Smarty Sponsor: Walkabout Tile

By Rachel H

I consider today's sponsor one of the Triad's best kept secrets. Walkabout Tile offers custom tile work for any room in your house. You may even choose to bring in a drawing or picture of your idea, and they can design it! Or if you need help in the creativity department, don't worry, the staff can create a custom design for you.

Owner Stacy Lavery is an absolute joy to work with, and she makes you feel right at home when walk through the front door. I could have spent hours looking at all the different types of tile in this store. There were so many pieces that were not just "tile", but actual pieces of art. Walkabout offers custom tile, glass tile, Jerusalem tile, pavers and more! They also have stock tiles that home improvement stores offer, but the custom and specialty tiles are what really puts Walkabout Tile in a class of its own.

As always, I think that testimonials are the best way for our readers to learn about a business. Diane and Tom recently used Walkabout Tile to design their new bathroom and had this to say ...
"I now have a WOW ensuite master bath thanks to Stacy, Brett and the entire Walkabout team. Every time I walk into the bath I tell myself, 'this cant be my home!' The transformation is unbelievable. I did not think my budget would allow me to fulfill my wish list, but after one consultation with Stacy she knew the 'feel' I wanted and helped achieve it with budget. It surpasses anything I could have imagined.

Throughout the project, I received guidance and creative suggestions from the team. I cannot say enough about the quality of the workmanship and care to detail. They were in and out when promised and on top of project management! Words cannot express how happy my husband and I are with our beautiful new spa bath. We have already recommended Walkabout Tile to neighbors who plan to renovate. We also plan to use them for our next home improvement project."

You can read other client testimonials here on the website, and can also take a peak at the gallery of photos here. I can promise you that will be ready to "jazz" up a space in your home with tile as soon as you browse their website.

Walkabout Tile is located at 1116 NC Highway 801 North Advance, NC 27006-6756. They serve all of the Triad area. Be sure to visit the website if you need more information, or call (336) 998-2135.

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Birthday Party Idea: Simply Sassy Kids Spa

By Guest blogger, Amy Takacs

Sugar and spice and everything nice, ribbons and curls because she's a girl. - Author Unknowned

Girls will be girls, won’t they? And they love all things pretty and sassy. When my oldest daughter, Natalie, turned 7 a few years back, she desperately wanted a girly spa party. I obliged by turning my house into a cute little spa for giggly little girls. I purchased all sorts of colorful nail polish, hair baubles, make-up, etc and set-up cute little stations at my house. This was a successful party, but a lot of work on my part. She still remembers the day of pampering fondly.

So, it didn’t surprise me this year when my youngest daughter, Claire, was getting ready to turn 7 and insisted on her own pampered shindig. Looking back on the hard work and exhaustion from Natalie’s party three year’s ago, I quickly remembered seeing the new Simply Sassy Kids Spa on Jonestown Road.


Simply Sassy Kids Spa is a day spa experience for girls, offering manicures, pedicures, makeovers and facial. Brightly decorated with tween-approved furniture and accessories, any girl feels special when stepping inside. Their Simply Sassy Birthday Party is every girls dream! They make sure the birthday girl and her friends are pampered from head to toe.


The Spa Sassy Birthday Package allows the little party-goers to enjoy makeup, a manicure, a pedicure and with the special flavor of your birthday month. Whether it be cotton candy or banana split, your fingers and toes will find it delicious! Or they can simply hang out in the party pad and chill with their friends! The party is filled with music, spa treatments, and cupcakes.


Or choose the Spa Tacular Birthday Party Package, which allows you to celebrate your special day while you and your girlfriends unwind in style! Start with a Mani For Me! Manicure and a "Toe" Tally Perfect Pedicure. Choose between a fruity facial or a Picture Perfect Up Do Style before you hang out in the party pad and enjoy birthday treats.


Want just one service or a different combination? Each girl at the party can purchase the spa services of her choice before hanging out in the party room. They supply all of the party goods after the girls get their spa treatments.

Simply Sassy also provides printable spa invitations and a song list for the birthday girl to pick out her favorite music to be played at her party. Adorable cupcakes and drinks are also included.

Simply Sassy Kids Spa is located at 163 Jonestown Road, Winston Salem, NC 27104-4616, Phone (336) 765-5772.


