Weekly Owl May 8 2026

Celebrating Mother's Day

Special Moments for Moms and Children Mother’s Day is a delightful time for families to celebrate the love, care, and encouragement that mothers and caregivers give every day. Mother’s Day is not just about gifts but also a time for moms to enjoy the strong bonds created with their children. The best gifts often come from spending time together and showing appreciation in simple, meaningful ways. Whether the celebration is big or small, creating joyful moments with your child can make the day special. Here are a few fun and easy activities that mothers and children can enjoy together: 

Make a Handmade Card 

Encourage your child to create a card using crayons, markers, stickers or craft supplies. Younger children can draw pictures of their family, while older children can write a short message about why they love their mom. Handmade cards can include family photos which become treasured keepsakes, often saved for years.  

Prepare a Simple Meal  

Start the day with a homemade breakfast or snack prepared together. Children can help make a delicious parfait by layering yogurt and fruit in a cup or help plan a picnic in the backyard. Preparing healthy treats together helps your child build confidence and good eating habits.  

Plant Flowers or Start a Small Garden 

Planting flowers in a pot or garden bed is a fun way to talk about how the sun and water helps plants to grow. Give your child the task of scooping soil into the pot or watering the plants with a small pail. Each time the flowers bloom, talk about the special day of planting together.  

Share a Favorite Story  

Spend some quiet time reading for fifteen minutes at home or at the park. Children can pick their favorite book or choose a story about families or kindness from the library. Discuss the main characters and what happens next in the story to encourage listening and language development. 
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful moms and caregivers who nurture, teach and inspire children every day! 

From your PE Coaches at PVB Performance Center

We’re excited to extend a special opportunity to the entire Collage Day School community — students, parents, and faculty.

🎉 One FREE Week of Training + Performance Assessment & Goal Setting

This complimentary week includes:

• A professional performance assessment
• Goal-setting consultation tailored to you or your child
• Group training sessions designed for kids, athletes, and adults
• Expert coaching focused on strength, speed, injury prevention, and overall fitness

Whether your child wants to build confidence and athletic ability, or you’re a parent or faculty member looking to improve your own health and fitness, our team at PVB Performance Center is here to help.

Our programs focus on building:

✔ Confidence in young athletes

✔ Speed, strength, and coordination

✔ Injury prevention and proper movement mechanics

✔ Sustainable health and fitness habits for adults

We’re proud to serve the Collage Day School community and would love to welcome your family to train with us.

📞 Contact Coach Squats for details:

973-723-7388

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🥩 HEALTH TIP: WHY PROTEIN MATTERS FOR METABOLISM & FAT LOSS

Protein is one of the most powerful nutrients when it comes to energy, metabolism, and body composition.

Here’s why it matters:

• Boosts metabolism – Your body burns more calories digesting protein than carbs or fats.
• Supports fat loss – Higher protein intake helps maintain lean muscle while reducing body fat.
• Keeps you fuller longer – Protein helps control appetite and prevents overeating.
• Builds and repairs muscle – Essential for athletes, growing kids, and active adults.

Simple ways to increase protein intake:

✔ Eggs or Greek yogurt for breakfast

✔ Chicken, fish, or lean beef at meals

✔ Protein smoothies after training

✔ Nuts, cottage cheese, or protein bars for snacks

A good general target for active individuals is about 0.7–1 gram of protein per pound of body weight per day to support performance, metabolism, and recovery.

Strong bodies are built through smart training and smart nutrition.

Looking for a simple way to support Collage? Join our PCA Volunteer List!

Volunteering is a great way to get involved, meet other families, and make an impact. From fun nights to fundraisers, we rely on our amazing volunteers.

Whether it’s helping with set-up, check-ins, clean-up, or behind-the-scenes tasks, there are plenty of ways to lend a hand. When an event is scheduled, we’ll send out a sign-up form outlining the roles needed—just choose what works best for you!

Stay connected: Follow us on Facebook at CDS Parent Community Alliance.

Bridget L. Van Landingham

President, CDS Parent Community Alliance (PCA)