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Although we were initially sad to see them go, our friends were happy to release their butterfly friends back into nature! 🦋

Although we were initially sad to see them go, our friends were happy to release their butterfly friends back into nature! 🦋

Our friends in our Three's classroom are having a blast observing and caring for their butterflies this week. 🦋

Our friends have been busy this summer! They have enjoyed many fun activities including creating CD spinning tops, toothpaste slime, and more. This week, they also delivered handwritten notes for our local firefighters!

Our friends enjoyed making yummy guacamole from scratch for their latest #KidsCuisine activity! 🥑

Our school is on a roll this summer! Our friends have already read a total of 13,000+ minutes toward their summer reading goals. This week, they turned in some of their book bucks for prizes! 📖

6 Simple Tips to Help Your Child Stay Hydrated - New Horizon Academy

Tomorrow is #NationalHydrationDay! Research shows that water helps children feel good, focus, concentrate, and it provides your child with the necessary energy and brainpower to help them learn. Use these six simple tips to help your child stay hydrated all summer long. 💧

6 Simple Tips to Help Your Child Stay Hydrated - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Kid's Fitness: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

Happy Father's Day from all of us at New Horizon Academy! ❤

Happy Father's Day from all of us at New Horizon Academy! ❤

We are honored to be recognized as one of the Top 175 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune for the fifth year in a row! 🏆

(Plymouth, MN) June 20, 2021—New Horizon Academy has been named one of the Top 175 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. A complete list of those selected is available at startribune.com/mn-top-workplaces and will also be published in the Star Tribune Top Workplaces special section on Sunday, June 20.

Produced by the same team that compiles the 30-year-old Star Tribune 100 report of the best-performing public companies in Minnesota, Top Workplaces recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health and satisfaction. The analysis included responses from over 76,000 employees at Minnesota public, private and nonprofit organizations.

The rankings in the Star Tribune Top 175 Workplaces are based on survey information collected by Energage, an independent company specializing in employee engagement and retention.

New Horizon Academy was ranked 38th on the large company list.

“New Horizon Academy is honored to receive the Top Workplaces award for the fifth year in a row,” said Chief Executive Officer, Chad Dunkley. “It is a testament to the company’s values of respect, integrity, excellence, innovation, leadership, and teamwork. We are proud of our teachers, and it is a privilege to provide a workplace that allows them to grow and thrive, and enjoy coming to work. Our teachers do the world’s most important work, and we are excited to continue our growth and success with our most valuable assets—our people.”

Star Tribune Publisher Michael J. Klingensmith said, “The companies in the Star Tribune Top 175 Workplaces deserve high praise for creating the very best work environments in the state of Minnesota. My congratulations to each of these exceptional companies.”

Read more at newhorizonacademy.net/about/news-and-events.

We are honored to be recognized as one of the Top 175 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune for the fifth year in a row! 🏆

(Plymouth, MN) June 20, 2021—New Horizon Academy has been named one of the Top 175 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. A complete list of those selected is available at startribune.com/mn-top-workplaces and will also be published in the Star Tribune Top Workplaces special section on Sunday, June 20.

Produced by the same team that compiles the 30-year-old Star Tribune 100 report of the best-performing public companies in Minnesota, Top Workplaces recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health and satisfaction. The analysis included responses from over 76,000 employees at Minnesota public, private and nonprofit organizations.

The rankings in the Star Tribune Top 175 Workplaces are based on survey information collected by Energage, an independent company specializing in employee engagement and retention.

New Horizon Academy was ranked 38th on the large company list.

“New Horizon Academy is honored to receive the Top Workplaces award for the fifth year in a row,” said Chief Executive Officer, Chad Dunkley. “It is a testament to the company’s values of respect, integrity, excellence, innovation, leadership, and teamwork. We are proud of our teachers, and it is a privilege to provide a workplace that allows them to grow and thrive, and enjoy coming to work. Our teachers do the world’s most important work, and we are excited to continue our growth and success with our most valuable assets—our people.”

Star Tribune Publisher Michael J. Klingensmith said, “The companies in the Star Tribune Top 175 Workplaces deserve high praise for creating the very best work environments in the state of Minnesota. My congratulations to each of these exceptional companies.”

Read more at newhorizonacademy.net/about/news-and-events.