Guest blogger, Amy Takacs is a work-at-home-Mom to two daughters, Natalie (10) and Claire (7). When not caring for her daughters and 9-wk-old Golden Retriever puppy named Wilma, you can find her at her Macintosh designing brochures, magazines, ads and whatnot for her clients.

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Change is Good at the Children's Museum of Winston-Salem!

By Guest Blogger, Brandy Hall, Director of Development and Marketing

So the story goes ... The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem is CHANGING! We are very excited about the changes coming our way from new programs and exhibits to new hours and birthday themes.

This is going to be an exciting program year at the museum. The new Alphabet Passport program debuts on September 5th, brought to you by the letter “A.” This is a new, year long program with each week being sponsored by a letter with activities, story times, and more to support the letter. Participants will earn prizes for accumulating multiple letters. Be sure to ask about the program at the Welcome Desk and get your passport!

It is also an exciting time for our exhibits! The Build It! room is undergoing changes and updates with the help of great community partners. BB&T Lighthouse Projects funded repainting of the room and repair of Lego and light tables. (This group also did other things around the museum including building a shoe caddy for the climber in the lobby.) Another BB&T Lighthouse Project funded the Tegu blocks exhibition which will debut at the Museum in the fall. Time Warner Cable funded Imagination Playground blocks which will also debut in the fall.

The most exciting change you will see is the expansion of our Amazing Airways exhibit made possible by Brenner Children’s Hospital, part of Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Our new exhibit is almost four times larger than the original Circulate It! As kids insert objects, they learn to track the pathways of the powerful air and to divert the air to make the objects come out in certain ways. They jump, run and bounce to catch them high in the air, which also helps them develop their own good circulatory system in their body... and makes them healthy. Stop in late fall to see all these new components.

Do you need somewhere to have an awesome birthday party? We have fun new birthday theme packages. If your little one loves Fancy Nancy, Thomas the Train, Curious George, and of course, our very own Penny and Petey Penguin, we have just the birthday party for you. The museum offers different packages from do it all on your own to sit back and let us handle everything! All guests receive a full day of admission and one hour in the party room. If you would like more information, please call 723-9111 ext. 211.

And lastly, our hours are changing. The new hours are:
1st Monday of the month: Closed*
All other Mondays (members only): 9:00am – 12:00pm*
Tuesday – Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
*The museum will still be open to everyone on WSFCS holidays or workdays that fall on Monday.

We hope to see you soon, where you can come and step into a story!

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Smarty Alert: New Balance Sale!

By Rachel H

If you have not stopped by New Balance Winston-Salem recently, now is a great time to go! Right now you will find 30% off select kids' styles as well as plenty of other markdowns in the store! These discounts are for in-stock items only, so get there before the size you need is gone!

Happy Shoe Shopping!

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Smarty Party Idea: Soccer Tots

By Guest Blogger Laura Long

Each year, as parents, we worry about what are we going to do for this year’s birthday party, and when it’s in the middle of summer there are only so many pool parties one child can have. This year we wanted to do something different. I was searching on Triad Smarty Pants, and there it was under birthday ideas, “Soccer Tots Birthday Party”. Mercer, our daughter, had just finished Kiddie-Kickers at the YMCA and loved it. In fact, all she talked about was soccer and Toy Story 3. So, I made the call.

They were AMAZING!!! For starters, the facility is indoors, which was perfect because Mercer’s birthday is always on the hottest day of the year. You may choose the location from Winston-Salem Soccerplex, Proehlific Park and Greensboro Sportsplex. Our party was held at the Soccerplex, which had three different plans to choose from. The plan we choose included drinks, pizza, party room, cupcakes, and a Party Coach to go on the fields with the kids.

When we arrived, Andy, our party coach, took us back to the party field and room. The party area was in a separate part of the building, so we had it all to ourselves. The party room looked onto the field and had a large TV with DVD player. I was able to play Toy Story for the kids who didn’t want to play soccer. All we brought were the balloons, dinnerware, tablecloths, and goodie bags.

Once the kids arrived, the real fun began. Andy immediately had all the kids on the field ready to play. They first warmed up with exercises that included jumping jacks, stretching, and running in place. The games he had them play were very age appropriate. There were soccer balls for all the kids to play with and balloons, too.

