As we bid farewell to the summer, we are left with a profound sense of pride and joy for the foundation we have laid for our young learners. Their enthusiasm and inquisitive minds inspire us to continue nurturing their love for learning throughout the upcoming academic year. |
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our educators, parents, donors, and supporters for their encouragement and belief in the power of a quality early education.
Together, we are building a brighter future for our children-one filled with endless possibilities and lifelong love for learning.
The energy buzzing in our centers is contagious as we look forward to welcoming our new students. We can't wait to see the eager faces as they embark upon a new adventure of learning, friendship and personal growth.
Here's to an exciting new school year ahead!
With warm regards,
Jessica
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Calling all Fun Time Academy supporters!
It's that time of the year again when we come together to make a lasting impact on the lives of our incredible students. Our Annual Appeal is in full swing, and we are thrilled to invite you to be a part of our journey. With your generous contributions, we can enhance our academic programs, enrich extracurricular activities, and provide essential resources to our dedicated educators. Together, we can foster a nurturing and inspiring learning environment that empowers our students to flourish and reach their full potential.
We are thrilled to announce our recent expansions at Poinciana Elementary School and the Teenage Parenting Program (TAPP) at Golden Gate High School. These 2023 expansions enable us to reach even more children, almost tripling our enrollment and now providing services to up to 248 children (from birth to age 5) with the tools they need to succeed.
Every donation, big or small, counts and directly influences the future of these bright minds. Please join us on this journey by donating today and being the driving force behind dreams coming true. Thank you for being our champions and making a difference! Your tax-deductible donation will help ensure that we can continue our mission to provide high-quality education and care for children of working families as we have for over 60 years.
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Fun Time Academy Golden Gate Is Open! |
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We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest early learning center at Golden Gate High School on July 27. This partnership with Collier County Public Schools marks a significant milestone for our community.
We believe that this collaboration will empower our students with valuable educational opportunities, fostering growth and discovery in a supportive environment.
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Summer at our Early Learning Center was a season filled with exploration, creativity, and enthusiasm as our young learners engaged in an array of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) activities.
Our diverse range of adventures included conducting captivating science experiments, hatching dinosaur eggs, embarking on excavations, honing our problem-solving skills through water transferring challenges, and immersing ourselves in the great outdoors with camping and fishing activities.
These activities not only provided endless fun but also sparked a deeper understanding of STEAM.
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Independence Day!
Art knows no bounds, and our students proved just that through their creative arts expressions. Painting and crafting became avenues for our little artists to unleash their imaginations and communicate their thoughts and emotions.
Each masterpiece was a reflection of their unique personalities, bringing color and joy to our learning center. They created stunning works of art that captured the spirit of fireworks!
Using paints, they crafted a dazzling display to celebrate the 4th of July. Let their creativity ignite your patriotic spirit!
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Hands On - Parent Cooking Class
By UF/IFAS
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We hosted an interactive hands-on parent cooking class at our downtown location, where participants learned to whip up delicious Chinese veggies and rice for dinner, with extra to take home.
But that's not all! Each participant received a kitchen pack, including a skillet, spatulas, handy measuring cups, and even fresh vegetables.
If you missed out on this fantastic opportunity, don't worry. Watch for future events where you can enhance your kitchen skills and create wholesome meals for your loved ones.
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Reading Volunteers Needed |
We all know that early education is a key factor in preparing children for kindergarten. Reading to children contributes to the growth of their verbal skills while giving them the opportunity to bond with a caring adult.
We need volunteers to read books with preschool-aged children once a week to further their learning experiences. Everything is provided for volunteers (ELLM Bags, with books, props, lesson plan and other materials). Our children love interacting with our volunteers, who help them read stories, complete academic activities and even head outside to our garden.
Please consider getting involved. Contact us to schedule a tour or visit our website to learn more.
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Donate
Want to help support our mission?
Make a donation to provide safe, quality and affordable education and care.
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Legacy Society
Supporters who have a passion for Fun Time Early Childhood Academy's mission can ensure that their love of education will live on for generations to come. A preplanned legacy gift is one of the best routes for having a long-term impact. Through simple estate planning, you can enjoy the tax benefits of your gift long before you actually make it!
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No school on the following days:
Labor Day – Monday, September 4, 2023
Teacher Professional Learning Day – Monday, September 25, 2023
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Collier CARES is a mobile and web app that connects people in need with vital resources and services in Collier County, Florida. Created by the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF) in partnership with the Collier Community Foundation and the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, the app serves the most vulnerable populations in the county.
This free bilingual application provides users with information about critical resources and services available in Collier County. NCEF is dedicated to partnering with community leaders, stakeholders, and service providers across the county to ensure that every family has access to the help they need in times of need.
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Your commitment to Fun Time Early Childhood Academy allows us to provide safe, quality, affordable education and care for children and parents from low-income working families and to prepare the children for kindergarten, ready to read and ready to learn! |
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