Getting Ready for First Week

July 7, 2025

Dear Parent/Guardian:

We are delighted to welcome you and your little ones to our preschool family! As we embark on this exciting journey of early education together, we want to extend our warmest greetings and heartfelt appreciation for choosing our preschool for your child’s foundational years. Starting preschool is a significant milestone in your child’s life, and we understand that it can be an equally momentous occasion for parents. Our dedicated team of teachers and staff are here to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can thrive, learn, and develop essential skills.

 

School will commence for Preschool 3- and TK groups (Noor and Khaghogh groups) on Thursday, August 21, 2025, and will be Half Day, dismissal at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 22, 2025, will also be half day dismissal.

 

School will commence for Preschool 2-year-olds (Tsiran group) on Monday, August 25, 2025. thru Friday, August, 29, 2025 dismissal at 11:00 a.m. Half Day.

 

Regular school hours are: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30/3:00 p.m.

 

Drop-off/pick-up schedules:

 

We are implementing staggered schedules for drop off and pick up from the Parthenia Street parking lot.
TK 4-year olds: Drop off between 8:30-8:45 a.m. Pick-up between 2:45-3:00 p.m.
3-year olds: Drop off between 8:35-8:50 a.m. Pick-up between 2:40-2:50 p.m.
2-year olds: Drop off between 8:45-9:00 a.m. Pick-up between 2:30- 2:45 p.m.

 

 

REQUIRED RECORDS:

 

In order for your child to be admitted to school on the first day, you must provide the following completed forms. Please submit the required records to the office prior or before Friday, August 1, 2025.
1. Physician’s Report- ALL IMMUNIZATIONS MUST BE UP TO DATE in order for child to attend the Program.
2. Consent to Administer Tylenol
3. Medical / Dental Insurance Policy information
4. Birth certificate
5. Other consent forms
6. Parent Questionnaire
7. Acknowledgement of Receipt

EXTENDED CARE
Extended care services are offered on a monthly basis only. Please register at the office in advance.
Extended Care Schedule & Fees:
8:00 - 8:30 a.m.- $70.00/month
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.- $70.00/month
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.- $150/month

Monthly extended care charges are due at the time of tuition. Children who are not registered for extended care, and are picked up after 3:00 pm, a fee of $3 for each additional 5 minutes will be charged. Children who are registered for extended care until 4:00 pm, will be charged a fee of $5 for each additional 5 minutes thereafter. The

 

School reserves the right to dis-enroll students from the afternoon extended care program if they are consistently picked up after 4:00 pm.

We would like to request the following:
● Two (2) sets of extra clothing; one set appropriate for winter, the other for summer. These items must come to school stored
in a clear bag with zipper (Undershirt, underwear, T-shirt, pants, socks, a cap, water shoes and a beach towel).
● Baby wipes-minimum of two packs
● Child-size bedding with an attached pillow and elastic corners (Tot Cot) may be purchased on Amazon or Urban Infant.
Bedding comes in a see-through zipper bag.
● Family photo (4x6 size)

TWO YEAR OLDS- ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES REQUESTED FROM PARENTS
 Diapers, baby wipes (minimum of 2 packs and as needed), diaper rash ointment (if needed)

Three and four-year old’s must be toilet trained in order to attend preschool.

 

MEALS
School will provide three nutritionally balanced meals daily including breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks to our children. Organic milk and eggs will be served.

 

UNIFORMS
Please purchase the uniforms corresponding to your child's group from the school office. Navy blue, black or gray elastic waist pants are recommended and can be purchased from other vendors.

 

You can purchase preschool uniforms on the day of the “Meet and Greet”.

 

Uniform prices are: T-shirt (short sleeve) $20, T-Shirt (long sleeve) $25 – Hooded zip-up jacket $30

 

The “Meet and Greet” will be held on the schedule provided below. Parents will visit the classrooms and meet their children’s teachers.

 

We respectfully request that no children be present.

 

“Meet and Greet” Schedule on Wednesday, August 20, 2025:
Khaghogh TK Group - 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Noor Group (3 year-olds) - 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Tsiran Group (2 year-olds) - 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

 

 

Please text the word ALERT 22300 in order to opt in to our text messages. You may retrieve the school’s calendar and other information by logging on to our website: armenianpreschool.org.

 

School Wishlist
As you may know, the monthly tuition at ARS Pilavjian does not cover the cost of the entire operation of the school. Therefore, we request parents to help us by making tax-deductible donations toward purchasing much necessary educational items for the school.

Details are posted on the preschool’s website. www.pilavjianpreschool.org/giving
We are excited to share that our Parent Committee will have a table set up during the Meet and Greet event. This will be a wonderful opportunity for families to learn more about the committee's role in supporting our school community. We warmly invite parents who are interested in volunteering or getting involved to stop by the table, ask questions, and sign up to participate. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference, and we truly value your partnership.

 

As we embark on this wonderful preschool adventure, we encourage you to get involved, ask questions, and share your thoughts and aspirations for your child. We have an open-door policy and welcome your active participation in school activities, events, and parent- teacher conferences. Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s early education. We are honored to be a part of their learning journey and look forward to building a positive and enriching preschool experience together.

 

With warm regards,

Vehik Gabrielian
Director
Holy Martyrs ARS Ashkhen Pilavjian Preschool