Dear Reader

November was definitely a month to be thankful for. Whether it was the police helping us with giving thanksgiving baskets to the families or just the simple kindness that hovered over the rooms this month. We were extra grateful for the days off of school this month, it allowed us to play basketball in the tufts courts and go to the Stone zoo to learn about the animals especially the ones who love the cold weather. We also had a breakfast to celebrate the veterans in our community, we even met the Chief of police. The clubs this month were EXTRA fun, with building a Lego Mona Lisa or starting our no bake club over at little mystic (the treats were always delicious). The lab was used a ton this month to do some special projects like; Sports history Club, making music on Band-Lab, and making our very own vision boards for 2025.

We are so excited for what December has in store for us with the holiday season approaching. And we super excited for the holiday break this year having 2 weeks of vacation!! Don't worry we will be open for a few days to do some fun activities and field trips.

Sincerely,

Your Team at MLC

Douglas 12/15

Staff

Ronaldo 12/5

Laura 12/27

Nilson 12/31

Holidays!

Hanukkah 12-25- 1/2

Christmas 12/25

Kwanzaa 12/26

New Years Eve 12/31

Every day of the week, we create lesson plans according to our daily themes:

Movement/Mindfulness Monday: Activities to get the body moving, whether it's yoga and connecting with their minds, playing kickball, or a game of capture the flag.

STEAM Tuesday & Thursday: Science, math, technology, arts and crafts, oh my! These activities focus on creativity and building.

Service Learning Wednesday: Activities focused on giving back to our community, whether it's making a card for the elderly or picking up trash in our neighborhood!

Fun Friday: Activities based on all things fun! The activities range from cooking and baking to playing at the park.

• Klaus (Netflix)
• The Polar Express
• Peg and Cat "The Hanukkah Problem"
• KT and Me: A Kwanzaa Family Special

1. The MLC & MELC will be open as early as 1:00 pm.

• Somerville Public Schools: Every Wednesday, Friday Dec 20th @12
• Prospect Hill Academy: December 12th
• Medford Public Schools:Wednesday Dec 10th , Friday December 20th
• Stoneham Public Schools: Wed Dec 4th, Thurs Dec 5th Friday Dec 13th

1/2-1/3 December Vacation

Thank you for understanding that the MLC & MELC will be closed. We appreciate your consideration during our planned closing on the following days:

DECEMBER 23rd-25th Holiday break

DECEMBER 30th-31st and JANUARY 1st

Our Parent Meeting will be on Monday, December 9th

• Meetings are on the second Monday of the month unless stated otherwise.
• Parents are responsible for picking up their children at 5:30 pm, eating family dinner together in the community room, and signing them back in for childcare during the meet
• PIP Committee Monthly meeting will be on Monday, December 16th , from 6:00- 7:30 pm at the Mystic Learning Center.

As of September, MLC programs are full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please complete the registration form. You will be notified when a slot opens up.

Click below to learn all of the information about our programs! We're licensed by Massachusetts to provide child care for youth between the ages of 2.9 -13 years old. Youth with special needs can attend up to age 16.

** At the moment we aren't accepting children under 5 due to not having a Lead Preschool teacher.

The Human Service Division of the City of Somerville Department of Health and Human Services is now available to take online referrals for services through a new online contact form. Referrals may be completed by individuals directly seeking services, parents or guardians, service providers, or community partners.

The services provided are available at no cost to Somerville residents of all ages and include:

• Supportive counseling for individuals and families
• Briefcase management
• Service coordination for individuals and families
• Information and Referral to services
• Including mental health services, utility and benefits assistance, workforce development, housing support, youth services, financial literacy, legal assistance, survivor services, literacy, and language development, public health services, substance misuse services for youth.

• School consultation, support, and advocacy