Friday, July 31, 2009




Next Level Development will be closed on September 7th in observation of Labor Day. Have a happy and safe holiday!

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Summer Camp Part II



" SUMMER CAMP PART II"

Campers got into Sports Day by trying out their skills at basketball, an obstacle course, hula hoops, and a beanbag toss. On Movie Day, children watched The Tale of Despereaux and munched on popcorn. There are also pictures of the school-age class making Oobleck, a mixture of cornstarch and water.

Summer Camp



" PICTURES OF SUMMER CAMP"

Water play, miniature golf field trip, Summer Kick-off Barbecue, and more!

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

The Lehigh Valley Zoo came to NLD as part of our summer program. Children saw animals such as an owl, a corn snake, a spider, and a ferret and were even given the opportunity to touch some of them.
" ZOO VISIT PICTURES!"

Thursday, July 09, 2009

Pre-Summer Fun!



April and May were a lot of fun for Next Level kids. Children got to make their own ice cream sundaes, planted flowers out front, made pizzas, and more!

" PRE-SUMMER PICTURES"

Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Special Summer Camp Dates!








Field Trips:
June 25th- Library
July 9th- Mulligan's Miniature Golf
July 29th- Iron Pigs game
August 11th- Lehigh Valley Zoo
August 25th- Jordan Lanes

In-House Events:

June 30th- Moonbounce (NOTE: This event has been rescheduled due to rain. New date TBA.)
July 14th- Traveling Zoo
July 24th- Movie Day
July 27th- Sports Day
August 6th- Quiver Traveling Farm
August 7th- McDonald's Lunch
August 21st- Olympic Day

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Summer Camp is Back at NLD!




Next Level Development’s ANNUAL Summer Camp is almost here. If you are interested in exciting field trips, cool visitors, and fun filled days, then come and join us. Fun for all ages: Lil’ Campers (age 1 -2), Junior Campers (age 3-4), Senior Campers (age 5 and older).


Field Trips-> Make, Take and Play at the Library, Picnic in the Park, Bowling, Lehigh Valley Zoo, Iron Pigs baseball game AND MUCH MORE!!!

Center Activities->
Summer Kick Off BBQ
Next Level Development Olympics
Next Level Development Theater
Luau McDonald’s

Jolly Holly
AND TONS MORE!!!

For More information…
Please contact Ms. Tiffany at the center at 610-439-1779.

Munchies With Mom

The classes had a lot of fun mixing up special desserts for their moms in celebration of Mother's Day.


" VIEW PICTURES HERE"

Thursday, May 07, 2009

Happy Memorial Day!


Next Level Development will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th. We wish your families a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend!

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Week of the Young Child- Events

What is the Week of the Young Child?

The Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world's largest early childhood education association, with nearly 100,000 members and a network of over 300 local, state, and regional Affiliates.

The purpose of the Week of the Young Child is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs.

NAEYC first established the Week of the Young Child in 1971, recognizing that the early childhood years (birth through age 8) lay the foundation for children's success in school and later life. The Week of the Young Child is a time to plan how we--as citizens of a community, of a state, and of a nation--will better meet the needs of all young children and their families.


What is the Week of the Young Child theme?

The theme for the Week of the Young Child 2009 is Bring Communities Together for Children--Children Bring Communities Together
Why focus on young children and early childhood programs?

Today we know more than ever before about the importance of children's earliest years in shaping their learning and development. Yet, never before have the needs of young children and their families been more pressing.

The Week of the Young Child is a time to recognize that children's opportunities are our responsibilities, and to recommit ourselves to ensuring that each and every child experiences the type of early environment--at home, at child care, at school, and in the community--that will promote their early learning.

Read NAEYC's, A Call to Excellence in Early Childhood Education, which describes our vision for all children, all early childhood professionals, all families, and all communities.

The week of April 20th- 24th
Next Level Development Special Events

“I am Celebrating My Child Because…”
Parents should decorate the attached paper doll to represent their child and return it with the attached information card. Please place all of the paper dolls and card in the bin located on the lobby table by April 16th. All of the paper dolls will be collected, joined at the hands, and displayed in our hallway along with parent comments.
Monday April 20th- Dress yourself day.
Please allow your child to choose what they want to wear that day to school, and have them try to dress themselves. Don’t worry if it does not match, this will be a perfect picture opportunity! 
Tuesday April 22nd- Ice Cream Social
Afternoon snack will be an ice cream treat. Next Level Development will provide the ice cream and all the necessary toppings.
Wednesday April 23rd- Planting Day
In celebration of Earth day, each classroom will be invited to help their teacher’s plant flowers. Next Level Development will provide all of the things needed for the children to plant.
Thursday April 25th- Make your own lunch
Next Level Development will provide the ingredients for your child to create their own healthy lunch. Each classroom will be invited to help their teachers cook!
Friday April 24th- Parent’s Reading Day
Parents are invited to stop by on Friday to read a book to their child’s class. You may bring a book of your choice or ask the teacher to provide one. Please sign up on the sheet located in your child’s classroom.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Friday, January 09, 2009

Happy Two Year Anniversary Ms Lisa


Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.

