Hello Green Thumb Families!
Happy soon-to-be SPRING! Although this winter surprised us a few times with threats of a big “Kaboom,” we’ve had only a few days of measurable snow. I think we’re all ready for warmer, sunnier days, green trees, and blooming flowers. Once the weather warms up, our students will be spending much more time outside playing and exploring. Please remember to send your children in weather-appropriate clothing, including jackets, closed-toed shoes, and if your child wears skirts or dresses, make sure they have shorts or tights underneath. Our friends love to flip and flop all over the playground!
Can you believe how quickly this year has flown by? Your children have been working hard and growing so much these past months. As we near the end of our journey through the alphabet, the learning won’t stop there. The next three months will be filled with reviews of letters, numbers, and colors, along with critical thinking, fitness, fun, and lots of memories. For our Pre-K 4 students, we’ll dive into learning sight words, continue number place values, and simple addition.
Here’s what’s coming up in March:
- St. Patrick’s Day fun and the first day of Spring will bring exciting activities that are sure to make your little ones feel lucky and ready for warmer weather! 🍀🌷
Important Dates to Remember:
- Picture Day is on Monday, March 24 & Tuesday, March 25! Be ready for those adorable smiles. Picture forms with your child’s scheduled day will be sent home soon, —we’ll be taking Cap & Gown pictures for our soon-to-be Pre-K graduates! 🎓✨
- Parent/Teacher Conferences will be happening in May for our Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, and Ranchers Satellite programs. Once the date is set, we’ll send out the details!
- End of the Fall/Spring Program is officially June 6, 2025, though some students will stay with us until June 13. Make sure to let the office know your child’s last day for billing purposes!
Summer Camp: In January, we sent home summer camp enrollment forms. Our summer camp is now full, but if you haven’t returned your form yet, please reach out to the office.
Fall Program Registration:We are actively registering for our Fall Program and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome your little ones back for another amazing year! While we understand that our local districts offer a free Pre-K, we want to emphasize that Green Thumb is more than just a daycare. Our Montessori-based preschool for children ages 3-5 offers structure and academics that prepare them for a strong start in kindergarten. While competing with free is difficult, academically we stand apart from other programs offered. 🧠🌱
Montessori Method: At Green Thumb, we are committed to providing a learning environment where children develop at their own pace through hands-on, self-directed activities. Our classrooms emphasize critical thinking, independent exploration, and collaborative play. This approach helps students reach their full potential, while fostering self-sufficiency, personal independence, and an internal sense of motivation. Unlike traditional classrooms where all students follow the same lessons, our Montessori method lets children challenge themselves as they are ready, which builds confidence and a love for learning. 💪
We can’t wait to see what the rest of this year brings! Thank you for being such an important part of our Green Thumb community. Here’s to a fun-filled spring of learning, growth, and lots of memories!
Warm regards,
The Green Thumb Team