Resources to Help Your Family Honor Juneteenth - New Horizon Academy

Coming together as a family to discuss #Juneteenth is a wonderful way to celebrate this very important day in history. Here are just a few of our favorite books and videos to help get you started. 📚

Resources to Help Your Family Honor Juneteenth - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Language Development and Communication, Social and Emotional Development: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

National Eat Your Vegetables Day - New Horizon Academy

Happy #NationalEatYourVegetablesDay! Getting your child to eat healthy can sometimes be challenging, especially when it comes to vegetables. Try a new vegetable as a family today! 🥕

National Eat Your Vegetables Day - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Kid's Cuisine: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

Our friends had a blast showing off their gymnastic skills today! 🤸‍♀️

🎁 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎁

In honor of Father's Day this year, we are giving ONE lucky family a chance to win this ultimate Father's Day prize package. To enter, simply LIKE and COMMENT this post telling us who deserves this prize and why!

Winner must reside in Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, or Minnesota and will be randomly selected on Thursday, June 17.

🎁 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎁

In honor of Father's Day this year, we are giving ONE lucky family a chance to win this ultimate Father's Day prize package. To enter, simply LIKE and COMMENT this post telling us who deserves this prize and why!

Winner must reside in Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, or Minnesota and will be randomly selected on Thursday, June 17.

Summer Boredom Busters - New Horizon Academy

Create your own family Boredom Buster Jar to keep your family entertained all summer long! ☀

Summer Boredom Busters - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Creativity and the Arts, Kid's Cuisine, Kid's Fitness, Kid's STEAM, Physical and Motor Development: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

We are already having so much fun this summer! Our classrooms have enjoyed napping outside, walking to the park, making spin art, and so much more. ☀

Our school-age friends had so much fun designing and building their very own bristle bots! 🤖

✨ It's TRIVIA TIME! ✨

In what year did we change our name from New Horizon Child Care to New Horizon Academy?

A. 2003
B. 1997
C. 1986
D. 2005

#NHATurns50

✨ It's TRIVIA TIME! ✨

In what year did we change our name from New Horizon Child Care to New Horizon Academy?

A. 2003
B. 1997
C. 1986
D. 2005

#NHATurns50

Stone Stacking and Sorting STEAM Activity - New Horizon Academy

Looking for a new #STEAM activity for your budding scientist? We have just the thing for you!

Download our SciKids at New Horizon Academy: Rock STEAM Investigation Sheet today for simple rock activities your budding scientist will love.

Stone Stacking and Sorting STEAM Activity - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Kid's STEAM: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

Check out our newest book nook creations! Our friends have officially challenged our our other Boise and Meridian schools to see which school can read the most minutes this summer. Ready, set, READ! 📚

Check out our newest book nook creations! Our friends have officially challenged our our other Boise and Meridian schools to see which school can read the most minutes this summer. Ready, set, READ! 📚

Our infant friends have so much fun exploring new concepts using their light table!

🎲 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎲

In celebration of our upcoming anniversary, we are giving ONE lucky family a chance to win this classic family game night bundle. To enter, simply LIKE and COMMENT this post with your family's favorite game!

Winner must reside in Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, or Minnesota and will be randomly selected on Monday, June 7.

#NHATurns50

🎲 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎲

In celebration of our upcoming anniversary, we are giving ONE lucky family a chance to win this classic family game night bundle. To enter, simply LIKE and COMMENT this post with your family's favorite game!

Winner must reside in Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, or Minnesota and will be randomly selected on Monday, June 7.

#NHATurns50

Our preschool friends enjoyed making these flags and torches as part of their summer program!

Our friends kicked off their summer program today making tasty, homemade pizzas! 🍕

✨ It's TRIVIA TIME! ✨

In 1971, founded by Susan and William Dunkley, New Horizon Nursery School opens and is among the first to offer care for infants in the child care setting.

Where was this school located?

A. Minneapolis, MN
B. Brooklyn Center, MN
C. Plymouth, MN
D. St. Cloud, MN

#NHATurns50

✨ It's TRIVIA TIME! ✨

In 1971, founded by Susan and William Dunkley, New Horizon Nursery School opens and is among the first to offer care for infants in the child care setting.

Where was this school located?

