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🧡 FACE Meeting Highlights – September 24
At our recent Family Advisory Committee (FACE) meeting on September 24, we had some exciting updates and shared valuable information with families.
📄 All slides and meeting notes are available below – check them out to stay informed and connected!
Make Plans to Join Us in November! -> (No registration - open to all CCS PreK Families)
📚 Storytime Adventures at CML Main Library
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 96 S. Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
Explore the world of books, early literacy, and imagination with us!
We’ll have:
✅ Story Time
✅ Library Scavenger Hunt
✅ Hands-On Activities
✅ Book GiveawayThis is a perfect family event to inspire a love of reading and learning. We hope to see you there!
Update: Registration Closed for Move & Boo at the Zoo
Registration for this event is now closed. -> Families who signed up will receive an email with instructions and event details.
Thank you to everyone who signed up. We look forward to a fun morning of movement, learning, and zoo adventures with our Pre-K families!
For families who aren't going to the zoo;
Join Columbus Metro Parks for their annual Fall Fest at Slate Run Metro Park!
October 11th from 11am-3pm
Free, Family Fun activities include:
– Hayrides
– Corn maze
– Face painting
– Fall Crafts
– Archery with Outdoor Adventure
– The Slate Run Living Historical Farm
– Local Vendors and Food Trucks
and so much more!!
Come out to the Buzzards Roost Picnic area at any time on October 11th between 11am-3pm
🖥️ Virtual Family Engagement EventsJoin us from home to stay connected, learn tips, and share input. All sessions start at 6:00 PM.
📅 2025–2026 Virtual Schedule:-
Sept. 24 – F.A.C.E. Welcome to Pre-K
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Oct. 29 – Webinar: Progress Reports & Conferences
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Nov. 12 – F.A.C.E. Behaviors & Strategies
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Jan. 28 – F.A.C.E. Kindergarten Enrollment / School Lottery
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Feb. 25 – Webinar: Therapists & Differentiation
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Mar. 25 – F.A.C.E. Spring Break & Summer Options
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Apr. 15 – Webinar: Kindergarten Transition & Summer
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🎉 Pre-K Kickoff at the Grange Audubon Center - RecapWe had a wonderful time this past Saturday at the Pre-K Kickoff held at the beautiful Grange Insurance Audubon Center!This year’s Kickoff was held in collaboration with WOSU and the Grange Audubon Center, and it was a huge success! Families explored nature, enjoyed CCS resources, and enjoyed hands-on learning activities.See the full recap, activities, and resources here:
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CCS Student/Family Safety Policy, Immigration Concerns Smore Link - Click Here
Did you know the ESL Department has a designated call center in over seven foreign languages?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bhCffGWRyd4_VxOUZXEXnDimsmEDk4Xr/view
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📚 Curriculum Connections for Families
PreK families, you can dive into the curriculum with our hand flyer! It's full of tips and links to help support learning at home. (See the flyer below - You have received these at orientation)
Download here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGOBdJsiVE/wMHM2fqrbDGJEsvDCrj6bQ/edit
Pre-K On My Way
Families can visit the PreK On My Way Family Exchange every week for music, ebooks, and activities!
Website: www.scholastic.com/prekonmywayfamily
Password: Scout
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WOSU: Second Saturday Kids Days
Second Saturday Kids Days are FREE events that take place at the WOSU headquarters.
The next Second Saturday Kids Day:
Second Saturday Kids Day
Saturday, October 11, 2025
9:00-11:00am
WOSU Ross Community Studio
1800 N. Pearl Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201 (View Map)Follow your curiosity at the next Second Saturday Kids Day! This month, we have exciting hands on learning experiences and activities. Meet special guest Clifford from the hit PBS series Clifford the Big Red Dog!
WOSU Ross Community Studio 1800 N. Pearl Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
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Future Ready Five
Check out Future Ready Five for more resources for Kindergarten Readiness.
See: https://futurereadyfive.org/families/
Kindergarten Readiness Text Tips
Are you signed up for these great, FREE readiness resources?
- Bright by Text: BBT is a free texting service that sends developmental tips and tricks right to your phone. The content is based on your child's date of birth, so it is targeted right at your child's developmental stage. Sign up today!
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🖥️ PreK Family Engagement Resources
Need access to all the monthly ECE newsletters? Everything is on the ECE Family Engagement Page and you can access newletters here: https://www.ccsoh.us/Page/11845
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Triple P - Free Parenting Workshops
St. Vincent Family Services: Behavioral Health
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Click to view the video below about Pre-K Report Cards.
