Season Changes and our Learning Grows

This year has been such a joyful journey for our Way to Grow Preschool Pals, filled with new experiences, big transitions, and plenty of laughter. Spring brought a season of discovery as we kicked things off with a fun and memorable field trip to the Minnesota Children’s Museum, where the children explored, played, and followed their curiosity through every exhibit. We also celebrated some meaningful staff changes. Miss Gwen moved on to continue her journey in education, and while we miss her, we’re so proud of her. Miss Olivia completed her CDA program and stepped confidently into her role as a lead teacher, and we were thrilled to welcome Miss Ramona to our team this spring. Our staff even participated in Literacy Day at the Capitol in Saint Paul, celebrating early learning and advocating for young readers. One of the highlights of the season was our gardening unit, where the children learned about seeds, soil, and nature’s magic. Their hard work paid off with a vibrant garden and an impressive harvest (especially all that zucchini!!)

Summer was filled with sunshine, learning, and lots of outdoor fun. Our Dinosaur Unit sparked huge excitement as we explored fossils and learned about the fascinating reptiles that once roamed the Earth. The warm weather gave us endless opportunities for summer fun days outside, complete with water play, sandcastles, and sensory-rich adventures. One of the standout moments of the season was our amazing field trip to Como Zoo, where the children were soooo hype to be seeing animals up close and asking curious questions. We ended the summer with a heartfelt celebration as we congratulated our Preschool Pals who graduated and are now off to kindergarten!! We couldn’t be prouder of their growth.

Fall arrived with crisp air and colorful leaves, bringing fresh starts and lots of cozy learning moments. The first day of the new school year was filled with excitement and transitions as our preschoolers settled into new routines with bravery and joy. This season, we focused on learning about Friends and Families and building a warm, connected classroom community. We were so happy to welcome back Jam Sessions with Miss Nora, whose music and movement activities brought rhythm and smiles to our days. Outdoor play was especially magical as the children noticed the fall colors and explored the changing environment. Our adorable field trip to the Fall Harvest Orchard gave everyone a dose of autumn charm, with wagon rides, apple-themed fun, and farm exploration. We wrapped up the season with our festive Fall Costume Party, complete with pumpkin painting, sensory pumpkin exploration, dancing, and lots of family fun.
As we look back on all these moments, we are filled with gratitude for our wonderful children, supportive families, and dedicated staff who make each season brighter than the last. Every adventure reminds us how lucky we are to learn and grow together. And with so many exciting things already blossoming behind the scenes, we can’t wait to share even more memories in our next blog post. Stay tuned.... the best is yet to come!!