Director's Message
Hello everyone!
April brings us crazy Spring weather. Rain, wind and sunshine. We have been very busy here at Santa Inez Happy Hall. We have been doing a lot of Spring cleaning and reorganizing areas at our school.
We have added an outdoor classroom to our campus. It is located on our fiesta deck. In the outdoor classroom setting children connect to the natural world and learn from what nature has to teach us. Check out our courtyard Community Collage of Pictures. Fun Stuff!!
Here at Santa Inez Happy Hall we envision a world where along with our Core Beliefs children have access to the rich developmental opportunities that come from engaging with the natural world. With that said we will be celebrating Earth Day this month.
We have also added a Science/Sensory Area across from our snail fountain!
During week of April 8th through the 12th we will be celebrating NAEYC’s
“The Week of the Young Child”. (Please see email from your child’s lead teacher for more information).
Please remember to read all communication sent by the school. We will use email, text or 1Core to keep families informed.
Program Highlights
Classroom Snippets
Red Class: In the month of April Red Class will be focusing on reviewing numbers, shapes and colors. We will also be introducing all things Spring. We will be creating projects based on blossoming flowers as we also incorporate projects based on our letter of the week. This month we will also focus on the Week of the Young Child and have activities around celebrating the whole child.
Orange Class: Get ready for an exhilarating journey into the wonders of nature with Orange Class this April 2024! As Spring blooms around us, we will dive into the beauty and mysteries of the world. From exploring the life cycles of plants to discovering the habitats of animals, everyday will be filled with awe and discovery. But that’s not all-April brings with it special occasions to celebrate. We’ll honor Earth Day on April 22nd, engaging in eco-friendly activities and learning how to be stewards of our planet. Additionally, we’ll join the festivities of the Week of the Young Child, embracing creativity, curiosity, and the joy of early learning. With excitement buzzing in the air, Orange Class eagerly anticipates the adventures that lie ahead. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, learning and celebration.
Yellow Class: This month we will be learning about flowers, insects and talking about ways to take care of our health, one example is brushing our teeth . We will continue to practice our fine motor skills while using scissors. We will also practice holding our pencils with a pincer grasp.
Green Class: In the month of April Green Class will be going over our numbers and working on shapes.We will be tracing and cutting them and making structures with them. We will also be tracing numbers. We will be making our little garden in our sensory table with kinetic sand and pretend flowers and buggy critters helping to strengthen our fine motor skills and our team working skills.
Blue Class: For the month of April, Blue Class will explore plant life and the life cycle of plants. We will also learn about the different plant life around the world. We will have open discussions about plants that are unsafe to the human body and explore nature and it’s
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TK Purple: TK Purple Class will be working on mathematical problems with flowers and rocks. Along with this we will be talking about rainy days…Where does that rain come from? We will also talk about Earth Day and continue to explore science activities.
Registration 2024-2025
On Monday, April 15th we will process your Registration and Equipment Fee $150.00 and Personal Materials Fee $50.00 for the 2024-2025 school year from your TAP account.
To avoid paying the non-refundable Registration and Personal Materials Fee. The online Withdrawal Request must be submitted before April 15th. Santa Inez - Withdrawal Form
Community Events
April 26, Closing 1PM: Staff Development
Friday, May 10th - 3:30 to 4:30PM: Pick up 3:30pm to participate. We will be hosting our first annual “Mom’s My Cup of Tea Hour!”
Moms, grandmothers or any significant adult in a child’s life is welcome to attend. Limit two adults per child, no siblings. Come join your child to celebrate! Enjoy a beverage and treat. More details to come from your child’s lead teacher.
May 6th - May 10th is TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!
Keep a lookout for more information.
May 17 - Celebrating Cultural Diversity. More details to come.
May 24 CLOSED - Staff development and classroom prep.
May 27 CLOSED - Memorial Day
Reminders
Arriving before circle time starts can help set your child's day off to a consistent routine. Allowing children time to ease into the day smoothly and join their classmates in engaging activities right from the beginning.
Absence days or medical appointments can be marked within the 1Core Family App > “Record Absence”. If days are missed due to illness or other needs please communicate with the school. Illnesses that can affect the school community must be reported to your child's teacher or school office.
Please refer to the Family Handbook for timeframe children may return to school after illness guidelines. Family Handbook
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Thank You!
As always, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for partnering with us in your child’s growth journey! Your support and collaboration play a vital role in creating a nurturing and enriching environment for all our children. Together, we can continue to inspire and empower them to reach their fullest potential. Thank you for entrusting us with this privilege.
Frank DiFede, Jennifer Morada & HH Staff
Program Director, Assistant Director
Happy Hall @ Santa Inez
