Dear 4CCN Families,
Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year!
This time of year, is filled with many emotions. It is always very exciting to begin a new year. Each year
brings some change as well as the familiar. The quiet halls are filled with children’s laughter (and some
tears) and parents reconnect with friends they have not seen all summer or connect with new friends.
Along with the excitement of a new school year, there is anxiety for children and parents who are
experiencing the first day for the first time. In just a few short weeks as the routine becomes familiar
and that anxiety fades. Whether you are cheering as you leave school or filled with tears we will make
your child’s/children’s experience(s) memorable while they are here at 4CCN.
The area is seeing a spike in COVID cases. Maryland Department of Education has released a statement
regarding COVID cases and outbreaks. We will continue to follow CDC guidelines for COVID. The
memorandum from MSD is attached to this newsletter for your reference.
One of my favorite parts of my job is to greet you and your children in the morning. Please be patient as
I learn everyone’s names. I am at the front door mornings and afternoons. I look forward to seeing you!
Wishing families and staff a fantastic 2023-2024 school year!
Susie Ostermeyer
Director
SEPTEMBER 2023 DAYS TO NOTE:
September 4 – No School, Labor Day
September 5 & 6 First Day of 2022 School Year!
September 25 No School
4CCN CALENDAR ON WEB SITE
For quick check on upcoming dates at 4CCN, please check out our calendar on
the web site. It is now on the home page. This is a quick and easy reference to
school closings and activities.
4CCN STAFF for 2023-2024
4CCN has been fortunate to consistently retain staff from year to year.
We have had some changes and movement from last year. Here is a list of
who is where in 2023-2024:
MWF 2s Ashley Campbell & Buffy Stutz
T/Th 2s Amelia Temenak & Sarah Jacobs
5-day 3s Jodi Siff & Rachael Wetter
MWF/WF 3s Sarah Jacobs & Katie Keach
MWF 4s Allison Nadelhaft & Kate Spigler
5-day 4s Alana Kravitz & Kathleen Ficco
5-day 4s Carla Temenak & Sara Robb (MWF) & Allison Nadelhaft (T/Th)
We welcome our newest staff members Sara Robb & Katie Keach.
Please check out all the staff bios on our website’s staff page.
New 4CCN Staff for 2023-2024
This year we welcome two new staff members to 4CCN; Sara Robb and Katie Keach.
Sarah Robb will be working with Carla Temenak in the 4-year-old classroom and Katie Keach as the aide
in the 3s classroom with Sarah Jacobs.
Both Sara & Katie are 4CCN parents, have a true understanding of children and will make wonderful
additions to the 4CCN staff. Welcome Sara & Katie.
TUITION PAYMENT
4CCN has enrolled in a payment option through QuickBooks.
Each month, you will receive an invoice with an option of paying via bank
transfer. You many also schedule payments with your bank to arrive by tuition
due date or drop off a check. Tuition invoices are sent to emails on file on the 25 th of each month
(August – April). Payments are due by the 5 th of the following month.
A $20.00/week late fee will be assessed for late payments. Your first tuition payment for the school year
is due on September 5 th .
PLAYGROUND SECURITY CAMERAS
Over the summer we had 2 security cameras installed. One facing the front gate of the playground, the
other facing the playground towards the backside of the fence. Last year we agreed to install fence
screening as well as cameras. The cameras do not take the place of staff or parents being aware of their
surroundings. If you see something suspicious, please say something to a 4CCN staff member or if it is
more urgent call 911 ASAP and then let a staff member know.
4CCN List Serve
Some communication regarding upcoming events, emergency closings and
general 4CCN happenings is made via email. If you have not been receiving
emails regarding Open House and the start of school or you would like to be
added to the list, please send me an email at 4ccndirector@gmail.com.
September Snack
In the month of September, we will serve graham crackers and apple juice for the
entire month. In October we will rotate snacks each week. Snack menus will be
posted in the newsletter each month.
Allergy Check
If your son/daughter has an allergy, please make sure it is noted in your child’s health inventory and on
their emergency form.
PARKING
We are fortunate to have a very large parking lot. You can enter the lot from two
locations, one from University Blvd and a rear entrance from Eastwood Ave.
There are other tenants who use the building and parking lot. Hold your
children’s hands when walking through the parking lot. Never leave children
unattended in your car while you drop off siblings.
For the safety of all families and children, the first 4 parking spaces by the front
door will be blocked. This includes parking in front of the playground. Cars
backing up while families are entering and exiting is too dangerous. Please do not park on the outside of
the yellow lines. We have many families entering and exiting and blocking the traffic flow makes for a
very dangerous parking lot.
FALL CONSIGNMENT SALE
Mark your calendars! The Fall Consignment Sale is quickly approaching! This year's fall
sale will be held the week of October 23 rd . We will have a huge selection of season
specific children's clothing (NB-size 12), plus toys, books, games, baby gear, costumes,
and maternity clothing for sale.
An event of this size can only be successful with the help of many hands. Please help
us make the most of this sale, our one and only fundraising event at 4CCN, by signing
up for and completing your required volunteer shift(s). A link will be sent to you in a few
weeks for you to sign up for a shift. Our chairpersons for this year are Sara Robb and
Brittnay Hammond. The consignment sale email is consign4ccn@gmail.com if you have
any questions.
JOB OPPORTUNITY AT 4CCN
4CCN Substitutes
We are always looking for substitutes to fill in when a staff member needs a day
off. If you are interested in substituting, please contact Susie Ostermeyer for
more information 4ccndirector@gmail.com.
4CCN SECURITY
A camera/door buzzer is located to the right of our front door. Other than drop off
and pick up, the door will be locked. If you come during the school day to drop off
or pick up your child, please ring the intercom, identify yourself and we will buzz
you in. The inside doors are also locked during the school day, you will be given
the code for the inside doors at Open House.
4CCN Annual BBQ!
Weather permitting, we will have the BBQ on Friday, September 29 th from 5 pm -dusk.
Classrooms will be open from 5-5:30 for to meet the staff, and see what is happening in the classrooms.
Hot dogs and sides will be served on the playground. Family members are welcome to join!
More information will be emailed to you in a few weeks.
Guest Newsletter Contributor
Laura-Lee Nuttall is an RN and freelance writer. She is a mom of 3 children ages 12, 5 & 4. She will be
writing articles for our newsletter on topics which I hope are relevant to you and you enjoy reading. Our
September topic is Healthy Lunches for Picky Eaters. Her newsletter is attached, I hope you find the
information helpful! If there are any topics which you are interested in, please let me know. I
appreciate any feedback!