2009-2010 Upcoming Events

2009-2010 Parent Calendar (Revised February 2010)

Cuddle up and Read Book Drive, March 1-19
Do you have books that your child no longer reads or has outgrown? Now is the time to clean out those bookshelves! In conjunction with the Cuddle up and Read theme for the month of March, our preschool will be collecting used children’s books. This is an important Outreach Project that benefits the Loudoun County Head Start program, which helps children of low-income families get a ‘head start’ in reading.

Please bring in gently used children’s books between the dates of March 1 and March 19. A drop-off box will be located near the front desk of the preschool.

Thank you for your donations!

ImageWildlife Ambassadors, April 7 & 8
POPS Special Programs has set up Wildlife Ambassadors to come visit all classes during school on Wednesday and Thursday, 4/7 & 4/8. They will do seven “hands on” shows which are a wonderful introduction to all sorts of animals. The kids will love it! Thank you to Ali Johnson for coordinating this event!



ImageSpring Scholastic Book Fair, April 12-15, 2010
This one’s for YOU! Come out to expand your child's library through the Spring Scholastic Book Fair. All books are BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE! Keep an eye out for Teacher wish lists too! The Fair will be open after all drop off times that week. (No proceeds are expected from this event, it’s purely to benefit our wonderful parents and children.) Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to volunteer.

The Original Steakhouse Spirit Day, All Day, April 19, 2010
Show your support for St. David’s and have a wonderful meal at The Original Steakhouse in Ashburn any time on Monday, April 19. Spirit Nights are a great way to have fun and support the preschool at the same time where the business donates a percentage of revenue from our designated day to the preschool. Thank you!

Harris TeeterHarris Teeter Together in Education
Please support the school and sign up online at www.harristeeter.com. To sign up, click the “Together in Education” bar. Choose “Link to your school” on the left menu. Enter in the required info. Enter your VIC number and St. David’s Preschool Code: 6103. That’s it! THANK YOU for supporting our school and for taking the time to register!

Spring Auction! Friday, May 7, 2010
Our largest fundraiser of the year! This year's Spring Auction will be Friday, May 7, 2010. The theme will be "Family Fun" and will feature a live concert by Rocknoceros and a Silent Auction. Preschool families can bring a picnic dinner to enjoy on the church grounds during the festivities. The concert is sponsored by POPS Special Programs and attendance to this event is free.

The Silent Auction activities and items will include class projects, theme baskets, gift certificates, jewelry, hand crafted items, and "Donate a Night Out" to name a few.

We are currently collecting items for donation. If you own your own business, know someone that owns their own business or have contacts in community that would be able to donate for the auction, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Of course other ideas are welcome!! Thank you!

We are looking forward to planning another great auction event in the spring and we need volunteers NOW to begin planning. There are four main areas of volunteers: fundraising/donations, baskets/class projects, event logistics and communications. Please attend the monthly meetings or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it if you are interested in helping out.

2009-2010 Past Events

Tears & Cheers Receptions
Wednesday–Friday, September 16, 17 & 18, 2009

You're invited!!! Please stop by the Church Narthex after you drop off you preschooler for a Tears & Cheers Reception. Meet other parents from your child’s class while the Preschool Directors give you an update on how your child is doing on the first day of school! All this while enjoying yummy treats. (Sponsored by the POPS Board.)

ImageFall Scholastic Book Fair
Monday-Friday, October 5-9, 2009

Add a new book to your child’s collection! Join Parents of Preschoolers (POPS) and Scholastic for our annual fall book fair to benefit St. David’s Preschool. The Fair will be open after all drop-off times, as well as after the Clifford Dinner sessions!

  • Sunday, 10/4, after each service
  • Monday-Friday, 10/5-9, 8:45-9 am & 12:45-1 pm
  • Monday, 10/5, 6:30-7:30 pm
  • Thursday, 10/8, 6:30-7:30 pm

Don’t forget teacher wish lists, too!

Download the Book Fair Flyer

ImageClifford Dinners
Monday & Thursday, October 5 & 8, 2009

We are pleased to invite you to the first family event of the school year. Come join us for pizza, drinks, and Ice Pops, with a special appearance by Clifford, the Big Red Dog! This is a great time to socialize with your child’s teachers, meet your child’s new friends and other preschool parents. Watch your child’s backpack for more information about class scheduling.

Download the Schedule of Classes


ImagePOPS Christmas Sing Along
Friday, December 11, 2009

Join us in a Christmas Sing-Along open to preschoolers, relatives, parishioners and friends on Friday, 12/11, at 6:30 pm in the church. Santa may also stop by. Everyone is invited to stay for informal photos with Santa and light refreshments after the Sing-Along. Sponsored by POPS.



Fostering Your Child's Sense of Confidence & Self Esteem
Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 7 pm
St. David's Episcopal Church Sanctuary

A parenting workshop presented by Margie Lang-Garnhart, LCSW (sponsored by POPS Special Programs.)

  • Healthy Self Concept: What is it and what does it look like in the preschool years and early elementary years? What are the signs of unhealthy confidence and unhealthy self esteem?
  • What parents can do to foster positive self esteem in their children.
  • Challenges to self esteem in young children.

About Margie Lang-Garnhart, LCSW
Margie received her B.S. from Fordham University and her MSW from Hunter College School of Social Work in New York City. In the 15 years since earning her master's degree, Margie has provided a wide range of services to youth, families, and children in a variety of settings. Margie has a special interest in working with youth and parents around issues such as childhood behavior, family relational skills, parenting tools, attachment, and social skills.

ImagePreschooler Self Portrait Tiles Fundraiser

Back by popular demand for current and former students! The evenings of Monday, February 22, and Tuesday, March 2 (make up snow dates), you will have the opportunity to help your child paint a self-portrait on a tile to be mounted on the preschool walls. The cost is $20 for one tile (for preschool) or $35 for two tiles (one for preschool, one to keep) which includes a tile, paints, brushes, glaze and firing of the tiles. RSVP by February 3. To volunteer, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Download the Flyer

Teacher Appreciation Week, February 22
We will be saying a special “thank you” to all of our preschool teachers and staff the week of 2/22! Our two appreciation staff luncheons will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, 2/24 & 2/25. Additional information about volunteering for that week’s activities will follow via e-mail.

Kindergarten Readiness, Monday, March 1, 7 PM
An informational session presented by Joan Garcia, Kindergarten Teacher, Ashburn Elementary School
Are you unsure if your child is ready to enter Kindergarten in the fall or do you just want to know what to expect? If so, plan on joining Mrs. Garcia as she outlines what skills your child needs to be successful in Kindergarten. Please bring your questions and concerns to discuss with the group.

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ImageMad Science, March 4 & 5
POPS Special Programs has set up four Mad Science shows to visit all classes during school on Thursday and Friday, 3/4 & 3/5. The program is Preschool 1,2,3’s and kids will learn something about science and get to taste, touch and feel. This will be a great experience! Thank you to Kerry Smith for coordinating this event!