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FIRST CIRCLE’S SEASONAL BULLETIN • SPRING 2024
upcoming holidays
MEMORIAL DAY
MONDAY, MAY 27
JUNETEENTH
MONDAY, JUN 19
LEXINGTON, FRAMINGHAM, STOUGHTON
INDEPENDENCE DAY
THURSDAY, JUL 4
LEXINGTON, FRAMINGHAM, STOUGHTON
MONDAY–FRIDAY, JUL 1–5
NEEDHAM
LABOR DAY
FRIDAY, AUG 30
LEXINGTON, FRAMINGHAM, STOUGHTON
MONDAY, SEP 2
reregistration
We are required by licensing to have families re-enroll annually. Please keep a lookout in the coming weeks for our re-registration materials and 2024/2025 tuition rates.
upcoming events
spring fling
MAY 10, 3:00 – 5:00
LEXINGTON,
NEEDHAM
MAY 17, 3:30 – 5:30
STOUGHTON
MAY 31, 3:00 – 5:00
FRAMINGHAM
lexington art show
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
prekindergarten graduation
JUNE 6
FRAMINGHAM
JUNE 14
NEEDHAM
JUNE 20
LEXINGTON
JUNE 21
STOUGHTON
summer reminders
Each week of the program centers around a different arts medium—from music and colors, dramatic play and cooking to 3D art, textiles, nature, and more—with lots of fun activities to encourage artistic exploration and develop imagination and self-expression.
Throughout the summer, there will also be art-themed activities, fun outside, take-home projects, and opportunities for family members to share in your child’s artistic accomplishments.
You can find more details here …we look forward to a summer filled with creativity and fun!
field trips
We are in the process of organizing field trips for our pre-kindergarten classes to enjoy this summer. Field trips are all via licensed school buses with seat belts. There is an extra charge per child for the field trip and an additional permission slip with complete details of the departure/return times, lunch details, and any other important information so keep a lookout for forthcoming details!
sun + heat
During the summer, we go outside at least once a day, provided the “real feel” temperature (temperature with wind-chill) is not above 90°.
summer clothing
- bathing suit for water play
- water shoes
- sun hat
- extra clothing to change into including socks + shoes if clothing gets wet
Please take a moment to check that your child’s clothing and bedding are appropriate for the warmer weather, and don’t forget to label everything!
sunscreen + insect repellent
Please apply sunscreen to your child prior to arriving at First Circle (it’s best to apply sunscreen before getting them dressed in the morning to ensure thorough coverage). First Circle teachers apply sunscreen to each child for afternoon playground time.
For more than two decades, we have used Rocky Mountain Sunscreen and have been very happy with it. “Rocky Mountain Sunscreen SPF 30 for Kids” meets all the FDA Final Rule testing standards for Broad Spectrum (UVA/UVB) protection and water resistance (80 minutes). It is moisturizing, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores). For more information, please visit their website: rmsunscreen.com.
- First Circle does not supply insect repellant. If you choose to provide your own sunscreen and/or insect repellant, you must complete a topical authorization form
With flu season behind us, First Circle will begin following CDC’s updated COVID guidelines on May 1, 2024. If your child is diagnosed with COVID, they must stay home until 24 hours fever-free without medication AND symptoms are improving. The DPH recommends staying home for the first 5 days after diagnosis and/or masking indoors (2+). Please let the director know if your child is diagnosed with COVID so we can advise families and staff in the classroom.
exclusions from care summary
guidelines for when your child must stay home