We had so much fun on
PajamaDay!
Family Field Day
Hummingbirds
September
enguins Ducklings
Dual Language Exposure for Young Children
Spanish
Words of the month
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American Sign Language
Words of the month
Mom, Dad, Home
Ducklings & Cardinals Happy, Sad, Excited, Mad, Tired
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Hummingbirds
Monthly Curriculum Challenge Highlights September | Outdoor Learning Experiences
School
Clayton Middleton
Classroom
Ducklings
Teachers
1
Ms. Maegan and Ms. Chatia
Our art of living for this month is called I can include others. While we always encourage our friends throughout the day to share and play together. This activity really focused on working alongside each other. We used our outside easel, a large piece of paper, different colored paints, and paintbrushes to create. We gave each of our friends a paintbrush and had them work side by side to create a beautiful piece of art together!
School
Dublin
Classroom
Penguins A
Teachers
2
Ms. Nava & Ms. Monse
We went on a nature walk with our binoculars and magnifying glasses to observe nature and collect different items like pinecone, acorn, different varieties of leaves, flowers, tiny fruits, sticks, and many other items of our choice to make a nature mobile. Some kids decided to make their nature mobiles only with pinecone, and some kids decided to add more leaves and flowers, and some kids decided to make specific patterns to show their mathematical skills. Later on, some friends added different color paints to show their creativity to make their nature mobile to look more colorful.
School
Westerville - State
Classroom
Ducklings 1 & 2
Teachers
3
Ms. Asheligh and Ms. Isatuo
Today during outdoor play we set out sensory trays with different textures such as gel, cereal ,salt, pom poms etc. We allowed the children to walk barefoot to feel the different textures.
WELLNESS5
Feathers The Nest Librar Let’s
Welcome to Buddy’s Book Review!
A review of our favorite children’s books here at The Nest Schools. We thoroughly believe in the power of literature, and we are excited to introduce wonderful new children’s books to our families in hopes that they will expand their own home libraries as we expand our own!
How do we review and rate each book?
We rate in terms of its likeness to our core values: KINDNESS, WELLNESS, INNOVATION, and FUN. Five feathers will be given for the core value we think each book best represents.
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A story that teaches children to embrace their uniqueness, love themselves, and bounce back from mistakes. With its positive message, it helps foster self-esteem and emotional growth, making it a perfect read for building confidence in young children.
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Family fun
Fall Fun Activities
Pie Baking
Photography
Pumpkin
Decorating
Make your fall activities extra fun!
That magical season is approaching! The perfect time to hit up the apple orchard or frolic in the pumpkin patch. It’s a fantastic opportunity to bond with nature and each other as autumn kicks in.
Eight activity ideas
The activities in our blog this month all include fun outside activities that you can participate in as a family and provides your children with opportunities to learn new skills
When you try our fall fun activities, share on social media and tag us!
Meaningfulmeals
Autumn Leaves, Apples Please!
When you try new foods with your child you are encouraging them to be bold and try new things too.
Something as simple as different colored apples can really be a fun experience for everyone! As the seasons begin to change, and we dive full force into all the fun family fall activities consider adding this one to your list.
Want to try the recipe?
Check out our Meaningful Meals Blog series to learn about the benefits of family style dining and an abundance of recipes to try together!
Kindness Blooms at Curt Gowdy State Park
Cheryl Gowdy's "Little House" at Curt Gowdy State Park is a heartfelt center for kindness. Children can share their wishes for a better world through interactive programs and activities. Since its opening, it has inspired over a thousand children to engage with kindness, exemplified by initiatives like creating quilts for those in need. With plans for further improvements, Cheryl aims to continue her father's legacy of love and kindness, fostering a community that cherishes compassion and connection
Spinato’s launches ‘Kindness Bags’ for homeless
Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen and the Kenneth Anthony Spinato Foundation have brought back their “Kindness Challenge” for the second consecutive year to help the homeless and raise funds for St. Vincent de Paul.
