PIFS Tag

23 Oct

Published on October 23, 2014 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

  Most parents are aware of the importance of building confidence and self-esteem in their children. How to do it effectively? One way is to listen when they talk and then respond, to let them know you take their ideas seriously. Ask their opinions at times. Spend uninterrupted time with them to show you enjoy their company. Building self-esteem often involves a lot of “Good jobs.” We praise children for just about anything they do, from drawing...

03 Oct

Published on October 3, 2014 in Education & Programs by

Last Spring, parents and children at Putnam Indian Field School (PIFS) planted nine organic gardens on the school grounds to encourage and celebrate healthy eating.  The gardens were part of the school’s move to organic, non-GMO, more fruit and vegetable filled lunches. In between the many vegetables, the children planted marigolds (to discourage bunnies), herbs and nasturtiums.  [caption id="attachment_5146" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Marcella Kapsaroff, PIFS mom and Garden Committee Chair shows children the fruits of their gardens.[/caption] Tomatoes of all...

28 May

Published on May 28, 2014 in Education & Programs by

Putnam Indian Field School Summer Program: June 23 – July 24, 2014 PIFS specialty – helping each child feel comfortable and happy in a school setting. Trusting the teacher – playing with mates – art, block building, listening to stories, water play, outdoor fun.  Watch your child grow in competence and confidence before your eyes! No swimming or field trips – fully air-conditioned building, experienced teachers. Monday - Thursday, 9 AM to Noon Click here for an application. ...

30 Apr

Published on April 30, 2014 in Education & Programs by

The children of Putnam Indian Field School (age 2 – 5) created individual and group work to display for their parents. The children were inspired by the works of artists Yayoi Kasuma, Vassily Kandinsky and Claude Monet. The Annual Art Show, held on the weekend of April 25 -26, allowed parents to see what their children had been preparing for weeks. One Nursery class imitated a Kasuma project by decorating a white room, white furniture and white...

07 Apr

Published on April 7, 2014 in Mom of the Week by

What do you love to do with your children? 1.  Travel.  Here we are at Bled Castle in Bled, Slovenia when my son was 13 months old. 2.  Read with them. My 13-year-old and I are reading Ray Bradbury's Dandelion Wine together for her required nightly reading.  Neither of us understands the story but we love the way it's written.  It's like looking into another world and not understanding what you're seeing but knowing that it's beautiful. My 4-year-old...

28 Feb

Published on February 28, 2014 in Education & Programs by

Serving both Fairfield and Westchester County families, PIFS Summer Camp for children ages 2 1/2 ~ 5 years old is located at their beautiful school campus in Greenwich, CT.  Putnam Indian Field School is a special place with exceptional teachers who are used to comforting and inspiring small children.  Give your child the gift of warm and nurturing learning experiences with small groups of children.  Their summer activities include art, music, water play, stories, block building and dramatic...

17 May

Published on May 17, 2012 in Parties & Events by

At the latest Putnam Indian Field School Teacher Appreciation dinner, the Moms running the event purchased Party with Moms shirts to wear while hosting.  After dinner, the event livened up, as you can see from the photo below.  This is a perfect example of Moms doing nice things for the teachers and then joining the fun.  It is the Moms way of saying thank you to the teachers who care for their little ones all...