Night at the Art Gala

NIGHT AT THE ART GALA

AoSL proudly hosted Night at the Art Gala, our premier black-tie event designed exclusively for our wonderful parents. This elegant evening offered a refined, adult-focused experience where families had the opportunity to dress up, mix, and mingle with fellow AoSL parents. Childcare was available in classrooms, allowing everyone to fully enjoy a special night out together.

During the gala, we shared an exciting overview of our initiatives and programs for the 2026 year. Our director went through a thorough breakdown of the programs that AoSL has planned for the year One of the highlights of the evening was the incredible artwork created by each of our classes. Our friends worked diligently to design original masterpieces, which were beautifully displayed throughout the event and featured in a special auction. Parents had the opportunity to bid on their favorite pieces, with all funds raised going directly toward supporting AoSL’s 2026 initiatives. We are so grateful for the generosity and support of our amazing community!

In addition to the art gala, AoSL also participated in the Academy's Fitness Fanatics month. To wrap up February’s Fitness Fanatics, we enjoyed some energetic activities with our friends. We welcomed Coach Major, who led the children through fun exercises and movement activities. From jumping jacks to jumping hurdles, everyone had a blast staying active and showing off their strength and enthusiasm!

It was truly a wonderful celebration of community, creativity, and connection — and we are so thankful to everyone who made it such a special success! 💕

 

A Lovely Valentines at AoSL!

 A Lovely Valentines at AoSL!

We had a blast during Valentine’s Week! Our classrooms were filled with excitement as our friends celebrated with sweet treats and special moments together.

We hosted a Grab & Go for our parents, where they were invited to pick up a festive mixture of pretzels, chocolate chips, and other delicious assortments. It was a thoughtful way to share a little sweetness with our wonderful families. Our friends left with smiles, friendship, and even more love in their hearts.

Each of our classes also created a special Valentine’s Day gift for their parents. Every classroom added its own unique touch to make the day meaningful. Toddler Two designed a sweet “flower shop,” where parents received a custom-made flower crafted with love by their child.

To add to the fun, each class hosted a special Valentine’s Day party. Our friends brought in goodies to share with one another, and everyone went home with a festive bag filled with treats, toys, and trinkets.

As we continue celebrating the season of love with our special friends, we’re also looking ahead to AoSL’s premier event: Night at the Art Gala. We look forward to it next week and hope to see you there! 💕

Seaboard Snow Days!

It doesn't snow very often but when it does, we make the most of it!  Our Seaboard friends made the most of their snow day by heading outside to enjoy some winter fun and they shared some adorable pictures with us!

Many of our little friends built snowmen, made snow angels, and explored the ice. It was a joyful day filled with laughter, movement, and winter discoveries.

We hope all of our families are staying safe during this time of ice and snow. Thank you for continuing to support The Academy of Seaboard Lane. We love you and truly appreciate you!

Jumping into 2026 at AoSL

 Jumping into 2026 at AoSL! 

We’ve spent the first two weeks of January getting back into the swing of things at AoSL. Our friends have enjoyed a variety of in-class activities and games as they settled comfortably into the new year.

One of the highlights was our Snowman Grab & Go activity! Friends were given bags filled with edible pieces to build their very own snowman. Pretzels became snowy arms, marshmallows were used as snowballs, orange candy served as carrots, and chocolate dots completed the snowman with eyes and buttons. This fun and tasty activity brought lots of smiles to the classroom.

Our classrooms also hosted an Arctic Scavenger Hunt, where teachers hid arctic-themed toys throughout the room and invited friends to search for them. Our friends had so much fun exploring and discovering the animals tucked away in hidden places.

Creativity continued with our Hot Cocoa Mug Craft, where friends created a cozy hot cocoa-themed art project. Using brown paint and little fingers, they crafted “chocolate” designs, making this sensory-rich activity a favorite among our artists.

We also enjoyed our annual “Sneezy the Snowman” reading. Friends gathered at the front for story time and were able to participate in our enrichment area, making the experience both engaging and memorable.

