registration documents. (The general registration process must be
completed online prior to these March dates.)
● Schedule kindergarten screening appointments for incoming kindergarteners.
Step 3: Kindergarten Screening
Date: Wednesday, March 16
Time: Scheduled appointment time made during Kindergarten
Registration
Location: Your child’s elementary school building
● Incoming kindergarteners meet and work with kindergarten teachers.
● Incoming kindergarteners visit their new school.
Solon City Schools Elementary Guidance Department
Arthur Road Elementary - Nicole Westendorf (440) 349-7435
Lewis Elementary - Daniel Ceci (440) 349-8001
Parkside Elementary - Patricia Petrie (440) 349-7376
Roxbury Elementary - Janet Elliott (440) 349-7437
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Do you know a SECPTA friend who has recently had a
baby? Is there someone in SECPTA who may recently
have had surgery and is in need of a helping hand?
Would you like to schedule a date with your spouse, an
appointment, or shopping trip and not have to bring the
kids?
What about having dependable, reliable babysitting,
that’s also FREE?
Then the SECPTA Babysitting Co-op is for you. It’s a group
of SECPTA members that exchange babysitting services
for each other. The Babysitting Co-op provides members
with a babysitting option where no money is exchanged.
Participation can begin once the person is a paid SECPTA
member, attends a co-op meeting, and completes an
authorization form. Monthly meetings are held the third
Tuesday of each month and are hosted by co-op
members.
To join or find out more information, please contact Laura
at babysittingcoop@secpta.net.
If so please let us help them! The Helping Hands
members look forward to preparing a home-cooked meal
for a fellow SECPTA member who may need the extra
hand! Whether it is for a new mother or a family going
through a tough time, we are here to help. Over this past
year, SECPTA’s Helping Hands has prepared many meals
for our members, and we are willing and happy to
continue to lend a hand.
Please let us know if there is a member ‘in need’ by
contacting Leah at helpinghands@secpta.net.
ADVERTISE WITH US!
Do you have a business or event that you would like to promote?
Let SECPTA help you get the word out!
Contact Marlee at waysandmeans@secpta.net.
Please ask about special member pricing!
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Solon Early Childhood PTA (SECPTA) Membership Form 2015-2016
All memberships run July 2015-June 2016
Please send completed form and payment to:
Kristen Cash
29308 North Village Lane
Glenwillow, OH 44139
Dues: $30 one-vote family membership (entitles entire family to attend SECPTA activities)
For an additional $4.00, members may add a second adult member, which entitles the second adult to a vote, board
eligibility, and ability to handle SECPTA financial transactions.
Make checks payable to SECPTA.
Please call Kristen (216-544-7562) if you have any questions
Membership Information: New or Renewal (Please circle one)
Name____________________________________________________________________________
Other Adult________________________________________________________________________
Street Address/city/zip_______________________________________________________________
Phone Number__________________________Cell phone (opt) _______________________________
Primary Email______________________________________________________________________
Secondary Email (opt)_______________________________________________________________
Children Names & ages______________________________________________________________
Do we have permission to publish your info in our member directory? Yes or No (circle one)
SECPTA runs on volunteers. Will you help us? What are you interested in?
_________________________________________________________________________________
I understand that the information provided above will be included in a membership directory distributed to all paid members of the Solon Early
Childhood PTA. I understand that my child/ren must be accompanied by an adult at all activities and that adult is responsible for the behavior
and safety of my child. I understand that children and/or parents should not attend any SECPTA events if they exhibit any of the following
symptoms: Diarrhea more than once within 24 hours of the event; severe coughing; difficult or rapid breathing; yellowish skin or eyes; redness
of the eye or eyelid including discharge, eye pain, matted eyelashes, burning or itching; temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher;
infected skin patches; unusual spots or rashes; unusually dark urine and/or gray or white stools; stiff neck with an elevated temperature; sore
throat or difficulty swallowing; vomiting within 24 hours of the event; or evidence of untreated lice, scabies, or other parasitic infestations. I
consent to the use of any photographs taken of my minor child/ren at SECPTA events for utilization in SECPTA promotional materials (names
will never be used).
In case of accident, neither the Solon Early Childhood PTA nor its membership shall be held responsible.
X__________________________________________________________ Date________________________
**************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Received___________Check Number______________Amount paid____________ Initials____________
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SECPTA’s
SHAMROCKS AND SHENANIGANS
2016
Saturday, March 5th
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Winking Lizard Party Center
25200 Miles Road, Bedford Heights
Join us for a fun evening with your friends and family in support of a great organization!
Come test your luck (Irish or not!) at the Lucky Duck pull, 50/50 raffle, raffle baskets, silent
and live auctions, and more!
Tickets are $20 per person and include heavy appetizers, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks.
Cash bar for alcohol will be available.
To RSVP, please fill out the form below and return it with payment (checks made payable to
SECPTA) to the January or February General Meeting, or mail to:
Marlee Chase
5445 Parkside Trail
Solon, OH 44139
Shamrocks and Shenanigans - RSVP
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
Email Address: ______________________________________________________________________
_____________ # tickets @ $20 per person = _______________
Paid by: _____cash
_____check # _____________
Collected by: _________________________
Date: _____________________
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FEBRUARY FIELD TRIPS
SIGN-UP SHEET
Parent Name(s):____________________________________
Email Address:_____________________________________
Best contact phone number:_________________________
Child Name(s) and Age(s):___________________________
You can keep this portion for your records.
Cuts ‘N Curls: _____ Kids @ $12
$_______
Roller Skating: _____Kids @ $6
_____Adults @ $4
$_______
2/2/16 (Tuesday 11:30) Cuts ‘N Curls
2/6/16 (Saturday 1:30) Roller Skating
2/7/16 (Sunday 3:30) Splatter Painting
Splatter Painting: _____Kids @ $11
$_______
2/8/16 (Monday 12:30) Gym World
Gym World:_____ Kids @ $3
$_______
2/9/16 (Tuesday TBD) Kung Fu Panda
Kung Fu Panda: ______ Tickets @ $4
$_______
2/10/16 (Wednesday 11:00) Twinsburg
Post Office
Post Office: _____ Kids @ $1
$_______
Swimming: ______ Ages 7 and up @ $5
______ under 6 @ free
$_______
2/12/16 (Friday 10:00) Swimming
2/17/16 (Wednesday 9:00) First Flips
2/19/16 (Friday 10:30) Playmatters
First Flips: _____ Kids @ $3
$_______
Playmatters: ______Kids @ $3
$_______
Amazone: ______ Play only @ $5
$_______
______ Play & Lunch @ $8
___pizza
___hot dog
___pb&j
Yoga: ______Parent/Child Pair @ $12
$_______
Subtotal
$_______
Credits
- $_______
TOTAL
$_______
paid by CASH / CHECK (circle one)
2/23/16 (Tuesday 10:00) Amazone
2/25/16 (Thursday 6:00) Peace, Love,
and Little Yogis