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16th November 2011

The Art of Living Well

The Art of Living Well – Oct 11

“As Seen In The Art of Living Well Magazine, October 2011 Edition”

11th October 2011

12th August 2011

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Day 2011-Results

Congratulations to all The Malvern Schools for raising $48,945 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand
Foundation…it’s all about our kids helping kids!!

5th August 2011

Surviving Back-To-School

Like many young children, Andrew Scheller, who will turn two next month, had some adjustment problems when he was ready to head back-to-school. This Moorestown, NJ, toddler’s fear began as soon as his mother’s car turned into the Malvern School parking lot. Once in the classroom he cried as his mother, Pamela, left him alone. While she was filled with guilt, and worried about her young son, she knew he was in the capable hands of his pre-school teacher, Rachel.

Most children experience some form of stress when the new school year begins. Allaying their fears through positive reinforcement, and highlighting memories of past positive school experiences, can give them the head start they need to transition from the relaxation of the summer season to the academic rigor of the fall.

Almost all children, especially young ones, experience varying degrees of separation anxiety when they leave the carefree days of summer behind for the routine of a new school year. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers parents detailed back-to-school tips that range from helping them get through the first day, and developing good homework and study habits—to healthy eating and dealing with the schoolyard bully.

Kristen Waterfield, president of the Malvern School, which focuses on early education, is also the mother of four young children—two boys and two girls. She knows first-hand the importance of establishing a routine to help kids deal with the inevitable fear of leaving the security of home and returning to an unfamiliar school environment. “All children will feel some sort of alienation from their parents and friends when the summer is over and they head back- to- school,” said Waterfield.

“The most important thing parents can do is talk to their children, and get them excited about the adventures that they will experience as the new year begins. But for me, personally, organization is key. Children need a routine and explaining to them what they will be doing in school and what is expected of them really helps with the transition. Also, it’s important for them to know that change and flexibility are good, and being open to new and different experiences will help them enjoy school even more.”

Some of the tips Waterfield recommends for easing younger children back to school are: taking them shopping in late summer for their favorite school supplies and clothing; putting special items in their backpacks that remind them of home or their fun summer experiences; spending extra time with them before school starts and talking about their concerns and anxieties; easing them in to and keeping them on a more regimented routine; and above all, loading up on extra hugs and kisses.

Teachers can also play a part in the successful transition from summer-to-school, especially during the critical first week. “Our teachers, as part of their curriculum, explain to the children exactly what they are going to learn, and talk about what their schedules will be like,” Waterfield added. “They also encourage them to share their experiences, and help them feel comfortable with getting to know their new schoolmates, meeting new friends, and understanding what is expected of them both academically and socially.”

“The Malvern School’s daily structure has eliminated the initial fears Andrew experienced and the guilt I carried,” said Scheller. “Today, as I walk out of his classroom, he waves goodbye with a big smile.”

Waterfield added that arming kids with the right emotional support, as well as sending them off to school with their favorite school supplies, can make all the difference. “Transitions are a natural part of life, and for young children especially, they can be quite a challenge. As parents, we can do a lot to ease their anxiety, and make experiences such as going back to school, actually positive, growth moments.”

3rd August 2011

Watch Malvern School President Kristen Waterfield during Alex’s Lemonade Stand CBS3 Phone Bank Day

8th July 2011

Malvern School Hosts ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND at 20 PA and NJ Locations to Help Fight Pediatric Cancer – Wednesday July 13, 9 am – 4 pm

The fourth annual Malvern School Alex’s Lemonade Stand Day will be held at each of the 20 school locations. Schools are located in Chester, Montgomery, Delaware and Bucks counties in PA, and Camden, and Gloucester and Burlington counties in NJ. Visit www.malvernschool.com to find a school near you.

For the fourth consecutive year, The Malvern School has hosted this event and has to date raised over $69,000 for the children’s charity. In 2011 The Malvern School was recognized by the ALSF as one of the TOP 100 individual fundraisers for the foundation in this area.

Each Malvern School location will feature a decorated “Alex’s Lemonade Stand” and sell fresh lemonade or paper lemons to the general public to raise funds and awareness for the Alex Scott Foundation and their fight against pediatric cancer.

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of a cancer patient Alexandra “Alex” Scott (1996-2004). At the age of 4, Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer. Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement, complete with thousands of volunteers across the country carrying on her legacy of hope. To date, the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation has raised more than $45 million towards fulfilling Alex’s dream of finding a cure, funding over 200 research projects nationally. Visit www.alexslemonade.org for additional information.

