All About Lou Lou!

     Our first "All About Me" poster presenter at our new school was Lou Lou! She had eagerly awaited this assignment and did a remarkable job! All were thrilled to listen as Lou Lou shared some fun facts about herself. We loved learning all about Lou Lou!

Here are some details from Lou Lou's poster: 

• Favorite color is purple 💜
• Wants to be a doctor or Elsa when she grows up 💉👸
• Favorite food is pasta 🍝
• Favorite animal is a horse 🐎
• Favorite thing to do is play going to college and Mexico 📚🌞

     Lou Lou's 3rd birthday was a fun celebration at school! She brought in delicious ice cream sandwiches to share with her classmates. SMART START friends gifted Lou Lou with a book and sang happy birthday to her in both English and Spanish. 

     Lou Lou is a bright, kind and enthusiastic preschooler. It is a pleasure having you at school, Lou Lou and we are excited to continue watching you learn and grow!

💙 SMART START 💙

Theo's "All About Me" Book and 5th Birthday!

     Theo was the next author to present his "All About Me" book! He detailed each page with numerous facts about himself. The class was amazed by how eloquently Theo spoke and responded to questions. His public speaking skills are continually improving. Excellent job, Theo!

Here are some details from the chapters in Theo's book 📕

• Favorite color is orange 💛
• Favorite food is waffles 🍴
• Wants to be a doctor when he grows up💉
• Favorite thing to do is dance 🙆
• Favorite thing to do is go to Florida 🌞

     Theo's 5th birthday was highly anticipated at school! He brought in fun goody bags to share with each of his friends. All enjoyed cupcakes and playing games such as, musical chairs and freeze dance. Classmates gifted Theo with a book and sang "Happy Birthday" in both English and Spanish. 

     Theo has been a student at SMART START for 3 years! Theo is a smart, caring and curious prekindergartner that is admired by all his peers. We have had a wonderful time teaching you and watching you grow, Theo!

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Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day to all our amazing SMART START fathers! 

We hope you enjoyed your special day!

Click below to see how your child(ren) prepared for Father's Day at school. 

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Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all our wonderful SMART START mothers!

We hope your day is filled with love and joy! 

Click below to see how your child(ren) prepared for Mother's Day at school!

🌷Mary and Francesca🌷

Happy Earth Day!

🌍SMART START🌍

Themed Days!

     During the month of March, we incorporated themed days into SMART START's curriculum. These days were highly anticipated by all!

Green Eggs and Ham Day-🍳🍖

     Dr. Seuss' birthday is March 2nd. In honor of this favored author, we celebrated by having a "Green Eggs and Ham" Day! Our themed activity consisted of bringing this Dr. Seuss classic to life! Students excitedly came to school dressed in green attire. Classmates gathered eggs from our chicken coop  in order to prepare for our breakfast of green eggs and ham. All participated in cracking eggs, adding green food coloring and mixing. In addition, older pre-kindergartners embraced the responsibility of cooking the eggs on the stove. Once complete, everyone enjoyed their lunch while Miss Francesca read "Green Eggs and Ham". We also explained the deeper meaning of the story- do not make judgements about anything before you try it! 

LEGO Day- 👷

     This theme was anxiously awaited at SMART START!  Various building stations for friends to build and  explore were set up throughout the school.  LEGO size differed depending on each child's developmental readiness. Our younger preschoolers practiced assembling, stacking and creating while older pupils designed their own construct to bring home. LEGOS are a staple 

children's toy that yield numerous developmental benefits. Some being but not limited to:

• Enhancing fine motor skills
• Problem solving 
• Fostering interest in STEM/STEAM ( science, technology, engineering, art, math) 
• Imagination
• Patience, persistence and pride in accomplishments

Pajama Day-🎥🎫

   All were most enthusiastic for pajama day! Students and staff came to school showcasing their favorite sleepwear which included: feet pajamas, nightgowns, slippers and more. Everyone engaged in a fun dramatic play activity of movie theatre. Pre-kindergarteners organized and worked a concession stand, ticket booth and purchase station. Preschoolers lined up and purchased tickets and concessions for their older classmates. Once all tickets and snacks were "sold", the class enjoyed some popcorn and treats while listening to music and watching a spring sing a long!

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Isla's "All About Me" Book and 3rd Birthday!

     Our second "All About Me" author was Isla! She creatively decorated each page and filled the book with fascinating facts about herself. Isla did a fabulous job presenting her work and proudly shared it with the class. All were very impressed and loved hearing more about their friend Isla!

Here are some details from the chapters in Isla's book:

• Loves to dance 💃
• Enjoys skiing 🎿
• Dresses up with big sister, Emma 👭
• Listens to music with her family 🎵
• Favorite food is raviolis 🍝

       

     Everyone was excited to celebrate Isla's 3rd birthday at school! Isla brought in delicious cupcakes to share with her classmates. Peers gifted Isla with a birthday book and sang "Happy Birthday" in English and Spanish. 

     Isla is a bright, fun and sweet young girl. We have loved helping you develop into the preschooler you are today, Isla!

💙 Mary and Francesca 💙