4CCN NEWS
DECEMBER 2024
2025 – 2026 REGISTRATION
Enrollment for current families opens on January 6.
Registration is right around the corner. Current families are offered the chance to enroll early and secure their spot. To enroll, simply visit our website www.4ccn.org and click the Enroll now tab. If you prefer to do a paper registration, just stop by the office and we will give you the paper registration forms. All registration is on a first come, first served basis.
Important Dates
12/23 – 1/1: Winter Break
1/6: In-house registration begins
1/20: No school, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/27: Alumni registration begins
1/29: No school, MCPS off
2/3: New family registration begins
4CCN TOURS FOR PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES
We are currently scheduling appointments for tours. Please help spread the word to your friends about 4CCN. Word of mouth is our best advertising. Please post information on your community listservs, parent groups, and social media. Registration for new families begins Monday, February 3, 2025.
WINTER BREAK
The school and office will close at the end of the school day on Friday, December 20th and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Whether you are staying close to home or traveling, have a safe and wonderful holiday!
STAY AND PLAY
Our second Stay and Play period runs from December – February.
We still have openings available. Children enjoy playing with friends from different classes and participating in a variety of activities. Children get the opportunity to spend time with teachers from other classes as well. We will continue to use the playground during Stay and Play if the weather cooperates. If you are interested in enrolling in Stay and Play, please stop by the office.
PARKING LOT REMINDERS
Parking lots can be dangerous. We want to keep everyone safe. Please remember to drive slowly through the school parking lot. Please always hold your child’s hand when walking through the parking lot. Please do not leave children in your car unattended. Please do not park in spaces designated for no parking. Thank you!
DECEMBER SNACKS
This month we will enjoy graham crackers, juice, trail mix, and a variety of snacks we’ve previously had as we clean out our cupboard before winter break.
DRESSING FOR COLD WEATHER
We will continue to play outside during the winter months. This is a pleasant experience if your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. Please make sure that your child has a warm coat, pants, appropriate shoes, a hat, and mittens. Please make sure everything is labeled with your child’s name.
CARROT SOUFFLÉ RECIPE
Here is a recipe my family enjoys on most holidays. It is easy to make and delicious.
Ingredients
1 lb carrots boiled until soft (I use a bag of baby carrots)
½ cup sugar
3 eggs
3 Tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 stick butter, melted
Combine all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into greased (8 x 8) baking dish