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30 Seconds or Less Kindness Philosophy
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School Name Name of Organization
Amherst Friendship APL
Archdale Jacob Carroll Memorial 5K "RunThe Jake"
Broomfield American Red Cross - Mile High Chapter
Clayton-Mechanical Samaritan's Feet
Clayton-Middleton Saving Grace
Clemmons Friedberg Elementary School PTO
Crystal Lake Family Partnership Clinic
Gastonia Wildlife Rescue of Charlotte
Greensboro
Ready Ready (Ready for School Ready for Life)
High Point-Phillips Journey of a Cat's Meow
Hudson Alliance for Children and Families
Ken Caryl Denver Pet Partners
Lakeland Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County
Lutz Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute INC
Mechanicsville Cornerstone Support Services
Northgate Out of the Garden Project
Powell Bold and Brave Kids
Westerville-Dempsey DSACO
Winston-Salem Ronald McDonald House Charities
Winter Garden Give Kids The World Village
KINDNEST Charitable Giving
Check out the Charities we donated to this past quarter! At The Nest Schools, KINDNESS is more than our most important core value. It is our way of life and our greatest lesson for our children. It is at the heart of everything we do, what we promise, and who we are. We proudly support our local communities through various #KindNEST giving initiatives throughout the year. Together, we can make a difference!
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Lost and Found: A Parent’s Guide to Child Safety in Public Spaces
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Losing your child in a public place can be a scary experience for any parent. However, knowing that your child is prepared to stay safe and quickly reunite with you can significantly shorten the time of separation. Preparing your family for these situations is an important part of public safety for children. We have a few tips to help you get started when coming up with a plan that works best for your family.
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Outdoor Play
Fall is here and the temperatures are cooling off, making it the perfect time to head outside! Would you believe that on average, Americans spend a whopping 90% of their time indoors?1 However, research has shown that there are many benefits to spending time outdoors, particularly for children.
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PARENT Testimonials
“I love The Nest. I love their curriculum, I can tell from the daily pictures that they actually follow the curriculum posted on their website. I love that I never hear staff yelling at children, it's a very positive environment. I feel confident that my daughter is safe, cared for, and encouraged to grow.”
Joshua O.
“Love The Nest Schools, Greensboro. We have been enrolled since March & it has been such a great easy transition for my son. All teachers and staff members are so great.”
Alexis A.
“My kids love coming here! The staff has really be exceptional and treat my little ones like their own. My oldest is neurodivergent and they really go out of their way to make her feel comfortable and safe. Love them so much!”
Mackenzie W.
“Teachers are so welcoming...and I feel good knowing my kid is in a great care.”
DJ W.
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World Teacher’s Day
October 5
World Mental Health Day
October 10
Global Handwashing Day
October 15
RECOGNIZING
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Family History Month
National Work and Family Month
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We will be closed for a professional development day on Monday, October 14th.
October Spirit Week Page 21
Nest Builders Event! Topic: The Playful Parenting Approach, October 29th | Page 23
The Nest Trivia! Page 22
Fall Family Fun WellNEST Challenge Page 20
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OctoberSpirit Week
Mon, 21st
Tue, 22nd
Apple Theme Day
Wear your favorite apple colors or apple themed attire today!
Wed, 23rd
Whacky-Tacky Tuesday
Wear your wackiest outfit to school. Who will have the craziest outfit today?
On Wednesdays We Wear Pink
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, rock your pinkest outf today. Consider donating to the Susan G Komen foundation, starting a fundraiser, or joining a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk in your community.
Thu, 24th
Sports Jersey Day
It’s football season! Wear a sports jersey to school today to represent your favorite team.
Fri, 25th
Candy Corn Guessing Game/Colors
Wear your favorite Candy Corn attire or colors today.
October The Nest Schools Trivia
What is the name of our blue bird mascot?
Bluey Buddy Birdy a b c
How many charities has The Nest donated to?
50 80 130 a b c
How many age specific programs do we offer?
Four Six Eight a b c Nest Builders Flock Talk Parent Perch a b c
What is the name of our free parenting resource?
Nest builders
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TRANSFORM YOUR PARENTING
FREE Live Virtual
Parent Educational Event
MICHELLE TOVAR with guest speaker
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The Power of Play with Amanda Morgan
Healthier Sleep with Little Snoozers
Less Yelling, More Connecting with Practical Life Parenting
Teaching KINDNESS with Nest Directors
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Smart Screen Time with Sabrina Braham, MD
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