• The Weekly Caterpillar Buzz

    December 8, 2025

    Hello ELC Families, 

    As cooler temperatures settle in and we bundle up for the season, we hope you are enjoying this time of year with your loved ones. Our students have been doing a wonderful job staying focused, learning new skills, and maintaining their daily routines here at school. We appreciate your continued partnership as we work together to support their growth and success.

    Thank You for Joining Our Virtual FSP Day!

    Thank you to all the families who attended our Virtual Family School Partnership (FSP) Day focused on establishing routines. We truly appreciated your participation, thoughtful questions, and engagement throughout the session. Strong routines help create consistency, confidence, and success for children both at home and at school, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to work alongside you in supporting your child’s development. We look forward to offering more family learning sessions and hope to see you at our next event!

    Virtual Workshop Recording-Here is the recording of Friday’s workshop for any families who were unable to attend — available in both English and Spanish.

    Please also check your child’s folder for the business card holder needed for the activity. It was not included in the original take-home packet, so we have sent it home separately.

    Inclement Weather Update:
     All schools are closed today, Monday, December 8, due to inclement weather. Please stay tuned for additional updates regarding tomorrow’s schedule. Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the day with your little ones!

    As you navigate time at home, remember to maintain simple routines for your child. Consistent daily rhythms  such as regular wake-up times, mealtimes, play, and quiet time  help children feel secure, regulate emotions, and transition more smoothly when school resumes.

    Upcoming ELC Events: 

    Dec. 3-19- 12 Days of Holiday Cheer -Our annual 12 Days of Holiday Cheer begins this week! Students and staff are invited to participate in daily theme-based dress-up fun.

    • Dec. 8: Grinch Day – Wear green or your favorite Grinch-themed outfit or accessories.  We will reschedule Grinch Day for later in the week.  

    • Dec. 9: Candy Canes Red and White Day- Dress in red and white 

    • Dec. 10: Tree Topper Hat/Hair Accessory- Wear your favorite holiday hat or hair accessory 

    • Dec. 11: Jingle Bells

    • Dec. 12: Elf Day- Dress like an elf

    • Please see the 12 Days of Holiday Cheer flyer for the full list of themed days.

    Dec. 19 (10 AM–12 PM): Winter Wonderland Event 

    We will close out our 12 Days of Holiday Cheer with a magical Winter Wonderland for students. Classrooms will rotate through winter-themed activities, and our main hallway will be transformed into a snowy wonderland.  Help us make this day unforgettable! Please use the sign-up form to volunteer for the Winter Wonderland as well as other volunteer opportunities in the month of December. Thank you for helping us bring the magic to life!

    Dec. 22 - January 2- Winter Holiday ( No School for Students) 

    Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to the weeks ahead filled with learning and connection.

     — Your ELC Admin Team