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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...
Santa Claus Visits Tom Thumb
Santa Visits Tom Thumb Preschool on Video https://youtu.be/fR05sym6b9Y https://youtu.be/-7bs8qqi4aE https://youtu.be/ReQsLf3fCcQ https://youtu.be/bvTQVxrs8rU https://youtu.be/6IznBlcFxOQ
Cullen Malzo Hero
Cullen Malzo, Tom Thumb Graduate Cullen Malzo, a 2001 graduate of Tom Thumb, is nothing short of a hero. After two teenage girls from Mahopac were involved in a car accident on Thursday, November...
Just Thanks
Dear Nancy and all of the Tom Thumb Staff, I wanted to just take the time to say thank you so much for the wonderful summer you gave to our daughter Alejandra. Nancy, although we could not afford at...
Tom Thumb Alumni in Olympics
Meet Mohegan Lake's Olympian, Melissa Gonzalez Melissa is Lakeland High School's field hockey superstar. Melissa is going for the gold in Rio by competing as part of the USA Women's Field Hockey...
Thank You Note from Cheryl H.
Ms. Brophy, I am very sure you get many of these letters but I needed to tell you once more. I am so impressed, everyday, with what you have done with that school, and how it affects the lives of...
Thank you note from Patricia A.
Dear Mrs. Brophy, I couldn't help but think of Tom Thumb and you yesterday as Charlotte finished her last official day of high school.  I was just remembering the banner at preschool graduation...
Tom Thumb Alumni Thank You Note
A Tom Thumb First We receive many thank you notes from parents about the value of Tom Thumb and the terrific results of our program. We always appreciate the feedback and your praises. We try to...
A Typical Summer Camp Rainy Day
What Can You Expect at "Catch Us If You Can" Summer Camp during a Rainy Day? When it's a rainy day at our summer camp, we still have activities and play inside our Tom Thumb Facilities. The children...
A Thank You from Roberta
Ms. Brophy, We met each other about one month ago when visiting your school for my son, Cayden. He has just started to attend ThumBelina this week and seems very excited. My husband and I have...
Thank you from Marty
Hi Nancy, Thank you so much for being a part of my farewell dinner, and for the card and gifts. It was a very special night for me. I didn't know your email address but knew I could find Tom...
Parent Feedback
"It's always wonderful to hear about our Tom Thumb graduates. We never tire of the accolades from both parents and Lakeland Kindergarten teachers. But, it shouldn't be a surprise.Tom Thumb Preschool...
Tom Thumb is Getting Ready for the Mini-Olympics
We are all polishing our Olympics skills Tom Thumb students are getting ready for the 2016 Mini-Olympics. We have queued the music and our students are walking-through this year's program at Dynamic...
Stay & Play Includes Optional Gymnastics Classes
Last year, we introduced gymnastics classes in our after-school program. This new option provides a terrific value for parents by delivering to their children fully supervised and quality gymnastics...
Tom Thumb Campus Update
UPDATE: Tom Thumb Campus now has room at our facilities to accommodate therapists who need to see children that will receive special services (for: speech, occupational therapy and physical...
Tom Thumb Preschool Kids at the Paramount
Daisy Jopling Appears on Stage with Tom Thumb Students On December 6, 2015, Daisy Jopling internationally renowned violinist, brought a Holiday Show to the PARAMOUNT Hudson Valley Theater in...
2015 Business Person of the Year
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce 17th Annual Dinner Dance and Awards Celebration - 2015 Honoree, Nancy Brophy, for the Business Person of the Year Nancy Brophy is the founder and owner of the Tom...
2015 Thank You Notes from Tom Thumb Parents
This year we received a large number of thank you notes and cards. Nancy Brophy choose the top 7 "thank you notes" to publish on the website. These notes are the voice of our customers and we...
Stay & Play Now Offers Gymnastics
Gymnastics classes are now part of our After School Program. Starting in September 2015, Tom Thumbs Stay & Play Program will provide optional gymnastics classes. Parents have requested this...
The Wizard of Oz at the Paramount In Peekskill
Dear Nancy, Hope all is wonderful. We wanted to share some exciting news with you. Gabbie Sansone, (former Tom Thumber) has been cast in the feature role of Dorothy Gale in the Musical version of...
The Power of Play
Tom Thumb Cornerstone Philosophy Learning to me has always been an adventure that brought me excitement and satisfaction as a student growing up and later as a teacher and Director of Tom Thumb....
Thank You Note from the V Family 2014
At the end of the academic school year, we received many, "Thank you Notes". The following is a snapshot image of a note we received in June of 2014. It's always a pleasure to receive these notes....
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