Dear SDP Families,

Happy February!

As we move through the winter season, our classrooms continue to be filled with learning, creativity, and meaningful moments of connection. February is a special month as we focus on kindness, friendships, and celebrating the diverse individuals who shape our community. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Please take a moment to read below for this month’s themes, important dates, and upcoming updates.

February Themes: Throughout February, children will be exploring Valentine’s/Friendship Day, kindness and caring for others, understanding and expressing emotions, and winter sensory experiences. We will also acknowledge and celebrate Black History Month, learning about the importance of diversity, respect, and inclusion in age-appropriate ways. Through hands-on activities, play, and daily routines, children will continue building confidence, emotional awareness, and positive social skills. We will also continue practicing healthy habits such as hand washing, covering coughs and sneezes, and dressing appropriately for winter weather.

Important Dates:

• Monday, February 9th – PTO Meeting at 1:00 PM (Google Meets)
• Thursday, February 12th – Special Police Visit & 100th Day of School
• Friday, February 13th – Valentine’s/Friendship Classroom Party Monday
• February 16th – School Closed in Observance of Presidents’ Day
• Special Events: 100th Day of School – Thursday, February 12th. We are excited to celebrate the 100th day of school! Children are encouraged to come dressed as if they are 100 years old. We are also looking forward to a special police visit on this day.
• Valentine’s/Friendship Party – Friday, February 13th We will be hosting a Valentine’s/Friendship celebration in the classroom for the children. Families who would like to bring in items to share are kindly asked to send us a message so we can keep track of what will be brought in. Thank you for your support!

PTO Update – Parent Involvement: Our next PTO meeting will be held on Monday, February 9th at 1:00 PM via Google Meet. Families who have already signed up will receive the meeting link via email. If any families who have not previously signed up would like to join, please reach out and a welcome email along with the Google Meet link will be sent. We’d love to have you join us!

Winter Weather Reminder: Cold weather is still here! Please be sure your child comes to school dressed appropriately with: Warm jackets, hats, gloves or mittens, scarves, weather-appropriate shoes. State regulations require a minimum of 30 minutes of outdoor play daily, weather permitting, so please dress your child warmly.

Parent Resource Spotlight: “Supporting Emotional Regulation in Young Children” This month’s resource shares helpful strategies families can use to support children in managing emotions, calming their bodies, and building emotional awareness.

https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/social-emotional-learning-helping-children-build-skills-life

Thank you for being an essential part of our Small Discoveries family. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to a meaningful and fun-filled month ahead.

Warmly,

Ms. Jennifer Vera