There is a lot of information out there right now about the importance of children having at least one year of preschool before beginning kindergarten. Many experts, and those of us that work in the early learning field, agree that some sort of formalized education at least one year (two years is even better) before children begin kindergarten helps children learn how to socialize.

Socialization skills may be the single most important factor when considering whether to send a child to kindergarten or not. Socialization may seem simple but it encompasses so many important skills. Socialization skills include such things as getting along with other children, learning how to share in a group setting, being able to contribute in circle time. Other important socialization skills include learning how to compromise and be respectful of others, learning how to find solutions to everyday problems. When children learn how to play with peers they gain self-confidence and learn a sense of self-worth. Children in preschool also discover that they are capable and able to do many things for themselves.

A quality preschool can also help children find answers through exploration, experimentation and conversation to the questions they ask...”Do fish sleep?” “Why do boats float?” “Where do I live?”

Preschool is not only about learning how to read or count but also about imagining, creating, and building, socializing, listening, doing and becoming well-rounded people.

CARI HEUPEL
CHILDCARE DIRECTOR
605.225.7113
cheupel@aberdeenymca.org

CLOSURE
We will be closed Monday, September 1 in observation of Labor Day.

FIZZ BOOM READ
Our reading program ends on August 22. Please makes sure that you are turning in your bubbles. Need more bubbles? Get them, HERE.

ILLNESS
If your child is or has been ill, please make sure you are following our health policy (in the back of your parent handbook) to help us keep everyone (you, your child, & our staff) healthy!

CLOTHING
The children will be going outdoors whenever our weather lets us. Please make sure your child has appropriate weather wear here at all times.You may need to bring extra clothing for your child to change into.

IMMUNIZATIONS
We MUST have an up-to-date immunization record on file for EVERY child that attends our center. Please help us by giving us a new copy of your child’s shot record after each immunization.

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CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL
Grades: 1st & 2nd
Season: August 28-Sept. 20
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