La Luz Early Childhood Center

12/15/2025

🎉💛 Happy Birthday to Ms. Lisa! 💛🎉

Today we’re celebrating Ms. Lisa, the heart, vision, and steady leadership behind La Luz Early Childhood Center!

Lisa pours endless dedication into making La Luz a place where children are nurtured, families are supported, and staff are valued. Her compassion, creativity, and commitment to high-quality early childhood education shine through in everything she does—from supporting teachers and families to ensuring our little learners have the very best environment to grow.

Thank you, Lisa, for leading with kindness, integrity, and so much heart.
We appreciate you today and every day. 💛✨

Happy Birthday, Lisa!
Wishing you a year filled with joy, rest, and all the good things you give to others.

12/15/2025

🕎✨ Happy Hanukkah!
Wishing all who celebrate a season filled with light, joy, and meaningful moments with family and friends. May your homes glow brightly with love and peace this Hanukkah and always.

12/12/2025

🌟 Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Ms. Sabine! 🌟

Today we’re celebrating one full year of Sabine being part of our La Luz family — and what a wonderful year it’s been! 💛✨

As part of Lisa’s Young Toddler classroom, Sabine brings patience, warmth, and a gentle spirit that our little ones absolutely adore. Her calm presence, caring heart, and willingness to jump in wherever she’s needed have made such a positive impact on our team and our children.

Sabine, thank you for your dedication this past year and for the love and care you show every day. We’re so grateful you’re here at La Luz! 🌞💛

Happy 1-Year Workiversary!

12/11/2025

Big thanks to

Thandie Naima Kunka, Karen Schaefer Stidham, Andrea Teran, Rebecca Cranmore-Griego, Val Baca

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

12/11/2025

😂 Wednesday Giggles at La Luz

Kids always know how to brighten our day — and sometimes, they share way more than we expect! On the way out the door the other day:

Child to Dad: “Dad, I’m wearing underwear!”
Dad: “You’re wearing underwear? That’s good! So am I.”
Child’s brother: “I’m wearing underwear too!!”

Nothing like a wholehearted toddler announcement to keep us smiling.
Here’s to the simple joys and funny moments that make childhood (and parenting!) unforgettable. 💛

12/10/2025

🍽️ Tasty Tuesday at La Luz! 💛

Today’s lunch was a cozy, comforting favorite:
✨ Homemade meatballs with creamy sauce
✨ Fluffy rice
✨ Sweet honeydew melon
✨ And a cup of milk to finish it off!

Our kiddos eat with their eyes first, and this colorful, nourishing plate always brings smiles. 😄💚

12/09/2025

🌟 Happy Anniversary, Ms. Lindsay! 🌟

Today we’re celebrating 4 wonderful years since Lindsay rejoined the La Luz family — and an incredible 17+ years total that she has devoted to our center! 💛✨

Now serving in our front office, Lindsay is the friendly face and steady support that keeps our days running smoothly. From welcoming families to helping staff and ensuring all the behind-the-scenes details are handled with care, she brings warmth, knowledge, and professionalism to everything she does.

Lindsay, thank you for your many years of dedication, your big heart, and the calm consistency you bring to La Luz each day. We are so grateful for you! 💛🌞

Happy Workiversary!

12/09/2025

✨ Motivation Monday: Parenting Tip ✨
A quick reminder to start the week with connection: Children learn best when they feel safe, seen, and connected. 💛

At the end of the day, try a simple three-minute check-in after pickup—ask about their favorite moment, something that made them smile, the best thing they ate or what they’re excited for tomorrow. Those little conversations make a big difference in building confidence, trust, and emotional security.

Here’s to a week full of meaningful moments with our little learners! 🌈💙

12/06/2025

🔥 Feature Friday: Shannon’s Preschool Class!

A couple of weeks ago, our preschoolers turned into brave little firefighters during a hands-on Fire Safety Obstacle Course! 🚒✨
Through play, movement, and imagination, they explored important safety skills in a way that felt exciting and empowering.

Here’s what they practiced:
🧡 Writing the letter F — F is for Firefighter!
🧡 Crawling under “smoke” to stay low and safe
🧡 Putting out a pretend fire in the block area
🧡 Stop, Drop, and Roll
🧡 Exiting a building safely during a mock fire drill

We love when learning becomes an adventure — and these preschoolers gave it their all. Proud of our little firefighters in training! 🧯👩‍🚒👨‍🚒

12/05/2025

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Carrie! 🎂🎉

Help us celebrate Carrie, one of the wonderful teachers in Shannon’s preschool classroom!

Carrie brings so much joy, patience, and positivity to our older threes and fours each day. Her gentle encouragement and creative spirit help our preschoolers feel confident, capable, and excited to learn. We’re so grateful for the heart she brings to La Luz and the way she makes every child feel seen and supported.

Carrie, we hope your birthday is filled with happiness, appreciation, and a little extra fun—just like the joy you bring to our classroom every day! 💛✨

12/05/2025

Fun & Play-Based Thursday 🧸✨

Sensory Spotlight: Exploring Together in Joslyn’s Infant Class

Our littlest learners are busy discovering the world through touch, sound, and movement! Today’s sensory spotlight is all about exploring shapes, textures, and colors — and building early social connections while they play side-by-side.

In Joslyn’s infant class, these tiny friends are strengthening fine-motor skills, engaging their curiosity, and enjoying the magic of hands-on learning. Every little reach, grasp, and smile is a step in their developmental journey. 💛

12/04/2025