Childcare Center News: September 2025

Director’s Message

Dear Child Care Center Families:

It’s Back to School time and the kids are adjusting well to their new schedules and rooms! We have welcomed many new teachers on staff for the new school year and they are settling in nicely as well. Thank you for sharing your children with us and allowing us to take care of them!

We have a few reminders for all families:

· Tuition rate increases began September 1. Update auto-draft forms as necessary. Check your account for accuracy, and let us know if you have any questions.

· To avoid late fees, be sure your tuition payment is no later than Tuesday.

· Medication forms must be completed in order to administer medicaton while your child is at the center. Bring the medication in the original box. If dosage instructions are not on the box or differ from the box, a doctor’s note must be provided.

· Check the lost and found for any missing items at the end of each week.

Blessings,
Ashley Abraham
CCC Director
(405) 341.2626

Dates to Remember

September 2 - 12: Food Pantry Items & Toiletry Drive for teachers in need. Bring items to the donation boxes in the children’s hallway. Let’s fill the boxes!
September 3: UNITE begins on Wednesday nights @ 6 pm - First Christian Church
September 15: Fundraiser @ Raising Cane’s on 2nd Street, 5-10 PM. Tell them you are with First Christian Child Care Center when you order!
Save the Date: October 26 - First Christian Church’s Fall Family Funfest @ 5 pm

Food Pantry

As a new school year begins, many families face financial strain. We are starting a special initiative to support teachers of the child care center and are accepting items through February 12. We are asking for donations of non-perishable food items like canned tuna or chicken, peanut butter, pasta, canned goods, rice, beans and cereal. We are also accepting toiletry items like soap, shampoo, lotions, razors, toilet paper and feminine products. By supporting this initiative, you are providing hope for those in need. Thank you! 

Teacher of the Month

September’s Teacher of the Month for the First Christian Church Child Care Center is Emmalie Hunter. We’re thrilled to recognize Emmalie as our Employee of the Month! Since joining us on January 24, 2019, Emmalie has brought unwavering dedication, creativity, and compassion to our  school-age program. While working full-time, Emmalie also pursues a degree in Fashion Marketing—a testament to her drive and passion for design. She encourages children to explore their creativity and imagination, always offering support when needed. Whether it’s through art, photography, yoga, or design, Emmalie’s spare time is filled with inspiration that she brings into the classroom every day. Her love for working with children began early, inspired by her mother who runs a family home daycare. Assisting her mom taught Emmalie the importance of nurturing young minds, and she continues to lead with that same heart and purpose in our center. Thank you Emmalie, for being a guiding light to our children and a cherished member of our team! Congratulations Emmalie!

Extra Clothes

Bring extra clothes for your children. A clean change of clothing is necessary to have on hand for each child in the Center. Be sure to label the clothes with your child’s name. We are in need of clothing and shoe donations for all ages of children. You may drop off donations at the front office.

Happy Birthday!

Child Care Center Students: 
September 3 - Violet W
September 4 - Grant
September 5 - Logan H
September 6 - Evelyn M
September 8 - Carter C, Onni N, Tripp J
September 9 - Jack J
September 10 - Kylee T
September 13 - Bonnie B, Cooper L
September 17 - Hudson K
September 18 - Beau J
September 19 - Emma L
September 22 - Ruby M
September 25 - Parker S
September 27 - Lilly G

Child Care Center Staff:
September 14 - Shirley L
September 20 - Kaylin E
September 28 - Ashley A 

A Message from Children’s Ministry

UNITE with First Christian on Wednesday Nights!

Need a midweek recharge? Break away from the routine, find community, and grow in your faith! Join us Wednesday evenings this fall for UNITE, a fun place to share dinner, find friendships, and get curious. After dinner we offer learning options for adults, small groups for kids, plus our choir meets. Come as you are and experience belonging!

Unite is from 6 to 7:30 PM, on Wednesdays - September 3 through November 19.

View the weekly schedule for children, youth, and adults, our learning options, and weekly menus at www.fccedmond.org/unite

Save the Date:

Sunday, October 26 , from 5 - 7 PM, for a fun Fall Family Fun-fest! Games, treats, costumes, hotdogs, s’mores & so much more! Can wait to see you there!

Orange Curriculum
Along with the Children’s Ministry of First Christian Church, we use the Orange “First Look” Curriculum. This curriculum is age-appropriate and provided weekly to the teachers to use in their classrooms, as a part of this childcare center being a Christian-based learning center.

We want to partner with you to help kids develop a foundation of faith and wonder. We want them to grow in their curiosity and let them learn that there are no boundaries to their questions about Jesus. We want them to feel loved and to know that they matter.

This month, kids will learn about Construct and Create: God Has Plans for Me! Through recognizable Bible characters, like Adam and Eve, Moses, Josiah, Abraham and Sarah, children will learn that God loved us and has good things planned for all of us too. God’s plans are best and we can trust God. What a beautiful thing to learn!

Blessings to all!
Jennifer Humphrey
Children’s Ministry Director

Closing Thought…

A scripture to read with your family this month about the plans God has for everyone: “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord.”  - Jeremiah 29:11, NLT