Joyful Beginnings Bluebirds: November 3 - 7, 2025
Dear Joyful Beginnings Bluebirds Families,
Last week, we concluded our story journey with “Jack and His Candlestick.” Jack was a young boy who loved helping his father in the cornfield. One autumn day, he carried home a full basket of corn for his mother to cook for dinner. While waiting for dinner to be ready, Jack decided to play outside, and he ran up the hill behind his house. There, he discovered a small candlestick glowing faintly in the darkness. Intrigued by this tiny spark of light, Jack began to play with it, and just before it faded, he used its gentle glow to guide him home. After dinner, Jack gathered wool, a jar, and some wooden beads to make a special little home for the candlestick. This shining home became a beautiful lantern that brightened the long, dark nights. On Wednesday and Thursday, the Bluebirds students received the lanterns they made and carried them on their lantern walk.
Thank you so much for your assistance and participation in our Lantern Walk. It was a memorable experience, and the children continued to talk about it afterwards. They performed admirably during the walk. Each child walked around the sanctuary holding up the glimmer lanterns, singing "My Lantern, My Lantern." As they moved through the quiet darkness, they were reminded that by carrying their own light, they also helped to brighten the way for those around them. The finest part of our Lantern Walk was the surprise and joy the children showed when they saw their parents emerge from the dark sanctuary. In that moment, they seemed to understand that no matter where their paths lead, they can always find light and love along the way.
Starting this week, we will begin a new circle featuring songs about a cheerful squirrel named Wishky Frisky. And we will share a new story, “The Giant Turnip,” about lending a helping hand during harvesting time. On Friday, we will celebrate Balboa and Kawika's half birthday. We are looking forward to spending this special day with them and their family.
Announcements & Reminders:
We are looking forward to seeing families at the Thanksgiving Luncheon! Students who do not usually attend school on Fridays are encouraged to attend with their families during the luncheon; siblings and extended family are welcome. Please RSVP to Ki Siyu by Wednesday, November 19th, via email with the names of the guests attending. Please also attend the Grade Presentation at 10:30 am to hear some lovely music and see our Grade program in action. When you arrive for the luncheon, your child will be signed out to your care for the remainder of the morning.
Please change your children’s extra clothes into fall attire and pack rain gear in backpacks every day. Thank you!
November 21: Grades Presentation in Sanctuary at 10:30 am
November 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon at 11 am (All families and students are invited)
November 24 - 28: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December 10 & 11: Winter Spiral (Joyful Beginnings - Fifth Grade)
December 19: Last Day of Fall Semester/Grades Assembly 11:00 am (Half Day)
December 22 - January 2: Winter Break (No School)
January 5: Teacher In-service (No School)
Thank you for sharing your lovely children with us, and thank you for your support.
Warmly,
Ki Siyu
