An Awesome October

It was equal parts spooky as it was special during a month that ranged from grateful to ghouls and whatever could possibly fall in between those two things. Which we believe is probably something along the lines of laughter, learning and love for the people around us. Because if one thing is for certain at LCCC, it's that the forementioned is the perfect recipe for creating a space that's community driven and child-led. These past few weeks those very children and their array of interests inspired some really creative costumes, collaborative activities and moments of gratitude. And maybe even some spooks, so readers be warned as you continue on.

THANKSGIVING

To celebrate the season of thanks and giving, we saw some really creative ways that our classroom teachers incorporated the concept of gratitude, into their programming. Some rooms read storybooks about Thanksgiving traditions and then discussed what that looks like in different homes, with children sharing special activities they do with their families. Others created hand crafted works of art with meaning behind them. Like a wreathe of hands, to symbolize togetherness. And gratitude spoons, to symbolize shared conversation and thankfulness.

HALLOWEEN

As the month went on, things at LCCC got a little bit spookier. Every age group at the center was led by the Spirit of Halloween, including our staff! We saw pumpkin carving, creepy creatives, spooky snacks and the best part - the annual Halloween Costume Walk!

The costume walk is a tradition that seamlessly blends the two sides our centres age groups into one adorable moment. The younger classrooms, with the help of their educators, walk over to the school and show off their Halloween Costumes by walking from class to class. The younger friends smile and wave to their older peers -and oftentimes, their siblings!- while the older friends say gentle hellos and words of encouragement.

CHILDCARE WORKER APPRECIATION DAY

As much as look forward to and appreciate all of the above occasions, to be appreciated is also an occasion worth celebrating. Childcare Worker Appreciation Day was nothing short of fun and flavourful, as our center honoured our exceptional Childcare Staff in the form of a lunch buffet and social. Thanks to the generous donations from parents in our community, we were also able to provide each staff member with a gift card of their choice.

To our classroom educators, kitchen crew, sanitation team, supply staff and of course our awesome office, we appreciate each and every one of you. And it never goes without saying that our wonderful center would not run as smoothly, have as much fun or as many amazing learning experiences as we do, without everyone who is a part of it.