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Even on busy days, a small moment of calm can make a big difference. Try one of these quick resets today:
One-Minute Mindful Breathing:
Close your eyes. Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4. Repeat.
Step Outside:
Take a 5-minute walk or simply stand in the sun. Fresh air = fresh energy.
Hydrate Check:
Take a sip of water right now. You’re doing your body a favor!
Mood Booster:
Put on a song that makes you smile. Dance break optional, but encouraged.
In a field where your heart is your greatest tool, it’s easy to pour every ounce of energy into the little ones in your care. But remember your well-being matters just as much. You can only give your best when you feel your best. So take a deep breath and give yourself the same kindness and patience you so freely offer to others. You deserve it.
AUGUST AUGUST
August 4th August4th
Today we will be celebrating National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with a FUN game or treat. There may be a scavenger hunt, guess the chocolate chips in a jar, etc. See your Activity Coordinator for more details.
August 18th August18th
August 11th August11th
August 25th August25th
Interested in becoming a mentor?
Eligibility:
Show your leadership skills by leading those around you
Always wearing your uniform
Being on time
Following proper state and licensing requirements
Demonstrate your commitment to your school community by being an exceptional employee
Lending a helping hand to those who need it
Willing to jump in classrooms that aren't your own
How to apply:
Speak with your Directors about your interest in the mentor program
What are the benefits?
Monetary bonuses up to $450 per mentee
Personal and Career Development
Leadership Development
Supports a learning culture
Rewarding experience
Tierra Black Tierra Black
School Winter Garden Fun Fact I love the beach
Mentoring Style
Listening, fun, and helpful
What inspired you to become a mentor?
Wanting to help people be an early childhood educator.
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e the workplace and people around them.
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rtable and knowledgeable in the workplace.
What is your most memorable mentoring moment?
Helping my mentee feel comfortable.
Tierra is not just a great mentor who guides our teachers, she shapes the heart of our school. Her wisdom, encouragement, and example ripple through classrooms, lifting both staff and students to reach their fullest potential.
Amber
Clifford,
Director at The Nest Schools Winter Garden
I am so happy to share that Tierra Black is a valued staff member here at The Nest. I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing her incredible growth as both an educator and an individual. Tierra has earned the love and respect of so many —students, staff, and parents alike! I truly admire her dedication and hard work in ensuring a high-quality learning experience for each of her students. But Tierra’s impact goes far beyond the classroom. She has taken on the roles of Activity Coordinator and Staff Mentor with enthusiasm and care. She thoughtfully plans events and activities that reflect the interests of both the children and the staff, and she ensures that every mentee feels supported and heard. Tierra, I appreciate you to the fullest, and I’m grateful not only to work alongside you, but also to call you a dear friend. Congratulations, Tierra!!
Cinthia Holder, Assistant Director at The Nest Schools Winter Garde
Curriculum & updatesenhancements
Cycl e Sets Cycl e Sets
This year starts our use of "cycle sets", carefully curated curriculum bundles that offer a new level of organization and effectiveness for our curriculum and making it easier to get you all your curriculum materials in a timely fashion. Here are some quick things to note:
Month-to-Month Units
We've streamlined the process with a monthly curriculum cycle. This will greatly improve our supply ordering processes for your school AND make it easier for our teachers to plan out HOW to bring curriculum to life in the classroom.
Ready Robins Extensions:
We are thrilled to introduce "Ready Robins Extensions." These are engaging lesson
enhancements that build on the amazing work already happening in our Robin's classrooms. They add an extra layer of learning to challenge and foster continued development across four critical domains:
Math
�� Language & Literacy �� Science �� Social-Emotional Learning
These easy-to-implement additions are LIVE on tablets and in Robin's lesson plans, found right within the activity write-ups.
New Program Alert!
We are proud to launch our newest curriculum program! The Parrots, a 2nd year Pre-K program designed for children who have completed Robins but are not yet eligible for kindergarten.
**This program is only offered at select schools
August 4 - August 29
Cardinals Cardinals
Spanish Spanish
Ice Cream
It’s time to learn Spanish, watch out lessons at home:
American Sign Language American Sign Language Watch Now
Hummingbirds
Thank You, Please, Yes Ducklings & Cardinals Love, Friend, Hug, I Love You
It’s time to learn Sign Language, try our lessons at home: Watch N
Feliz Happy
Familia Family Mariposa Butterfly Sol Sun Helado
August Curriculum Challenge
SHOW US WHAT MAKES YOUR NEST THE BEST!
SHOW US WHAT MAKES YOUR NEST THE BEST!
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Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs! Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs!
Throughout the month, we engaged in a variety of activities aligned with this month's Art of Living Theme: I can help keep myself safe. During our community meeting, we played red light and green light to explore safe and unsafe choices. For example, when discussing a stranger offering candy, children knew to show their red light, indicating unsafe choices. We also talked about caring for our emotions through yoga, meditation, hugs, and so on. We also practiced personal responsibilities like cleaning up, hand washing, helping with chores at home, and taking care of personal health. At school, we reinforced important safety rules: walking feet in the hallway, answering during name to face check, and how keeping the shoes on helps during emergencies. To end the week, we explored road safety through pretend play, learning about traffic signs, waiting for pedestrians, and always using seat belts and helmets. It was a fun and meaningful week filled with learning, play, and important life skills.
