Did you guys know that Ketcup used to be sold a medicine in the 1830's? crazy.
Another week is upon us, and we're ready. We're going to the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens on Tuesday and the Bronx Zoo on Thursday! But the most exciting thing happening this week is our TALENT SHOW!! This Friday,August 5, at 4pm, no later!
Yes,the rumors are true we are having a talent show this summer and it will be glorious! Now, I'm not one to toot her own horn or anything, but I know that our kids are bright,talented, and gifted, and it will be quite a show. I already know that some of you can't make it, but no worries! We're planning to video tape the whole thing, and hopefully put it on the blog.
A side note, I have a brand new Mac computer, so I've been messing around with iMovie.....so, I hope to wow you guys with my new knowledge of the program!
The kids having soccer tomorrow are the Wild Tigers and the Wrecks, please bring sneakers and hopefully shin guards for that class. Always remember swim caps and water bottles.
Thank you so much for everything and I can't wait to see you tomorrow!
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Friday, July 29, 2011
Rain Rain go away!
Oh no the rain has come! There's supposed to be a huuuuge rainstorm this afternoon right around the time we're supposed to be at Governor's Island! We just can't go today! It wouldn't be safe to take the kids out in a t-storm, so I won't do it. Since it won't rain until this afternoon, we've decided to head out to the Natural History Museum first thing this morning. In the afternoon, each group is practicing for the Talent Show next week and hopefully a good ol fashioned game of kickball before it rains.
Talent Show? Next Friday!!!At 4pm!!! At P.S.183! Please come, the kids have worked hard? Can't make it? we're videotaping it!
Again, I apologize for no Governor's Island Trip, but I don't want any of our kids to get caught in the rain!
Talent Show? Next Friday!!!At 4pm!!! At P.S.183! Please come, the kids have worked hard? Can't make it? we're videotaping it!
Again, I apologize for no Governor's Island Trip, but I don't want any of our kids to get caught in the rain!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Reminder!
Tomorrow is our trip to Governors Island! So we're not waiting past 9:30. Please drop off your child before 9:30!!!
Yellow Brick Road!
I'm so excited about today's trip! We're going to see the Yellow Brick Road in Chelsea and we're going to have a great time. Since our trip isn't until 1pm, we probably won't get back to Ella Baker until about 3:30 or 4. With that being said, you won't find us inside the school this afternoon. I believe the weather will be nice so we'll most likely be in the space between the school and the yard, if it's too hot we'll head down to P.S.183. There will be a staff member in front of the school directing parents if this happens.
Any questions? Want to pick up early and need your child to stay back? Please call and let me know!!
(540)336-0684
Hope to speak to you soon!
Any questions? Want to pick up early and need your child to stay back? Please call and let me know!!
(540)336-0684
Hope to speak to you soon!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
This afternoon...
Just a little note, it shouldn't be super hot today, hooooray! So from 4-5pm we will most likely be in the alley way between Ella Baker and the yard.I prefer to use that space if it's not too hot and not rainy because it's close to the school and the library......Thank you for keeping up with us and we'll see you soon!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Movin right along....
What a great trip! We got to go to different parts of the museum and learn and discuss pieces of art with the guides and talk about the stories behind it. The kids were also asked to draw what they saw (haha that rhymes) and tell the whole class why they choose to draw it. I was so proud of their behavior at the museum. If you haven't gone to the MET with your kids yet, you should!!
I was on the subway yesterday and I saw a camp get on the train. These kids were cute but rambunctious!They were swinging on the poles,jumping up and down, and when they got off the train the counselors were yelling at the kids. I knew at that moment that we have something special going on here. We never have to raise our voices on the subway and our kids are always well behaved. The other camp will figure it out, everyone does, but I'm so glad that our kids are awesome.
Thank you for understanding and having fun with us!
Tomorrow is swim, so don't forget your caps!The mini Giants have soccer tomorrow so bring some guards and sneakers. We also have Kung Fu tomorrow so when you pick up your child, ask them about it! Maurice is the teacher and he is awesome!
I was on the subway yesterday and I saw a camp get on the train. These kids were cute but rambunctious!They were swinging on the poles,jumping up and down, and when they got off the train the counselors were yelling at the kids. I knew at that moment that we have something special going on here. We never have to raise our voices on the subway and our kids are always well behaved. The other camp will figure it out, everyone does, but I'm so glad that our kids are awesome.
