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Adelyn’s Big Hug
Mrs. Rambala’s Yoga Class
Jennifer Rambala conduct a Tom Thumb Yoga Class https://youtu.be/XI3jRNOmvzI
Thank you from Joey
Hello, We want to thank you all for an amazing year! Joey enjoyed himself so much. He talks about missing school and his friends often. He absolutely loves his new medal! He’s very proud, as you can...
Gianna and Sabrina Wearing Masks
Hello Mrs. Cancro & Mrs. Brophy: We just wanted to say hello and tell you how much we miss Tom Thumb. The girls took a photo together and wanted to send it to you. Gianna is so sad to hear about...
Adelyn- Home Projects
Praying Mantis Project Adelyn is observing the life cycle of a praying mantis for Science. Right now we have a hardened egg sack and she is impatiently waiting for the nymphs to hatch! Adelyn's...
Maya Working on Shapes
Hi everyone- Hope all are healthy and well. Maya working hard tracing! Sending our love!
The Quickest I Miss You
Kevin saying I you to Miss Chervin https://youtu.be/sfNQOFQHIgY
Bella
Hi Nancy I hope this email finds you well and all the staff is doing well. We just want to thank you and your staff for all that you have done with Bella. She sees shapes and letters in everything...
Sofia Enjoying the Outdoors
Jennifer a staff member at Tom Thumb sent a picture of her daughter, Sofia, enjoying the sunshine outside. Both Jennifer and Sofia miss Tom Thumb.
Mason’s Picture for Teacher Appreciation
Good morning Nancy! I hope this email finds you and the Tom Thumb family all well and safe! Mason wanted to share this picture that he drew for Teacher Appreciation Week that he would love posted on...
Sammy, Maddie & James
Cousins Sammy, Maddie & James miss Tom Thumb and Thumbelina very much! We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy! Maddie would have been graduating next week, and understands she won’t go...
Cailey’s Mask
Cailey misses Tom Thumb so much. She misses her friends, Mrs. Brophy, and her teachers Mrs. Kowal and Mrs. Pappas! The R Family
Jackie and Lia Wearing Masks
Jackie and her sister Lia are practicing safety with their masks on. They have been wearing gloves too and practicing social distancing! Jackie misses all of her teachers and friends very much! She...
I Never Get Tired Hearing From You
I never get tired hearing from our Tom Thumb Kids. Keep those messages, pictures & videos coming. They help keep me stay strong and planning for a great future. I miss you all. Mrs. Brophy
Lucas Became a Big Brother
I hope this email finds everyone healthy and well. We are truly missing school, as Lucas asks every morning if he gets to go to school today. He is truly missing all of his friends and teachers....
Teacher Appreciation Day!
Hi Tom Thumb, We would like to say thank you and let you all know you are appreciated for all you do!!! Thank you for being such patient, loving educators ? Please forward this to Ms. Tracy &...
We Wear our Masks Too!!!
Hi Tom Thumb! The girls wanted to show you that they wear their masks too! Amanda, Emma, and Rylee. They all really miss their teachers and friends! We hope everyone at Tom Thumb is staying healthy...
Thank You Note from Kat
Dear Mrs. Brophy, Thank you for everything you do. Thank you for teaching my kids music, to sing and dance and be creative. To enjoy science and learning. We talk about measurements, Joseph hears...
Hudson Wears his Mask
Hudson Wears his Mask so He can Ride his Scooter Yes, Hudson is the same kid playing the drums, click on "Tom Thumb Student Home Drumming" to see the video,
Adelyn and Aubree
Adelyn and Aubree Wearing their Masks
Maya Misses Everyone!!
Hi everyone I hope you are all safe and healthy the K family misses you all very much. Sending our love! https://youtu.be/Qybk3n5SC8g
Jack Misses Tom Thumb!
Jaxson Wear his Mask
Jaxson loved seeing the videos from you all today! He wanted to show Mrs. Brophy that he has a superhero mask too! Stay safe everyone we miss you!
