DISCOVERY CENTER GAZETTE
July 2025
This Month at The Discovery Center
We’ve officially kicked off summer, and the fun is already in full swing! With the sunshine guiding our days, our school-age friends have joined us for summer camp adventures, bringing even more excitement to our campus. From walking field trips to nature scavenger hunts, and water play to popsicle parties, there's no shortage of memorable moments. As we move into July and August, we’ll be adding special summer-themed curriculum and activities designed to make the most of the beautiful weather and support our boys and girls in building confidence, strengthening friendships, and developing critical thinking through playful learning.
Your child's specific activities for the month are posted outside the classroom door, as well as shared via Brightwheel messaging.
We’ve officially kicked off summer, and the fun is already in full swing! With the sunshine guiding our days, our school-age friends have joined us for summer camp adventures, bringing even more excitement to our campus. From walking field trips to nature scavenger hunts, and water play to popsicle parties, there's no shortage of memorable moments. As we move into July and August, we’ll be adding special summer-themed curriculum and activities designed to make the most of the beautiful weather and support our boys and girls in building confidence, strengthening friendships, and developing critical thinking through playful learning.
Your child's specific activities for the month are posted outside the classroom door, as well as shared via Brightwheel messaging.
Literacy Corner
Running now through August 31, the King County Library System invites readers to explore, learn, and celebrate curiosity! Sign up through Beanstack, then stop by your local branch to grab a free Curious Creatures Welcome Kit—complete with an activity log, fun surprises, and a Red Robin "Burgers for Books" coupon (while supplies last!). Complete your log to earn cool prizes like a Seattle Storm ticket certificate, water bottle, tote bag, or stadium bag starting July 1. Don’t miss the special events happening all summer long—pick up your kit and start your reading adventure today! 📖🦎✨
#CuriousCreatures #SummerReading2024 #KCLSReads
July Holiday Closures and Observances
Holiday Closures and Observances:
TDC will be closed, Friday, 07/04 in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen Monday, 07/07 at 8am.
TDC will be closed, Friday, 07/04 in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen Monday, 07/07 at 8am.
July Birthdays
07/03 Luna
07/16 Ocean
07/28 Fara
07/02 Ms. Rita
Reminders and Updates
New - As our outdoor activities are increasing, we kindly ask you to send a beach towel for your child to keep at school.
Reminder - Not sure what to do with siblings when school is out this summer? TDC is offering school-age camps for grades K-3! Enrollment is limited to 10 campers, so please message via Brightwheel if you are interested in your child attending.
Reminder - Please make sure your child arrives to school no later than 10am. This allows for him/her to participate in morning routines, as well as core literacy and math morning activities, establishing the "flow" for their entire day. In addition, changes to daily staffing needs are made at this time, and exceptions cannot be made regarding teacher:student ratios. Parents MUST sign their child in and out each day utilizing the Brightwheel app.
Reminder - TDC operational hours are 8am-6pm, Monday through Friday (5:30pm - infants). A $15 fee will be assessed for any child picked up after 6pm, with additional fees after 6:15pm.
Reminder - Please check your child's cubby to ensure there are two *full sets of clothes that are size and season appropriate. Any miscellaneous clothing should be taken home.
*Full set includes: pants, shirts, underwear and socks.
Reminder - Not sure what to do with siblings when school is out this summer? TDC is offering school-age camps for grades K-3! Enrollment is limited to 10 campers, so please message via Brightwheel if you are interested in your child attending.
Reminder - Please make sure your child arrives to school no later than 10am. This allows for him/her to participate in morning routines, as well as core literacy and math morning activities, establishing the "flow" for their entire day. In addition, changes to daily staffing needs are made at this time, and exceptions cannot be made regarding teacher:student ratios. Parents MUST sign their child in and out each day utilizing the Brightwheel app.
Reminder - TDC operational hours are 8am-6pm, Monday through Friday (5:30pm - infants). A $15 fee will be assessed for any child picked up after 6pm, with additional fees after 6:15pm.
Reminder - Please check your child's cubby to ensure there are two *full sets of clothes that are size and season appropriate. Any miscellaneous clothing should be taken home.
*Full set includes: pants, shirts, underwear and socks.