They raced, shot the ball in the goal, played red light - green light, and parent play time. That’s right, we got to play, too. Mercer and the kids loved having us out there with them. The games segment with Andy lasted a little over an hour.
We then had time for pizza and cupcakes. I told the party coordinator that Mercer loved Toy Story, so when we opened the cupcakes the theme was Toy Story 3, and they were fabulous… Yum Yum Goods baked the yummy little treats and they were REALLY DELICIOUS…

In the end, the kids and adults stayed and played a little longer before heading home. Andy was wonderful and had everyone up and going, he got the kids to laugh, run, and play. They made sure we had everything we needed and checked on us several times during the party. They also offered all the parents the chance to bring their child back to try one of their soccer leagues, which start at learning the skills to playing on teams. It was a wonderful day. The true test of whether the party was good came at the end when I asked Mercer if she had fun. She did!!!! SUCCESS!
THANK YOU Soccer Tots…

For more info on planning a party, call Bryn Heinicke at 336-375-7728 or visit the website here.

And Smarties, don't forget to register for our September giveaway with Invitations Only. You could be one of FIVE lucky readers to win a $20 gift card. Just click here to take a short survey, and we'll announce the five winners after Noon on Friday, September 10. Good luck!

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Smarty Sponsor: ICON Custom Builders

By Rachel H

Word of mouth and testimonials seem to be the best way to learn about a business. I am sure you have seen their sign placed in yards throughout the Triad, but I wanted to give you a closer look at ICON Custom Builders today and emphasize that you cannot beat the client relationships that are fostered through this local business.

The first thing I want to share is a testimony from Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Merkel:

“Normally when a person considers the word “remodel”, he/she cringes with dread. Yet when my husband and I bought an older home in Winston-Salem, I had no qualms about renovating because I had decided whom to employ merely by monitoring the process on a house in our neighborhood. I vowed that if I ever had to renovate my living space, Icon Builders would do the work.

How did such blind faith transform into experiential success? One contractor with high ethics and an eye for perfection. Chuck Hicks, owner of Icon Builders, has a knowledgeable, conscientious, hard-working project manager and Chuck uses only reputable subcontractors. Crews were working consistently, day and night, and the politeness of everyone amazed me. Tasks were outlined for me and then performed as scheduled. If I changed my mind, Chuck was agreeably flexible. None of the suppliers for cabinets, bath hardware, flooring, or windows pressured me into expensive products. Every selection was geared toward my happiness and comfort level.

My husband and I are delighted with the results in our now “new” home. Within the time frame allotted, we have gone from shabby to chic, and have asked Chuck to be the contractor when we renovate our local townhouse. ”

ICON Builders can help you with almost any type of remodling, designing, building or renovating. Chuck Hicks and his team at ICON, specialize in transforming ordinary spaces into ones of beauty and functionality. You can see their passion and attention to detail in the photographs throughout this blog. According to one client, Larry Harrell, "Chuck has managed to provide the high quality work at a price which produces a very high value for the money you spend. Chuck is very professional in handling all of the business details arising from your contract. I found that my personal business interactions with Chuck led to a continuing friendship with a genuinely nice guy. All of Chuck’s employees and associates, arrived when they said they would, always cleaned up after themselves, were highly qualified for the tasks they were performing, and did so while being courteous, helpful, and cooperative."

Another client, Kathleen Kirk, was so impressed with the team at ICON, that she ended up joining their crew as a design consultant! Kathleen now works with clients to assist with selection in paint colors, granite, tile, lighting, and cabinets. Click here to read more about the ICON crew and their areas of specialty.



To see even more examples of projects by ICON Custom Builders, visit the website here. To Contact Chuck, call 336-306-9055 or email cbhicks@iconcustombuilders.com. If you have had the pleasure of working with ICON, please share your story below!

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Smarty Sponsor: The Beanstalk

By Amie Blanks, The Beanstalk

By far, the worst part of watching your little babies grow older is knowing that, at some point, you simply won’t be able to find clothes for them at consignment sales. Am I right? It’s enough to make any mom run into her room, slam the door and scream to your family that you are NEVER … COMING … OUT!

Well, like John Cusack holding up his boom box in “Say Anything,” The Beanstalk on Hawthorne Road is shouting about its sale specifically for children (child’s size 6 through juniors and young men’s). No longer will you have to push your way through aisles of strollers, high chairs and bouncy-springy-swingy seats and toys – only to be disappointed upon arrival at the clothing racks.

Sale dates are Friday, August 27, and Saturday, August 28 (perfect for back-to-school). Pre-Sale opens Thursday evening to Consignors and Volunteers.

