As to other news... please look out for the beautiful garden that the Connaught children have planted. They dug, prepared the beds, planted seeds and annual plants and are gradually enhancing the school’s entrance on Sherbrooke. Their efforts are worthy of a gold in anyone’s gardening competition....and they have learned a lot “hands on.” So much of what we do is just that, hands on....our ecology/biology theme for the month has now evolved into farming. We’ve made some pretty spiffy barns!!! Sounds like fun? Have any questions? Like....

Who are we? A local non sectarian bilingual nursery with a history of over 45 years. What makes us special? Easy question that....your children. Where? In the bright, clean and airy hall of St. Philip’s Church When? From early September to early June, Monday to Fridays mornings only. How do we work? As a Co-operative. We are creative, friendly and diverse! Call, surf or visit...514-992-2102, www.connaughtnursery.org, St. Philip’s Church Hall Sherbrooke at Connaught! Be well, enjoy your summer, and don’t forget the sun block! Love and sunshine from All of us at Connaught!
Submitted by Penny Rankin Leonard (teacher)

With fourteen families returning and many new students registered for next years Nursery program we haven’t much space for the 2007-2008 school year...So if you and your child enjoy skating, French, magicians, science, crafts and music...we’ve been and are up to it all... Our excellent teacher/student ratio coupled with our Bilingual format is always supplemented by laughter and games that are thrown in free of charge! Visit us sometime/anytime BUT soon!....just call 514-992-2102... Keep an eye out for that first robin! Submitted by Penny Rankin Leonard (teacher)

New Programs ~Traditional Goals
Our new bilingual format respects current early childhood education studies on second language acquisition in a nursery environment. It balances the aspirations of parents who wish to prepare their children for immersion and francophone kindergarten programs with the time-honoured socialization experience that is key to future success in school. “Big” words aside, our goal is to be a warm, secure and supportive home away from home. And I haven’t even referred to having FUN, our extensive selection of toys and all the CREATIVE mischief we get up to! We are also very pleased with our new Computer Program that we began last year. Our computers are a wonderful teaching tool that expands our ability as teachers to expose the children to carefully prepared presentations, resource material and highly selective educational programming.

Check out our school we have tons of things happening this year... activities that include science, drama, dance, cooking and story telling, skating and more! Cathy Cozens of Shanti Yoga is set to introduce the children to Yoga…and our children’s music specialist Cordell Henebury is especially popular with all the children. We have a wonderful group of families whose confidence in our 8:45-11:45 Monday- Friday program (with early drop off options) is great! If you are interested in Connaught please be sure to contact us, or join the 2007-2008 waiting list (only 10 spots currently vacant). The next OPEN HOUSE is November 8th. The 2007 registration is set for Thursday February 1st 2007. Come visit! Call 514-992-2102, email: info@connaughtnursery.org, check out: www.connaughtnursery.org. Submitted by Penny Rankin Leonard

New Programs ~Traditional Goals
September saw the launch of our pedagogically sound bilingual format that respects current early childhood education studies on second language acquisition in a nursery environment. It is a program that balances the aspirations of parents who wish to prepare their children for immersion and francophone kindergarten programs with the time-honoured socialization experience that is key to future success in school. “Big” words aside, our goal is to be a warm, secure and supportive experience for parents and children alike. And I haven’t even referred to having FUN, our extensive selection of toys and all the CREATIVE mischief we get up to! We are also very pleased with our new Computer Program that we began last year. Our computers are a wonderful teaching tool that expands our ability as teachers to expose the children to carefully prepared presentations, resource material and highly selective educational programming.

Calendar Packed with Activities!
The 2006-2007 calendar is filled with special guest bookings that include a broad selection of visitors covering science, music, drama, dance, cooking and story telling... to name just a few! They will compliment the input of our other teaching staff that includes Marisa Ring our Gymnastics teacher, Cathy Cozens of Shanti Yoga who is set to introduce the children to Yoga…and our children’s music specialist Cordell Henebury who is keen to start off our year on a very happy note or two! We are also “booked in” for our visits to the M.W. Children’s Library as well as our January and February skating dates at the arena.

We have a wonderful group of families whose confidence in our 8:45-11:45 Monday- Friday program (with early drop off options) is great! As I write there is only one space available for September 2006...so if you are at all interested in Connaught please be sure to contact us as soon as possible, or join the 2007-2008 waiting list (only 10 spots currently vacant). We will again be holding our monthly “Open House” events beginning on October 11th from 9-10 am. The 2007 registration is set for Thursday February 1st 2007. Come visit! Call 514-992-2102, email: info@connaughtnursery.org, check out: www.connaughtnursery.org. Submitted by Penny Rankin Leonard (teacher)

New Programs ~Traditional Goals
The new school year will see the launch of our pedagogically sound bilingual format that respects current early childhood education studies on second language acquisition in a nursery environment. It is a program that balances the aspirations of parents who wish to prepare their children for immersion and francophone kindergarten programs with the time-honoured socialization experience that is key to future success in school. “Big” words aside, our goal is to be a warm, secure and supportive experience for parents and children alike. And I haven’t even referred to having FUN, our extensive selection of toys and all the CREATIVE mischief we get up to! We are also very pleased with our new Computer Program that we began last year. Our computers are a wonderful teaching tool that expands our ability as teachers to expose the children to carefully prepared presentations, resource material and highly selective educational programming.

Calendar Packed with Activities!
The 2006-2007 calendar is filled with special guest bookings that include a broad selection of visitors covering science, music, drama, dance, cooking and story telling... to name just a few! They will compliment the input of our other teaching staff that includes Marisa Ring our Gymnastics teacher, Cathy Cozens of Shanti Yoga who is set to introduce the children to Yoga…and our children’s music specialist Cordell Henebury who is keen to start off our year on a very happy note or two! We are also “booked in” for our visits to the M.W. Children’s Library as well as our January and February skating dates at the arena.

Allergen Responsible/Healthy Snack Policy
As Marie-Claire Sauvé and I team up to launch our enriched bilingual curriculum we will also be continuing our response to the highly critical needs of those students who have life threatening allergies. Our policy’s focus is on healthy snacks in a safe environment. To find out more about our policy and the “Healthy Life” program the children will be learning about please do not hesitate to contact us.

We have a wonderful group of families whose confidence in our 8:45-11:45 Monday- Friday program (with early drop off options) is great! As I write there is only one space available for September 2006...so if you are at all interested in Connaught please be sure to contact us as soon as possible to reserve your spot, or join the 2007-2008 list (only10 spots currently vacant). We will again be holding our monthly “Open House” events beginning on October 11th from 9-10 am. The 2007 registration is set for Thursday February 1st 2007. Come visit! Call 514-992-2102, email: info@connaughtnursery.org, check out: www.connaughtnursery.org. Submitted by Penny Rankin Leonard (teacher)