Fall is in the Air!

We are thrilled to have some beautiful Tennessee weather this week and last week! It feels and smells like Fall, the classrooms are filling up with awesome artwork, the children are happy and dressed adorably! We'd like to thank the Parents for all of the participation this week and last week. We are grateful for the candy and treat donations, Scholastic Book Fair donations, and the Teacher Day Appreciation gifts last week! We couldn't excel without our families support, love and commitment to our school family. 

We've had a busy month so far and there is so much more to come! Last week the Preschool aged children learned some very important facts in our annual Keeping Kids Safe curriculum. At the end of the week Mother Goose came and sang to us as well as taught us how to use our manners and be respectful listeners for our educators and parents. This week we have a fun pajama day, and next week is our pumpkin and classroom door contests, and our huge most fun event, the 6th AoHV Trunk or Treat! We love seeing the leaves falling on our playgrounds and we've included a few safety tips below. Check us out later in the week for all the fun!

https://www.elementfleet.com/resources/tips-advice/fleet-safety-tip-the-potential-hazards-of-fallen-leaves

Early Friendships

Research has shown before babies can communicate language they learn from expressive interactions with each other and begin to form bonds and trust. The babies and children at AoHV are continuously exploring relationships even as early as our Infant 1 class! Many of our previous and current families can go back to see their child's photos throughout the years and see exactly who their child played with at an early age of development. Our educators enjoy reading articles and receiving training on every aspect of early childhood education, which includes social and emotional skills. Look at these sweet friendships!

 https://medicalxpress.com/news/2012-02-babies-friends.html

Johnny Appleseed Week

This was a super fun week for learning about apples! The fall weather went right along with the theme too! Below is the most asked question about Johnny Appleseed from the children of AoHV. 

Why did Johnny Appleseed plant apples?

Planting apple or pear trees was a way for settlers to have their land claim recognized by the government (an orchard demonstrated they intended to stay permanently). By selling seedlings to people arriving in the wilds of Ohio and Indiana, Johnny Chapman (Appleseed) made creating an orchard with at least 50 apple trees a lot easier.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Appleseed

The children enjoyed making apple pies, apple cinnamon playdough, apple art, and examining different types and tastes of apples. Our Pre-K 2 class conducts a Johnny Appleseed parade throughout the school every year that imitates that of a "senior walk". It was a fabulous week and we can't wait for October festivities!

It's Football Time in Nashville!

 We had an incredible football spirit day! The children love dressing up and showing each other their favorite outfits! We can't wait to talk about Johnny Appleseed next week! Fall is in full swing and we can't wait for all the fun Fall activities. Have a great weekend!

Fall Parent Dip Contest!

 We were so excited to have our annual Parent Dip Contest today! We had everything from sweet, salty, savory, crunchy, rich, smooth, spicy, tangy, creamy, and zesty! Our educators were so grateful for so many delicious entries! Way to go AoHV parents, you all rock the culinary department! Thank you so much for participating! What a wonderful day to ring in the football season, don't forget to wear your favorite team apparel on Friday!

AND THE WINNER IS...

For the staff: Mrs. Hailey in PK1 with her Chicken Buffalo dip

For the Parents: The Kruciak Family with their Beef rotel dip!