Mrs. Picht was my Kindergarten teacher at Roosevelt School. I enjoyed our class so much. She had various "work stations" set up for art, reading, dress up, etc. . . This was long before other teachers were using "stations" in their classrooms. She was years ahead of her time in her teaching techniques and one of the best kindergarten teachers around.
I felt like a professional painter using an easel, oversized paintbrushes & "artist smock" in her class. Reading time was always a delight as well. The "Rest time" on the rugs was a challenge,to be still and try to be quiet at 5 years old. I'm sure she had a time trying to get us to actually "rest."
Thanks for all the special memories.
My deepest sympathies to your family.