The Academy of Cool SpringsOnline Newsletter: February 2013

Feb 26, 2013

Making Oobleck

Last week we read the book, "Bartholomew & the Oobleck." We then did our own experiment and made our own Oobleck! We talked about the textures, smells, color, and other characteristics. Here are some pictures from PreK2's Oobleck making station.

Feb 15, 2013

Scenes from our Valentine's Day!

Yesterday we had our Valentine's day parties! Our parents brought tons of awesome snacks and goodies! We exchanged cards and ate candy till our hearts were content! Here are some pictures from our day!

Feb 12, 2013

Happy Fat Tuesday!

Our older kiddos celebrated Mardi Gras today! Here are some pictures from our celebration parade! Complete with a king cake! Wonder who will find the hidden baby?

Feb 6, 2013

February Happenings!

We are in full Valentine's Day swing here! Our theme for the month of February is textures and fabrics! We have lots of activities planned that involve different textures that we can feel with our hands! Tomorrow we are having a texture tasting bar to feel with our mouths!
We also have a new Toddler 2 teacher, Laura! She has been great and has lots of creative plans for the room already :)

Frog Street Infant

Designed around the latest scientific early brain development research, Frog Street Infant curriculum is designed to build strong foundations for little ones ages 0-18 months. This child-centered program includes easy-to-use activities that:

equip caregivers to nurture the little ones in their care.
optimize key windows of opportunity for growth and development.
are designed with intention and purpose and organized around developmental learning domains.
feature Dr. Becky Bailey’s Conscious Discipline® strategies to enhance social and emotional development.

"We're Creating Childhood"

The Academy Child Development Centers and Preschools are privately owned and operated by our parent company, Never Grow Up, Inc. Based out of Louisville, KY, family owned Never Grow Up, Inc. operated nearly 30 child development centers in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Indiana. Never Grow Up, Inc. is committed to providing private child care for parents who want only the best for their children. We understand that "we're creating childhood" every day for the children in our care, and we hold that privilege with the highest regard.

Getting a Jump on Childhood Obesity

Healthy habits are instilled at a young age, with most habits being formed during adolescence. We feel it important to instill good habits at an early age, addressing behavioral factors that contribute to overweight and obesity from the beginning.

The Gold Sneaker initiative was developed to enhance policy related to physical activity and nutrition within licensed child care facilities across Tennessee. Policies we've adopted include minimum requirements on physical activity, sedentary activities, breastfeeding, meal time, behaviors, portion sizes, and a tobacco-free facility.

Together, we can create healthy habits for life.

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