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Dear Families,
As we welcome the month of June, we also celebrate the beginning of summer and the many wonderful memories we have created together throughout the school year. It is hard to believe how quickly the year has gone by! Our students have shown tremendous growth academically, socially, and emotionally, and we are incredibly proud of each one of them.
This month will be filled with exciting activities, outdoor fun, water play days, summer-themed learning experiences, and special classroom celebrations. Please remember to send your child with sunscreen already applied, a labeled water bottle, and weather-appropriate clothing so they can comfortably enjoy all of our outdoor activities.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our students who will be graduating from preschool and entering Kindergarten in the fall. Watching them learn, grow, and build confidence has been a true joy for our entire staff.
Thank you for your continued partnership, support, and trust in our school community. We truly appreciate all that you do to help make our school such a positive and nurturing environment for our children.
As we move into the summer season, we wish all of our families a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled month. We look forward to creating many more wonderful memories together.
Warm regards,Mrs. Alexis
Your continued trust and commitment to our Merryhill community truly means so much to our entire team. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with your family and to be part of your children’s learning journey as they grow, build confidence, and reach new milestones. These moments—both big and small—are what make our work so meaningful.
Because of families like you, Merryhill is more than just a school; it’s a warm and caring community. We look forward to another year filled with learning, laughter, and growth together.
If you have not yet registered but would like to reserve a space for the upcoming school year, please connect with a member of our administrative team for more information about availability. We are always happy to assist you!
Outdoor Games for Preschoolers That Build Motor Skills
Outdoor games are a fun way for children to build motor skills. These skills are simply how the brain and body work together to move. Through active play, kids build strength, balance, and coordination. They also learn how to focus and solve problems. Moving their bodies outside helps children grow strong and confident while they explore the world around them.
Check out our list of 10 fun games to get those little muscles moving!
Bucket Toss
Set up buckets or bins at different distances and invite your child to toss bean bags, balls, or even rolled-up socks inside. As they play, they are practicing hand-eye coordination and throwing accuracy. This simple game is also a great way to help them sharpen their focus as they try to hit the mark!
Pool Noodle Ring Toss
Tape pool noodles into circular rings and have children toss them onto upright sticks or cones. This challenge helps preschoolers develop depth perception and arm control.
Chalk Balance Paths
Draw straight, zig-zag, and loopy lines on the pavement with sidewalk chalk. When you challenge your child to walk heel-to-toe without “falling off,” they are working hard on balance and body control. Adding “shark water” or “hot lava” around the lines adds a layer of fun that keeps their concentration high.
Hopscotch Fun
This classic game is a powerhouse for development! Having your child jump on one or two feet through numbered squares builds incredible jumping strength and coordination. You can even boost number recognition by asking them to call out each number as they land.
Animal Races
Turn your backyard into a zoo! Racing to a finish line by hopping like frogs, waddling like penguins, or galloping like horses is a full-body workout. These movements build agility and body awareness, helping kids understand how to move their limbs in different, creative ways.
Red Light, Green Light
This game is the ultimate way to practice “stopping power.” When kids listen for the “red light” and freeze instantly, they are developing impulse control and reaction time. It’s a fun, high-energy way to improve their listening skills and physical balance.
Hula Hoop Island Hopping
Scatter hula hoops across the grass as “islands” and have children jump from hoop to hoop without touching the “ocean” grass. This builds leg strength and spatial awareness as they judge how much force they need to reach the next island safely.
Find It, Spray It
Fill a spray bottle with water and call out objects for your child to find and spray, like a flower, tree, or chair – anything! Squeezing the spray bottle helps build fine motor strength while children practice listening and following directions.
Beach Ball Volley
How long can your child keep a beach ball up in the air by hitting it up with the palm of their hand? If siblings or friends are around, they can practice hitting the ball back and forth to each other, or make it easier by playing catch together. These games develop coordination, focus, and teamwork skills.
Backyard Obstacle Course Use what you have! Let your child help design the path. They can crawl under chairs, jump over hoses, and spin around trees. As they complete the course, they build total body strength and confidence to tackle new physical challenges
What a journey it’s been! We are so proud of our Pre-K students for all they’ve accomplished and how much they’ve grown at Merryhill Karitsa. Please join us as we celebrate their time with us and their bright futures ahead on Friday June 5th at 9:00 am.
As we prepare to kick off a new school year, we want to ensure you stay informed and connected. In addition to this newsletter, our website’s “For Parents” section includes helpful resources such as our school menu, monthly calendar, and academic year calendar.
If you are not currently receiving your child’s daily reports and photos, you can easily sign up by downloading the Links 2 Home app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. Once downloaded, simply register using the same email address you provided when enrolling your child.
Click here for the different websites and apps to help you stay connected
Do you know a colleague who recently welcomed a new baby, a friend who just relocated and is looking for quality care, or a family member searching for the perfect preschool?
When you refer a friend and they enroll at Merryhill, you’ll be eligible to receive a $500 of of tuition
Contact us for full details and start sharing the gift of learning with your friends and family—we’d love to welcome them into our community. Click here for more information
Does your employer participate in Passport Unlimited?If so, you may also qualify for a tuition discount.Check your Passport Unlimited Portal today or ask your HR team or your local Merryhill team to find out if you qualify. Click here for more information
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