Compass Christmas

Family Christmas Details

Date:
Saturday, December 14th
Location:
Blainbrook Event Center

Full Schedule:

EAST BETHEL
9:45am - PreK arrives to get set up
10:00am - Program
10:30am - Santa, snacks and photos
11:00am - Exit

BLAINE
11:15am - PreK arrives to get set up
11:30am - Program
12:00pm - Santa, food and photos
12:30pm - Exit

ISANTI
2:45pm - PreK arrives to get set up
3:00pm - Program
3:30pm - Santa, Food and photos
4:00pm - Exit

COON RAPIDS
4:15pm - PreK arrives to get set up
4:30pm - Program
5:00pm - Santa, food and photos
5:30pm - Exit

RAMSEY
5:45pm - PreK arrives to get set up
6:00pm - Program
6:30pm - Santa, food and photos
7:00pm - Exit

7:00pm - Clean up

Room Set Up

Brook Hall ballroom will be split down the middle and the right side will be set up with a “stage” and rows of seating. There will be a space to drop off the children performing on this side. The other side will have very little seating, Santa, food and the school showcases.

Expectations

Program
We are following the lead of Ms. Lisa Anderson, as she has lead a wonderful Christmas program at Isanti for many years. Ms. Meghann will be working with the children, during music time, on songs and movements to go with. It's your responsibility to be practicing the songs at least once a day from late Oct. until the day of the program.

Parent Gift
Parent gifts will be presented at the event. Every family should go home with a parent gift. Please look below at the parent gift ideas we have curated.

School Showcase Space
Each school will need to use a poster board or table to highlight their school. Fill it with art, pictures, decorations all that show off your students and teacher’s hard work! If you'd like to have a mini "Art Show", that is another idea for your space.

Marketing/Clear Communication
Be thinking ahead. Be sure that parents are aware of the event and are excited about it! Nora will send out a Save the Date by November 1st and giving out invitations, along with an RSVP list by November 22nd.

November Photo Shoots
Nora will be visiting each center in early November to take Christmas photos of the children. These photos will be used in a Christmas video and can be used as part of the parent gifts.

During the photo sessions, please ensure that the children are prepared, focused, and smiling. Teachers are expected to be present and available to assist with keeping the children engaged and making the process run smoothly. Your support in ensuring a positive experience for the children is greatly appreciated.

To be thinking about...

- What apparel you would like your students/staff to wear.
- What parts your staff will play in the program.
- How the children will be lined up, walking on and off the stage

Day of Duties

Please arrive 15 minutes before the event to be ready before families arrive. If you’re running late, let us know so we can plan accordingly. During the event, lead songs, assist children with motions, and help guide them through transitions to keep them engaged. Showcase all of your time and effort!

Music Audio

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Kids will be wearing antler/santa/elf headbands

Jingle Bells
Everyone will have jingle bells

Deck the Halls

We Wish You A Merry Christmas

Song Motions

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Jingle Bells

We Wish You A Merry Christmas

Parent Gift Ideas

Christmas Photos (2023)

Staff Christmas Party

Date: Friday, December 6th
Location: Blainbrook Event Center
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Full Schedule:
3:00pm-6:00pm - Set Up
6:00pm - Doors Open
6:30pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Gifts and Games
8:00pm-10:00pm - Mingle, games and dessert

- Wear your coziest Christmas pajamas!
- School vs School Tree Decorating Contest (6ft lit tree, each center responsible for bringing decorations)

- Great day to kick off a Secret Santa at your school
- Encourage your staff to attend! It will be a great time!