News from the Nest October 2021 - Director Update - Eagles' Nest Early Learning Center

News from the Nest
October 2021

Director Update
Good evening families! We have a lot of updates and news so please mark your calendars for
important dates.

First and foremost, thank you all for your patience and understanding over the last month. I think it is
safe to say that we are all happy to be back to school. The kids have been great about wearing their
masks and following the classroom rules. The teachers are very proud of everyone.
On that note, it is more important than ever to keep your sick kids home. We have multiple copies for
you to take home of the Colorado guidelines for 'How Sick is too Sick' and always ask one of us if you
are unsure whether to keep your child home. In the event of a positive COVID case, we will handle each
situation case by case and make the best decisions for each and every one of you and the center.

COVID vaccinations and flu shots are readily available for anyone interested. See Kayla for updated
dates and sites.

Eagles' Nest will not be hosting a Halloween event this year. Instead we will throw a party for all of the
classrooms on Thursday, October 28th. Please bring your child in their costume or in a bag for the
teachers to help them change into. There are a few extra costumes here that we can lend out as well.
Eagles' Nest will provide the students with goodie bags to take home, filled with candy and healthy
treats. There will be fun games, crafts, and snacks planned for the day. The preschool classroom will
watch Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest later in the day. This movie is rated for children 3 and
older. If you would like to exclude your preschool student from this movie please let Kayla or Alyson
know.

The center will be undergoing a rating review in February for Colorado Shines. This is a quality rating
for childcare centers. We currently sit at a Level 3 and hope to reach the highest rating of a Level 5.
Colorado Shines granted us $1,400 to spend of learning materials this year. The children will receive
new math and manipulatives, dramatic play props, tables, and many various other learning tools. The
teachers have been working on achieving higher credentials and qualifications during this last year. I
am pleased to announce that Miss Sammy and Miss Kristen are now officially lead teachers! This is
such exciting news and great for the center all around. Congratulations to them both!

Eagles' Nest will soon receive a Breastfeeding Friendly Certification within the next month. This
program advocates for women to breastfeed and supports them through this time. Eagles' Nest now
has a comfortable and private space in the employee lounge for parents and staff who breastfeed.
This space was designed to give nursing mothers a piece of mind and relaxation while they feed their
baby. Eagles' Nest has many support tools and information available at all times.

The preschool classroom is seeking 10-20 pieces of gently used male and female clothing for their
dramatic play area. These items include purses, wallets, shoes, clothing (jackets, blouses, suspenders
etc.), and hats. If you have anything you would like to donate we would greatly appreciate it.

Fundraising Events!
                                   Sweatshirts and T-Shirts for sale
                                           Youth Shirts $10
                                           Adult T-Shirts $15
                                        Adult Sweatshirts $25

                                          Get yours today!
                                      We accept checks or cash.
                     There are a limited number of sizes and quantity available as
                                these are left over from a pervious year.

                                    Just Chillin Fall Fundraiser
We are hoping to raise $2000 to help support the classrooms educational learning supplies. We need
 and appreciate your support. There are over 100 items in the brochure. The fundraiser will run from
October 18-November 1st. This is a prepay sale. Please collect money when selling and makes checks
 payable to Eagles' Nest Early Learning Center. If you are interested in sharing this fundraiser with
                          family out of state follow the directions below.

1. Parents/guardians go to www.forfundsonline.com and click on register here. Enter the participant
                                    ID: 65699 and follow the prompts.
 2. Once student is registered, click on generate email, copy and paste text message into social media
   or email. The message will contain a link which will lead customers to forfundsonline.com and to
                                            participant sales.
3. Family and friends shop online, pay with credit card and the product ships directly to their door! The
                     sales are automatically credited to the school and participant.

                           Eagles' Nest earns 40% on all items sold online!
                                         Program ID: 65699

IMPORTANT DATES

Picture Day
                        Monday, November 1st

                         Eagles' Nest Closures
                            November 24-25
                              December 23
                              December 30

SPOOKY MONSTER STROLL TRICK OR TREAT
                              10-23-2021
                                   5-9
               Gilpin Community Center Barn and Trail

                           Costume Contest
                              Trick or Treat
                                 Games
                                 Music
                                Dancing
                             Moon Gazing
                               JKQ BBQ

            See the flyers in the front lobby for more details

EAGLES NEST ELC
  10655 State Highway 119, Blac…   KaylaL@eaglesnestelc.org

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