News from the Wild: Atmosphere and Soils, Enrollment, and more!
Hello EverWild Families!
In February, we'll be taking our learning UP and DOWN, as we begin to explore the Atmosphere and Soils! Our weekly areas of focus include the Atmosphere, Tracks, Under & Above Us, and Forces of Change. This week, our main focus will be on the Atmosphere. We'll be learning about weather calendars, the difference between weather and climate, how the greenhouse effect affects weather, and even tips on staying warm during those chilly days! We think it will be a fascinating week of learning!
Parent Tip of the Week
We all have that one thing that can disrupt our cool and test our patience when it comes to parenting, right? Well, I think we can all agree that whining takes the top spot on that list. Ugh, the dreaded whine! But hey, let's not get too frustrated. There are reasons why our kids do this, and maybe we can find a way to turn down the whine a notch.
One reason is that they want to see if they can get a different response from us. They're being persistent, thinking that if they keep at it, we might change our minds. In this situation, let your child know that you understand what they're trying to do, but you're not going to budge. Your decision is final, and it's okay if they feel upset by it.
Another reason for the whine is that they're feeling frustrated, mad, sad, disappointed... but they just can't express themselves properly. In these cases, ask your child to pause, take a moment to breathe, collect their thoughts (when they're ready), and then try again to tell you how they're feeling using their normal voice.
Sometimes, kids just need to vent! Venting can feel good for them. They've probably been holding it together all day and now they need to let it out. Let them know that you're all ears and you want to hear all about it. Tell them to share as much as they're willing to, but remind them that it's hard to understand when they're whining. Encourage them to use their normal speaking voice.
Good luck with handling the whine, and if you have any tips to share, we'd love to hear them!
Tax Resources
This year, brightwheel has simplified tax season for families by providing direct links to year-end payer tax statements in their brightwheel accounts!
Upcoming Camps
NEW Trail Blazer Camps
We are excited to hold Trail Blazer Camps for kids aged 11-13 on June 18-20, July 23-25, and August 6-8.
Summer Camps
For current EverWild families and past summer campers, early bird registration is now open.
June - August
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
5-day, 4-day, and 3-day camps
Designed for ages 4-13
2024-2025 School Year
Registration for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year at EverWild Forest School is now open to current families! Use code EARLYBIRD during registration to waive the $75 materials fee.
We can't wait to welcome your children to another year filled with wonder, growth, and endless adventures!
Join our team
EverWild Forest School invites passionate individuals to join our team in inspiring the next generation's connection with nature.
Positions include:
🐞 Outdoor Educator, Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
🌸 After School Program Facilitators, Monday-Friday from 3:00 - 6:00 pm
☀️ Summer Camp Educators, Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
We hope you have a wonderful week! Be sure to follow along our adventures on Instagram and Facebook!
EverWild Forest School is an initiative under the umbrella of the National Outdoor Learning Alliance (NOLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. NOLA operates with a broader mission to amplify outdoor learning opportunities. This overarching organization provides crucial resources, funding, and support to various programs and initiatives, such as EverWild Forest School, that aim to increase access to outdoor learning for youth across the nation.
