February Newsletter

💖 February Newsletter 💖

Fun, Friendship, and Special Celebrations

February is full of exciting activities and special days at our center. We look forward to celebrating kindness, creativity, and fun with our students all month long.

Special Dates and Events

Wear Your NFL Gear Day
Friday, February 6
Students are invited to wear their favorite NFL team gear in honor of Super Bowl weekend.

Sweetheart Dance
Thursday, February 12
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Please note that the center will close early at 5:30 PM to prepare for the event. We look forward to a fun evening of dancing and celebrating together.

Valentine’s Day Classroom Parties
Friday, February 13
Classrooms will celebrate Valentine’s Day with special parties and activities.

National Pet Day
Friday, February 20
Students are invited to bring in a photo of their pet to share with their classroom.

Special Visitor: Local Dentist
Tuesday, February 26
A local dentist will be visiting our preschool classrooms to talk about healthy smiles and dental care.

Be sure to check out the monthly calendar for even more fun activities happening at the center throughout February.

Thank you for your continued support and participation. February is all about love, kindness, and connection, and we are excited to celebrate with our students and families.

💌 We appreciate you!

This month we are excited to spotlight Ms. Hannah. Although she is new to the center, she has already made a wonderful impact in a short amount of time. Ms. Hannah is a sweet, caring, and loving individual who treats each child with exceptional care and kindness.

She is always willing to help wherever she is needed and makes a genuine effort to get to know every child in her care. Her dedication and nurturing approach help create a welcoming and supportive environment for both children and families. We are grateful to have Ms. Hannah as part of our team.

As temperatures drop, outdoor play remains an important part of our daily routine. Please make sure your child comes to school with:

• A warm coat

• Gloves or mittens

• A hat

Please also ensure your child has a weather-appropriate extra set of clothes in their cubby.

Infants

Young children are learning about themselves, their bodies, and abilities at all stages of infancy. Babies begin to respond to seeing themselves in mirrors and are able to differentiate themselves from others. Infants begin to recognize basic body parts and will be able to identify their own. Children will respond to hearing their names and will seek eye contact and make social gestures. Infants also begin to develop preferences for items and people. Babies learn to express their wants, needs, and feelings through a range of sounds, facial expressions, and movements.

Toddlers

Children at this age are developing self-awareness by naming body parts, recognizing images of themselves, and learning to speak their names. Toddlers can compare their physical features to others and recognize similarities and differences. These young children are beginning to develop independence and show pride in their accomplishments.

Twos

At this stage a two-year-old’s personality is shining through. Every child is a unique individual. Children are beginning to discover their likes and dislikes, creativity, curiosity, fears, talents, and sense of humor. Teachers can encourage a child’s individuality through his or her interactions and by listening to each child and supporting the child’s interests. Children at this stage need the support of trusted adults to nurture and encourage the development of their unique qualities.

Preschool

The goal for this month is to provide an environment where children can express their creativity and showcase their talents. The focus is to create a warm, supportive, and inviting space for children to be themselves. During this unit, the children will be given the opportunity to share ideas, talents, and abilities with one another.

• Individuality: the qualities that make someone or something different from all others
• Creativity: the ability to develop and express ourselves and our ideas in new ways
• Talent: a special ability that allows someone to do something well
• Humor: the ability to express and understand what is funny or amusing

The goal this month is to help the children realize how they are unique individuals with different abilities and personalities. Our focus will be to help them develop a sense of self, build their selfesteem, and encourage them to feel comfortable expressing themselves. The children will learn the meanings of individuality and creativity. They will recognize each other’s talents and sense of humor.

• Individuality: having qualities that make someone or something different from all others
• Creativity: developing and expressing one’s self and ideas in new ways
• Talent: having a special ability that allows someone to do something well
• Humor: expressing and understanding what is funny or amusing

• Label everything – Please put your child’s name on all clothing, bedding, lunchboxes, and water bottles.

• Extra clothing – Be sure your child has a full set of season-appropriate extra clothes in their cubby.

• Health & Wellness – If your child is feeling unwell or has a fever, they must remain home until symptom-free for 24 hours.

• Tadpoles App – Check daily for photos, curriculum updates, and important messages.

• Communication – We value strong partnerships with families! Please feel free to reach out anytime with questions, concerns, or feedback.