Las Animas Head Start

It's hard to believe we have reached our Fall Break already! We at CDS Head Start would like to wish all of the families joy and happiness as you enjoy whatever your Fall traditions may be. Remember: no school next week. We will look forward to seeing your children again on Monday Nov. 29th!

We just gotta know: Are you coming to dinner tomorrow?! We can't wait to see you all and share a meal with you! On the menu: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit, Dinner Rolls. We'll be making Turkey themed decorations with our kids, and learning about Healthy Kids - Happy Families. Please call or email Cassie to let us know if you're coming and how many in your family so that we can make sure we have enough dinner for you all :) cassandra.maurer@ojc.edu 719-384-3181

Nurturing Parenting class has been cancelled for tonight due to Cassie being out sick. Have a great weekend, and I'll see you all for class on Tuesday, hopefully in person if everyone is healthy.

Join us next week on Wednesday 11/17/21 @ 6:30 p.m. for a Turkey Dinner, some fun, and some valuable information on "Healthy Kids - Happy Families!" presented by your own Nurse Cassie. Sign up by Thursday 11/11/21 by calling or emailing Cassie or Ms Tosha :)

Due to lack of substitutes, Las Animas Head Start will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday November 3. We plan to resume services as usual on Thursday November 4th unless otherwise notified. Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to work to maintain a safe and enriching environment for children and families. Questions or concerns? Call Cassie 719-384-3181

Attention families: Las Animas Center will be closed Wednesday, November 3, due to staff shortage. Thank you

From Las Animas Headstart: As the weather becomes cooler, please remember that children do still play outside daily. Remember to send a jacket each day and we will be sure it comes home in the afternoon. If your child does not have a jacket and you need help getting one please talk to Cassie.

From Las Animas Head Start: Nurturing Parenting Classes are set for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the center. Childcare and snacks are provided. If you haven't signed up yet and want to, call Cassie ASAP at 719-384-3181. This is a 5 week course and new friendships are sure to be made! First class is tomorrow at 6:30 p.m.!

From Las Animas Head Start: School will resume normal schedule tomorrow 10/26/21.

There will be no school for children on Monday due to staff shortages. Thank you

Debido a la falta de personal, lamentamos la necesidad de cerrar el Centro Head Start de Las Animas hoy, jueves 14 de octubre de 2021. Los servicios se reanudarán el lunes a la hora habitual. Acepte nuestras disculpas por esta interrupción de servicios. Ayúdenos a correr la voz que los Servicios de Desarrollo Infantil del Otero Collège están contratando para nuestro centro y otros. Necesitamos sustitutos y un ayudante de maestro de medio tiempo en nuestro centro y hay otras oportunidades disponibles en otros sitios. Las solicitudes pueden recogerse en el centro o imprimirse en www.cdsheadstart.com

Due to inadequate staffing, we regret the need to close the Las Animas Head Start Center today, Thursday October 14, 2021. Services will resume Monday at regular time. Please accept our apologies for this interruption of services. Please help us spread the word that Otero Collège Child Development Services is hiring for our center and others. We are in need of Substitutes and a Part Time Teacher Aide at our center and other opportunities are available at other sites. Applications can be picked up at the center or printed from www.cdsheadstart.com

Due to inadequate staffing, we regret the need to close the Las Animas Head Start Center today, Thursday October 14, 2021. Services will resume Monday at regular time. Please accept our apologies for this interruption of services. Please help us spread the word the Otero Collège Child Development Services is hiring for our center and others. We are in need of Substitutes and a Part Time Teacher Aide at our center and other opportunities are available at other sites. Applications can be picked up at the center or printed from www.cdsheadstart.com

Due to a staff shortage, the classroom in Las Animas will be closed today (October 14). Thank you

Please complete this Survey today. It will take less than 5 minutes and help us plan to meet your needs. Thank you :) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CXRGR85

Nurturing Parenting is coming up, and I need to know: Who wants in?! :) This is a fun and interactive program that helps build a foundational knowledge of child development and how to build and nurture positive relationships with your child. There is more information on the survey at the link below and the survey will take less than 5 minutes to complete. Please take a moment to return it as it will really help us make sure you are getting the best services and resources possible for your family. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CXRGR85 Thank you for your input! :)

Please check your email tonight as we have sent an important document for each child requiring and electronic signature. It will have come from Las Animas HS through Panda Doc and was sent on Sept 29. This Lead Screening Questionnaire is an essential part of your child's health file as we await backordered supplies to complete the official Lead Screening. Families with multiple children in the program will need to complete one for each child. Thank you for your help with this. -Cassie

Reminder: Tomorrow is Picture Day for the Las Animas Head Start Center! Be sure your child is looking their best-- bright colors are best to stand out against the background. Please do NOT send picture money, and there is no order form. You will have an opportunity to order online AFTER photos are taken. Photos will be done by Avalos Fine Portraiture and a website and code will be provided to parents to place your order. We will do photos right after breakfast, so please be sure your child is on time. We're excited to see all those bright, smiling faces tomorrow!

Family Development is at the heart of what we do at Head Start. It is OUR goal to help YOU reach YOUR goals, whatever they may be. It is time for us to meet so I can get to know you and what makes your family tick. We will get to know each other, we'll focus in on your family's strengths, and I can offer resources to help with any areas of need you may have. Then, we can dream big together for your family, set some goals, and I'll help you create roadmap to help you achieve them! If we have not yet met for goals, please, click this link to take you to our online calendar to set an appointment. We will do these visits at the center (or at an outdoor location of your choosing, if you wish and weather permits-- please specify this in your booking note), in order to minimize exposure risk during this high Covid-risk time. https://www.picktime.com/LasAnimasHeadStart I will also have availability on Friday 10/08/21- please call me to book those appointments as the online module does not project out that far.

Due to our current closure, Picture Day has moved to Tuesday October 5th. There is no need to send picture money or an order form with your child as ordering will be done online AFTER picture day. Just send your child looking their best :) -Bright colors help them stand out against the background, and you will be able to CHOOSE which background you like during the online ordering process. We are excited to see you all on Wednesday! We have missed you :)