Tuesday, January 06, 2009

KIDS STUFF FUNDRAISER


Great news families! You now have the opportunity to purchase valuable, family-friendly Kidstuff coupon books for only $25!!! Use just a few coupons and save more than the cost of the book. Next Level Development will be raising money for equipment to meet keystone star level 2. They have tons of coupons for Department stores, Grocery stores, to fast food, AND so much more! If you would like to purchase a KidStuff book please call the center at 610-439-1779 and ask for Lisa.
Hurry offer end January 22nd!

January Events


1st- School Closed- Happy New Year
23rd- Pajama Day
26th - 30th- Parent Teacher Conferences

Christmas 2008


" Christmas 2008 HERE"

2009


Happy New Year from our family to yours!


Monday, November 24, 2008

Happy 3 year Anniversary Tiffany


Thank you for all your hard work and dedication

December Events

5th- Celebrating St. Nicholas Day-Bring in a extra pair of shoes
8th-12th- Clothing Drive-If you have any extra clothes please bring them into the daycare and place them into the barrel in the front lobby.
19th- Next Level Development Book Exchange- Bring in a wrapped unisex book- Don't forget to write your child's name on it.
22nd- NLD Holiday party
25th-26th- SCHOOL CLOSED
31st- Pajama and Movie Day

Saturday, November 08, 2008

Welcome Mary Salinger, our director

Dear Parents,

Welcome to Next Level Development! My name is Miss Mary and I am the child care director. The teaching staff and I are committed to encouraging your child’s natural curiosity and joy of learning. Though observation and planning, the staff will continue to develop your child’s cognitive, emotional, physical, and social skills in becoming a life long learner.

We want to get to know you and your family. Throughout the year, we have several fun family events such as Mother/Father’s Day, Earth Day and classroom guest readers. If you or another family member would like to help during these events, please let us know.

Please feel free to speak with me at anytime, should you have any questions, comments or concerns throughout the year. Again, we welcome you and your family to Next Level Development!

Sincerely,

Mary

Tuesday, November 04, 2008

Fundraiser

Next Level Development is having a fundraiser to raise money for a new playground and we thought we would share it with you. 

We are selling from Classic Cookie. They have cookie dough, specialty coffee and cocoa, brownies, and candles. 

If you are interested check out their website www.classiccookie.com and enter the coupon code NLDKIDS at the checkout if you want to order anything. 

Due date for orders are Friday November 21st and delivery is scheduled for December 4th. If you have any questions feel free to email me.

nextleveldevelopment@gmail.com

Monday, November 03, 2008


You and your family are invited to join
us for our annual
Thanksgiving Feast
Wednesday, November 19th at 7pm.
Please join us for a delicious dinner. Sign-up sheets for number of attendees and for side dishes to bring are located by the tuition box.
See you there!

November Events 2008

November 7 Hat Day
November 14 Pajama Day
November 17th - 21st- Food Drive
November 19th- Thanksgiving Feast 7pm
November 27th -28th SCHOOL CLOSED- Happy Thanksgiving!

Halloween 2008


" Halloween 2008 HERE"

Friday, October 03, 2008

Visit from the farm animals


" Farm Animals HERE"
Quiver Farm came with their animals to Next Level Development and the children had a BLAST!

Monday, September 22, 2008

2 year Anniversary Tanya


Please join us in thanking Ms Tanya for all her hard work and dedication throughout here years here at Next Level Development!

October Events 2008

October 3rd- at 10am Traveling Farm
October 7th- Wear Red- Visit from the Firemen 10am
October 17th- Pajama Day
October 20th- 24th- Parent Teacher Conferences
October 27th-31st- Family pumpking Carving Contest
October 29th- Pumpkin Patch
October 31st- Halloween Parade

Apple Picking 2008



" Apple picking HERE"

2008-2009 School Year Calendar

September 1st (Monday) Labor Day- School Closed
September 2nd (Tuesday) School Year Begins
September 8th (Monday) Grandparents Day Tea Party
September 8th (Monday) Troop Care Package
September 22nd Apple Picking at Next Level Development
September 24th (Wednesday) Back to School Night
September 26th School Pictures
October 3rd Farm Visit
October 20-24th Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 29th Pumpkin Patch at Next Level Development
October 27-31st Family Pumpkin Carving Contest
October 31st Halloween Parade
November 17-21st Thanksgiving Food Drive
November 19th Family Thanksgiving Feast
November 27-28th Thanksgiving Recess- School Closed
December 19th (Friday) Next Level 's Book Exchange
December 22 (Monday) Parent's Night Out
December 24th Holiday Party
December 25th-26th School Closed
January 1st New Years- School Closed
January 26-30th Parent-Teacher Conferences
February 6th (Friday) Winter's a Bummer Movie Night
February 13th Valentine's Day Ball
February 13th Parent's Night Out
March 17th St. Patrick's Green Tea Party
April 10th Spring Egg Hunt
April 19th-25th Week of the Young Child
April 22nd Planting Day
May 4th-8th Teacher Appreciation Week
May 8th Munchies with Mom
May 25th (Monday) Memorial Day- School Closed
June 8th-12th Parent-Teacher Conferences
June 19th Desserts with Dad
June 26th Summer BBQ
June 29th (Monday) Summer Camp Begins
August 14th Next Level Development's 3rd Birthday
August 28th End of Summer Picnic
*******All dates are subject to change*******

Parkettes are HERE!


