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VPK 2018-2019 Yearbook

By Parks PlaceJacksonville, Florida

Special Thanks to Our Families, Faculties, Volunteers, Sponsors.

2018-2019 VPK Yearbook

June 5, 2019

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Academic & Athletic Summer Camp

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements, Jacksonville, Florida

Academic & Athletic Summer Camp
June 3, 2019 – August 9, 2019
8:00AM – 3:00PM
Extended Care available for an additional fee.

May 12, 2019

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January Happenings at Parks’ Place 2019

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements, Jacksonville, Florida, Monthly Happenings

December was an exciting time for our babies! We had a great time learning about the Christmas Season and the many different ways to celebrate the season. The infants enjoyed painting Christmas trees, making our handprints into a wreath and we had loads of fun on the floor playing during tummy time.

January 17, 2019

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10 Things to Do Before Your Child Turns 5

By Parks PlaceFun, Kids, Kindergarten, Parental ResourcesNo Comments

UNLIKE OTHER TO-DO LISTS, THIS ONE WILL BE FUN TO GET THROUGH. 1. Grow a flower. Guess the color it will turn out to be. Measure its progress. 2. Watch fireworks. Fire? In the sky? That makes beautiful shapes in pretty colors?! Before you’re old enough to understand the science of the thing, a fireworks display can seem like a miracle. & more…

January 12, 2019

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It’s Time to Give Thanks

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

A list of Thanksgiving themed books for you and your little ones.

November 9, 2018

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November Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Infants to Threes and VPK!

November 7, 2018

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Literacy Pumpkin Contest

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

Join in the fun at the Literacy Pumpkin Contest

Pumpkins are Due by Friday, October 26, 2018

Decorate an artificial pumpkin to match your favorite book. Children will vote to choose their favorite pumpkin in their class. Class winners will display their pumpkins in the Lending Library. Other children will have their pumpkins displayed in the classroom.

October 18, 2018

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Top 10 Halloween Games for Kids

By Parks PlaceFamily, Fun, Parental Resources

Many kids love Halloween for the costumes, parties and of course candy. However, Halloween doesn’t need to be so focused on the candy. Introducing your child to new Halloween games is a great way to develop their imagination, playful spirit and bring more memories to the holiday.

October 14, 2018

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Parks’ Place Library Free for Parks Place Families

By Parks PlaceParental ResourcesNo Comments

Parks Place is proud to have books and literature available for our families to check out and discover the fun of reading. We have a wide array of books to enjoy with your little one. The process is really easy to do. Simply sign in the sign in sheet and check out the book. Parks’ Place uses the honor system for families to bring back the books.

October 1, 2018

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Toilet Mastery – How do I teach my child?

By Parks PlaceParental Resources, Toddlers

Toilet Mastery – How do I teach my child?

Age 2 is a good time to start

Watch for readiness signs:

Child stays dry for as long as 2-3 hours.
Child seems to understand the general idea and is able to let you know when he or she has the urge to urinate or have a BM.
Child is interested in learning.
Child can manage clothing and potty chair.

September 10, 2018

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Park’s Place VPK Uniform & Dress Code

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements, Jacksonville, FloridaNo Comments

Get information on Park’s Place Uniforms and where you can purchase your child’s uniforms.

July 15, 2018

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July Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Infants to VPK and Summer Camp!

July 10, 2018

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Seven Habits of Happy Kids

By Parks PlaceParental Resources, Toddlers

Sean Covey’s book, Seven Habits of Happy Kids is a great way to introduce your little one to good life principals while guiding them to make good decisions and lead happy lives.

July 1, 2018

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June Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Infants to VPK and Summer Camp!

June 12, 2018

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Free Kindergarten Readiness Packet

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

Download a free Kindergarten Readiness Packet created by Heather Cartwright.

It contains a lot of very valuable information including:

Language & Reading Requirements
Book & Reading List Recommendations
Important Skills
Picture Identification
The Alphabet
Name Writing
Rhyming Words
Sight Words
Math
Writing Practice
Counting
Right & Left
Colors
and more

Download a interactive guide Kindergarten Readiness Packet and have fun teaching and playing with your child to learn the important skills needed to be prepared for kindergarten.

June 4, 2018

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May Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Ones and Twos to Threes and VPKs!

May 14, 2018

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Tips for Picking a Daycares in Argyle, Jacksonville.

April Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Ones and Twos to Threes and VPKs!

April 4, 2018

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MyProcare at Parks Place for Online Payment

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

Parks’ Place Daycare and Learning Center is pleased to offer MyProcare, a free online portal for you to access account information and easily pay tuition. MyProcare is safe, secure and created with your convenience in mind.

March 26, 2018

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March Happenings at Parks’ Place 2018

By Parks PlaceGeneral Announcements

See the latest information, news and announcements from Parks’ Place from Ones and Twos to Threes and VPKs as we celebrate the coming of a new season!

March 12, 2018

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