01/21/2026
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our ribbon cutting ceremony.
We are so grateful to have been able to expand our center and open our new Infant–Toddler Room. This exciting growth was made possible through the generosity and support of The Knox County Foundation, the Knox County Women’s Group, who contributed grants. Additionally, the Ladies Group of Mulberry Street United Methodist Church has donated supplies to benefit both our children and staff.
A special shout-out to our contractor, John Bennett, who has worked incredibly hard to help make this expansion possible.
Thank you to the Knox County Chamber of Commerce for helping us host such a wonderful event, and to Mayor Matt Starr for speaking at our ceremony, it was an honor to have him in attendance.
We are also grateful to Park National Bank and PNC bank for their continued support, and to the Lions Club, who take the time to visit and engage with our students.
Seeing so many familiar faces—families, friends, local businesses, and community members—meant more to us than we can put into words.
We also want to give a special thank you to the Freedom Center and the Mount Vernon Public Library for visiting our students, reading stories, and helping promote social-emotional learning.
This day wasn’t just about a ribbon being cut or a new space being opened. It was about growth, love, and our community coming together.
At Absolutely Loved Learning Center, we truly believe it takes a village to raise children… and we are so proud to be part of that village. We need our community support, just like our community needs us. Together, we can create a safer, stronger, more supported place for our families.
We are also so very proud to share that Absolutely Loved Learning Center has received our Gold Rating through Ohio’s Step Up to Quality program. This recognition reflects our commitment to providing high-quality care for every child in our center.
Thank you for believing in us, cheering us on, and showing up for our kids. We are so excited for what’s next and can’t wait to continue serving this community with love and purpose.
PS. I would like to give a special shout to the staff members at Absolutely Loved who make every day possible by absolutely loving our children.