January Newsletter

Happy New Year, Kiddie Academy families!

As we welcome 2026, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued partnership and trust. We are so grateful to be part of your child’s early learning journey and are excited for all the growth, fun, and learning this new year will bring. January is the perfect time to start fresh, build new routines, and enjoy special moments together at the Academy.

January Fun Days & Celebrations

We have even more exciting ways to add fun and creativity to our January schedule! Be sure to mark your calendars and join us in celebrating:

• Wednesday, January 7 – Wear Green for Ms. Evelyn’s Birthday 🎉

• Friday, January 16 – Flannel Friday

• Tuesday, January 20 – Pajama Day

• Tuesday, January 27 – Toasty Tuesday
  Wear your favorite cozy sweater to stay warm and comfy.

• Thursday, January 29 – Mismatch Day
  Mix and match your outfits for a day full of fun and individuality.

These special days are a great way for children to express themselves, build excitement, and enjoy learning in a playful way.

Thank you again for being a part of our Kiddie Academy family. We look forward to an amazing start to 2026 and can’t wait to see what this year has in store!

Warmly,
Your Kiddie Academy Team

This month, we are excited to give a special shout-out to Ms. Cristina from our Infant Room. Ms. Cristina is an incredible member of our Kiddie Academy family who truly pours her heart into caring for the children each day. She shows so much love, patience, and attentiveness to every infant in her care, helping them feel safe, comforted, and secure. Her dedication to creating a nurturing and welcoming environment makes a lasting impact on both the children and their families. We are so thankful to have Ms. Cristina as such a valuable asset to 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

The goal this month is to help children become aware of others in the room. Infants who have been in the classroom for a while now may have formed bonds with teachers and rely on their caregivers for security. Because of this trust relationship, caregivers can help children become interested in other children and begin to form social relationships with peers. Younger infants will seek out social relationships by making eye contact with others. Older infants will begin to learn the names of other children in the room and will begin to feel a sense of affiliation with the group.

Toddlers

At this stage, toddlers are beginning to recognize their role in a group and to participate in cooperative group activities. Young children show increasing understanding of simple rules but may need adult guidance. Toddlers show interest and enjoyment in others and recognize family members and friends by name. They are beginning to be able to express themselves and rely less on adults to solve conflicts.

Twos

At this stage, children are beginning to learn how to play appropriately with others. This skill can be challenging for 2-year-olds. Children enjoy being with one another; however, they are often not prepared to handle the complexity and the newness of relationships with others. This month the focus will be on providing children with opportunities to play alongside each other and to develop friendships.

Preschool

The goal this month is to help children understand that each person has his or her own abilities and strengths. We should celebrate our differences and learn about one another. Children will need guidance to understand how to treat those who may act or do things differently from them. In turn, the children will learn what loyalty means and how being loyal to one another despite our differences and similarities is important in being a valuable member of their class and community.

• Acceptance: treating everyone with respect and understanding, regardless of differences; understanding how we are alike and different
• Forgiveness: the act of letting go of negative feelings toward a person who has caused hurt or harm
• Loyalty: a feeling of devotion or faithfulness toward family members, friends, country, or a cause in which we believe
• Teamwork: working together with other people to get to the same result

Pre-k

The goal this month is to focus on the ways we can work toward getting along with others in a group. The character traits of acceptance and forgiveness are essential for establishing a peaceful community. Loyalty ensures that there is support. And, finally, learning how to work together as a team helps the community to be successful.

• Acceptance: treating everyone with respect and understanding, regardless of differences; understanding how we are alike and different
• Forgiveness: letting go of negative feelings toward a person who has caused hurt or harm
• Loyalty: feeling devotion or faithfulness toward family members, friends, country, or a cause in which one believes
• Teamwork: working together with other people to get a shared result

We love growing our Kiddie Academy family through word of mouth and community support. If you refer a family to Kiddie Academy, you will receive one free week of care after the referred family completes their first 30 days of enrollment. Your trust and recommendations mean so much to us, and this is our way of saying thank you for sharing our community with others.

Bring a little winter magic home with this easy sensory activity:

Instant Snow Sensory Box

• 1 cup of baking soda

• Add water one tablespoon at a time

• Mix until the texture is light, fluffy, and powdery—just like snow!

This is a fun, hands-on way to explore textures and creativity at home.

• 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.