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Dear Families,
February offers us a meaningful opportunity to learn together and reflect on the values we nurture every day at LEAP. This month, as we recognize Black History Month and also celebrate Friendship, our classrooms are focusing on experiences that support kindness, respect, and appreciation for the many stories and voices that shape our communities.
Across all age groups, children are exploring books, music, art, and conversations that highlight fairness, empathy, cooperation, and the idea that everyone belongs. Through friendship-building activities, children practice caring for one another, using kind words, taking turns, and learning how to be part of a community. These experiences are thoughtfully designed to be age-appropriate and meaningful, helping children build understanding, connection, and belonging. At LEAP, this work is part of our ongoing commitment to creating inclusive environments where all children feel seen, valued, and connected.
To support this work I encourage our families to continue these conversations at home, you might ask your child what it means to be a good friend at school. Families can support this learning by talking about kindness, listening to others, helping friends, and including everyone in play. These everyday conversations help children connect what they are learning at school to their experiences at home.
📅 Important Reminders
☕ Coffee with LEAP – Thursday, February 12: We look forward to welcoming families to Coffee with LEAP, a relaxed space to connect, ask questions, and build community together.
📌 Center Closure – Monday, February 16: The Children’s Center will be closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents’ Day.
🤝 Family Council Meeting – Thursday, March 12: We value our partnership with families and invite you to join us for our Family Council meeting on March 12. This is an opportunity to share feedback, hear updates, and collaborate as we continue strengthening our program together. Your voice matters, and we hope you can join us.
⏰ Early Release Reminder: Every Thursday at 3:00 PM
📝 Important Reminder: Please utilize CareConnect as a tool to report absences. This way office staff and teaching team is being notified immediately.
📰 Previous Newsletters: In case you missed them, you can find our previous newsletters on our website here. We’re committed to keeping you informed and involved in all that’s happening at LEAP.
As always, you can access our newsletters anytime on our website or through the CareConnect portal. And a quick reminder: if your child will be out, please let us know through CareConnect so we can mark their absence appropriately.
Thank you for being such an important part of our LEAP community. We are grateful for your partnership, trust, and ongoing support. Together, we are creating a caring, inclusive environment where children can grow, learn, and build meaningful relationships.
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