SPONSORED POST - Roosevelt Island Day Nursery NYC Universal Pre Kindergarten Application Deadline March 3

The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN) reports:

RIDN NYC Universal Pre Kindergarten (UPK) Application deadline March 3.

Still haven’t applied to #preKforAll? You now have until Friday, March 3 to complete your application: https://t.co/uca7K4CQyZ pic.twitter.com/6pxLgLlb9s

— NYC Public Schools (@NYCSchools) February 27, 2017

RIDN Offers FREE inspired and exciting progressive approaches to learning for young children in all areas of development – from early literacy and math to the arts.

Supportive and nurturing teaching by teams of experienced educators in our small non-profit setting.

Weekly schedules include project-based learning, outside time, music enrichment classes, free healthy snacks and lunches, and much more!

Last day to apply for FREE full day UPK classes has been extended to Friday, March 3! All children with 2013 birthdays are eligible to apply.

Apply online here.

Visit RIDN to learn more about our programs.

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery Hosting Makers Tent For June 11 Roosevelt Island Day - Seeking Donations Of Unwanted Materials To Upcycle And Repurpose

The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN)

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is hosting a June 11 "Makers" event

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as part of Roosevelt Island Day and is asking for donations of unwanted materials to upcycle and re-purpose. According to RIDN Assistant Director Tamara Troadec:

"Maker" events are popping up across the US and many other countries. Maker events are part of a global trend that views children as highly competent and capable, and honors their imagination and natural ingenuity by offering a selection of exciting materials and the space to work with them, unhurried, whether alone or in collaboration with others.

RIDN is very excited to be sponsoring our own first annual "Maker Tent" at Good Shepherd Plaza, from 12-3, on Saturday, 6/11. Everyone who participates will receive a fun and unique "Maker" memento to take home. Low tables will be made available for smaller children, and drying racks for projects will also be on-hand.

Make/Explore/Invent/Play: What You Can Do at the Maker Tent.

At the Maker Tent, children and grownups will be able to create art or sculpture to take home, tinker with materials, or just play around. There will be traditional art materials (paper, markers, glue, scissors, etc), as well as lots and lots of junk and "loose parts" to inspire ideas and exploration.

Seeking Donations of Unwanted Materials to Upcycle & Repurpose

So far, RIDN has collected lots of great junk: buttons, yarn, old Christmas ornaments, eyeglasses, phone cases, fabric, and corks, to name a few. If you happen to have any junk/collections you wish to get rid of, please consider donating it for this community event.

Junk Sought:

• fabric scraps/swatches,
• carpet or tile,
• little containers (with or without lids),
• wood pieces,
• picture frames,
• paper,
• envelopes,
• clean plasticware,
• ribbon, string, yarn,
• natural materials (stones, pinecones, seashells, etc),
• biodegradable packing peanuts,
• screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, wire cutters (mini or small-sized versions),
• costume jewelry, 
• old computer keyboards, 
• old electronics, cameras, clocks, 
• art materials (paint, glue, tape, canvas, brushes, markers, pencils), 
• random doodads (a bead, a key, a marker cap), 
• etc.

Contact: Tamara Troadec, Assistant Director, 212.935.3747, or assistantdirector@ridn.org

Here's more on Maker Faires



for kids.

More on June 11 Roosevelt Island Day

at this previous post.

Pamela Stark Named Executive Director Of Roosevelt Island Day Nursery

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According to this Press Release from the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery:

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery Announces New Executive Director

The Board of Trustees of Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN), a progressive independent community preschool serving Roosevelt Island families since 1975, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pamela Stark, Ed.M., M.S., as the school’s​ E​xecutive Director.

Ms. Stark’s comprehensive knowledge of early childhood education, her success in building RIDN’s infant­ toddler program, and her leadership as Interim Executive Director since May 2014 have been outstanding. The Board is confident that under her direction RIDN and its exceptional faculty will continue to serve the Roosevelt Island community with one of the very highest quality child­centered preschool programs in New York City.

Reem Berro, Chair of the Board of Trustees, notes, “I am thrilled that Pam accepted her new role as RIDN’s Executive Director. The board and I are confident that she is the best person for the job given her long history with the school and proven record of exceptional leadership.”

A thorough recruitment process was conducted by the Board’s hiring committee, which was composed of current and former RIDN parents, faculty, and alumni. Three of the committee members also have experience as preschool directors. This search process made it evident that Ms. Stark’s outstanding qualifications and experience uniquely position her to advance the mission and vision of the school, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

Pamela Stark received her B.A. from St. John’s College, her Ed.M. in Early Childhood Special Education from the Bank Street College of Education, and her M.S. from Columbia University’s School of Social Work. Ms. Stark served as a consultant to RIDN for fourteen years, leading trainings and workshops and advising parents and faculty on a wide range of early childhood developmental and educational issues. She joined the school in 2011 as the Director of RIDN’s new Infant ­Toddler program at 405 Main Street, building on her knowledge and expertise to shape and lead an outstanding child­centered program for RIDN’s very youngest learners.

