December is a busy month in the preschool (aren’t they all?), as we begin to focus much of our program on Chanukah and the concept of sharing and giving to others.

During the months of September and October, the preschoolers donated $295 in their weekly tzedakah collection.  This money was then sent to “The Smile Train”, an organization that provides life changing free cleft surgery for children in developing countries.  One surgery costs $250.00, so we are proud that we are helping out and are able to pay for one cleft surgery and more!!  All tzedakah collected during November and December will be put towards the purchasing of new toys for our Children’s Holiday Toy Drive.

The preschool is proud to once again be holding a Children’s Holiday Toy Drive to benefit needy families in Morris   County .  I ask that you consider purchasing a brand new item or two for children 1-16 years old.  In recent years, we have collected close to 250 new presents.  Let’s try and exceed that goal and make it to 300 this year!!  All gifts should come unwrapped and should be dropped off in the designated boxes in the atrium.  Please note that gifts will only be collected from December 1^st through December 17^th. 

Now is the time to register for our January - June programs – Mommy & Me, as well as Intro to Preschool/Separation Class for New 2’s.  If you would like to receive this information, contact the preschool ASAP!!!  We are also planning our new Baby & Me class for new moms and their little ones.  Let me know if this class is of interest to you!

CHANUKAH READING :   Barnes & Noble in Morris   Plains is the place to be on Thursday afternoon, December 11^th, from 4:30 – 5:00 !!  I, along with some of my staff, are honored to be reading Chanukah stories to our families who join us for this festive experience!  All congregants are invited to the reading and are also encouraged to shop at the Morris   Plains store at any time on this date.  With every voucher presented at the register on 12/11, a percentage will be given back to PBJCNS.  Please call NOW to find out how to receive your voucher, as vouchers will not be available at the event itself.

SAVE THE DATE:  Wednesday, December   17^th @ 4:30 p.m. SHARP – Mama Doni Chanukah Concert – please see details elsewhere in this Candlestick.  This event is open to all children associated with the synagogue (and grandchildren as well) and is sponsored by PBJC Sisterhood and Men’s Club.  This is an event not to be missed!  An RSVP is required for each child in attendance and adult supervision is required. 

HELP US OUT!  Just a reminder that all year long, the preschool collects your used cell phones and used inkjet cartridges!!  Yes, your trash is turned into cash for the preschool, so keep on sending your items in!!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:   Preschool Registration for the 2009/2010 school year will take place on Thursday, January 8^th.  Please contact the preschool office ASAP so that you are put on a list to receive materials when they become available.

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Important  Information

Please note that nursery school

registration for the 2009/2010

school year, will be held on:

Thursday morning, January 8, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.

Please call the preschool NOW to receive registration materials!

Opportunity to register is offered on a priority tier basis and all enrollments are contingent upon minimum and maximum class limitations.  All classes will be filled on a first come first served basis.

Priority for Incoming 2’s, 3’s and 4’s Students:

I.       Full Members of PBJC as of October 1, 2008

A.     Currently enrolled and continuing students

B.    Siblings of currently enrolled and continuing students or siblings of PBJC alumni

C.    Other full member children

II.      Associate Members of PBJC as of October 1, 2008

A.     Currently enrolled and continuing students

B.    Siblings of currently enrolled and continuing students or siblings of PBJC alumni

C.    Other associate member children

III.     Non-Members of PBJC as of October 1, 2008

A.     Currently enrolled and continuing students

B.    Siblings of currently enrolled and continuing students or siblings of PBJC alumni

C.    Other non-members

*If you are unsure of your membership status as of October 1, 2008 , please check with the Financial Secretary before registration begins.  Keep in mind, that only synagogue members who are in good standing in respect to their synagogue dues, may register as members!