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The Youngest D62 Students Celebrate Kindness!

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Early Learning Center

The Westerhold Early Learning Center celebrated a wonderful Kindness Night on Thursday, February 12.

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It was an evening filled with kindness-themed activities for families to enjoy together.

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Two children, a boy and a girl, are sitting on a wooden bench in front of a colorful backdrop featuring a "Plant Rocks" sign, flowers, and string lights.
Two women, one wearing a white sweater with heart patterns and the other wearing a bright pink outfit, stand together in front of a storefront decorated with heart-shaped balloons.

Students had a blast making their own headbands and friendship bracelets, posing for pictures at a photo booth and decorating a "kindness tree" with paper hearts.

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Many children also loved participating in a scavenger hunt to win a special prize!

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A huge part of the night’s success was a result of the many WELC staff members who were there to help. They supported every activity and made sure the event ran smoothly for everyone.

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One of the highlights was a music and movement session, in which Infant Toddler Specialist Ms. Irene Tripkos led the children in fun dances and read them two stories about Valentine’s Day and kindness.

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“It was a great time," said Tripkos. "Children and their families had a chance to socialize with each other and the staff."

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To make the night even more special, the Des Plaines Public Library joined the festivities and gave a free book to every child to take home!

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