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Our school chose AARF because they help to improve the health of the pet community that in turn improves the health of our entire community. Our families got involved by donating supplies such as: food, treats, toys, bedding, and cleaning supplies. The children are so excited that they are helping the animals!
Carly, the facility owner took Ms. Mackenzie and I (Ashleigh Meyers, Director of The Nest Schools Winston Salem) on a walk-through of their space, showing us the various areas where their work takes place. One of the areas was where they care for kittens until they get adopted. Another area was their food storage where all of the food we are dontaing to them will go. The food bank provides support to families in need, helping them care for and keep their adopted pets.
AARF spoke to us about how they offer in-house spay and neutering as a way to help keep the pet population healthy. By the time our tour came to an end, it was evident that the staff is deeply dedicated to giving back and making a difference for animals.
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.
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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
Cindy Martinez Cindy Martinez
School
Lakeland
To inspire motivation and confidence in my mentees:
Welcoming,
compassionate, and informative Mentoring Style
Fun
Fact
I like to journal and read.
ding about being a mentor?
I simply just ask them how they have been and how they are feeling. Ask if everything has been okay and what they might need from me today. Even share a detail or two about my day remind them that we are all in it together.
Just being of service and helping someone feel more comfortable or at ease when they would have otherwise been very overwhelmed or nervous. Sometime s people just need to feel noticed and feel like they matter.
How has the mentor program impacted your school?
The same as what's listed above. Just to watch new hires blossom and excel because they feel confident and because they've been empowered by another.
What inspired you to become a mentor?
I wish I had a mentor when I first started in this field. I had to wing it, I was thrown in a classroom and had to learn on my own and in turn had to unlearn a lot once I knew better.
What is your most memorable mentoring moment?
I had someone tell me that I make them feel safe.
What advice do you give your mentees?
Just breathe and don't be afraid to ask for help. We all have been in your shoes.
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Dual Language Exposure for Young Children
Spanish Spanish
Words of the month
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It’s time to learn Spanish, try these words at home Watch Now
American Sign Language American Sign Language
Words of the month
Help, Play, Sleep
Ducklings & Cardinals
School, Home, Family, Crayon, Paint
It’s time to learn Sign Language, try these words at home Watch No
Curriculum Challenge News
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Creative Expression
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Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs!
Winners Will Receive Nest Eggs!
School
Clayton Mechanical Classroom
Cardinals 2
Teachers
Ms. Tina & Ms. Stella
In this fun activity we took simple ingre this hands-on project we created fizzy volcanos with different colors. We provided our children with different opportunities to try and think about different predictions as to what might happen. This activity helped us introduce new concepts and vocabulary words. We were able to talk about what patterns we saw and what would happen if we added more ingredients or took some ingredients away. The children really enjoyed this fun activity.
Rainbow Lemon Volcano
School
Dublin
Classroom
Cardinals
Teachers
Ms. Shirley
Through reading and discussion, we explored how things moved and why. Let’s think back to all the cool ways we used force and motion in our play! When we pushed the cars back and forth, did they move fast or gently? When we build a ramp with cardboard boxes and blocks, what happened when we pushed the cars and balls down the ramp? We used feathers to show that force doesn’t have to be strong, it can be soft and gentle. We also showed force through gravity during our water play. We discovered how the force of weight changes how the toy moves in water (sink or float).
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School
Clayton
Middleton
Classroom
Robins 1
Teachers
Kairise Atkinson & Shaniyah Tanae
Farmer
Rock Study Geologists
Materials: Rocks & Fossils, Scale Rulers, Magnifiers, Microscopes, Sand, and Sifters
Directions: We had an awesome time sorting, weighing, measuring, sifting, and taking a closer look at rocks/gems/fossils. Our friends visited 6 stations geared around the job of a geologist!
Station 1: Fossil examining
Station 2: Rock measuring
Station 3: Using Microscopes
Station 4: Weighing Rocks
Station 5: Mining for Gems
Station 6: Sorting Rocks & Gems
As the children rotated through the stations, they made observations about size, appearance, weight, shape, length, and color. They employed several scientific methods, including examining, formulating hypotheses, testing ideas an theories, and recording data. 12
Check out all of our Nest University learners who have earned more than 100 points in the past month!
