I have been an educator for over 20 years, in different counties, in different states, from infants to high school seniors. Finding a school to nurture, love, AND educate your child is an exceptionally difficult journey, especially when they are so young.At TLE, I was...
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I have been an educator for over 20 years, in different counties, in different states, from infants to high school seniors. Finding a school to nurture, love, AND educate your child is an exceptionally difficult journey, especially when they are so young.At TLE, I was nervous when my son started VPK since he has had some issues with transitions, and I had concerns about his placement; I knew he needed consistent structure and rules, but also someone who can help him express his emotions and love him when he struggles. If you can find one trusted adult in a school that your child feels safe with, you are doing great--but when ALL of them make you feel that way, you know you've found the right place. My son's teacher noticed ways we could help him at home--from DAY ONE. She was positive, encouraging, motivational, and yet firm, which allowed my son to truly thrive. He felt safe in the learning environment and KNOWN for the little person he is growing into.When he walks into the school, he wants to hug the director, the assistant director, and of course his beloved teacher from last year who helped him grow immensely. When he is having a tough time transitioning from home to school in the morning, it is his teachers that help him through the emotions and enable him to get on track for the day.I work mainly in high schools now, but there are certain educational truths that hold true everywhere: when kids feel safe, loved, and able to make mistakes, they will thrive. At TLE I place my son in the hands of others each morning, and I feel excited about what he will learn. That is what matters to me, and to my family. We are on this journey together with the loving teachers at TLE. Thank you so much for everything you've done to help BOTH our children over the years--we are starting off VPK with so much joy!