June will be full of lots of fun activities: Water Play Days, Nature Walks, and a Field Trip to see Zoo animals & 25th Anniversary Celebration
Exciting News from the Judy Center at SES!
We are thrilled to announce that Jana Boddy will be joining the Judy Center at SES as our new Early Childhood Liaison/Family Service Coordinator on June 2nd. Jana will also serve as our Playgroup Teacher, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in early childhood education. We are excited to welcome her to the team and look forward to the energy and expertise she will share with our families. Please join us in giving Jana a warm welcome!
June Activities at the Judy Center at SES
The month of June will be filled with engaging activities and joyful celebrations for our playgroup families! On June 9th, we will celebrate the end of the school year with the fabulous Willy Woo Woo Spring Carnival and Foam Party, joined by Pre-K and Kindergarten siblings and friends. It promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone!
Throughout the month, families and their children will:
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Enjoy water play and nature walks
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Plant seeds and help maintain the school garden
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Participate in classroom activities focused on learning about zoo animals, using Frog Street lessons:
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Week 1 – Monkeys and Apes
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Week 2 – Elephants and Kangaroos
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Week 3 – Giraffes and Zebras
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Week 4 – Lions and Tigers
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To cap off our zoo animal module, we’ll take an exciting field trip to the Smithsonian Zoo in Washington, DC at the end of the month. We will end the month with our 25th Anniversary Celebration at Conquest Beach! Please RSVP to join us! We look forward to a month full of learning, laughter, and exploration!
Please Welcome Jana Boddy to the Judy Center at SES
Jana Boddy is a seasoned early childhood educator and advocate with over 25 years of leadership in preschool and child care settings. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Studies from Walden University and is actively involved in various national and state early childhood boards and councils. Since beginning her career in 1997, Jana has worked in roles from infant educator to mentor, including managing programs in private and nonprofit settings. She leads professional development and participates in panels with NAEYC, MDAEYC and Peace of Mind Inc. Jana is a dedicated advocate, engaging with organizations such as NAEYC, MDAEYC, The Council for Professional Recognition, and early childhood coalitions at local, state, and national levels. She was featured in NAEYC’s Young Children journal (Fall 2024) supporting play and inclusion in Early Childhood settings. Outside of work, Jana enjoys traveling, competing with her adult hip-hop dance team, and attending educator development events. She is also the proud mother of an adult daughter studying international affairs.
Our Services Are Free!!!
- Child Care Provider Support
- Community Outreach
- Field Trips
- Home Visits
- Family Engagement Activities
- Materials to Support Home Learning
- Nutritious Meals or Snacks and Drinks
- Parent Education
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Resources and Additional Services
- Tues./Thursday Playgroups
How Do You Enroll in Judy Center at SES Services??
- Email us at elizabeth.miller@qacps.org or jana.boddy@qacps.org
- Call 410-438-3887
Judy Center Early Learning Hubs serve families of children (birth through age 5) residing within their school's catchment area. They also serve children, who reside anywhere in Queen Anne's County; if a child has an IEP or an IFSP.
