Ms. Megan's Pre-K Class and Ms. Anna's Two's Class got together and made Snowflake Watercolors!

Ms. Megan's class cut out the snowflakes and Ms. Anna's class decorated them!

Ms. Jeanne's class is got into the spirit of the season by building an igloo!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Workshop

Studies suggest that as many as 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 20 boys will experience sexual abuse before their 18^th birthday.  Given these statistics, it is important for parents to be informed about how to protect their children from harm.

The Westhampton Day School has invited an educator from the Virginia League for Planned Parenthood to offer a workshop for parents about child sexual abuse prevention. 

This workshop will cover basic information about

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Signs of abuse

How to respond appropriately

Ways to limit the opportunity for abuse

Please join us to learn how we can keep every child safe.

Tuesday, February 5, 2014

5:00-6:00

Westhampton Day School Cafeteria

Child Care is provided

Please RSVP to Alex at alexbrandmahl@westhamptondayschool.org

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[1] The National Center for Victims of Crime

Dear Westhampton Folks,

Happy New Year!!

On behalf of SPRC, I am trying to spread the word about our staff opening.  We are seeking a part-time Director of Children's & Youth ministries.  Please share this ad with anyone who might be interested.  We also encourage you to print out the attached ad and post at your local businesses, especially schools, day cares, coffee shops, etc.

Thank you for your assistance with this important process!

Christy

SEEKING DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S & YOUTH MINISTRIES 

Westhampton UMC (Richmond, VA) announces an opening for a Director of Children’s & Youth Ministries to help build young disciples for Christ. Presently, Westhampton UMC is a small, intergenerational congregation with a dynamic group of volunteers committed to faithfully nurturing our children and youth. This position averages 10 hrs/wk, including Sundays. Responsibilities include providing oversight and implementation of programming for children and youth. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Candidates must be a team player and have a passion for working with children and youth. The ability to connect with persons of all ages and communicate effectively with them is essential.  Strong planning and organizational skills, including the ability to create and manage online sign-ups as well as recruit and coordinate volunteers, are required.  A mature and well-articulated relationship with Jesus Christ is essential, along with a commitment to practicing Christian discipline and embracing United Methodist doctrine and theology.  A thorough background check is required. Please email a cover letter, résumé, and 3 references to SPRC@westhamptonumc.org. Or mail to: Westhampton UMC, Attn: SPRC; 6100 Patterson Ave. Richmond, VA 23226.