Self Development Preschool

🌸🐣 Spring Festival Fun at Our School! 🐰🌼

We had an incredibly enjoyable time celebrating our Spring Festival! Our students had a day filled with laughter, creativity, and delightful surprises. From our thrilling Easter Egg Hunt to our vibrant Arts & Crafts activities, every moment was filled with joy and smiles! 🎨🥚

We want to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible families and dedicated staff for their invaluable contributions in making this day truly special. We cherish the opportunity to create these wonderful memories together! 💛

Thanksgiving History - Gobble gobble! 🦃 Did you know that Benjamin Franklin wanted the national bird to be a turkey, not an eagle? He thought turkeys were more respectable! 😂 What's your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? "

Philosophy - Voltaire, born on this day in 1694. He heavily influenced a small group of giants, we call our Founding Fathers. He wrote passionately, about, reason, and the freedom of speech, and need for tolerance for all--political ethics that are incredibly relevant today. Why is reason and tolerance important? "

" Cartoon History! Happy birthday, Mickey Mouse! 🐭 On Nov 18, 1928, 'Steamboat Willie' introduced the world to this iconic character. Animation was cutting-edge then, and Mickey still brings joy to generations. Who's your favorite Disney character?

🌸" Art History: Happy Birthday to Georgia O'Keeffe! 🎉 Known for her bold colors and unique style, she inspires us to express ourselves fearlessly. How will YOU find your artistic voice today? "

🎉 Happy Birthday, Cannonball Adderley! 🎉

Today, we celebrate the birthday of a true jazz legend, Julian "Cannonball" Adderley! He was an amazing saxophone player who made jazz music super exciting and fun. 🎷

What you should know about "Cannonball"

🍕 He got his nickname "Cannonball" because he loved to eat a lot! 🍕
🎵 He played the alto saxophone like a champ, making it sound smooth and powerful at the same time.
🕺 Jazz Pioneer: He helped create a new style of jazz called "soul jazz" that mixed jazz with funky rhythms and soulful melodies. It made jazz music even more popular!
🤝 Famous Friends: He played with some of the biggest names in jazz, like Miles Davis and John Coltrane. They made incredible music together!
Let's listen to some of Cannonball Adderley's awesome songs!

Cannonball Adderley's music is a great way to introduce your kids to jazz. It's accessible, fun, and full of positive energy. Let's keep the spirit of Cannonball Adderley alive by listening to his music and appreciating his amazing contribution to jazz! 🎶

🌟 Introducing our new post series, "Pride in Learning. Pride in Teaching." where we showcase the pride our teachers have in our students and the pride our students have in their learning. From changing lives to witnessing aha moments, hear our most touching, heartwarming moments teaching at Self Development Academy.
A couple excerpts:

🇪🇸✨Mrs. Nohemi: "Working at SDA my day-to-day is filled of moments of pride invariably associated to my students’ achievements."

🎼✨Music Teacher Mr. Chaman: "Seeing my students sing songs in various languages. Listening to them sing in unison and harmony."

🥽✨ Mrs. Undralla: I'm excited to work at Self Development Academy because it provides a unique opportunity to merge my passion for science with the academy's focus on personal growth.

Stay tuned for some truly inspiring stories! 📚✨.

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