UPDATE 2/26 9 PM - Ms. Stark

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Roosevelt Island Day Nursery Open House Dates Scheduled This Month - Call For Appointment

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Received the following message from Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN):

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery

OPEN HOUSE

You are invited to tour our school at

4 River Road & 405 Main Street

River Road

Tuesday March 13, 2012; 9:00 - 10:00 am

Tuesday March 27, 2012; 9:00  - 10:00 am

River Road & Riverwalk

Saturday March 31, 2012; 10:00am—12 Noon

Please call 212-593-0750 to make an appointment to attend an Open House at either location

More information on Roosevelt Island Day Nursery from previous post and their web site.

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery School For Children Ages 3 Months to 5 Years Registration Begins This Month

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Are you Roosevelt Island parents looking for child care nursery program close to home? If so, you may wish to consider the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN) for your child. According to RIDN web site:

The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN) is an international school whose population reflects the rich ethnic, cultural and racial diversity of the Roosevelt Island community. The Day Nursery provides infant, toddler, preschool and Universal PreK programs for children ages 3 months through 5 years.

RIDN is located in two sites offering views of the East River the Queensboro Bridge and the NYC skyline. Each school provides opportunities for year round outdoor play in well equipped playgrounds and beautiful green lawns.

RIDN has been serving the community for over 30 years and welcomes visitors to see and learn more about our many programs.

The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery sent the following information regarding their upcoming Registration process:

Registration for Roosevelt Island Day Nursery's Programs for children from ages 3 months to 6 years, for both River Road and Riverwalk Crossing locations

*Tuesday, March 20 and Wednesday March 21- Priority Registration for families currently enrolled at River Road and Riverwalk Crossing (including siblings and alumni families)
*Thursday, March 22- Priority registration for Riverwalk Crossing residents who have no current or previous affiliation with RIDN
*Tuesday, April 17- Open registration for the community

Registration will take place at the RIDN located at 4 River Road, from 8am-3pm.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
All registrations must be accompanied by a 10% deposit (5% for those families applying for financial aid) to secure a place for your child.

 More information on RIDN available at their web site including tuition and financial aid information.

The RIDN is one of the applicants for Roosevelt Island Public Purpose Funds and intends to use any grants awarded to supplement their financial aid program for Roosevelt Island residents.

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery Open House Saturday April 2 For Pre-School Age Kids

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Are you a Roosevelt Island parent of a pre-school age child looking for day care? If so, you may want to check out the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN) which will be holding an Open House on Saturday April 2 from 11 AM - 1 PM.

More information on RIDN is available at their web site.

Infant/Toddler Teaching Job Available With Roosevelt Island Day Nursery

Are you interested in a job as an Infant/Toddler Teacher with the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery? If so, this December 14 listing from Craigslist may be of interest.

 Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher
○ Full-Time position to begin January 2011
○ BA or AA in Early Childhood Education, considered
○ Masters in ECE and NYS certified, preferred
○ Experience working in an early childhood setting (0-3), REQUIRED 

Click here to apply.

Roosevelt Island Day Nursery Registration Starts Today For January - June 2011 Program

Are you the parent of a two year old Roosevelt Islander? If so, you may be interested in the the following information from the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN):

Announcing.........

a NEW program for the NEW YEAR!

Half Day Two's is a 5 morning class (9 am-12 noon) for 2 year old children born between April and December 2008.

Registration will begin on December 7th! 

According to the RIDN:

The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery (RIDN) is an international school whose population reflects the rich ethnic, cultural and racial diversity of the Roosevelt Island community. The Day Nursery provides infant, toddler, preschool and Universal PreK programs for children ages 3 months through 5 years.

RIDN is located in two sites offering views of the East River the Queensboro Bridge and the NYC skyline. Each school provides opportunities for year round outdoor play in well equipped playgrounds and beautiful green lawns.

A 2009 Main Street WIRE article has more on the RIDN:

After more than 30 years in one location, the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery will soon be adding a second facility. The addition will be located in Building #6 of the Riverwalk project, and will be known as the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery at Riverwalk. The age group served there will be three months to three years. (After age three, children can attend the present facility at 4 River Road. When a student reaches age five, a parent has two options ?the Day Nursery for a year of kindergarten, or a transfer to kindergarten at PS 217.)...