Hello and welcome!  My name is Mrs. Salvatore and I am going to be         your child’s Pre-K teacher.  The classroom aide is Mrs. Pettit.  We are very    happy to have your child in class.  We are looking forward to a very exciting  and wonderful school year.                                                                          

       I wanted to share some thoughts with you to help make your child’s          first school experience as positive and as stress-free as possible.                  

       Please keep in mind that the clothing your child wears here should be        simple and user-friendly.  He/she should be able to dress and undress             themselves unassisted.  Fancy belts, suspenders and shoes do cause them          problems.  Shoes should be playground safe, comfortable, and the type your    child can take off/put on unassisted.  If they like the sneakers that tie,          maybe you could practice tying.                                                                   

       The only thing your child will need to bring to school is a book bag.  It     should be large enough to accommodate a file folder but, again, please keep it simple.  Your child needs to be able to open and close it unassisted.  The book bags on wheels are dangerous and cause them to trip and fall.                        

       Your child does not need to bring money to school.  Our breakfasts          and lunches are part of our program and are provided free to all                    students.                                                                                                    

       We're looking forward to a great school year!                                       

You many contact either of us at: 518-775-5700 ext. 4100 or by e-mail: dsalvatore@gloversvilleschools.org and spettit@gloversvilleschools.org.