This June, Malvern School was again a proud sponsor of the Alex Scott: Stand For Hope Phone Bank on CBS3. Malvern School president, Kristen Waterfield is compelled to continue the school’s contribution to the ALSF by reaching out to the families and communities near each of their school locations and asking them to support the Malvern School Alex’s Lemonade Day at each school to raise additional funds and awareness in the fight against pediatric cancer.

The Malvern School is a private early childhood education facility with 20 locations in PA & NJ. The Executive Director of each school will host an individual “Lemonade Stand” open to the general public at each location.

CONTACT: Media Contact: Sugartown Communications, attention Joan Ford Goldschmidt 610-296-7870 or jg@sugartowncommunications.com.

7th July 2011

Best of Montgomery County

Congratulations!  Again this year The Malvern School was voted Best Daycare and One of the Best Nursery & Preschools in Montgomery County through voting for the Best Of in the Times Herald Newspapers.

6th June 2011

Alex’s Lemonade Stand CBS3 Phone Bank Day

Be sure to tune in to CBS3 this Thursday, June 9, to support the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Phone Bank. The Malvern School is a proud sponsor of this event for the fourth consecutive year. The Malvern School has raised close to $70,000 for this foundation. Kids helping kids.

Also, join The Malvern School for their fourth annual Alex’s Lemonade Stand Day on Wednesday July 13, 2011 at any of the 20 Malvern Schools in PA & NJ. Since 2008 The Malvern School has been the proud sponsor of the CBS3 Alex Scott Stand For Hope Phone Bank each June and continues its efforts to help in the fight against pediatric cancer with a school wide lemonade stand each July. In 2010 The Malvern School was named one of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation’s Top 100 Fundraisers.

To date The Malvern School has raised more than $$69,231.00 in donations. Each school will have special events and family fun as well as individual hours for each lemonade stand.

You can donate online at http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/73134.

25th May 2011

The Vote for the Best Pre-school in Montgomery County

The Malvern School is in the running for the Best Pre-school in Montgomery County!!  Go out and get a copy of The Times Herald…ballots will be available June 2, 3, 6 & 7.

5th April 2011

Week of the Young Child

The Week of the Young Child starts next week at all Malvern School locations
For more information contact your local Malvern School.

25th March 2011

PS/PK Registration Night

Join us Wednesday, April 13th from 6:30-8:00pm at all Malvern School locations.
Don’t miss out-register now for Fall
RSVP to your neighborhood school!

25th March 2011

Week of the Young Child Celebration

Join us at all Malvern School locations during the week of April 11th – 15th.
Contact your local school for a schedule of events.

14th March 2011

Shape Up for Spring!

Join us at The Malvern School of Montgomeryville for our “Shape Up for Spring” Fitness Day on Monday, March 21st from 9-11am. We will be doing fun exercises and activities to get our bodies moving and in shape! For more information please call 215-699-0900

4th March 2011

Malvern School Summer Program

Explore the Wonders of the World
Summer Camp Program
June 20th to August 26th
Call your neighboorhood Malvern School for more information

2nd March 2011

Family Fitness Night at Bounce-U

The Malvern School of Oaks will be having a Family Fitness Night, Thursday, March 10 at Bounce-U in Oaks PA. The cost of the event is $7.00 per child, parents are free-even if they want to bounce. We will provide light snacks and juice. All are welcomed!

A RSVP is required since space is limited. For more information and to RSVP for this event please call 610-415-9900.

2nd March 2011

Open House

The Malvern School of Medford is having an Open House on Friday, March 11 from 9am-5pm. Join us for a Celebration of Ready-let magical storyteller Tom McDonnell help you find the magic in books of Dr. Seuss. For more information please call 609-654-4500.

2nd March 2011

Come Play for a Day

Come Play for a Day and the Bug Lady will be at The Malvern School of Voorhees on Thursday, March 10 at 10am. To join the fun just call 856-489-4440 for more information!

2nd March 2011

Dr. Seuss Magic Show

Tom McDonnell will be presenting his Dr. Seuss Magic Show on Tuesday, March 8 from 10am-11am at The Malvern School of Montgomeryville. What could be more fun than magic and Dr. Seuss! Call 215-699-0900 for more information.

28th February 2011

Dr. Seuss Story Celebration

Join The Malvern School of Montgomeryville for a Dr. Seuss Celebration on Wednesday, March 2 starting at 10am. Have fun listening to classic stories and creating fun Seuss-inspired crafts! 215-699-0900

23rd February 2011

“Souper Supper & Express Tours”

Join us for a mug of soup and warm up to all we have to offer! Thursday, March 10 – 6:00-7:30pm at The Malvern School of Upper Gwynedd – 610-699-0909