A. Minneapolis, MN
B. Brooklyn Center, MN
C. Plymouth, MN
D. St. Cloud, MN

#NHATurns50

4 Children’s Books to Read with Your Child to Honor Pride Month - New Horizon Academy

Happy #PrideMonth! By reading books and engaging in meaningful conversations, you can teach essential lessons of acceptance, universal values, diversity, respect, kindness, empathy, and compassion for others to your child. Here are just a few of our favorite books to help get you started. 📚

4 Children’s Books to Read with Your Child to Honor Pride Month - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Language Development and Communication: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

5 Tips for a Successful Road Trip with Children - New Horizon Academy

Happy #NationalRoadTripDay! We know that your family may be planning a road trip for #MemorialDay weekend, so before you hit the road, consider these tips to help keep you and your child happy. 🚗

5 Tips for a Successful Road Trip with Children - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Creativity and the Arts, Language Development and Communication, Physical and Motor Development, Social and Emotional Development: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

A friendly reminder that New Horizon Academy will be closed on Monday, May 31st in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you!

A friendly reminder that New Horizon Academy will be closed on Monday, May 31st in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you!

One year ago, George Floyd was killed by a Minneapolis police officer. As the circumstances surrounding his death became known, we all experienced a myriad of emotions. Shock, shame, anger, grief, and then a fierce determination that his death would not be in vain.

Today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating classrooms where our children and staff are treated with dignity and respect; where racial, ethnic, and cultural differences are celebrated for their unique contributions to the learning experience and the fabric of each school. And while the world has changed in some ways since Mr. Floyd’s death, there is still much work to be done.

In his memory, we will continue to strive for a world where diversity, equity, and inclusion are no longer goals, but are tightly woven into every aspect of our existence.

One year ago, George Floyd was killed by a Minneapolis police officer. As the circumstances surrounding his death became known, we all experienced a myriad of emotions. Shock, shame, anger, grief, and then a fierce determination that his death would not be in vain.

Today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating classrooms where our children and staff are treated with dignity and respect; where racial, ethnic, and cultural differences are celebrated for their unique contributions to the learning experience and the fabric of each school. And while the world has changed in some ways since Mr. Floyd’s death, there is still much work to be done.

In his memory, we will continue to strive for a world where diversity, equity, and inclusion are no longer goals, but are tightly woven into every aspect of our existence.

Scavenger Hunt: Colors in Nature - New Horizon Academy

In honor of #NationalScavengerHuntDay today, head outside together as a family with this colorful scavenger hunt activity!

Scavenger Hunt: Colors in Nature - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Creativity and the Arts, Kid's Fitness: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

Caring for Kids 2021

Yesterday, our very own Clare Sanford, Director of Government and Community Relations, joined the Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners team for their virtual Caring for Kids Breakfast event to help raise $150,000 in scholarships for kids—birth to age 5—who are facing barriers to quality early childhood education.

Watch the event program now on YouTube below! ⬇️

Caring for Kids 2021 On May 19, 2021 we gathered to raise funds and celebrate the amazing Caring for Kids community! Thank you to event hosts, sponsors, leaders-in-giving, and e...

DIY Outdoor Bowling Activity - New Horizon Academy

As the weather starts warming up, take time to enjoy the great outdoors with our DIY Outdoor Bowling Activity. From avid bowler to first timer, this game is sure to be fun for the whole family! 🎳

DIY Outdoor Bowling Activity - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Creativity and the Arts, Kid's Fitness, Physical and Motor Development: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

5 Children’s Books to Read with Your Child to Honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - New Horizon Academy

To commemorate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we have compiled a list of books that celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage. From books written by Asian authors to books featuring Asian characters, your family is sure to enjoy these heartwarming stories. 📚 #AAPIHM

5 Children’s Books to Read with Your Child to Honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Language Development and Communication: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at New Horizon Academy! ❤

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at New Horizon Academy! ❤

How to Celebrate National Space Day - New Horizon Academy

Wondering how you can celebrate #NationalSpaceDay today? Here are a few of our favorite books about space and a special snack for your family to enjoy. 🚀

How to Celebrate National Space Day - New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy Kid's Cuisine, Language Development and Communication: Our resources provide a wealth of information and inspiration for you and your entire family.