Shipping:
Reminders Reminders
July:
July: Bass Pro Shops
kindness innovation fun Wellness
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.
Congratulations Melissa Smith from Archdale Congratulations Melissa Smith from Archdale
Quarter2|April,May,&June
Plano Christine Stovall
Kasey Finaly
Simsbury CT
Yasmine Tejeida
Pearland TX
Olivia Jackson
CDA Infant/Toddler
Imani Bent CDA Infant/Toddler
Ashlee
Culbertson Cassandra Shumpert Jacqueline Villegas
Brittany Scott – Clayton Mechanical
Maria Cruz – Towne Lake
Ruth Diaz – Loganville
Sheila Reed – McKee
Heaven Canales – Simsbury
Kasey Finlay – Simsbury
Regina Kirschner – Centennial
Heather Recker –Westlake
Brittany Hogan – Winston Salem
Emilia Poto – Westfield-Grassy Branch
Tynika Jones
Shaker Heights
D’Arrenique Hulbert
Park Cypress
Jerrell Anderson
Canton
Kelly Ohmer
Brecksville
Crystalann Tate
Lakeland
Amanda Myers
Loganville
Sarah Devine
Westfield Grassy Branch
Ashlee Culbertson
Carmel
Sara Miller
Westerville Dempsey
Kailie Hopkins
Longmont
Mary Arfaoui
Westfield Spring Mill
Jolita Connor
Cinco Ranch
Ada Shetler
Simsbury
Shaniah Monet Ham
Lakeland
Morgan McClain
Shaker Heights
Reika Runyon
Westfield Grassy Branch
Velda Mongledoff
McKee
Brianna Donnell
Carme
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WHERE’S WHERE’S
Buddy Buddy Buddy ? ? ?
This summer, adventure is This summer, adventure is in the air—and so is Buddy! in the air—and so is Buddy!
Florida Florida
Alaska Alaska
Here’s how your family can Here’s how your family can join in on the adventure: join in on the adventure:
Pick up a Buddy cutout at your School or print one [here]. Whether you're heading out on a big vacation or exploring your local park, Buddy is ready to tag along with your family for a summer adventure!
Get creative and snap pictures of Buddy enjoying your adventures big or small! From beach days to backyard BBQs, we want to see it all!
Submit your Buddy photos [here]. Want to show them off on social media? Use the hashtag #WheresBuddy so we can follow along!
#WheresBuddy #WheresBuddy
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Buddy on a seaside adventure to the beautiful beaches of Florida with one of our amazing Nest families in 2024!
Funday Funday
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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
Natasha Bilderback Natasha Bilderback
Ken Caryl
Mentoring Style School
Easy open and efficient.
Fun Fact
I love to watch HGTV
July 7 - August 1
Cardinals Cardinals
Penguin Pengui
Duckl Duckl
Ro Ro
Spanish Spanish
It’s time to learn Spanish, try these words at home Watch Now
American Sign Language American Sign Language
Camión Truck Autobús Bus Avión Plane Coche Car Bicicleta Bike Help, Play, Sleep Truck, Bus, Plane, Car, Bike
Ducklings & Cardinals
It’s time to learn Sign Language, try these words at home Watch N
Hummingbirds
July Curriculum Challenge
SHOW US WHAT MAKES YOUR NEST THE BEST!
SHOW US WHAT MAKES YOUR NEST THE BEST!
Submit Photos Here Submit Photos Here
Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs! Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs!
School
Thomas Crossroads
Classroom
Hummingbirds
Teachers
Chelsey Shride
For this challenge we went outside and I read the book " row row row your boat" then I gave the babies this own boats to pretend to row back and forth while we listened to the different versions of the song on our tablet, the babies each got a turn sitting on my lap as I helped them use their arm to row. After we were done rowing I filled up my sensory water bucket so we could play with our boats in the water as we worked on our tummy time and socialized with each other. This was such a fun activity and the babies enjoyed the water so much!!!!
2
School
Dublin
Classroom
Penguins
Teachers
Today, our young chefs took part in a delightful sensory and pretend play experience, making Popsicles with dirt and pinecones. Also, we made a mud soup with sticks, leaves, flour, water, mud, and some leftover food from breakfast to create their own unique soup recipes. With our big imaginations, we created a mud soup and Popsicles store where a cup of pretend soup sold for $5 and Popsicles for $2. Children eagerly stirred their mixtures, shared their creative ideas, and served their soup and Popsicles to their friends and teachers. Beyond this joyful and messy experience, this hands on activity supported key areas of development like Language and vocabulary, scientific observation as they explore textures and mixture, math and measurement while combining ingredients and while counting pretend money, fine motor skills, social emotional growth through imaginative role play.