Alexis Jones 110 Points
Shaker Heights
Kelsey Boggess 303 Points Clemmons
Melony Dance 163 Points Geist
Pamela Facenda 126 Points
Clayton-Mechanical
New Regional Director
Jennifer Hughes Texas
New Directors
Brianna Connell
Carmel
Briana Brown Towne Lake
New Assistant Directors
Mairead Brown
Carmel
Krystle Bailey
Mansfield
Jessica Scott
Longmont
Cassandra Terrusa
Wallingford
New Education Coordinators
Cindy Martinez Lakeland, FL
Casey Brodskey Winter Garden, FL
Heather Callaway Hudson, OH
Caliyia Sapp Thomas CR, GA
Rachel Jones Cinco Ranch, TX
Heather Straka Avon, OH
Summer DeFouw Amherst, OH
Navaneetham Govindasamy Dublin, OH
Recent Graduates & &
Donna Smith Hudson, OH
CCEI
Deshawna Barron Solon OH
Haley Gould Longmont, CO
Leanne Prince Highpoint P., NC
Tina McCall
Clayton Mechanical, NC
Top Performing Schools
sterville Dempsey 130 Courses
Clayton Mechanical 79 Courses Geist 58 Courses
New Mentors
Lizett Cornejo Barrington
Lorinda Ferreira Winston Salem
Yarismil Moreno San Antonio
Katherine Cummings Westfield Grassy Branch
Linda Barlow Clemmons
Stelease Allen Geist
Nicole Onofrio Wallingford
Isabella Perez Summergrove
Kylie Kelderman Crystal Lake
Sarah Turner Crystal Lake
Gabriella Faitele-Niedzwiecki Geist
Kelsey Boggess Clemmons
Megan Havlin Geist
Ashley Renee Wilson Lakeland
Brittany Lawrence Westfield Grassy Branc
BRAG BOARD
Team photos that have been submitted over the past month!
DearTeachers,
You’re makingeadifference, ven in ways you can’tsee.
Themagic youbring intoschool can’tbe measured, onlyfelt.
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Birthday Celebration
Ms. Makaela
With The Nest Schools
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Are you considering growing your career in Early Childhood Education but unsure where to start?
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.
Contact knowledge@thenestschool.com to learn more about the CDA program and how you can get started!
Jessica Bonus Jessica Bonus
From Our Strongsville School
ieve your goals?
The program certification has significantly contributed to my career goals by providing me the opportunity to advance my education and experience in the ECE field. The impact on my career and personal growth has been substantial, pushing me to enhance my classroom experiences, provide elevated education for my students, and grow my confidence as a teacher.
What was the most valuable part of the program for you?
The program's most valuable features are the ability to complete the coursework on my own time and that I am able to control which courses I choose to complete. I am able to take the knowledge gained from this program, and continue my work as an ECE professional, but to a higher degree. Holding myself to the highest standards inside and outside of the classroom is always my goal, and obtaining my CDA has supported me in this.
What would you say to someone considering the program?
In recommending this outstanding program to someone uncertain about its fit, I would stress the ease of accessing classes required to complete the 120-hour necessity, a process that proved to be remarkably straightforward. I would reassure them that this program is very user-friendly, is a self-paced, has laid out coursework for you, an gives you a step-up from coworkers and other ECE professionals.
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ParentTestimonials
“We absolutely love this daycare! Our daughter has been so well cared for, and it's been amazing to see how much she's grown and developed since starting here. The staff are so caring and attentive, and they've created a wonderfulenvironment where she feels safe and happy.”
-MichaelD
Clemmons
“Since the very first day we toured, the staff answered all our questions, were very pleasant and very much love the children they serve. The classes are clean and organized. As a parent working in healthcare they prioritize health and safety along with work with early morning drop offs and long days without judgement. They do a lot of different activities with the babies including outside time. The Procare app is super helpful to feel informed while they also provide the cutest of photos to help you feel more connected during the day. I feel very confident that my child is in good hands while there which we are so appreciative of!”
-AllysonM
Barrington
Your referrals are the part of our school
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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.
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