I should know: as the mother of three rapidly growing girls, I’ve too often left my favorite sales feeling like my next stop should be the mall – where I’ll pay a lot more for a lot less.


Those same great deals you loved when they were babies and toddlers can now be found at The Beanstalk, 1315 S. Hawthorne Road. Winston-Salem, NC 27103. (Intersection of Hawthorne and Knollwood).

In addition to incredible deals on clothing, accessories and décor for big kids, tweens and teens, some exciting mompreneurs will be joining us at the sale. Be sure to say hello to Monkey Hooper, PB and J Photography and Litldesi9s.

So you know, consignors earn 70% of their items sold, must consign at least 15 items and pay a $10 fee for facility rental and advertising. Consigning Volunteers earn 75%. For more info and to register, please visit www.TheBeanStalkSale.com.


Register early as a Consignor or Volunteer and The Beanstalk will enter your name for the chance to win 100% Of your Items Sold or a 50% Off coupon for your purchases! Plus, for every person you refer, you’ll receive an additional entry into the contest.

Stop by The Beanstalk August 27th and 28th and, whether you come as a Consignor, Volunteer, Shopper or combination of all three, we’ll look forward to seeing you there!

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Shop 'Til You Drop at Evy's Gifts

By Rachel H

If you've got an itch to shop, now is the perfect time to drop by Evy's Gifts! Not only is everything in the store 20% off, but in addition, Evy's will feature one collection each week at 40% off! Sign up to be a Facebook Fan here by clicking "like" on the Evy's Gifts page, and you will receive a post each week stating the new 40% off category sale!

The best part of having Evy's as one of our Smarty Sponsors is that they have two convenient locations for all our shoppers in the Triad. One store is on Main Street in Kernersville, which is an easy drive from High Point, and only fifteen minutes from downtown Winston-Salem. Their second location is on Battleground Avenue in Greensboro, so it is a quick stop for all our Burlington and Greensboro friends.

I stopped in Evy's this past week and could not help but take advantage of the 20% off storewide sale. I bought a few gifts, as well as some items for myself! I also chose a handful of items to highlight on Triad Smarty Pants today. I thought these items were very unique and would be great gift items for so many women!


Shown above is just one style of the Two's Company Reusable bags sold at Evy's. These are only $7.50 regularly, which is already a great deal, but even better if you stop in during the 20% sale! I thought these were affordable enough to buy for yourself or as a small gift item for a friend.


Are these button rings not the cutest things you have ever seen? I snatched one of these up as part of a gift for a special teen. There were so many bright colors and designs from which to choose. These are made by Refashioned - Renewed, Recycled, Remade Vintage & Recycled Buttons. Are you ready for the best part? The regular price of one of these rings is only $4.50! Can you say, "Give me ten?" Earrings and bracelets are also available.


The plates shown above are just a small sample of the beautiful Maggie Weldon Collection. Maggie is a local potter who calls her collection "Lace Pottery." Photos do not do justice to her pieces. The design and color on each piece is gorgeous. I thought her pottery would be beautiful on the walls, as serving pieces, candle dishes, etc. Her prices vary, but are very affordable.



The photos above are bags that are handmade out of candy wrappers and newspapers. The brand name is Nahui Ollin, and I thought these were a perfect gift idea for the woman who already has it all! I bought one of these as a gift for a teen as well. They range in price from $25-$55, but again, you can save 20% on these right now!




Last, but not least, I spotted this jewelry under the counter at Evy's and thought it was all so much fun! The leather flower bracelets are made by Two's Company and retail for only $18.75. The silver bracelets not only make a bold statement, but most of the ones shown above are only $11.25. How fun would it be to throw one of these on to jazz up a summer sundress?

Keep your eyes open for more fabulous finds from our Smarty Sponsor, Evy's Gifts. Be sure to stop by soon to take advantage of the 20% off storewide sale! When you checkout, you will receive a fun reusable Evy's Gifts bag as well!

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Smarty Alert: Register to Win This Necklace!

By Rachel H

Smarty Sponsor, Jewelry XOX, has this trendy sterling silver necklace up for grabs for a TSP reader! The best part is that it is so easy to enter this contest! Simply visit the Jewelry XOX website at www.jewelryxox.com and enter your email address in the newsletter subscriber box in the lower left hand corner. You will not only be registered to win this necklace, but will receive newsletters from Jewelry XOX every so often that contain great discounts on their quality jewelry. It is already so reasonably priced, you can't pass up these sales!

