Hello, September!!
We're settling into the new school year with excited new faces, familiar routines, and a lot of laughter. Thank you for trusting us with your little one this month.
What we're up to this week
Our classrooms are exploring fall colors and the changing season with nature walks, leaf collages, and story time outside.
Fall open house
Drop in, meet the teachers, and see the classrooms.
Picture day
Individual and class photos in the morning.
Staff in-service day — school closed
Closed for staff training. No regular care available.
Our day
Daily Schedule
A Gentle & Joyful Flow of Our Day
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Warm Welcome & Soft Start Play
Arrival, cozy greetings, and gentle low-energy choice centers.
- 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Morning Fuel (AM Snack)
Nourishing morning bite and hydrating drink to power up our morning.
- 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Circle Time & Musical Harmonies
Gathering together for songs, calendar, weather, rhythm, and group sharing.
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Hands-On Discovery & Learning Adventures
Interactive activity centers, guided learning projects, fine motor skills, and sensory exploration.
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Outdoor Fresh Air & Playground Exploration
Gross motor movement, fresh air, running, games, and nature connection.
- 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Community Lunch & Table Manners
Enjoying a wholesome meal together while practicing social skills and conversation.
- 12:45 PM – 1:00 PM
Storybook Wind-Down & Rest Prep
Cozy storytelling, soft music, and transitioning mind & body toward relaxation.
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sweet Dreams & Quiet Time
Restful naptime and quiet recharge for our growing minds and bodies.
- 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Afternoon Refresh (PM Snack)
A tasty, energizing afternoon treat after rest.
- 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Creative Expression & Open Play
Art studio, imaginative play, free choice centers, building, and collaborative fun.
- 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Winding Up & Warm Goodbyes
Clean-up routines, reflection on the day, cozy closing activities, and parent pick-up.
Nutrition
Weekly Menu
| Meal | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Snack | Whole Grain Cereal, Milk | Whole Wheat Crackers, Cheddar Cheese | Plain Yogurt, Sliced Bananas | Hard-Boiled Egg, Grape Halves | Goldfish Crackers, Apple Slices |
| Lunch | Steamed Rice Lentil Cake, Lentil Soup, Steamed Carrots, Apple Slices, Milk | Cheese Quesadilla, Black Beans, Steamed Broccoli, Watermelon Cubes, Milk | Whole Wheat Pasta, Baked Tofu & Kidney Beans, Steamed Green Peas, Orange Slices, Milk | SunButter & Jelly Sandwich, Cottage Cheese, Roasted Cauliflower, Pineapple Pieces, Milk | Nuggets, Brown Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Blueberries, Milk |
| PM Snack | Hummus, Cucumber Sticks | String Cheese, Sliced Pears | Steamed Edamame, Whole Grain Crackers | Animal Crackers, Sliced Strawberries | Graham Crackers, Orange Slices |
Monday
AM Snack
Whole Grain Cereal, Milk
Lunch
Steamed Rice Lentil Cake, Lentil Soup, Steamed Carrots, Apple Slices, Milk
PM Snack
Hummus, Cucumber Sticks
Tuesday
AM Snack
Whole Wheat Crackers, Cheddar Cheese
Lunch
Cheese Quesadilla, Black Beans, Steamed Broccoli, Watermelon Cubes, Milk
PM Snack
String Cheese, Sliced Pears
Wednesday
AM Snack
Plain Yogurt, Sliced Bananas
Lunch
Whole Wheat Pasta, Baked Tofu & Kidney Beans, Steamed Green Peas, Orange Slices, Milk
PM Snack
Steamed Edamame, Whole Grain Crackers
Thursday
AM Snack
Hard-Boiled Egg, Grape Halves
Lunch
SunButter & Jelly Sandwich, Cottage Cheese, Roasted Cauliflower, Pineapple Pieces, Milk
PM Snack
Animal Crackers, Sliced Strawberries
Friday
AM Snack
Goldfish Crackers, Apple Slices
Lunch
Nuggets, Brown Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Blueberries, Milk
PM Snack
Graham Crackers, Orange Slices