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Important Dates

• Monday, September 1, 2025 — Center Closed (Labor Day). We reopen Tuesday, September 2.
• Sunday, September 7, 2025 — Grandparents Day. Celebrate the grandparents and grand-friends in your life.

Just for Fun: September Celebrations

We’ll sprinkle in simple, age-appropriate activities tied to these light-hearted observances:

• Sept 6 — National Read a Book Day: bring a favorite story to share.
• Sept 9 — Teddy Bear Day: optional: a small stuffed friend for rest time.
• Sept 15 — International Dot Day: dot art, patterns, and creative marks!
• Sept 19 — Talk Like a Pirate Day: treasure map letter sounds and pretend play.
• Sept 21 — International Day of Peace: kindness chains and friendship pledges.
• Sept 22 — First Day of Fall: leaves, colors, textures, and nature walks.
• Sept 24 — World School Milk Day: calcium chat and healthy habits.
• Sept 26 — Johnny Appleseed Day: apple tasting & counting fun.

Story Time

Healthy Snacks

Signs of Fall

September Classroom Themes

• Back-to-School Routines: practicing schedules, sharing, and classroom expectations.
• All About Me: family, feelings, names, and helping hands.
• Colors, Shapes & Counting: playful practice through songs, centers, and stories.
• Signs of Fall: apples, leaves, textures, and seasonal science fun.

Gentle Reminders

• Label everything: water bottles, jackets, nap items, and backpacks.
• Daily check-in/out: please use the designated procedure and notify us of any absences.
• Allergies & medications: make sure the office has your most up-to-date forms.
• Family records: keep emergency contacts and authorized pickups updated at all times; bring a photo ID at pickup.
• Contact info: update phone numbers and emergency contacts as needed.

Health & Safety Snapshot

• Keep a weather-ready layer in your child’s cubby for cooler mornings.
• Review illness policies in the parent handbook. When in doubt, call the office before drop-off.
• Practice handwashing at home — it really helps keep classrooms healthy.