Tom Thumb Senior Wearing His Mask
Mrs. Brophy has been wearing her mask when she leaves home and is next to people. All our Tom Thumb Teachers and Assistant Teachers wear their mask, too. Don't Forget to: Stay 6 feet away,...
Missing Our Tom Thumb Family
Hi Mrs. Brophy, We just wanted to send you a little note to let you know that our children AJ & Lily are really missing Tom Thumb! They miss their teachers, their friends, learning and...
Tom Thumb Student Home Drumming
Tom Thumb Student Playing Drums at Home for Fun! To Participate in Home Activity #12 – Drum Just for Fun, Click Here
Wash Your Hands Song & Lyrics
Here are the lyrics to Wash Your Hands Song by Gary Pane that appears in Home Activity #2. Click here to download the PDF file of the lyrics. Wash Your Hands Song By Gary Pane – “The Manatee...
Brush Your Teeth Video from Our Students
I received an email on April 3 from a Tom Thumb parent with a wonderful attached video. Although I know the family dearly and love the kids, I am keeping their identity confidential. Anyone viewing...
Conan’s Video to Mrs. Brophy
Conan is a Tom Thumb Student with a Message Conan teachers are Mrs. Cappello and Madame. [video width="1920" height="1080"...
2020 Lakeland Education Foundation Honorees
Gala Casino Night When: Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 7 pm to midnight Where: Viiia Barone 466 Route 6 Mahopac, NY How to Attend: Click on Gala Casino Night RSVP Card The Lakeland Education...
School Closing Due to Inclement Weather
A Quick Reminder School Closings –Winter is here. Listen to the local radio station for school closings and delayed openings {WHUD (100.7) FM} or go online to WHUD-Storm Center. Look for Lakeland...
Tom Thumb is Building a New Website
Tom Thumb Website History Tom Thumb Preschool was founded in 1968. The Internet was not in existence then as it is today. At that time, we advertised in the Penny Saver and we got our students...
Kids Gala & Casino Night
Mark your calendar for an exciting and fun Charity Event - March 14, 2020 Kickin' It Up for the Kids Gala & Casino Night Saturday, March 14, 2020 Villa Barone at 7PM...
October 2019 Monthly Newsletter is Available
Tom Thumb & ThumBelina Newsletters for October 2019 Tom Thumb Newsletter -Oct. 2019 ThumBelina Program Newsletter - Oct. 2019
Thank You for His First School Experience
Dear Mrs. Brophy, We're so happy we decided to enroll our son at Tom Thumb this year. This was his first school experience & his first time being away from family. He was so nervous! Your...
Thank You Note from The O Family
It was so nice sitting with you at dinner on Tuesday.  Thank you for taking such great care of my children over the years.  If every leader of education was like you, the world would be a better...
ThumBelina 2’s Program Thank You from the R Family
Thank you so much for all that you do for the kids. Cailey transitioned right into ThumBelina this year and is loving it. She comes home singing songs, telling stories and playing "school". We hope...
2019 Thank You Note from Jordan
Thank you for all of your patience, kindness and support with Jordan. He has already made so much progress in your care. We appreciate each of you immensely. Warm Wishes Jordan & Family...
2019 Thank You Note from Cariana, Kami and Sean
Just wanted to let you know how much we love Tom Thumb. This is Cariana's 2nd year and we are absolutely blown away by how much she learns and grows! Thank you for running a top notch program with...
Class of 2018 – Jake’s Graduation
Jake's First Milestone of Educational Success Cheers to Jake for a job well done. At Tom Thumb, our entire staff is proud and gratified to have worked with each student of the Class of 2018 to...
2018 Thank You Note by Olivia
Dear Nancy, In 2016 we were building a new home in a new town. Going from place to place looking for the best place for my girls was (both) tedious and terrifying from the moment we met; I knew I...
