Lily Pad Learning Center

08/12/2026

We are hiring!! 💚💜

We are looking for positive, energetic, and team playing individuals to join our staff! We are looking for Teacher qualified staff and Teaching assistants.

Teacher qualified requirements are: 60 hours of college credit, 6 of those being in Early Childhood (two 3 hour college courses) OR 30 hours of college credit with 6 hours of college credit in Early Childhood (again, two 3 hour college courses) and at least one year of working experience with Early Childhood aged children OR your CDA (Child Development Associate) credential.

Teaching assistant requirements are: a High School Diploma or GED.

Stop by the center to pick-up an application or email your resume to [email protected].

Feel free to share and help spread the word!!😊

07/24/2026

Just a reminder we will be closed July 27th through July 31st for our summer break. We will return August 3rd. We hope everyone has a great vacation!

07/23/2026

🌍✈️ Our students had an exciting adventure exploring cultures from around the world!

As part of our cultural learning activities, we enjoyed a delicious field trip to the China Buffet, where students experienced new foods and traditions. 🇨🇳

Back at the center, our little learners got creative by making beautiful paper lanterns, worked together to stack cups into their own version of the Eiffel Tower, and even sampled gummy bears from Germany! 🇫🇷🇩🇪

Learning about different cultures helps children build curiosity, appreciation, and kindness toward others. We love creating hands-on experiences that make learning fun and memorable!

🌎❤️ At Lily Pad Learning Center, we’re helping our students discover the wonderful world around them—one adventure at a time!

07/21/2026

🌾✨ A few weeks ago, our School Age friends had the wonderful opportunity to visit Leetham Family Farm, owned by one of our amazing employees and her family!

The children had such a great time holding a bunny, cuddling kittens, seeing a beautiful peacock, visiting the chickens, and meeting the friendly donkeys. It was a morning full of hands-on learning, smiles, and memories they’ll cherish.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our employee and her family for opening your farm to our students and creating such a fun and educational experience. We are so grateful for your generosity, hospitality, and for sharing a special part of your lives with our Lily Pad families. ❤️

07/16/2026

Hey Friends,

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07/07/2026

🚜 A huge THANK YOU to the Pastrovich Family Farm for taking the time to bring your tractors to visit our Preschool and School Age classes today! Our children had such a wonderful opportunity to see the tractors up close, ask questions, and learn more about the important role farming plays in our community.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our local farmers. Your hard work, dedication, and long hours help feed our families and communities every single day. We appreciate everything you do, and we’re thankful for the opportunity to teach our children about the importance of agriculture.

Thank you again, Pastrovich Family Farm, for making this such a memorable day! 🌾🚜💚

07/06/2026

We are partnering with Dominos again to raise money to add more concrete and fun activities to our playgrounds. Cards are $20 and for every large pizza you buy with this card you will receive a large pizza for free. You can use this card unlimited times until June of 2027. Sell 15 cards and your child will receive a free card. The classroom that sells the most will receive a special treat. Orders are due by July 20, 2026.
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07/02/2026

Just a reminder that we will be closed on July 3, 2026 in observance of the 4th of July. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday! We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday Begins at Lily Pad! 🇺🇸

To help kick off the USA’s 250th birthday celebration, our Lily Pad students spent an unforgettable morning learning about the people and places that help keep our community and our country running every day.

Our first stop was the local post office, where students met with the Postmaster and learned how a letter travels from the mailbox all the way to its final destination. 📬

Next, we visited the Mayor’s office at City Hall, where Mayor Flemming, dressed as George Washington, and Alderman Hughes, dressed as Thomas Jefferson, brought history to life! Students learned about our nation’s Founding Fathers, the different levels of government—city, state, and federal—and how city council meetings help make decisions that impact our community. We also learned that every city council meeting begins with the Mayor leading the Pledge of Allegiance, and our students had the honor of standing with Mayor Flemming to recite the pledge together. It was a special moment that connected history, patriotism, and civic responsibility in a way they will always remember.

The morning continued with special tours of our police department and fire station. Our students had the opportunity to meet the dedicated first responders who work tirelessly every day to protect and serve our community. Seeing their equipment, learning about their jobs, and hearing firsthand about the important role they play made for an experience our students won’t soon forget. 🚔🚒

A heartfelt thank you to our Postmaster, Mayor Flemming, Alderman Hughes, our police officers, firefighters, and everyone who took time out of their day to invest in our children. Experiences like these help inspire the next generation while teaching them the importance of citizenship, community, and service.

❤️🤍💙 Happy 250th Birthday, America! What a wonderful way to begin celebrating our nation’s rich history and bright future!