Thank you for understanding and having fun with us!
Tomorrow is swim, so don't forget your caps!The mini Giants have soccer tomorrow so bring some guards and sneakers. We also have Kung Fu tomorrow so when you pick up your child, ask them about it! Maurice is the teacher and he is awesome!
The MET!
Today we're off to the MET to chill out and hear some awesome tales and legends. I'm super excited about this trip because it's so close and I love the MET. Our kids will have a groovy time! Since it's so close and not too long of a trip, we're going to leave around 12pm What are we doing this morning? Playing with bubbles and preparing for the talent show!
Yes, there's a talent show next friday August 5! It will be around 4 at p.s.183 most likely, but I'll keep you posted on the details!
Stay cool and remember that sunblock!
Yes, there's a talent show next friday August 5! It will be around 4 at p.s.183 most likely, but I'll keep you posted on the details!
Stay cool and remember that sunblock!
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Week 4!
Can you believe it's week 4 already? I can't believe we're in the middle of summer, how time flies.....
Here is the schedule this week, don't forget that you can always pick up a hard copy at drop off tomorrow morning!
Tuesday we're going to the MET and Thursday we're off to see the Yellow Brick Road. No classes on Friday because we're going to GOVERNORS ISLAND!! Yes, we had so much fun that we're going again! I missed out on the last trip so I can't wait to go this week!
On Monday, 2nd&3rd grade and 4th&up have soccer, so on Monday make sure that your child comes to camp ready to run! We're also starting recycle sculpture on Monday and Wednesday. Allison's Learn to Draw class is moving on to Painting and Tim's Comic Book class is starting to compile the camp's work for an all camp comic book!! Anna Hawkins, our super Para Professional from Ella Baker, has some really groovy treats for us from Gift making class.
Don't forget that our Intro to Ballet class has been moved to Mondays at 2pm. There are other classes in session during that time so if your child has no interest in Ballet, that's ok!
We had to say goodbye to some of our first campers this past week, and we'll miss them! Stay out of trouble and keep cool.
I want to take this opportunity to thank all of the parents who read this blog, thank you thank you! We have a brand new video camera coming this week and I have a brand new MAC computer, so be sure to check the blog for sweet videos and pictures of our groovy kids! If I do a good job ( cross your fingers) maybe we could make an end of summer dvd of all the fun we had!
See you soon!
Here is the schedule this week, don't forget that you can always pick up a hard copy at drop off tomorrow morning!
Tuesday we're going to the MET and Thursday we're off to see the Yellow Brick Road. No classes on Friday because we're going to GOVERNORS ISLAND!! Yes, we had so much fun that we're going again! I missed out on the last trip so I can't wait to go this week!
On Monday, 2nd&3rd grade and 4th&up have soccer, so on Monday make sure that your child comes to camp ready to run! We're also starting recycle sculpture on Monday and Wednesday. Allison's Learn to Draw class is moving on to Painting and Tim's Comic Book class is starting to compile the camp's work for an all camp comic book!! Anna Hawkins, our super Para Professional from Ella Baker, has some really groovy treats for us from Gift making class.
Don't forget that our Intro to Ballet class has been moved to Mondays at 2pm. There are other classes in session during that time so if your child has no interest in Ballet, that's ok!
We had to say goodbye to some of our first campers this past week, and we'll miss them! Stay out of trouble and keep cool.
I want to take this opportunity to thank all of the parents who read this blog, thank you thank you! We have a brand new video camera coming this week and I have a brand new MAC computer, so be sure to check the blog for sweet videos and pictures of our groovy kids! If I do a good job ( cross your fingers) maybe we could make an end of summer dvd of all the fun we had!
See you soon!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Museum of Moving Images
Today is our big trip to Astoria, Queens to see the Museum of Moving Images. I love this museum, and I know the kids will really enjoy it. There are so many hands on activities for them to work with and lots of awesome movie making stuff. Did you know they have the model used for the big big building in Blade Runner? They also have the robot that was supposed to be the little girl in the Exorcist. Spooky. And I know I'm personally pumped for the Jim Henson exhibit. I am the biggest fan of the Muppets.
Yesterday was great also! The pool was super warm and I was making real progress with a couple of kids. Soon everyone will be a mermaid or merman at Empire. We also had Kung Fu and Intro to Ballet yesterday. The Wrecks had their first Kung Fu session and loved it. They learned their elements and Maurice said they were great. The Ballet was fun to. Starting next week, Intro to Ballet will be on Mondays from 2-3pm. I'll be sure to mention to parents at drop off for the next two days.