Register now by signing up for Jewelry XOX'x newsletter and a random winner will be chosen on Wednesday, June 9th! Good luck!

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Smarty Sponsor: The Club at Oak Branch

By Guest Blogger, Karen H

It's that time of the year again...Schools out and Summer is in!!!! What will your family be doing to cool off? Hit the WATER! Kids love it at any age, whether it’s the sprinkler in your yard, your neighborhood swimming pool, or a trip to the lake or beach. As a parent, you want to be sure that in addition to your kids having a great time, they have the skills to be safe around water. Why not help give your child the life long skills for water safety with swim lessons? They don’t have to become the next Michael Phelps, but at a minimum you want to teach your child how to be safe when in or around water.

The best swim lessons for kids focus on giving your child positive learning experiences in the water. The Club at Oak Branch offers nurturing, positive and encouraging swim lessons for infants as young as three months through the teenage years! Whether you’re interested in learning proper form and technique or you’re looking for that extra edge for competitive swimming, This is the place for swim instruction! Plus, if you mention Triad Smarty Pants when you call, you'll get 10% off any Summer Camp or Swim Session!!!!


Swim lessons at The Club emphasize your child’s individual needs and skill level. They offer small class sizes and qualified experienced staff who encourage a whole life approach to swim lessons. Not only will your child learn proper form, your child will gain confidence, self-esteem and an inner sense of accomplishment as they learn new skills and progress through their lessons. They also encourage their swimmers to participate in new challenges beyond their lessons with events like our “Fun Swim Meet" and “Youth Triathlon”. These events emphasize personal best and the thrill of accomplishment in an enjoyable non-threatening environment. Kids love to learn that, yes - they can do it!

This is a great testimonial from a parent whose child took lessons at The Club:
"My son has taken swimming classes at The Club at Oak Branch for more than seven years. He started as a baby and now swims all four strokes very well at the swim team level. The Aquatics Director, Maria Gonzalez, is very approachable and always accommodating. She strives to be certain every student is completely satisfied with their swimming education and experience. The Club at Oak Branch has the nicest pool in Greensboro! My son loves the slides, basketball goal, underwater music, and Jacuzzi. I enjoy being able to watch him swim while I exercise upstairs. Most importantly, my son has always enjoyed his swimming classes at here. As a result, he has developed a love for swimming and genuinely looks forward to each class. Swimming is a wonderful life skill and The Club at Oak Branch is a great place for kids to learn to swim."

For parents who are looking for suggestions on helping their children enjoy water and become swimmers, the easiest way is to start from the beginning! As infants, make bath time a relaxed and fun time for your baby. Gently sprinkle water on your little one’s face, play games and sing songs to make bath time a pleasant experience. Get in the tub or shower with baby! Your infant will pick up on your cues that this is a safe, fun and welcoming environment, a warm and nurturing time to enjoy. Repetition of making bath time, and later on swim time, a fun positive place to be, encourages your child to enjoy the water.

As your child grows into toddlerhood, they realize that separation anxiety is a normal developmental stage for your child to go through. One of life’s great lessons for kids (and adults!) to learn, is that yes, it’s okay to be un-certain of new things, but if you just TRY, you learn you CAN do it, and WOW! The boost to self esteem and sense of independence your child achieves from that is huge! You can help them with this stage by maintaining a positive and encouraging attitude that they are going to have a great time and learn amazing things in their swim class, and they can show you all about it! Make bath and swim time a place for special toys (squirt toys, floating toys, balls, etc), give Spiderman or that special baby doll water time too! If your child is fearful, try to pinpoint what is their specific worry. Sometimes it’s as simple as a pair of goggles to protect eyes or a warm coverup for when class is over. You are your child’s best role model. Be patient, be encouraging, be positive. Remember it can be hard to learn new things, but what an adventure when you do!

In addition to The Club’s swim sessions, we also offer several Summer Camp options:

-Full Day Camp (for kids 5-12 yrs old) or a Half-Day Camp
option for 2 1/2 to 5 year olds.
-Weekly themed camps—pick your favorites-Pirates, Legos, Mad Scientists and more!
-We also offer Sports Specific Camps and Swim Camps!

