What a fabulous start we have had to a great new school year. Sadly two of our pre-schoolers transitioned on to a big center. So we currently have three in our pre-school group of Preston, Cooper and Bryce … two three year olds and one four year old. Emma and Walker who are both two years have the best of both worlds and participate in most of the pre-school activities and lots of the toddler activities. Their skill levels are not yet ready for the printing practice but are reaping huge benefits from the vocabulary practice. In the younger group of Samantha, Joshua, Zachary, and Teagan we are working on colors, shapes, and small motor coordination activities. These little guys are so smart and eager to learn. And as I said, Emma and Walker get to participate in the fun “stuff” of this age group, also. Vance, who is nine months old, is moving to a daycare closer to home at the end of this month so we have two openings at this time.
We have a Bible study every Monday and are beginning again in the old testament with the study of creation. We will work our way through some of the popular old testament stories before we begin our December Christmas focus. After Christmas we will study Jesus as a boy and young man building to the Easter season. After Easter we will concentrate on the beatitudes, gifts of the spirit, armor of God, and various good behavior related topics. Throughout our Bible studies and throughout our days we relate so many things back to our Lord, Jesus.
This year we are addressing literacy and math every day. Two days a week we work on art and two days a week we work on science. I think I have a very good year planned for our group and am anticipating great things.
As always, I thank each of you for allowing me the opportunity to share life with your children and care for your daycare needs here at Grandma’s House Daycare. The happiness and growth of your child is my business.
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Research shows at least 80 percent of a child's brain development occurs by age three & as much as 30% of that brain capacity can be lost without a nurturing environment that encourages learning during those early years. The first years bring "doors of opportunity” that open a child’s life forever. Working hand-in-hand with parents, we provide a balanced mix of love, playtime, rest, devotions and learning activities, always striving to foster self-esteem, in a Christian focused environment as our little ones walk through these early doors of opportunity.
About Grandma
I strive to honor God in everything I do. I enjoy motorcycles, motorboats and scuba diving. I love my husband and my family and I adore my grandchildren. I have always had a heart for children. If children are around, I'm frequently the one on the floor playing with them. After 20+ years in HR, Accounting & Office Management, I chose a self employed venue in child care with aspirations of making a difference in the lives of children. I am a certified Professional Child Care Administrator licensed with the TDPRS to care for twelve children, ages infant thru pre-kindergarten. I employ one full-time assistant. I love my job but it's hard to let go when it's time for the children to move on. Even though they are not my grandchildren, I bond with them as if they were. Alas, tis the nature of the business. But if I can instill in them an excitement for learning, sow a few Godly seeds in their lives, if they can see Jesus thru me, it's certainly worth it.
About Ms Meagan
Megan has worked with children for many years both in the day school and Bible school environment. After trying her hand as a Paralegal, she decided to change her career path, go back to school and is now enrolled in college courses both on-line and at night at a local community college. Megan is focusing on a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Working here at GHD will provide her opportunities of practical application and she likes the aspect that it will allow her time to work on her studies while the children are napping. She anticipates staying with us for three years while she continues her studies and then pursues a career in the field of Early Childhood Education. I’m thrilled with the direction God has led me in finding Megan.
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