2018 Thank You Note by F Family
Dear Mrs. Brophy, Thank you for providing Ava with a wonderful pre-school experience. Not only was Tom Thumb a safe and loving environment. I truly feel Ava is prepared for Kindergarten! Thank you!...
2018 Thank You Note by Millie
Ms. Brophy, Thank you for a great year in your lovely school. Have a great Summer! Fondly, Millie
2018 Thank You Note by Shea
Dear Mrs. Brophy, The most valuable decision we made for James was the decision to enroll him at Tom Thumb. He has grown so much during his time at Tom Thumb in ways we feel could not have happened...
2018 Thank You Cards by O Family
Dear Ms. Brophy, Thank you so much for all your help with Jake and Ben this year. They love Tom Thumb and always have so much fun. They always come home with ten's of stories about their day. See...
Meet Thomas a Tom Thumb Graduate – College Bound
Tom Thumb Graduate College Bound "Thank you, Nancy, for his preschool foundation. You are always in our thoughts and hearts. Thomas is now in his senior year of high school. He is getting ready to...
50th Annual Spring Musical Show & Graduation Ceremony
Tom Thumb Preschool 2018 Graduation Graduation Dates for Classes that Meet Monday-Wednesday-Friday Mrs. Gaspari MWF Room 6  - Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Mrs. Cichetti MWF Room 3 - Monday, May...
Tom Thumb Alumni Chosen Soldier of Month
Brian Fitzgerald, a Tom Thumb graduate was chosen as Soldier of the Month.
How Many are Tom Thumb Graduates?
The answer is 13. Nancy Brophy and the Bride, Jessica Greene Stoke, are not Tom Thumb Graduates. All the others that appear in the larger picture below are Tom Thumbers that have graduated from 1990...
Lake Mohegan Fire Department
The Lake Mohegan Fire Department Visits Tom Thumb Preschool Mohegan's local heroes visited our school. The kids were able to meet the firemen and get very close to huge shiny Fire Truck. Our...
Thank You Note by Shea and Adam M
Dear Mrs. Brophy and Staff, Thank you so much for such a wonderful school year. James loves coming to Tom Thumb, and we are so appreciative of your kindness and understanding towards the children....
Thank You Note By I. Family
To Mrs. Brophy and the Tom Thumb Staff, Thank you for providing such an amazing center! My son has learned and grown so much over his time here. I never waived about him at Tom Thumb! He was so...
Thank You Note by Luca N
Mrs. Brophy is #1! Dear Mrs. Brophy, Thank you for running such an amazing school. Lucas first school year was an amazing one! He will never forget you, all his lovely teachers and, of course, Tom...
Thank You Note by LS
Dear Mrs. Brophy, Thank you for another wonderful school year. Your staff is so attentive and helpful and it is a comfort to know JJ is in good hands throughout his day. We are so excited to...
Thank You Note by Ingrid O
Dear Mrs. Brophy, I know you don't like gifts but I wish I had something fabulous for you anyway. Nothing would express how grateful I am for you and your school and what you have done for my...
Thank You Note by Leila, Michael and Shelly V.
Dear Ms. Brophy, I cannot thank you enough as a parent in the type of care, love, dedication and education you and your staff give to the community. Tom Thumb superseded my expectations on what a...
The Highest Compliment
The highest compliment our parents can give us is to refer Tom Thumb Preschool to their friends and family. Thank you for your Trust. There is also another way to give us a compliment, write...
Stay & Play Club – It’s Not Only for Pre-K
Stay & Play Club is an After-School Program for Kids from Kindergarten through 5th grade Our After-School Program has limited space and there is busing available from the local Elementary...
Note from Leanna
To Mrs Brophy, It is with a heavy heart that I write this to inform you, this will be Elisiana's last week at Tom Thumb. I had visions of her graduating Tom Thumb just as I did many years ago. .......
Thank you Note from Abigail
Dear Mrs. Brophy, ,,, Thank you for all that you do. We are so grateful for Abigail 's first school experience at ThumBelina. Abigail adores her teachers and new friends. We are truly grateful for...
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