Little Learning Academy

08/12/2026

Safari Stomp Week is off to a WILD start! 🐾🌿

A huge thank you to Quiver Farm Projects for bringing their traveling petting zoo to LLA! Our little learners had the best time meeting, petting, and feeding all of the adorable animals while learning fun facts about our furry (and feathered) friends. 🐑🐓🐇

What a fun way to kick off a week full of wild adventures, learning, and discovery!

07/29/2026

ROAR-some fun was happening at Little Learning Academy today! 🦖

Our little learners had an absolute blast during a special visit from Housel Fun & Fitness! 🤸‍♂️✨ They brought so much energy and excitement while perfectly tying their session into our Dino Discoveries Week theme with a fun-filled "Move Like a Dino" adventure!

From stomping like mighty T-Rexes to stretching like towering Brachiosauruses and waddling like playful dinosaurs, our children stayed active, laughed together, and had so much fun learning through movement. 🦕

A huge thank you to Housel Fun & Fitness for another amazing session! We always love having you visit, and our little learners can't wait for the next adventure! 💚

07/15/2026

Today, our close friends from Mystic Drumz joined us for an exciting, hands-on drumming experience that had our learners smiling, moving, and making music!

Through fun and engaging workshops, our little ones explored a variety of different drums while learning all about beats, rhythms, and songs. They had the opportunity to play along, follow patterns, and discover how music brings people together in such a joyful way. Experiences like these help build confidence, listening skills, coordination, creativity, and teamwork, all while having an absolute blast!

A huge thank you to Mystic Drumz for sharing your passion, energy, and talent with our LLA family. We're already counting down the days until next month when they'll be back to perform a special interactive story experience for our learners. We know it's going to be another unforgettable adventure!

07/10/2026

🧪🔬 Science Week & Experiment Day at LLA was a BLAST! 💥✨

Our little scientists spent the day exploring, discovering, and asking lots of great questions through hands-on experiments! From exciting reactions to fascinating observations, every activity sparked curiosity and encouraged our campers to think, predict, and explore the world around them.

There's nothing better than watching young minds light up with excitement as they learn through play and discovery!

07/01/2026

🌭🍔☀️ Nothing says summer at LLA like Water Day followed by an AMAZING BBQ!

After a fun-filled day of splashing in the sprinklers, running through the hose, and cooling off with our friends, everyone was ready for a delicious meal!

A huge THANK YOU goes out to our very own Mr. Dom (aka Palsy-Walsy!) for firing up the grill and treating our LLA family to an incredible BBQ ❤️ From the perfectly cooked hot dogs and hamburgers to all the yummy sides, it was the perfect way to refuel after spending the day in the summer heat.

We are so grateful for all the time, care, and heart you put into making this special tradition happen each year. Our children, staff, and families appreciate you more than you know!

Here's to great food, great friends, and making unforgettable summer memories together! 🌭🍔☀️

06/25/2026

Today, we are incredibly honored and proud to present the very first Little Learning Academy Alumni Award to Jacob Heilman.

As Jacob prepares to begin an exciting new chapter and head off to college this fall, we are thrilled to recognize him as an outstanding example of the values we strive to nurture in every child who walks through our doors.

While Jacob's application was impressive, it only scratched the surface of who he truly is. His leadership, compassion, intelligence, curiosity, and dedication to serving others are evident in the many communities he is involved in. He approaches every opportunity with purpose, determination, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on those around him.

At Little Learning Academy, our mission extends far beyond preparing children for kindergarten. We strive each day to help cultivate future leaders, lifelong learners, and compassionate individuals who will make a difference in the world. Jacob embodies everything we hope our students will become, and we could not be more proud to call him an LLA alumnus.

In recognition of his exceptional character and commitment to leadership, kindness, curiosity, compassion, and purpose, Jacob has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship to support his continued academic pursuits and community involvement.

Congratulations, Jacob! Your LLA family is cheering you on as you begin this next adventure. We cannot wait to see all that you accomplish!!!

06/23/2026

We kicked off our Summer Program last week with a splashing good Water Day at LLA! ☀️💦

Our little learners stayed cool while enjoying sprinklers, water toys, hoses, and plenty of outdoor fun with their friends. There were smiles, giggles, and happy squeals around every corner!

Even Mr. Dom couldn't resist joining in on the excitement and spent some time splashing around with the kiddos! 😄💙

We couldn't think of a better way to start a summer filled with exploration, adventure, friendship, and fun. If Water Day is any indication, we're in for an amazing summer at LLA! 🌈🌊☀️

06/11/2026

🎸✨ What a ROCKIN' night! ✨🎸

Last night, we celebrated our amazing preschool graduates as they officially rocked their way out of LLA and toward kindergarten! 🎓🤘

With 34 graduates, the largest preschool graduating class in LLA history, there was so much to celebrate. The evening was filled with smiles, laughter, happy tears, and countless proud moments as we reflected on how much our little learners have grown.

A huge thank you to our incredible team of 23 staff members whose dedication, love, and support help make these milestones possible. Most importantly, thank you to our families for trusting us to care for, teach, and prepare your children for their next big adventure.

We are so proud of each and every graduate and can't wait to see all the amazing things they accomplish in kindergarten and beyond! ❤️

06/09/2026

As another preschool year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible privilege of watching children grow. We celebrate their milestones, friendships, confidence, and curiosity, but the truth is they leave a lasting impact on us, too.

This week's blog is a love letter to childhood, play, and the beautiful journey of watching little ones spread their wings.

Dr. Deb ZupitoAs another preschool year comes to a close, our hearts are full. There is something incredibly special about being a preschool educator. We are given a front row seat to some of the most important years of a child's life. We watch children arrive with wide eyes and nervous smiles, and....