February was a great month even though the cold snowy weather kept us inside. The children enjoyed many indoor activities. Just think, the Ground Hog didn't see his shadow which means that there are only a few more weeks left of winter and spring is on its way!

The children had a great time playing indoor games such as Bingo, the Wii, cards, ping pong, and Legos. The children have been dancing and exercising to Zumba on a weekly basis and they love it. They have also been dancing to the Macarena, cha cha slide, and electric slide to keep them fit, and in good healthy shape.

When we were able to go outside the children played in the snow, made snow angels and went sledding on our "Snow Celebration Day". Then they came inside and enjoyed hot cocoa and S'mores.

During February the children were busy decorating for Valentine's Day. All of Fun Zone participated in making a friendship quilt and friendship collage. They also created heart friends, cuddle bears, cartoon characters books and Valentine's bags for their party. Art was created from shaving cream, glue, and food coloring.

The children made their own quesadillas which they enjoyed making and eating. Quesadillas is their all time favorite food to cook.

Our Valentine's Day party was a success.Thank you to all of the parents who contributed snacks to celebrate this great holiday! Children enjoyed giving out Valentine's Day cards, eating delicious snacks and playing freeze dance, limbo and musical chairs.

In March, we have a fundraiser (bake sale) to support St. Jude's hospital. The children will be decorating snacks to sell to parents. Our goal for this fundraiser is to raise $100.00, so please help the children reach their goal. We will also make St. Patrick's Day crafts and with "green foods". Dr. Seuss's birthday is on March 2nd so the children will be performing a Dr. Seuss play for preschoolers. All of the Fun Zone will be working together as a team to make a great play.

Reminders:

• Camp registrations are available! Pick one up at any center, or download it from the TLC website.
• On March 17th please have your children wear lots of green, there will be prizes!
• Please make sure to call the Fun Zone (203) 261-2723 if your child isn't going to attend the center on a day that they are scheduled to attend.
• Please send your child with warm gear because we will be going outside.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me.

Site Director: Milanis Marrero

Assistant Teachers: Michelle Bostley, Richmond Schlatter, 

TLC's Fall Registration begins on March 1st. Only current TLC families will receive the registration materials on this date and will be given priority through March 11th. Registration packets will be at your home centers with your child/children's name on it.

On March 14th, registration will be open to the public. Please be aware of this date and return your registration as soon as possible.

Parents who do not regularly pick up their child from their center, please check your child's backpack for this information. If you do not receive your registration packet by March 7th, please contact your center's Site Director or call the TLC Office at (203) 452-9626.

If you need TLC for the 2011-2012 school year, do not miss this priority registration period.

Camp TLC 2011

Registration is underway for our TLC Summer Camp! Registration packets are available at all centers, the TLC office and on our website. We have lots of fun things planned for this summer. Slots fill up quickly, so don't miss out on having your child join us this summer! More detailed Camp information is available on our website. Questions? Call the TLC Office at (203) 452-9626.

April Recess

April Recess is currently the 18th - 21st*. TLC will offer 5 Sign-Up Days. Be on the look out for a sign-up email for April Recess on March 21st. Registration will end on Friday, April 1st at 6 PM.

*In the event that there are additional snow days, April Recess dates are subject to change. 

 April 4th Sign-Up Day

Monday, April 4th (Teachers' Work Day) is a sign-up day at TLC. Online registration will be available from 7 AM on March 4th until 6 PM March   18th. The sign-up email will be sent out on March 4th. Please contact the office if you do not receive it by March 5th and one will be emailed to you. 

Sign-Up Process

Please remember that the only way to register your child for a sign-up day is online. Special emails are sent out prior to all sign-up days that contain a link to the online registration. Emails or phone calls to the staff, office or the webmaster are not acceptable methods for sign-up. Please visit our site for more information.