Early Childhood Center News

The ECC had a magical Purim filled with costumes, carnival games, and more! Everyone was adorned in costumes, including the teachers. There were a lot of Elsas, Spidermen, minions, and athletes. Each ECC class had a chance to visit...

In GrowTorah, students discussed the story and holiday of Purim. They learned that, while there are many people in the Megillah, Hashem's name is missing. However, even though Hashem may not be visible, we know that Hashem is always with us. Similarly, in nature, there are also...

The ECC is excited to announce that it is expanding its curriculum to include a unit on metaphysical philosophy. A teacher explained of the reasoning for this decision, "Since our units on outer space, the students have been eager to apply their knowledge to the more theoretical realm." The children already find it enlightening. One pre-k student commented, "The enhanced curriculum has truly...

ECC students were transported around the world and back in time with Ms. Bess Urra from Mummies and Masterpieces! Mummies and Masterpieces is a program that teaches adults and children using museum masterpieces. Through their program, "Masks and Costumes From Around the World," Ms. Urra wove together the themes and symbolism...

The ECC is so excited to be back in the GrowTorah garden for the Spring season! The students were welcomed back into the garden to see what they could find after the winter break. They discussed that, in Parshat Tetzaveh, Jews receive the instructions for the Kohen Gadol's clothing. The children learned from these detailed instructions that even the small things people do can make a big difference, both at home and in the garden. Together...

Kindergarteners commemorated the 100th day of school with tons of activities that celebrated the number 100! For example, students came to school dressed up to look 100 years old! It was fun wearing silly costumes and roleplaying how it would feel to be that age. Students also wrote out the number 100 on a whiteboard, creatively colored...

ECC students became space explores from the comfort of the LS auditorium. Mr. Cody and the Mobile Planetarium came to visit the ECC. The children entered the giant blown-up dome and sat on the silver mat. When they looked up...

Every student in K-Kachol is now a published author! After learning about outer space since the beginning of the year, K-Kachol celebrated by having a space-filled day. They came to school dressed up as astronauts, planets...