Thanks for making this an awesome camp and I hope to speak to you soon!
Yesterday was great also! The pool was super warm and I was making real progress with a couple of kids. Soon everyone will be a mermaid or merman at Empire. We also had Kung Fu and Intro to Ballet yesterday. The Wrecks had their first Kung Fu session and loved it. They learned their elements and Maurice said they were great. The Ballet was fun to. Starting next week, Intro to Ballet will be on Mondays from 2-3pm. I'll be sure to mention to parents at drop off for the next two days.
Thanks for making this an awesome camp and I hope to speak to you soon!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Another day!
Tomorrow is Wednesday! We'll be swimming, doing sculpture, painting, and yes, KUNG FU AND BALLET!.....now, I know what you're thinking, all this in a day camp and more?! It's true, not only are our counsolers totally awesome and fun, but all of the classes are groovy too!
Today was a great trip to the Brooklyn Childrens Museum and everyone had fun. There were so many hands on activities for the kids to enjoy. I know Adam,the counsoler for the Wrecks, really liked the pizza parlor. I always say you're not working hard if enough if you're not having fun. Please make sure to pack your child's water bottle, maybe two, because we had at least 5 kids show up to camp without water bottles, and it was super hot out! I hope you're having a good summer because I know I am.
Thanks for all of your help and I hope to see you soon!
Today was a great trip to the Brooklyn Childrens Museum and everyone had fun. There were so many hands on activities for the kids to enjoy. I know Adam,the counsoler for the Wrecks, really liked the pizza parlor. I always say you're not working hard if enough if you're not having fun. Please make sure to pack your child's water bottle, maybe two, because we had at least 5 kids show up to camp without water bottles, and it was super hot out! I hope you're having a good summer because I know I am.
Thanks for all of your help and I hope to see you soon!
Trip Day!
Another great day for a trip! Today we are going to the Brooklyn Children's Museum!
Please please please remember to pack your child's swim cap on Monday,Wednesday, and Friday, it is very important that they wear a swim cap in the pool!
Please please please remember to pack your child's swim cap on Monday,Wednesday, and Friday, it is very important that they wear a swim cap in the pool!
Monday, July 18, 2011
Week 3!
Here we are in the middle of summer and there's no turning back! This week we're going to the Brooklyn Children's Museum and on Thursday we're headed towards the Museum of Moving Images.
Today the Wild Tigers, The Smurfs, and the Wrecks will be heading out to the pool super duper early to get as much time as possible in the pool.
Feel free to email or call anytime if you have any questions!!
Today the Wild Tigers, The Smurfs, and the Wrecks will be heading out to the pool super duper early to get as much time as possible in the pool.
Feel free to email or call anytime if you have any questions!!
Friday, July 15, 2011
Updates!
The paper bag players were so fun! I personally have lived in NYC for 4 or 5 years and have never been to the New York public library on 42nd and 5th, and it was beautiful. We had a great time. When we got back the Smurfs and the Wrecks had a lego competition and the Wild Tigers finger painted a masterpiece.
Tomorrow is a very important day. We're going to Governor's Island!!! We are leaving very very early so make sure to drop off your child before 9:45!!! It is a long trip so we are trying to get back to the school as soon as possible!! Our plan is to be back at school between 4-4:30, please understand we are going to try our hardest to stick to that. Make sure to pack a water bottle and sunscreen and I'll try to collect as many pictures as possible!!!
Thank you so much for keeping up with the blog!
Next week's trips are: Tuesday- Brooklyn Children's Museum
Thursday- Museum of Moving Images
Wednesday July 20 at 4pm will be our Intro to Ballet class and Friday will be Fencing!
Tomorrow is a very important day. We're going to Governor's Island!!! We are leaving very very early so make sure to drop off your child before 9:45!!! It is a long trip so we are trying to get back to the school as soon as possible!! Our plan is to be back at school between 4-4:30, please understand we are going to try our hardest to stick to that. Make sure to pack a water bottle and sunscreen and I'll try to collect as many pictures as possible!!!
Thank you so much for keeping up with the blog!
Next week's trips are: Tuesday- Brooklyn Children's Museum
Thursday- Museum of Moving Images
Wednesday July 20 at 4pm will be our Intro to Ballet class and Friday will be Fencing!