2008 Pennsylvania Women's Level 10 State Champions

Parkettes Mission Statement
Parkettes are organized for the purpose of providing all boys and girls, regardless of age, financial, mental or physical ability, the opportunity to experience the joy and benefits of gymnastics while becoming part of our family of athletes. Toward that end, the officers, directors, staff and volunteers are commited to:

Programs that cover the entire range of youth and their development, beginning with pre-school classes, with the opportunity for advancement to team programs through which young athletes may ultimately gain national, international and Olympic recognition.
Program for children who have special physical, mental or emotional needs so they may gain physical benefits and inner confidence through the sport of gymnastics.
An environment to experience the importance of physical fitness, including strength, balance, flexibility and coordination, and the value of a disciplined training regimen that enhances any athletic endeavor.
A learning experience with emphasis on the values of responsibility, competitiveness, dedication and goal setting, which can be retained throughout adulthood.
A community resource that promotes the Lehigh Valley by increasing its exposure nationally and internationally.
Exhibitions for schools, service organizations and community events to promote public awareness of the importance of physical fitness and to offer positive role models to aid in the social development of area youth.
The resources to aid young gymnasts striving for a berth on the Olympic Team, a college scholarship or simply valuable self-esteem.
Providing an oppurtunity for all young athletes to reach the Parkettes' goal - "to be the best you can be."


Stop in the office for registration questions!

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Wednesday September 24th, 2008

From 7:00pm - 8:00pm

This is a great time to:
* Meet your child's teacher
*Explore the classroom
*Find out what your child will be learning this year
*Receive a copy of the curriculum and themes this year


HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Grandparents Tea Party 08



" Grandparents TEA PARTY HERE"

End of Summer Fun


" End of Summer Pictures HERE"

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Little Clickers

This site (sponsored by Computer Explorers) is a collection of educational web sites for children in the 3- to 12-year age range. These pages were previously published in Children's Technology Review.

It has some really neat things for the kids. Check it out!

Computer Explorers

Next Level Development has been using the services of COMPUTER EXPLORERS who provides technology education to children ages 3 and up at daycare centers, preschools, private and public schools, community centers, and park Districts throughout the Lehigh Valley, Berks and the Poconos. Since 1985, millions of children have benefited from COMPUTERTOTS and COMPUTER EXPLORERS classes offered in childcare centers, preschools, elementary private and public schools, and other educational settings.

We are using them because Computer Explorers provides your child with:

• technology tools
• software
• curriculum
• technology-certified teachers and staff
• continuous and up-to-date training
• real-life, hands-on education

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Summer Field and In house events

FIELD TRIPS
Wed, July 2nd Park & Picnic (9:15-1:00)
Tue, July 22nd Bowling (10:00-12:30)
Wed, Aug 6th Rink (12:00-2:15)
-Each student’s cost is $55.00. (We need a minimum of 12 students)
-This includes every event, entrance fees and transportation is provided by Laidlaw --Transportation Bus Company.
-Field trips will include Pre-K and School-Age Students
IN HOUSE EVENTS
Tue, July 8th Moon bounce
Fri, July11th Olympic Day
Mon. July 14th Reptiles on Wheels
Wed, July 30th Sports-n- Stuff
Thur, Aug 7th Mc Donald lunch
Mon, Aug 18th Water Works
-Each student’s cost will be $58.00 (We need a minimum of 35 students)
-Camp events will include Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K and School-Age Students

**If a field trip or camp event is on a day when your child does not attend Next Level Development, you may either make arrangements with the office to add an extra day or accompany him/her as a chaperone.

June Events

16th- Desserts with Dad
18th- Bring in your favorite Book
20th- Summer BBQ ------YEAH
23rd-SUMMER CAMP BEGINS
Wear your sunglasses
24th- Picnic Day
25th- Ice Cream Social
26th- Bring your bike to school
27th- PJ day
30th- Wear RED, WHITE,& BLUE

Artist of the Week

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

TEACH program

Please join me in congratulating
Ms. Tanya
Ms. Lisa
Ms. Tiffany M
Ms. Tiffany J
Ms. Ruth
On completing their Spring Session in the
TEACH program!
They all did exceptionally well!
We are proud they are teaching our future!