The start of 2026 has been filled with joy, creativity, and togetherness, and we’re excited for all the fun still to come at AoSL! 

Happy Holidays at AOSL

Happy Holidays at AoSL ✨🎄

After our Christmas Spirit Week, we wrapped up our Angel Tree gift giving, and we couldn’t be prouder of our families. Thanks to the incredible participation from our parents, we ended up with a room full of beautifully wrapped presents for our angels. The generosity and kindness shown truly captured the spirit of the season.

We entered the week of Christmas with our much-loved Breakfast with Santa celebration. Our friends were delighted by a variety of special guests, including a giant nutcracker and a living Christmas tree that brought extra magic to the day. Of course, the excitement peaked when Santa Claus himself made a special appearance! Outside under the portico, friends enjoyed a festive horse-drawn carriage ride, while inside we stayed cozy with warm cups of hot chocolate.

Creativity continued in the classrooms with Fingerprint Candy Cane making, which was a huge hit—especially with our Toddler class. Using green and blue paint, friends created festive candy canes on paper, enjoying a hands-on activity that blended art and holiday fun.

Our Pre-K2 friends celebrated the season with a special book exchange alongside their class party. Each child brought in a wrapped book to share with their classmates, making for a meaningful and memorable way to close out the holidays together.

We wrapped up December with a show-stopping winter surprise—a giant igloo built to welcome January’s winter chill. Made from clean, recycled milk jugs and decorated with snowflake elements, the igloo invited our friends to huddle up, explore, and enjoy the cozy warmth it provided.

Moments like these made December at AoSL truly magical, and we are so thankful for our wonderful students, families, and staff who helped make the holiday season so special. ❄️💙

Magical Memories at AoSL

 This month at AoSL has been filled with Magical Memories, enchanting activities, and festive fun as we celebrated the wonder and joy of the season!

We entered December by embracing creativity and imagination with a variety of magical projects throughout our classrooms. Our friends enjoyed decorating ornaments, creating handprint wreaths, and even bringing our very own classroom Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer to life. Each activity added a special touch of holiday magic and helped transform our spaces into cheerful, festive environments full of wonder.

The week of December 15th marked the start of our much-anticipated Christmas Spirit Week, and the excitement was felt from the very beginning. Monday kicked things off with Whoville Hair Day, and it was an absolute blast! Our halls were filled with silly, creative, and colorful hairstyles from both children and staff, bringing lots of laughter and smiles throughout the day.

On Tuesday, we celebrated Twinkle Tuesday, and the center truly sparkled. Friends arrived dressed in light-up sweaters, glowing necklaces, and festive accessories that made every classroom shine. The joyful glow throughout the building made the day feel extra magical.

Today, we continued the fun with Elves vs. Santa Dress-Up Day, filling the center with a delightful mix of Santa suits, elf costumes, and holiday cheer. The excitement and creativity on display made it hard to choose a favorite!

We wrapped up our Christmas Spirit Week with a very special visit from Jolly Holly, our favorite Christmas elf. She brought the magic to life by singing songs, hosting a lively dance party, and reading festive stories to our friends. The children were thrilled to spend time with her, making memories they will cherish.

To complete our Magical Memories, we were also treated to a visit from Bruce the Magician. His Christmas-themed magic show amazed our friends with bunnies, hats, surprises, and plenty of laughter. The wonder on the children’s faces was the perfect ending to an enchanting celebration.

Moments like these remind us of the joy, imagination, and togetherness that make AoSL such a special place during the holiday season. We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who help create magical experiences and lasting memories every day. ✨🎄

Gratitude and Giving at AOSL!

This week at AoSL was filled with autumn fun, creative costumes, joyful celebrations, and meaningful moments of gratitude as we embraced the spirit of the season!

Along with all the festive activities, we also kicked off our Angel Tree Giving this week—a heartwarming tradition that allows our AoSL community to give back and support families in need. It has been wonderful to see our students, families, and staff come together not only to celebrate but also to share kindness and generosity with others during this special time of year.