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Paper bag players and The Zookeeper!!
Oh boy what a great day we planned! First, in the morning, I want to get to know the kids better, so we'll have a little "mingle" game. Then, the Mini Giants and Wild Tigers ( prek/k and 1st grade) will go to the paper bag players! We're very excited to see this show. Since the show is intended for just the wee ones, our Smurfs and The Wrecks (2nd&3rd and 4th& up) are going to see The ZooKeeper.
It's supposed to be nice out today so between 4-5pm we will be in the space between the school and the yard. Remember to pack a water bottle and that tomorrow we're going to Governor's Island. We have to leave very early for this trip so you must drop off your child before 9:45am!!!
It's supposed to be nice out today so between 4-5pm we will be in the space between the school and the yard. Remember to pack a water bottle and that tomorrow we're going to Governor's Island. We have to leave very early for this trip so you must drop off your child before 9:45am!!!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Swim and Kung Fu!
Hello and Good Morning! Today we are going swimming and the prek/k and 1st graders will be having Kung Fu. It's not too hot out today, HOORAY! So from 4-5pm today we will most likely be in the space between the school and the yard. If there are any changes, be sure to check here!
Please remember this is a peanut free camp. W do not allow any peanuts on site and if your child brings it, we have to take it away or wrap it up. We have several children highly allergic to peanuts and it is unsafe to have them on the premises. Also, please remember to pack water bottles! This is the most important part of camp!
Thank you and have a sunny day!
Please remember this is a peanut free camp. W do not allow any peanuts on site and if your child brings it, we have to take it away or wrap it up. We have several children highly allergic to peanuts and it is unsafe to have them on the premises. Also, please remember to pack water bottles! This is the most important part of camp!
Thank you and have a sunny day!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Field Day
Today is our Field Day in Central Park. We're planning to meet with the downtown camp today and have some relay races, obstacle courses, and lots of fun! I know most of you will be reading this after you drop off your child, but please remember to pack your child a water bottle! We want to go outside more often, but it's hard to do so if kids don't have their own water bottle!
Don't forget that on Friday we're going to Governor's Island! So your child has to be dropped off before 9:45am and must bring a water bottle.
Don't forget that on Friday we're going to Governor's Island! So your child has to be dropped off before 9:45am and must bring a water bottle.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Welcome to Empire Camp!
We are getting ready to enter our second week of camp and we couldn't be more excited! This week we will have our first field day in Central Park with the Lower East Side Camp.
This Tuesday, the two camps will meet and compete for coolest camp through great group activites and lots of fun! If there's a tie, we'll have to meet again later in the summer!
We also start Intro to Ballet this week. Grace will be teaching Intro to Ballet on Wednesday afternoons, make sure to come prepared with a leotard and shoes!
On Thursday, the prek/k and 1st grade groups are going to the paper bag players, and the 2nd& up groups are going on their own adventure! Friday is our first trip to Govenor's Island! We'll be enjoying mini golf and bike rides! We have to leave super duper early for this trip, so be sure to drop your child off before 9:45am.
Meet our groups! On our first day of camp we got to know each other and we let each group choose a name!
Prek/k- Mini Giants
1st Grade-Wild Tigers
2nd&3rd Grade- Smurfs
4th& up- The Rex
When I start to talk about each group's awesomeness, I'll be referring to them by their new names!
Be sure to follow this blog for any extra info on schedule changes, trip information, and anything else regarding our camp!
This Tuesday, the two camps will meet and compete for coolest camp through great group activites and lots of fun! If there's a tie, we'll have to meet again later in the summer!
We also start Intro to Ballet this week. Grace will be teaching Intro to Ballet on Wednesday afternoons, make sure to come prepared with a leotard and shoes!
On Thursday, the prek/k and 1st grade groups are going to the paper bag players, and the 2nd& up groups are going on their own adventure! Friday is our first trip to Govenor's Island! We'll be enjoying mini golf and bike rides! We have to leave super duper early for this trip, so be sure to drop your child off before 9:45am.
Meet our groups! On our first day of camp we got to know each other and we let each group choose a name!
Prek/k- Mini Giants
1st Grade-Wild Tigers
2nd&3rd Grade- Smurfs
4th& up- The Rex
When I start to talk about each group's awesomeness, I'll be referring to them by their new names!
Be sure to follow this blog for any extra info on schedule changes, trip information, and anything else regarding our camp!
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