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FAMILY FOCUS—MORRIS SUN TRIBUNE, HANCOCK RECORD, CHOKIO REVIEW
APRIL 12 AND APRIL 17, 2014
Morris Area Child Care Center offers curriculum, intergenerational learning environment as well as Maria Burns Director, Morris Area through play. We have three rooms used to care Child Care Center for a wide range of chilMorris Area Child Care dren: Infant Room (6 Center exist to enhance weeks to 16 months), the emotional, social, Toddler Room (16 months physical, intellectual, and t o 3 3 m o n t h s ) a n d language development of P re s c h o o l Ro o m ( 3 3 children and to help them months to Kindergarten). gain confidence and self- We also offer a separate esteem while learning to summer program for the function in a group set- school-age children and ting. We believe children before/after school care learn through a structured during the school year.
We provide both group and individualized care, which stimulates growth through a balance of selfdirected and guided activities. Using Teaching Strategies curriculum framework, each child has the opportunity for individual development and exploration offered in environments that stimulate creativity and problem solving. This means that a preschool program
is built into every day. Children receive quality preschool services as well as nurturing and loving care all in one setting. Morris Area Child Care Center, the University of Minnesota, Morris, West Wind Village (a senior retirement center), and many community members team up to offer the very young activities and experiences to enjoy in a learning environment.
The children have weekly intergenerational events between the residents of West Wind Village to create positive experiences for both groups. University of Minnesota, Morris has many students that use Morris Area Child Care Center as a stepping stone to their education degree. We have a wonderful group of teachers hired because of their genuine
love for children and willingness to commit to enriching the lives of the children for whom they care. P l e a s e f e e l f re e t o schedule a tour and check us out, we are located at 1001 ½ Scotts Ave, Morris, MN 56267 (attached to West Wind Village), visit our website at morrisareachildcarecenter.org, or call us 320589-7948.
Morris Public Library to celebrate Morris Area Pre-K Program Children’s Book Week Children’s Book Week will be celebrated at the Morris Public Librar y from May 12 to 18. This year we will be “Reading and Rocking with Pete the Cat” at two special events. On May 15 at 10:30 a.m., “Pete the Cat” and his books will join us for story time. That evening a special event family is planned from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. There will be stories with some special guest readers, crafts, games, face painting, treats, and Book Bingo. And of course “Pete” will be there to greet those who attend. There will be drawings for “Pete the Cat” books to give away also. There is no cost for any of these events. Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running liter-
acy initiative in the country. It is the national celebration of books for young people and the joy of reading. “Reading and Rocking With Pete the Cat” is spons o re d b y t h e M o r r i s Friends of the Library; Stevens County Child Care Association; and the Morris Women of Today. For more information contact the library at 5891634 or visit www.morris.lib.mn.us. “PAWS To Read” at the Morris Public Library this summer The Morris Public Library urges families to gallop, crawl, slither, or fly to the library for "PAWS to Read." Our summer program will run from June 9 to July 31. Once again, we
will have reading logs and bookmarks to track reading progress along with incentive prizes. Storytime, Lunch Bunch, Book Bunch, and Movie Matinees return this summer along with some new events. We kick off on June 10 with the Climb Theatre p re s e n t i n g " Fi z z a n d Boom Read." Magician Brodini is here to entertain on June 26. Both these events are funded in part or in whole with money from the Minnesota Art's and Cultural Heritage fund. Our final special entertainment will be the Zinghoppers performing on July 24. For more information call the library at 589-1634 or visit www.morris.lib.mn.us.
Morris Area school census: You matter to us The school census is a list of students from birth to school age. It is used to inform parents about opportunities that their child needs to be ready to enter school when they turn five years of age. Notifications for events and programs such as early childhood screening, ECFE classes, Prekindergarten opportuni-
ties, special events, family nights, and kindergarten registration will be mailed to families based on the census data. If you have just had a baby, recently moved into the school district, or recently changed your address, update your contact information by going to the Morris Area School District website at
www.morris.k12.mn.us and clicking on “School Census” under the Community Education tab. This will take you to the intake form. You can also contact Diane Strobel at 320-585-2237 or dstrobel@morris.k12.mn.us with updates to assure you receive the necessar y information.
Preschool Learning in a Christian Environment & fall at Registering for summer esday, dn We on our Open House . p.m 5-7 , May 7th
Zion Lutheran Church 315 South Columbia Ave. Morris, MN 320-585-5067 001062204r1
Options for Women provides a variety of FREE services. Pregnancy Tests ~ Parenting Classes ~ Car Seats Pack and Plays ~ Cribs, Diapers & Baby Supplies Our Earn While You Learn Program is an educational program presented in a one-on-one setting by a trained volunteer. As you complete lessons you will earn points that may be used in our "Baby Boutique", where you can "purchase" items you will need to care for your baby.
712 Atlantic Ave. Suite 5 • 320-589-0300
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Open to 3-5 Years Old