Kings Early Childhood Center

Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) is a five-star quality rating and improvement system in the state of Ohio. It is administered by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. The system recognizes and promotes early care and education programs that meet quality program standards that exceed licensing health and safety regulations. The program standards are based on national research identifying standards that lead to improved outcomes for children.

We had our state audit last week, and we earned a 5 star rating for the second time! I'm so proud of the work that our staff does to make this the best early childhood education setting for children.

Please help honor our teaching staff and the great work they do every day to ensure the best education for children. Teachers love to hear your appreciation for them. Thank you notes, gift cards, and some of their favorite things let them know you care about the work they do with your children. Feel free to browse their list of favorite things by clicking on the link below.

Preschool Staff: Staff Favorites Lists

Thank you!

I can't believe we are talking about the end of the school year! This year has gone by very quickly. We have had so much fun working with you and your children this year. We'd like to celebrate our successful year and thank you for your partnership with us. Each class will have an end of the year celebration. Your child's teacher will reach out to you with specific dates and times. See you soon!

10 summer safety tips for kids:

Make summer smart with these tips to keep children healthy and happy all summer long.

1. Keep watch to prevent drowning: Actively supervise children at all times

when in or around water.

2. Look for signs of heat exhaustion: Make sure children take frequent water

breaks and wear light clothing when outside.

3. Check for car safety: Be sure child seat is properly fitted. Never leave a

child unattended in a parked car.

4. Protect skin from the sun: Apply sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher and reapply

at least every 3 hours.

5. Avoid bug bites: Use insect repellant and avoid using scented soaps or

lotions that attract bugs.

6. Enjoy fireworks safely: Always read firework instructions and never let

young children touch or light fireworks.

7. Drink enough water: Keep children hydrated especially when playing

outside. Offer them water breaks even if they are “not thirsty”.

8. Maintain safe playground practice: Always supervise children and be sure

they are playing on age appropriate equipment.

9. Wear life jacket on boats: Always have children wear properly fitted life

jackets at all times when on a boat.

10. Ride bikes the smart way: Always have children wear a properly fitted

helmet and teach them to watch for cars and other bike riders.

Have a fun and safe summer and see you next year!!

Nurse David

May 10-May 23: End-Of Year Celebrations: Your child's teacher will reach out with dates and times

May 25: Last day for preschool and childcare

Any child who turns 5 years of age in 2023 is eligible for a third year of preschool. We still have 4 day p.m. spots available for preschool.

Your child must be 5 by September 30, 2023, to register for kindergarten.

If your child turns 6 years of age during 2023, you child must go to kindergarten in the fall.

We have a list of resources on our website. Please visit our website to access information about kindergarten.

Kings Early Childhood Center's

Children's Hospital's Department of Developmental and Behavioral Disabilities has created resource videos to support a wide variety of needs. Click on the link below to access supports:

DDBP Virtual Outreach Series: Supporting Families Through COVID-19

Did you know that you can receive a children's book each month for free? Children from birth to age five are eligible to receive one book per month for free! All you have to do is enroll at

https://ohioimaginationlibrary.org/

Warren County has joined the efforts to get books out to all young children throughout the county. Reading to your child daily and giving them access to books helps provide the necessary foundation for successful reading in kindergarten and beyond. Sign up today!

Make a teacher's wish come true! Visit www.listsforlearning.com to see what materials and re-sources your child's teacher wishes to have in their classroom. At Lists for Learning, we believe that resources can greatly impact the classroom environment and make your child's learning experience the best it can be! Ask your child's teacher for details.

You can find a vast amount of resources on Ohio's Bold Beginning! site. Click the link to read about help and resources for families of young children.