Happy Graduation to our kindergarteners!
Way to Grow is so proud to celebrate and encourage all our students who are starting school this week.
At the end of August, we gathered for our Early Learner Celebration with all of our families and children heading to kindergarten. The event was a wonderful moment to honor the hard work of our parents, caregivers, Family Educators, and of course—our scholars! Alongside Way to Grow’s CEO Carolyn Smallwood, each child bravely walked across the Mall of America® stage to receive their diploma.
After the ceremony, we shared a delicious lunch together, complete with mac and cheese, sliders, cookies, and lemonade. Crayola® provided crayons and coloring sheets for our families, and each family received an exclusive MOA coupon book. Thanks to the generosity of the Ciresi Walburn Foundation, our scholars had the chance to hand-pick a selection of brand new books for their home library, including favorites like The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster, The Sour Grape, and beloved classics like Pete the Cat.
Nichole, Way to Grow’s Manager of Education, shares: “Our Early Learning celebration is a reflection of our commitment to our youngest learners. We’re celebrating the work our families have done to lay the foundation for long-term reading success.”
This celebration highlighted the dedication of Way to Grow families, preschool teachers, and our Family Educators in preparing our children for a bright future. We are so proud of our students and excited for all the great things ahead! To our brand-new kindergarteners: you got this!
