Childcare Center News: March 2026

Director’s Message

Dear Child Care Center Families:

We want to share that a member of our administrative team has recently experienced the loss of a beloved family member. Our hearts are with them and their family during this difficult time. We ask that you please continue to keep Mardi Lopez and her family in your prayers. As a center community, we value caring for one another in moments like these. Our team is offering support through gift card donations for the Lopez family. Donations can be placed in the donation box in the main hallway.

The Child Care Center’s Parent Activity Committee is currently looking for individuals interested in joining. If you would like to be a part of the Parent Activity Committee, you may reach out to Tara Kelley at tara.l.goike@gmail.com

Our center needs disposable grocery bags. You may drop donations off at the front office.

Also, if you would like to donate gently used children’s books to the center, you may drop them off at the front office as well.

Thank you,
Ashley Abraham
CCC Director
(405) 341.2626

Dates to Remember

  • March 10: Benefit Night—Chipotle @ 1569 S Broadway, Edmond

  • March 13: March Break—Child Care Center Closed

  • March 16-20: Spring Break for Edmond Public Schools

  • April 3: Good Friday—Child Care Center Closed

Benefit Night with Chipotle!

We're excited to share that we will be hosting a Benefit Night at Chipotle (1569 S Broadway, Edmond) on Tuesday, March 10, 4-8 PM! Order online for pickup using Code H3QKWK2—or—show the flyer in the restaurant. (Flyers were sent via the newsletter email. Present it to the restaurant when you order.) Proceeds will benefit the center. We would love all of our families to join us in supporting the center!

Teacher of the Month

We are proud to recognize Austin Hardwick as our Employee of the Month for March! He has been a valued member of our team since August 2025, and during that time he has consistently shown dedication, kindness, and a strong wiliness to help whenever he is needed.

Austin works wonderfully with children of all ages and always brings a calm and steady presence to the classroom. His patience and understanding help create a positive environment where children feel safe, supported, and cared for.

One of the things we appreciate most about him is his flexibility and team spirit. Whether we need someone to step into another room, come in early, stay late, or help with tasks others may overlook, he is always willing to lend a hand without complaint. His positive attitude and reliability truly make a difference for both staff and students.

Outside of work, Austin is currently a second-year student at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), working toward a degree in Kinesiology. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball and spending time with friends.

We are grateful to have Austin as part of our team and appreciate the care, effort, and positivity he brings each day! Congratulations, Austin!

Happy Birthday!

Child Care Center Students:
Mar 3 - Adora J, Joseph T
Mar 4 - William N
Mar 5 - Crew K, Tanner S, Von C
Mar 8 - Justice T
Mar 9 - Harrison C, Zion C
Mar 11 - Noah V
Mar 13 - Nova B, Niko V
Mar 15 - James K
Mar 17 - Hadley C
Mar 18 - Vivian F
Mar 21 - Sebastian S
Mar 25 - Josie H
Mar 26 - Eli U
Mar 27 - Amelia R, Greyson D
Mar 29 - Madeline M

Child Care Center Staff:
Mar 5 - Enedina V
Mar 22 - Ellie R
Mar 23 - Payden M
Mar 24 - Conner M

A Message from Children’s Ministry

The Easter season is upon us! Easter is a beautiful time of meaningful church services, fun-filled egg hunts, yummy family lunches and the joyful celebration of renewal and hope.

For centuries, Christians have used the forty days of Lent to slow down and notice what's true. Not to fix ourselves or figure everything out, but to be honest about our lives as they are. Lent gives us permission to name what's hard, to sit with what feels unresolved, and to trust that God is present even when answers don't come quickly.

Looking for something that invites you into a study of the Easter season, also called Lent? Go to First Christian’s Lenten Devotional Guide for more - www.fccedmond.org/news/lent-devotional-guide

We wish you a wonderful, memorable Palm Sunday (March 29) and joyful, peaceful Easter Sunday (April 5) filled with warmth, love, and togetherness! Join First Christian either Sunday at 9 AM for our contemporary worship or at 11 AM for our traditional worship.

As we enjoy the Spring season, we wish each family the joy of new beginnings, kindness in shared moments, and peace in knowing that love always has the final word. Happy Easter!

Blessings to all!
Jennifer Humphrey
Children’s Ministry Director

Closing Thought…

A scripture to read with your family this month: "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good." - Psalm 118:1