Childcare Center News: January 2025
Director’s Message
Dear Families -
Happy New Year! I can hardly believe that it is 2025! I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas with those you cherish. December was here and gone in a flash! Now, it’s time for new beginnings.
As it is sure to get cold in the coming days, please make sure that your child has a coat at the Center. If your child happens to misplace a coat, check our lost and found. Please label all your child’s belongings so that we can return those we find to the appropriate owner.
The cold weather brings various viruses, colds and flus. Please keep your child home if he/she has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea and/or an undiagnosed rash. Refer to your parent handbook for our illness policy.
Warmly,
Angie Reynolds
Director
(405) 341.2626
Dates to Remember
January 2 - Annual Supply Fee Charged ($75)
January 6 - Student Move-Ups (Check student lists outside Administration office)
January 20 - Martin Luther Kind Jr. Day; Childcare Center & Edmond Public Schools Closed
January 22 - UNITE resumes (Wednesday Nights at First Christian - learn more: fccedmond.org/unite)
February 14 - Valentine’s Day Parties (in classrooms)
Lessons from Lisa Lane
As we begin our new year, there are many fun and exciting themes and projects ahead. For the month of January we are starting off learning about winter animals: the animals that live in cold climates to what their bodies are made of to help them survive. The next week, we will have a literacy study on “Chicka, Chicka Boom, Boom”. This book gives the children many opportunities to become more familiar with letters and grow to love them. We will then celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will be learning about Mr. King and the ways he helped change our world. We will also help the children understand what it takes to be a good leader and hopefully inspire them to be great leaders. Finally, we will move on to learn about jobs and our community. We would love to have a few guests this week to come and talk about their job and how their job helps the community. If any of you are interested in coming to speak, read a book, or do a special activity about your line of work with our children, we would love that! Please contact Lisa if that is something we would like to help us with. Looking forward to a great year with your young ones!
Teacher of the Month
Jerneigh Roberts is January's Teacher of the Month! She teaches in Pioneers classroom in the afternoons. Jerneigh joined our team at First Christian Church Childcare Center in August 2024.
Jerneigh is truly a blessing to the children and to the Center. She dedicates herself to the development of her students, fostering an environment of confidence, joy, and learning. Jerneigh’s playful and engaging energy creates a classroom where children thrive. Her self-assuredness, strength, and passion for her job are truly inspiring.
Currently, Jerneigh is a Junior at the University of Central Oklahoma. She is pursuing her degree in Secondary English Education and aspires to be a high school teacher one day. She enjoys "rapping" and choreographing her songs, going on mission trips, and ministering to children. Most importantly, she loves Jesus.
Congratulations, Jerneigh!
Check-In / Check-Out
*** You must check your child in and out at the front computer or on the ProCare App DAILY.
Inclement Weather Notices
With cold winter temperatures come an increased chance of bad weather. We offer text alerts when the Center closes due to severe weather. If you would like to receive text alerts, send your child’s name, your cell phone number and the name of your service provider to areynolds@fccedmond.org
Happy Birthday!
Child Care Center Students:
Jan 6 - Norah H
Jan 7 - Evelyn T
Jan 9 - Lauren H
Jan 10 - Naomi L
Jan 12 - Samuel L
Jan 17 - Piper S
Jan 18 - Maverick S
Jan 20 - Jack M, Ember T
Jan 21 - William B, Noah C, Amara L
Jan 22 - Bryson T
Jan 28 - Makayla W
Jan 30 - Gavin G
Child Care Center Staff:
Jan 2 - Rebekah B
Jan 25 - Chaeli E, Hannah H
Jan 28 - Lisa L
Jan 31 - Angela R
A Message from Children’s Ministry
From our curriculum partner, Think Orange, an article on daily family devotionals: If one of your goals is to incorporate faith practices into your family’s rhythm, you can create a devotional reading routine. Here are eight ways to start a new devotional routine:
1. Set a regular time.
Choose a consistent time of day (e.g., before breakfast, at dinner, or at bedtime) for family devotional reading time. It’s important to establish a routine that everyone can anticipate and participate in.
2. Create a comfortable space.
Dedicate a peaceful area in your home for devotional time. Whether it takes place in the living room or a cozy corner, make sure the spot you choose has minimal distractions.
3. Use age-appropriate materials.
Choose a devotional appropriate for the phase your kid is in. For younger kids, devotionals with pictures are a great way to help them comprehend the story. For older kids, devotionals with real-life scenarios and life applications could be helpful.
4. Involve the whole family.
To keep everyone engaged, encourage each family member to take turns reading, leading discussions, or even suggesting topics to guide your time together.
5. Incorporate a time of reflection.
Encourage each family member to openly share their thoughts and ask any questions they may have. Be sure to listen, and be mindful about your answers.
6. Connect to everyday life.
To make the practice relevant, discuss how the devotional theme ties into real-life situations—like kindness to people with different opinions, honesty with family, or helping neighbors.
7. Make it fun.
Use songs, crafts, or journaling to complement the devotional. Create a gratitude jar or draw scenes from what you read.
8. Stay flexible and patient.
Understand that routines may get disrupted, and that’s okay. Be adaptable and encourage participation, fostering a positive and loving atmosphere.
When you start a habit of devotional reading with your family, you’re embarking on a cherished family tradition that will strengthen both your faith and your bond. Remember, this time together doesn’t have to be overly complicated, but another way for you to have more opportunities to connect with your family.
Blessings to all!
Jennifer Humphrey
Children’s Ministry Director
Closing Thought…
A scripture to read with your family this month: “A friend loves you all the time.” - Proverbs 17:17