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Holiday Memories Still Possible, Important
November Greetings! It is hard to believe that we are fast approaching the holiday season and our seasonal breaks. This year, we adjusted our calendar to provide staff with a Fall break, from which they have just returned.
This helps us with further planning into the second part of the year, and dealing with the pandemic. It continues to be our hope to add more openings to our directly operated centers, so that we can serve additional children in the classroom. We will continue to follow public health protocols concerning COVID-19.
November brings me joy as it is the month of my wedding anniversary. It also brings sadness, as it will be one year since my father passed away. I am sure you have many things you think about like this, as we approach the holiday seasons.
I want to challenge you to think about making lasting family memories this year throughout the holidays. COVID-19 has taken so much from us, but it doesn’t have to take your family time and memories. The idea is to stay safe and follow all health guidelines, but to still make lasting memories with your family.
Here are just a few suggestions on how you can accomplish this task:
Reading Time – Set time a side and read a story each day leading up to the holidays.
Meal Time – Have each member talk about their favorite things during the season. What are you thankful for today?
New Recipes – Find a new recipe to try each week.
Homemade Craft – Have a craft day, and use the completed craft for decoration and celebrating the season.
Music – Music is a universal language. Find favorite songs, groups and bands to enjoy as family.
Family Zoom Meal – When not able to visit in large groups do it Zoom style and eat together!
Physical Activity – Get outside and enjoy nature!
These activities can help in building lasting family memories. It may seem simplistic, but it will have lasting effects! I wish everyone a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Shauna Matelski, Ed.D. Head Start Director
