Let's Build Week!

 This week at AOHC, our theme was “Let’s Build!”  and build we did! From tiny towers to big ideas, our little architects were busy designing, stacking, gluing, and imagining all week long!!

On Monday - we built a giant cardboard fort together in the yard! The children worked side-by-side to design the structure and create their own imaginative hideaway. It quickly turned into a favorite hangout spot, and our friends had a ton of fun crawling through tunnels, peeking out of windows, and pretending it was everything from a castle to a clubhouse.

On Tuesday- We turned tools into paintbrushes! The children used toy hammers, screwdrivers, and wrenches to stamp and swirl paint onto paper. It was a fun, messy, and creative way to explore textures and colors.

On Wednesday- Our second to last water day of the year! Splash time! We had a blast running through sprinklers, playing with water toys, and even building little water ramps with blocks and tubes. Perfect way to cool off and stay active!

On Thursday- Hard hats on! Our preschoolers searched for hidden letters around a pretend construction site using toy tools. Toddlers joined in with a shape and color hunt! The toddlers also got to use expo markers to find the letters hidden on the laminated sheets! It was a great mix of learning and play!

On Friday- We ended the week with a fun story time featuring Pete the Cat and his big construction project. After the book, the children shared their favorite parts of the story. So much imagination!

                                                         

                                                        

  

Welcome to Camp Academy!

Hello, everyone!

It’s Camping Week here at the Academy, and we’re off to an exciting start!

On Monday- we had the pleasure of welcoming Boy Scout Troop 48, who shared their knowledge and expertise with us. They led an engaging session on the essential do’s and don’ts of camping, helping us learn how to stay safe, be prepared, and make the most of outdoor adventures. A huge thank-you to Troop 48 for kicking off our week with such valuable insights!

On Tuesday- Our youngest adventurers in the baby classes got creative by making bear footprints, while the Pre-K classes brought the story to life with a fun and energetic “Going on a Bear Hunt” dance right in their classrooms !It was a day full of excitement, imagination, and teamwork.

On Wednesday- it was Water Day, and it was a splash-tastic time for everyone! In addition to all the water fun, our campers got creative with a floating boat activity using aluminum foil. Each child designed and built their own boat, then tested to see if it could float—and how many "passengers" (like small toys) it could hold! It was a perfect mix of science, creativity, and hands-on fun, and our campers loved every minute of it.

On Thursday- Our little learners had a toasty time with a delicious theme—s’mores! Each child received a special "Grab & Go" s’mores kit to take home and enjoy with their families. In the classroom, several groups participated in a fun and creative s’mores stacking activity, building their own sweet towers while learning about balance and teamwork.

On Friday- We ended the week on a creative note with a rock painting session in the Enrichment Room. Each child got to pick their very own rock, which they painted alongside their families. This hands-on activity wasn’t just about art—it also provided a wonderful opportunity for families to mingle, socialize, and build new relationships. It was heartwarming to see everyone connect while making lasting memories together.

Soak Up Some Sun!

Hi Everyone! Last week at AOHC, we swapped ABCs for “Yeehaws,” and embraced our inner cowboys and cowgirls for a rootin’-tootin’ good time. That’s right—it was Wild, Wild West Week, and things got a little wild in the cutest way possible.

On Monday, we kicked things off with a sharp activity—cactus crafts! The kids did an amazing job creating their own spiky masterpieces. There were pipe cleaners, foam pieces, construction paper and enough glue to mildly panic the supply closet.

On Tuesday, our little cowpokes brought their creativity to the bandana. There were patterns, rainbows, and some accidental self painting situations (washable marker, we promise). Our friends were so happy to take these bandanas home. 

Wednesday was our big Western Wear Day, and let us tell you—our preschoolers and teachers understood the assignment. We saw everything from cowboy boots, hats, spurs, and vests. It was great to see them dressed up!

Thursday, the kids cooled off with some water play. There was puddle jumping, splashing on the water tables, and to top things off some line dancing to give it that Western twist. 

To wrap up the week, we sent home a little “chicken feed”—don’t worry, it was really Chex Mix (no actual chicken feed was used in the making of this snack 😋). Hopefully it kept the hangries at bay for the ride home!