JANUARY 2026 PARENT NEWSLETTER

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

As we enter 2026, our focus at A New Day remains on intentional growth, providing enriching and developmentally appropriate learning experiences, maintaining dependable daily routines, and building strong partnerships with our families to support each child’s confidence, growth, and success.

On behalf of everyone on our team at A New Day Child Development Center, we wish all of our families a joyful and prosperous New Year. May the year ahead be filled with love, laughter, good health, and many cherished memories. We are truly grateful for your continued trust and for being such an important part of our preschool family.

IMPORTANT DATES THIS MONTH

JANUARY 1ST - NEW YEAR’S DAY: SCHOOL CLOSED

JANUARY 1ST- BI-ANNUAL SUPPLY FEES DUE

JANUARY 5th - BOOKMOBILE VISIT

JANUARY 19th - MLK DAY: SCHOOL CLOSED/ TEACHER IN SERVICE

TUESDAYS: ART CLASS W/MRS. CINDY 3-5 YR.CLASS

THURSDAYS: CHAMP’S EXPRESS

DROP OFF TIMES: 7:00 AM TO 8:45 AM. All children must arrive at school no later than 8:45 a.m., as this is our cutoff drop-off time.

TUITION PAYMENTS
All tuition and fees are processed through A New Day Child Development Center’s ACH Direct program via QuickBooks. Payments are drafted from your bank account by Lincoln Savings Bank.

LATE FEES
A $50 late fee will be assessed if a payment is declined. Late fees are applied on the 6th of the month.

NO REFUNDS OR PRORATES
Tuition is not refundable or prorated for absences, vacations, bad weather, holidays, teacher in-service days, or any school closures, including those due to unforeseen circumstances or directives from state officials, the CDC, or administration.

MAKE-UP DAYS
Missed days may not be made up by attending on alternate days.

INVOICES
Invoices will be emailed to the parent or guardian using the email address on file.

SUPPLY FEES

There is a bi-annual supply fee for each student, first one due by January 1st and the second is due by July 1st. This fee is nonrefundable.

The fees are as followed:

$350 per semester for children attending 5 days per week.

$300 per semester for those attending 3 days per week.

$250 semester for those attending 2 days per week.

These fees help cover the cost of classroom materials and curriculum supplies for each child throughout the school year.

JANUARY 2026 BIRTHDAYS Clay H. 3 years old on 01/02/26

Emerson G. 3 years old on 1/03/26

Mrs. Maria 01/04/26

Joelle B. 2 years old on 01/10/26

Jackson B. 5 years old on 01/11/26

Chloe G. 3 years old on 01/15/26

BRIGHTWHEEL APP MEMO!

Please take a moment to review your child’s profile in the Brightwheel app and make sure all important information is fully completed. It’s very important that we have current contact information for each parent, including phone numbers and email addresses, in case of an emergency.

Also, please be sure that you have notifications turned on in the Brightwheel app so you can receive any messages or updates we send.

Please be sure to submit any updated immunization records if your child has received new shots in the past few months.

Thank you for helping us ensure all necessary information is readily available to keep your child safe. We truly appreciate your cooperation.

YOUR CHILD’S DAILY NEEDS

  • CLOTHING: Children should wear outdoor weather-appropriate clothing, including closed-toe shoes. No open-toed shoes, dress shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Be sure to send a coat or jacket on colder days. Children go outside daily, weather permitting.

  • WATER BOTTLE: Each child is required to bring a spill-proof water bottle to school every day. Water bottles will be sent home daily, so please remember to wash, refill, and return them each day. Water only! Please no juice, no milk, no chocolate milk or shakes are permitted for children ages 2 and up.

  • LUNCHBOX WITH LUNCH & 2 SNACKS: Please pack all lunch and snack items in a lunchbox with containers clearly labeled. Be sure to label both the lids and bottoms of all containers. We provide all utensils!

  • LARGE STUDENT BACKPACK: Send a backpack large enough to hold extra clothing, a lunchbox, a water bottle, and a small blanket to take home for washing. A well-sized backpack ensures your child can transport all their belongings, making it easier for staff to ensure everything is sent home. Staff will label the backpack with your child’s name at enrollment.

  • SUNSCREEN / INSECT REPELLANT: Apply daily before arrival.

  • DO NOT SEND TOYS OR STUFFED ANIMALS

  • No electronics or valuable possessions should be brought to school

FIGHT THE FLU

Health Reminder
Please remember to complete daily health checks at home and keep your child at home if they are showing any signs of illness. This helps prevent the spread of germs and keeps our children, families, and staff healthy. We appreciate your cooperation and partnership in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for everyone at A New Day.

What is Influenza?

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that can range from mild to severe. Certain groups, including older adults, young children, and individuals with weakened immune systems, are at higher risk for serious flu complications.

Flu Symptoms May Include:

  • Fever and chills

  • Cough

  • Sore throat

  • Runny or stuffy nose

  • Muscle and body aches

  • Headaches

  • Fatigue

  • Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults)

How You Can Protect Yourself from the Flu:

  • Wash hands frequently

  • Cover coughs and sneezes

  • Stay home if you’re feeling unwell

  • Clean common surfaces such as doorknobs and handles

  • Get an annual flu vaccine

  • Take antiviral medications if prescribed by your doctor

JANUARY 19th - MLK DAY: SCHOOL CLOSED/ TEACHER IN SERVICE

A New Day Child Development Center will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will resume normal operations the following day.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

We love hearing from our families! If you have a moment, we would truly appreciate it if you could leave a Google review for A New Day Child Development Center. Your kind words help other families learn about our program and support our amazing team.

Thank you for your continued trust and for being such an important part of our A New Day family, we really are so grateful for you and the trust you place in our team.

https://g.page/r/Cfji06d4vIFbEBM/review

SPECIAL THANKS

On behalf of our team at A New Day Child Development Center, we sincerely thank everyone who so generously showered us with gifts during the holiday season. Your kindness and thoughtfulness mean the world to us, and we truly appreciate your support.

2026 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

To ensure the well-being of your child, it is essential that our team maintains both physical and emotional health. Our school follows a carefully planned budget to meet its financial obligations on time, and the following holidays and school closures will be observed as paid holidays. We will provide advance notice of these dates through posted memos. If a holiday falls on a weekend, the day off will be observed on either the preceding Friday or the following Monday.

Please note that there will be NO reduction in tuition for these scheduled breaks, as our fixed costs are averaged over the entire year. We recommend keeping a copy of the calendar below for reference to help your family plan accordingly.

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