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Dear Families,
April is a special time in our community, a month that brings both celebration and reflection. As we welcome the beauty of spring, we are also taking time to honor the importance of early childhood, the strength of our families, and the connections that make our community so meaningful.
This year, we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of LEAP Children’s Center, recognizing the lasting impact our program has had on children, families, and the community. While our journey spans decades, we are excited to come together this month to honor that history, reflect on how far we have come, and celebrate the community that continues to shape LEAP today.
April also gives us the opportunity to recognize the Week of the Young Child, celebrating the joy and importance of early learning, and Child Abuse Prevention Month, reminding us of our shared responsibility to ensure that every child grows up in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
We look forward to celebrating, learning, and connecting with all of you throughout this meaningful month.
🎉 Family Fiesta – Celebrating 50 Years! (Wednesday, April 9 from 5:00-7:00pm at Phelps location). Join us for a very special evening as we celebrate 50 years of LEAP Children’s Center! This milestone represents decades of care, learning, and community impact, and we are excited to celebrate it with all of you. We hope to see all of our families there for this joyful celebration!
🧒 Week of the Young Child (April 11–17): This special week celebrates early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities. Throughout the week, classrooms will be engaging in meaningful activities that highlight the importance of play, creativity, and connection in early childhood. Each day brings a different focus, from music and movement to family engagement, and we look forward to sharing these experiences with your children.
🔵 Child Abuse Prevention Month: April is also a time to raise awareness about the importance of safe, stable, and nurturing environments for all children. At LEAP, we are committed to supporting children and families by fostering strong relationships, building protective factors, and creating a community where every child feels safe and valued. You may notice blue pinwheels and activities throughout the month that help bring awareness to this important cause.
🌷 Spring Reminders: As the weather begins to warm up, please remember:
- Dress children in layers for changing temperatures
- Bring a labeled water bottle daily
- Ensure extra whether appropriate clothes are in your child’s cubby
⏰ 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 we celebrate this special month together, we are reminded that “children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded.” Thank you for being part of a community that nurtures, supports, and grows alongside each child.
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