All camp options include daily swim lessons!!! Your child is sure to love the summer time while at The Club at Oak Branch!

*Remember, mention Triad Smarty Pants when you call and get 10% off any Summer Camp or Swim Session!!!!

For more information please contact Maria Gonzalez or Karen Heist.
(336)851-1890 ext 1102
The Club at Oak Branch
Greensboro,NC kidsprograms@pyramids.org
www.pyramids.org

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New Balance Kids Shoe of Month

By Rachel H

In case you missed our blog about our Triad Smarty Pants/New Balance Kids Club, click here, to read about the great discounts available to TSP readers. We have a fabulous discount card that gives our TSP readers 15%-30% off children’s shoes AND adult shoes purchased at this Thruway Shopping Center location...

All you need to do is stop by the store and ask for your Triad Smarty Pants/New Balance Kids Club card. They will give you a card, and when you buy your first pair of shoes, you will not only receive 20% off, but will also receive a free three-pack of socks to go along with your purchase!

You may use your Kids Club card for ANY pair of kids’ or adult shoes. We will also feature a shoe on our website each month that might strike you as one that your kids might love! The shoe above is style KL525GG which is a great suede/mesh shoe, perfect for summer and ideal for both boys and girls. It is part of the New Balance Heritage collection. I bought a style similar to this for my daughter and she has worn them like crazy. They match with everything and are so durable!

Stop by 202 S. Stratford Road in Winston-Salem to purchase this shoe, or any of the other quality shoes available, and don't forget to use your TSP/NB card!

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Smarty Sponsor: Summit School

By Guest Blogger Katie L. Grubbs

“Can I go to school tomorrow?” was the question from my son. I responded that school wasn’t open on Saturdays and the doors would be locked. “Can’t we break in? I know my teacher wouldn’t mind!”

Junior Kindergarten at Summit School was a magical year for my son. It started with his one hour visit to determine his readiness and fit for the program. I didn’t know if he would separate well or pitch a fit. When my husband and I walked out of the room and he quietly stayed where he was, engaged in play with a teacher, I was amazed...

My son will tell you his favorite things about Junior Kindergarten were baking gingerbread men and making dinosaur pillows. (He also wanted me to note that he enjoyed playing in the block area and in the balcony but not as much as making gingerbread men.) My list is a bit different, though. I was impressed with how he learned to make friends. Many of his new friends weren’t even in his class…they were fellow Junior Kindergartners he’d met on the playground!
I still do not know if that was a culture the teachers created intentionally or not, but I was and remain grateful for it. He also created countless art treasures, dressed up and boarded the Mayflower, learned to write his letters and taught me about recycling and going green!

When we graduated to Kindergarten this year, I was as nervous as my son. However, I immediately
felt better when I realized that at Summit, Kindergarten is still Kindergarten! It is a developmentally appropriate environment where the academics are geared to each child’s ability. If a child is reading, they will be supported and encouraged. If they are not yet reading, that’s fine, too. No one panics. It’s very refreshing to know the teachers support and teach children on many levels of the academic spectrum and everyone is considered developmentally normal.

Also, the Dining Room for Young Children, where children in grades K – 2 eat lunch, rivals something you would see on Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution! Chef Susan Pfaff serves nutritionally balanced meals that satisfy all palates, while serving a few things every day that ensure everyone can find something to enjoy. To Chef Pfaff, courage is tasting the vegetable before making the face. The children do not have to love each dish they are served, but they are asked to try a “kindergarten bite” of it. To my surprise, my son now enjoys veggie dogs and Chinese dumplings!

Thus far, my son’s favorite things about Kindergarten are playing on the balcony and hanging out with his Big Friend, a fifth grader who is his mentor and buddy for the year. But don’t take his word for it. If your child is a rising Junior Kindergartner or a rising Kindergartner, please join us for our “Come Take A Peek” experience on Sunday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m. Children will have the opportunity to experience a condensed version of a typical day, including classroom activities, music, P.E., and storytelling time in the library. As a parent, you will have a chance to observe your child participating in the magic of Summit School! (Contact kmemory@summitmail.org to register for Come Take A Peek.)

Smarties, don't forget TODAY is the last day to register for this month's give-away with Whitebox Photography. Just be sure you are a Triad Smarty Pants newsletter subscriber, then click here to enter your name in the giveaway! We will choose a winner through Random.org on April 9, 2010 and will contact you that day!

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