Early Childhood Center

09/04/2026

Today is the last day to sign up for our upcoming ECC family engagement family event.

We will have a fun time meeting new friends as we explore during our play date.

Check your ECC Newsletter for the event details and sign-up link!

08/27/2026

Hello ECC Families!

Only students with PURPLE TAGS on their backpacks ATTEND on Friday mornings from 8:15-10:45 A.M.

If you don't know your student's pick up/drop off times, please call Durham at 847-543-9244.

Students with WHITE TAGS on their backpacks DO NOT ATTEND on Fridays.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call our Early Childhood Center office at 847-543-6204.

08/24/2026

First day of ECC vibes! We can't wait for an awesome year with you all!

08/21/2026

We have been hard at work preparing for the start of a wonderful ECC 2026/2027 school year! Looking forward to seeing lots of smiling faces at our "Meet The Staff" today (Friday, 8/21/26)!

A.M. Session:
9:00-10:00 AM; Presentation at 9:30 AM

P.M. Session:
10:30-11:30 AM; Presentation at 10:30 AM

Please have your PHOTO IDs ready at the door! See you then!

05/11/2026

🎶✨ ECC Family Dance ✨🎶

We had so much fun at our annual ECC Family Dance on May 7, 2026! Families enjoyed spending time together, as well as interacting with one another. Students danced the night away with friends, while some took a little break from the excitement to enjoy the coloring table activities.

A huge thank you to our favorite DJ, Music That Moves, for keeping the music going and the dance floor full all night long! 🎵

05/05/2026

🦋✨ Our Annual Butterfly Release! ✨🦋

Students at our Early Childhood Center (ECC) have been busy learning all about the life cycle of the Painted Lady butterfly! Each classroom receives tiny larvae to care for, watching closely as they grow and eventually snuggle into their chrysalises.

That’s when the excitement really begins! 👀
Students eagerly observe each day, waiting for the magical moment when the butterflies emerge. Once they do, our students help care for them by providing nourishment and a safe space to grow strong.

Finally, the big day arrives… 🌸
Classes head outside to release the butterflies—celebrating growth, change, and the wonder of nature.

An unforgettable learning experience for our little learners! 💛

03/18/2026

03/18/2026

The ECC families visited the Fire Station in Grayslake on March 6th and March 13th. They learned about fire safety, explored the inside of both a fire truck and ambulance, and toured the fire house. They all received a fire hat and badge before they left. The Fire Station continues to be a fan favorite!

Thank you to the firefighters who hosted our ECC families!!

03/16/2026

Due to the hazardous road conditions, we are implementing an e-Learning day today, Monday, March 16, 2026.

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03/04/2026

Community is our theme for March. We invited Kids Dentist to visit. The students learned about dental care using a model of teeth and playing a game to identify good food choices for our teeth. They also saw pictures of the dentist office and had the opportunity to practice brushing. Before leaving everyone received a small "goody" bag that included a toothbrush. Thank you, Kids Dentist!