Happy Independence Day! We will be CLOSED Monday July 4th, have a safe and wonderful holiday. Will be honoring Pioneer Day on Monday July 25th. Tender Years will have a sign up for that day posted in the office. Please indicate whether your child will be here or not so we can staff accordingly.
Our children are really enjoying all of our summer and outdoor activities. Please make sure that they always have sunscreen here that is labeled.
Kona Ice Day
Kona Ice Day has been a huge hit with all of our children. We always love doing special treats and events for the kids. Upcoming Kona Ice Days are July 8th and Aug 15th. Please feel free to dress your child in a Hawaiian themed outfit! The Kona Ice Van will be here at 10:00 on those dates and $1.50 is added to your account.
Summer Camp
Summer Camp has been going perfectly! I had the pleasure of accompanying them to the water slides last Tuesday and I was extremely impressed with how well the children conducted themselves and followed the rules. They had a BLAST! It made me want to attend Summer Camp everyday! Deana and Judy are working very hard to make sure all parents know about upcoming field trips and what to bring. Each week they will give you a note that explains what is happening and needed for the following week. Please send your child prepared for the day’s activities so they can fully enjoy them.
Parent’s Night Out: July 15th
What is Parent’s Night Out? Once a month some of our teachers host a night where you can bring your child(ren) and have a night to do whatever you like! Babysitters are expensive but Parent’s Night Out only cost $15.00 for the entire night ($10.00 for any additional children). This includes crafts, activities, and dinner. The teachers do a great job of planning many fun things to do so the kids stay occupied and have fun. Children not attending the center may come to Parent’s Night Out as long as the parent fills out a form before they leave. All the money earned goes towards new toys, supplies, and equipment for our classrooms. Parent’s Night Out begins at 5:00 PM and ends at 11:00 PM (you can drop/pick up your child whenever you like during that time frame). This month it is on Friday July 15th. Sign up is in the office. You must pre-pay with check or cash.
Scholastic Book Orders
Scholastic Books do not do orders in July. They will start again at the end of August.
Transportation for the 2011-2012 School Year
If your child will be attending school (K-6) next year and you are in need of transportation please sign the form in the hallway. Every school we transport to is listed. Please sign up so we can plan for next year. There is also a list for children who will be attending only when they are off track.
Doughnuts With Dad!
We had a wonderful time celebrating Father’s Day with some of our Dad’s! Hope you enjoyed the breakfast and we will see you again next year!
INFANTS, WADDLERS, & TODDLERS
We are ready to enjoy this beautiful weather! Please make sure we have labeled sunscreen here for our walks and outside time. Please label ALL your child’s diapers, wipes, cups, bottles, blankets, and extra clothes. If you have not signed and returned the Infant Policy handout please do so. We would like to do a water day with some of our older babies. This will be July 6th and 27th. Please send a swimsuit or extra pair of clothes, towel, and sunscreen (all labeled please). Thank you!
2 YEAR OLDS
Miss Nicolle – Please make sure your child always has a full change of clothes in their cubbie. Don’t forget to pick up your daily note that is taped to our door. Every day I post these so you can know how your child’s day was. Dress Hawaiian for kona Ice Day on July 8th and 22nd. Please remember that if your child is wearing flip flops that they need a strap on the back which prevents them from tripping.
Miss Mayra – Have a wonderful 4th of July! Please remember that sandals need to have a strap on the heel which prevents the children from tripping. Please remember to take home your child’s blanket on Fridays to be washed and returned on Mondays. Don’t forget to check your child’s art folder.
Miss Tamara – Happy 4th of July! Don’t forget to check art folders. Please make sure there is a full change of clothes in your child’s cubbie. If they are sent home in their spare clothes please remember to wash and send them back the next day.
3 YEAR OLDS
Miss Yoli – Wear red, white, and blue on Friday July 1st to celebrate Independence Day! Friday is Show-and-Tell. Your child may bring one toy to share (no weapons please). Please only bring toys on on Show-and-Tell days. If you are able, please donate a box of tissues to our class. We still need them even in the summer and our supply is getting low. This month we are working extra hard on writing our names; please practice at home. You can help your child by first talking about what letters are in their name and then writing them. Happy Birthday this month to Henessi and Addison!
PRE – KINDERGARTNERS
Summer is finally here and it’s getting very warm. Please dress for the warm weather but remember that we have air conditioning on so if your child wants to put a jacket in their cubbie they are welcome to. Our class will be having Water Days every Wednesday for the rest of the summer. A note will be posted on our door to remind you and inform you of the things your child will need (swim clothes, towel, and sunscreen). Our class will be starting Kindergarten in 1-2 months. In order to help our class prepare we are phasing out nap time. Please help your child prepare also by adjusting their bedtime so they can get plenty of rest. Don’t forget to empty out your child’s cubbie on Fridays, wash the items, and return them on Mondays.
SUMMER CAMP
Water Day is on Mondays. Please remember to send water clothing and sunscreen. We still require the children to wear shoes during water day so please send shoes that can get wet or an extra pair to change into. If you signed up for the 4th of July parade we are so sad to report that we will not be participating this year due to not enough children being in town. We will plan extra ahead so that we can be a part of this next year. Don’t forget to pick up any notes for upcoming field trips from Deana or Judy.
SCHOOL AGE
Water Days are on Mondays. If your child is out of school please make sure they have water clothes, towel, sunscreen, and shoes that can get wet. We will be walking to the park on July 28th; remember to sign up for the activity in the office. It is also important that we have a signed release form for sunscreen. All schools will be out July 4-25. Year round schools will start up again on Tuesday July 26th. Make sure you are on our transportation list in the hallway so we can planning on picking you up!
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We are proud and honored to be a part of your child’s physical, social, and educational development.
Sincerely,
Jessica Drage, Owner
Tender Years Child Care & Learning Center