Grace Early Childhood Center

Art time in Monkeys!

Just like professional sports, there are times we see a special group of children and staff join our ECC family that truly leave their mark on our facility. With that being said we are very excited to announce the “retirement” of our Hippos!

We thank our special group of teachers who served as Hippos the last 3 years: Miss Rosie (3 years), Miss Ashley (2 years), and Miss Lori (1 year)! 🦛
Any ideas what the new animal joining our jungle will be?

H is for happy 3 day weekend!

This summer we've said "see you later alligator" to TWENTY TWO of the brightest, kindest, and smartest children to join our ECC family. We've known many of these children since they were 6 weeks old and now they are ready to move on to "big school"!

We are so proud of each and every "graduate"! Here's to new adventures and even bigger dreams ahead! God's blessings and best of luck moving forward! You will all be missed!

Another "see you later alligator" happening this week is Miss Ashley!
After 3 years of working at ECC Miss Ashley will be leaving us to begin her student teaching! While at ECC Miss Ashley has served as a floater, lead teacher in Koalas 2, and co-lead teacher in Hippos!
Miss Ashley has worked at ECC on her breaks from school at UW-Whitewater where she has been studying elementary education with a minor in special education.
Miss Ashley has truly been a blessing to our center and we wish her the best of luck and God's richest blessings on this next chapter in her teaching journey!

You may see Miss Ashley pop in here and there over the next few months!

This week we have a very special "see you later alligator"!
Miss Heaven will be leaving us this week to begin student teaching! Heaven has been at ECC for over a year and during that time she has been dedicated to her studies at UW-Milwaukee seeking a degree in early childhood education.
Miss Heaven has been a wonderful addition to our team and we wish her the best of luck and God's richest blessings on this next step in her teaching journey!
You may see Miss Heaven popping back in on days off and extended vacation!

Thank you Miss Emma and Miss Lauren from the Oak Creek WI Public Library for stopping by for a special story time! Our kiddos loved the books and music!

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
Yesterday our kiddos celebrated Americas birthday with our annual parking lot parade! Check out how sweet our little firecrackers are! 💥 🧨

Wishing a happy Father’s day to all our dads, grandpas, and father figures! Thanks for all you do!

The Hippos class had a very special (royal) visitor this morning! Thank you Miss Oak Creek’s Teen, Carly for coming and talking with our children about kindness!
The Hippos class all shared ways they are kind in their classrooms and at home! Being kind is always in style

Come find some amazing ECC teachers as they represent the Oak Creek Optimist Club!

Last chance to sign up for camp is this week!

SUMMER CAMP - Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center Another summer of fun is almost here! We can’t wait to have our campers back for new themes, games, activities, and more! Half-day $40 Single-day $50 Full week $225 Sign up here!

A special thank you to Mrs Pankow for bringing in chicks from her 4k class at Grace Lutheran School! Our Hippos and Bears class enjoyed getting to learn about the life cycle of a chick and even had the opportunity to hold one!

Wishing all of our amazing Moms, Grandmas, Aunties, and other mother figures a wonderful day! ❤️

Our teachers felt all the love this week with some special messages from our parents! We had over 90 submissions about how incredible our teachers are!

How lucky are we to have such amazing teacher and families?

HAPPY TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!
While we try to appreciate them all year through we want to give extra love, support, and encouragement to all of our amazing ECC teachers! Thank you for all you do for our little ones! 🍎

CALLING ALL COLLEGE STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND MORE
We are hiring summer camp staff! Join our summer of fun starting in June!
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It's time!
Sign up today for Camp Graceland to secure a spot for another summer of fun, activities, and more!

SUMMER CAMP - Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center Another summer of fun is almost here! We can’t wait to have our campers back for new themes, games, activities, and more! Half-day $40 Single-day $50 Full week $225 Sign up here!

Our ECC teachers and families would like to congratulate Miss Rachel on her graduation from Rasmussen University!
Through accreditation visits, floods, helping in classrooms, and everything else her director position entails Rachel has worked tirelessly to complete her THIRD degree!
Rachel has empowered many of our staff to continue their own education and has been a key leader in our center, community, and church!

Congratulations again! We are so proud!
Grace Lutheran Church, School & Early Childhood Center, Oak Creek, WI

Check out our amazing art featured this weekend in the narthex of church! Our students, infants to preschool, enjoyed learning more about the story of Easter! ✝️

Easter art is in full swing at the center! ✝️

Happy 🥰! We want to recognize the dedication and impact preschool teachers have in shaping the lives of young students.

🌞Thank YOU to all the preschool teachers! 🌞

Join us for some fun dress-up days next week!

**Please note only friends over 2 are welcome to send in hats for silly hat day**

📚 IT’S ALMOST BOOKFAIR TIME 📚
Shop at ECC or online March 15-22nd!

Love for learning is in the air at ECC 💕

We are so excited to be involved in this empowerment and mentoring program for young girls! 👑 Check back for pictures this weekend!

Big thank you to Grace Early Childhood Center for being our tea party sponsor! We can’t wait to enjoy the evening with all of our Little Misses this Saturday!

Enjoying some outside time yesterday in the snow! ❄️ We have some future engineers building these ice castles!

Our kiddos are required to have 90 minutes of outside if:

Under 2 it feels like 20 or above
Over 2 it feels like 0 or above

Reminder for our families!

Help us purchase glass protecting film for our front doors! Order chili for your family and friends! Easy to freeze and reheat!

Our "hottest" fundraiser of the year is back! Get those chili orders in to keep warm this winter!

Today Ms Meghan from the Oak Creek WI Public Library stopped in for a special story time! Our children enjoyed some dancing and 3 brand new stories!
Thanks for stopping by! 📚