LEAP DAY EDITION
IMPORTANT DATES AND REMINDERS
3/4-8: Read Across America
3/6: Livestream with author/illustrator Scott SanGiacoma
3/29: International Festival
Lower School Highlights
A Note From Kris
Make It A Thing
Tummy Time is very import for your baby to develop strong muscles, which will lead to achieving other infant milestones. Tummy Time prepares babies for being able to slide on their bellies and crawl. It is normal for babies to not like the tummy time position at first.
Start with 2 to 3 times a day for 3-5 minutes at a time. Place a toy or play object in their reach for them to focus on. Side lying is a great alternative to tummy time if your baby does not tolerate being on their stomach. Distraction is key to all Tummy Time activities. Eventually your baby will enjoy tummy time and begin to enjoy play in this position.
Other ways to enjoy Tummy Time:
- Place toys in a circle around the baby. Reaching to different points in the circle will allow them to develop the appropriate muscles to roll over, scoot on their belly and crawl.
- Lie on your back and place the baby on your chest. The baby will lift their head and use their arms to try to see your face.
- While keeping watch, have a young child play with the baby while on their tummy. Young children can get down on the floor easily. They generally have energy for playing with babies, may really enjoy their role as the “big kid”, and are likely to have fun themselves.
Olympic Games
Upper School Highlights
Hall of Fame Living Museum
Curriculum Corner: International Unit
March begins our International Unit of study! We are so excited to bring all of our campuses together for this month’s one-of-a-kind cultural learning experience. Each class from infants to 5th grade will present one country in our International Festival on March 29th, showcasing various crafts, activities, and artifacts that represent their country of study. Parents are invited to tour the “world” with their child, learning about different countries along the way. Each child will receive a passport to collect stamps during their tour. We are looking for families interested in setting up a table to share their culture with the Collage family. Please email Danielle at theriault@collagedayschool.org, if you are interested in sharing your customs and culture with us.
Collage Day School Talent Show!
The Coolest Family-Friendly Event in North Florida
With Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream at the finish!
Join General Truck & Trailer Sales, Inc., founder, Kilwins Jacksonville and Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech for this ever-growing event with a timed 5K race and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
At the finish line, participants are rewarded with all-you-can-eat Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream while enjoying a lively sponsor and vendor activity area.
click the link below to find out more!
COLLAGE AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITY:
SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP**
For many children, managing the social world day in and day out eventually presents challenges. Some children may struggle with social flexibility, or sudden frustration, or wanting to engage but just struggling to figure out how. Mandala Family Wellness is proud to offer a group designed to improve children’s confidence, fluidity, and excitement about making and maintaining friendships. Guided by Mandala therapists, children will learn highly effective and applicable social skills to improve their navigation of relationships and bolster their self-esteem.
** Social skills group is now open to 3, 4, and 5-year-olds with our "Little Leaders" program.
To sign up, contact Sierra Sternberg at: sternberg@mandalafamilywellness.com
Staying Healthy with Nurse Chelsea
Strep Throat
Caused by the Streptococcus Pyogenes bacteria, also known as group A streptococcus (GAS), strep is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or even speaks.
Symptoms-
Sore Throat: The hallmark symptom of strep throat is a severe and sudden sore throat, often accompanied by pain, especially when swallowing.
Fever: Children with strep throat often have a fever, typically higher than 101°F (38.3°C).
Red and Swollen Tonsils: Tonsils may appear red and swollen and may have white patches or streaks of pus on them.
Swollen Lymph Nodes: The lymph nodes in the neck may become tender and swollen.
Headache: Some children may experience headaches, stomachaches, or vomiting.
Diagnosis: A throat swab test is necessary to confirm the presence of the streptococcal bacteria. This is usually done at a doctor’s office or clinic.