Nava Govindasamy
3
School
Clayton-Middleton
Classroom
Robins 1
Teachers
Kairise Atkinson & Alana Johnson
We had a great time with our own "Ninja Warrior" obstacle course on the playground. Our friends ran through hoops, quickly climbed stairs, slid down the twisty slide, crawled through a tunnel, and ran around cones to reach the finish line. The other children cheered them on as they raced the clock, trying to make their best time yet! Are you a Ninja Warrior? You betcha!
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Woman in tears as she opens up on Liverpool star's kindness
Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker recently moved a Nigerian social worker, Patricia Bom, to tears by quietly covering her son's school fees when she faced severe financial hardship. She revealed that despite hiding her own need, he personally intervened calling in the early morning, asking what was needed, and generously paying the fees as an act of faith-driven kindness .
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Read He Texas Mailman Adop from His Old Route After its Vietnam Veteran Owner Passes Away
A Texas mail carrier, Ian Burke, adopted Floyd an affectionate German Shepherd–Border Collie mix he first met three years ago on his route after Floyd’s Vietnam veteran owner passed away, rescuing him from a shelter and giving him a loving furever home.
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At The Nest Schools, kindness isn’t just a core value, it’s a way of life. Across the Denver metro area, that commitment is taking shape in a powerful way through our KindNEST Charitable Giving Program.
For 2025, each of our five Denver-area schools has selected a local nonprofit organization to support not just with a financial gift, but through hands-on community service, classroom connections, and family involvement. With an initial donation of $2,500 to each organization, plus planned volunteer efforts and educational experiences, our students are learning that even the smallest act of kindness can ripple out and make a real impact.
At The Nest, kindness is more than a core value—it’s our most important lesson to your children. Through KindNEST, we help children understand the importance of community, empathy, and generosity in ways that are developmentally meaningful and deeply rewarding for everyone involved.
Kari Thibodeau Regional Director For Our Colorado Schools
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Preschool Paperwo
We have great news! We have great news!
Infant/Toddler Renewal
Preschool Renewal
For a limited time you are eligible to RENEW your expired CDA through the CDA Council’s “Amnesty Program”! This program provides an opportunity for anyone with a CDA expiration date as far back as January 1, 2020, to complete the renewal process and make their credential active again.
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From Our Rocky River School
What was the most valuable part of the program for you?
Learn things that I didn't know. Taking notes and use it for the day.
What would you say to someone considering the program?
It is a great way to learn more and have more confidence in what you are doing program helped you goals? r me to learn more about my job and what I like.
July July
FUNDAY MONDAYS FUNDAY MONDAYS
MON JULY
07 PEACE & LOVE DAY
Celebrate International Peace & Love Day with your favorite school appropriate hippie attire!
MAC & CHEESE DAY
It’s time to have a Mac & Cheese cook off in your staff lounges! See who makes the best Mac & Cheese, winner will win Nest Eggs.
MON JULY 14
MON JULY 21
SPLASH SPIES
Have a little FUN with this game. Please see Activity Coordinators for more details on how this game will work for your school.
NATIONAL SOCCER DAY
It’s National Soccer Day and we are celebrating by wearing our favorite sports jersey to school today.
MON JULY 28
Let’s Get Social Social
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.
Parent Testimonials
Strongsville
From upper management to the teachers and staff, it’s clear how much everyone at The Nest in Strongsville genuinely cares for your child. Trusting others to care for your little one is never easy, but we’ve felt confident since enrolling our daughter at just 3 months old. She’s now a year and a half and thriving—learning, growing, and so happy. I’m incredibly grateful to Haley, Leah, and the entire team for their daily dedication, turning everyday activities into meaningful learning experiences while always prioritizing safety. We couldn’t be happier with the Strongsville team and truly appreciate each and every teacher there.
Very friendly staff and the teachers are so engaging. They genuinely care about the development and needs specific to each child. I look forward to getting updates on the app throughout the day.Thankyou!
We love The Nest School of Amherst we have been here a very long time. We are very excited to bring baby number 3 here after I have him in December. The teachers and staff are very attentive and always listen to your questions and concerns. Do not hesitate to send your child here. You will NOT regret your choice in choosing The Nest Schools of Amherst!!!
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Amherst
-Melissa
-Valerie -Lexi
Your Referrals are SATIONAL!
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Family
For each new full-time family referred, we will reward you with $200
Remember to use your business cards while out and about in your community so your referrals can receive two weeks free! 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.
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