We began the week by creating beautiful gratitude chains, an activity that encouraged our preschoolers to reflect on the people, experiences, and moments they are thankful for. What made this project especially meaningful was the involvement of our families—many of whom contributed their own gratitude links from home. Seeing these colorful chains grow longer each day reminded us of the strong, connected, and caring community we are lucky to be part of.

On Wednesday, November 19th, we continued the festivities with our adorable Scarecrow Dress-Up Day. The halls were lined with little scarecrows dressed in flannel shirts, straw hats, and warm fall colors. The creativity and charm in each outfit made the day extra special.

On Thursday, November 20th, families enjoyed a cheerful morning treat during our annual Gobble & Go. Parents were invited to stop by the front lobby to pick up freshly baked muffins—a simple yet heartwarming way to share a bit of Thanksgiving spirit. We loved seeing everyone swing by with smiles!

Today, we wrapped up the week with our exciting Turkey Trot. The children raced around with colorful bibs on their backs, cheering on their friends and celebrating the joy of movement. The event became even more magical when Tom the Turkey made a special surprise visit! The children were thrilled to see him waddle by, wave hello, and cheer them on as they ran. Their laughter and excitement made this tradition even more memorable.

Events like these showcase the joy, creativity, and community spirit that make AoSL such a wonderful place for families. We are grateful for our amazing students, supportive families, and dedicated staff who help make each celebration memorable—and for the generous hearts helping us make a difference through our Angel Tree Giving.

We wish everyone a warm, restful, and happy Thanksgiving week ahead!

Happy Halloween

Halloween was extra special this year at AoSL as our little ghosts, superheroes, princesses, and animals filled the halls with excitement for our annual Trick-or-Treat Parade!

The day was full of laughter and smiles as the children, dressed in their creative and colorful costumes, paraded from classroom to classroom, collecting sweet treats from their teachers and friends. From superheroes to storybook characters, our preschoolers brought the magic of Halloween to life during our Trick-or-Treat Parade. 

Our teachers joined in the fun too—donning their own festive costumes and making the day even more magical for the kids.

It was wonderful to see the children’s faces light up as they proudly showed off their costumes, practiced saying “Trick or treat!”, and shared in the joy of celebrating together. Events like this remind us how special our preschool community truly is—full of creativity, friendship, and fun.

A big thank you to all the families for helping their little ones prepare their costumes and to our amazing staff for making this event such a memorable one. We can’t wait to do it again next year!

Fall Festival Fun!

There’s something magical about autumn — the crisp air, the golden leaves, and the excitement of families coming together to celebrate the season. Our Annual School Fall Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the year, bringing children, families, and staff together for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of fun!

 

One of the best parts of the day was seeing families connect — chatting with teachers, meeting new friends, and joining their children in the fun. These moments of togetherness are what make early childhood experiences so meaningful.

A huge thank-you goes out to our wonderful parents and caregivers who volunteered their time, donated supplies, and helped make the day run smoothly. Your involvement is what makes our preschool community thrive!

As we move deeper into the fall season, we carry the warmth of this event with us — the laughter, the teamwork, and the joy of being together. Thank you for helping us celebrate another wonderful year of learning, friendship, and community.

🍁 Here’s to many more fall festivals to come!

Music and Movement

 

Nothing enhances learning like the addition of music and movement activities! Whether it be learning new information through song or moving our bodies, music and movement activities allow our young learners to make connections to their academic materials. Our youngest learners love to explore their bodies and their surroundings. Adding toys with musical elements allow them to explore sound skills like loud and quiet. Using bubbles, scarves and other enhancements allow them to new ways to interact and play!

For our older learners, movement activities help them practice skills like following directions, waiting their turn, and working together. We like to utilize music and movement activities during circle time to make sure our blood and brain power keeps flowing!

Get your body moving and come check us out at the Academy of Seaboard Lane!