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Helping children understand and practice good hygiene is one of the ways we are modeling “keeping ourselves safe”, even with the youngest of learners! With a little support (and a lot of love), our hummingbirds are learning that handwashing is more than just cleaning up, it’s about building healthy habits and making safety part of our everyday care.
During explorative play, my friends practiced keeping safe in the classroom as they were cleaning with soap and water in imagination station. They were washing dishes, cleaning cabinets, and doing all things needed to ensure our kitchen is clean while talking about what that means.
Grow Your Career Grow Your Career
Child Development Associate
The Child Development Associate (CDA) program is a nationally recognized credential that certifies early childhood educators in key competencies, including child development, safety, and effective teaching strategies. Earning a CDA can enhance your career opportunities by demonstrating expertise, improving job prospects, and often leading to higher wages in the early childhood education field.
Preschool
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Infant/Toddler
Paperwork Packet
Imani Bent Imani Bent
From Our Westerville State School
ogram helped you achieve
lped provide me with clearer goals in becoming a . It will help in keeping me focused my continued n to childcare.
What was the most valuable part of the program for you?
The most valuable part of this course was in-classroom observations, which helped in finding areas where I can improve as a teacher.
What would you say to someone considering the program?
I would tell them that it was worth it just for the love for educating and helping children grow.
Imani has came in with such a positive attitude and enthusiasm to nurture the children. She has a beautiful spirit and leaves such an impact on not only her students but peers as well. We appreciate her love, dedication and commitment to this team. Congratulations on taking another step closer to ensuring the health and safe environment for our children! 14
Dazzaria Johnson, Director at The Nest Schools Westerville Sta
Flockstars!
Check out all of our Nest University learners who have earned more than 100 points in the past month!
Brooke Cross 135 Points
Diandra Haskins 126 Points
Kimberly Mitchell 121 Points
Morgan McClain 124 Points
Congratulations Congratulations
Craig Munoz Cinco Ranch
Lawren Hill Canton
Megan Ketchum Geist
Tracy Murray Geist
Regina Kirschner Centennial
Kimberly Flores San Antonio
Erika Runyon
Westfield Grassy Branch
Christine Burroughs
Dublin
Tremia Griffin
Thomas Crossroads
Courtney Kozusko
Bath
McKayla Lanning Highlands Ranch
Reagan Brashear Loveland
Kristina Webb Loganville
Isabella Buck Smoky Hill
Alisa Stringer CDA Renewal
Kayla Clendenin
CDA Infant/Toddler
Heather Straka
CDA Infant/Toddler
Regeana Talley CDA Renewal
Alicea Vazquez Yoland Scott
Clayton Middleton
45 Courses
43 Courses
55 Courses Muirfield
Thomas Crossroads
Kennedy Sides (Carmel)
Kayla Clendenin (Mechanicsville)
Shelley Hunt (Park Cypress
Kindness Class
Students in Ne Middle School’s Class” ran a free stand with hand to spread joy. T encourag community conne carrying kindne school ye
Woman in the registrar's office made a music teacher feel less alone.
Kim Perlak was having a lonely morning on campus when her homemade chili exploded all over her while she walked to class. Later, a woman in the registrar’s office who had noticed the mishap surprised her with a thoughtful lunch and a kind note. A gesture that transformed Perlak’s sense of belonging and inspired her to pay kindness forward.
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Teens Spread Kindne
Two Houston brothers are taking part in the national “50 Yard Challenge,” mowing lawns for free to help seniors, single parents, people with disabilities, and first responders in their community.
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Please take a moment to share why you work in early childhood education. Share your experiences, your fond memories, your passion, your commitment to children and this field of work.
ParentTestimonials
“I love that every time we see Ms Grace she acknowledges me and my family by our names i don’t know how she remembers everyone lol. The staff is always friendly and pleasant. My son loves coming to school so much he even ask to go on the weekends. Ms Shawna and Ms Sharonda are absolutely amazing! My baby has progressed so much because of their dedication and ethic to our children. I really don’t know what we would do without them! My son is so comfortable with his teachers and I’m glad that he has such a safe space to learn, play and grow. Shawna and Sharonda we thank you so much for all that we do and hope you know how appreciated you are!” -BB
“There is always a smiling face at the door and I feel that my son is well cared for and he has loved his teachers. Every time I walk in it’s very clean and I feel comfortable knowing it’s secure.”
-Keirstin
“I have multiple children enrolled at this daycare in different rooms, and I continue to be incredibly impressed with the level of care and attention each child receives. The caretakers are so attentive to the individual needs of the children it’s clear they genuinely care. You can always tell how well a room or school is run by how excited the children are to see their caretakers, and here, the kids run right up to them with smiles and open arms. That kind of positive environment doesn’t happen by accident —it reflects strong leadership and high expectations from the top down. The team has created a warm, wellorganized, and supportive space for both kids and parents. I truly have nothing but good things to say about this school.” -Catie C
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Family
For each new full-time family referred, we will reward you with $200
Referral Reward will be given after family has been enrolled for 30 days.
Employee
For each new full-time employee referred, we will reward you with $500
$250 paid after referred employee has been employed for 30 days and $250 after 90 days.
Referred families and employees must mention the source of their referral before touring The Nest Schools or interviewing with The Nest Schools. See your School Director for all referral reward details.
