Spring is here, and it's the perfect time to take learning outside! Outdoor play encourages creativity, exploration, and active engagement with nature’s beauty. When students are outside playing, they are developing gross motor skills, such as jumping, running, and climbing.
Outdoor play also enhances cognitive skills like problem-solving and imagination. Socially, it provides preschoolers opportunities to work on teamwork, independence, and emotional regulation. These experiences help them build confidence and learn to manage their emotions in a fun and supportive environment.
Outdoor play is a natural, enjoyable, and enriching way for preschoolers to learn, grow, and create lasting memories with family and friends. We encourage you to support your child’s exploration of the outdoors!
Here are some fun activities you can do with your child outside:
- Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Bug Safari
- Outdoor Storytime
- Water Play Fun
- Mini Obstacle Course
- Plant a Mini Garden
Reminders and important dates:
- Preschool drop-off is from 8:00 to 8:15 AM, and pick-up is at 2:55 PM. If your child's pick-up arrangements change during the day, please notify the office by 2:30 PM. Arriving on time ensures a smooth and positive start to your child's day.
- With the nicer weather upon us, we have been noticing more and more students who are teetering out of the side windows or sunroofs of vehicles as they approach. Since cars often need to make abrupt stops within our parking lot, which could cause a potentially dangerous situation, we ask that you ensure the safety of your child before following the line to the front of the cafeteria.
- April 7 and 8 - Kindergarten Screenings for all incoming ICD kindergarteners .
- April 22 - Parents ONLY meeting for parents of students who will be attending our 3 year old preschool program next year.
- May 4 - All 4 year old preschool students are invited to join us at 10:15 Mass where they will receive a special blessing and sing Immaculate Mary.
- May 15 - End of the year Preschool Program for all 4 year old preschool students (5:30 start for MWF classes and 7:00 start for M-F classes)