By: Patty Briese and Rosana Acosta

The annual Menlo Children’s Center Preschool Graduation was held Thursday, June 15, with 20 children participating in the class of 2017. The graduates were busy all week rehearsing for their musical performance of “The World is a Rainbow” and “Dynamite Graduation.” Parents and Staff were also recognized for their work throughout the year. Each graduate was presented with a diploma and a beach time gift, accompanied by many cheers and tears on this celebratory occasion. The 60 parents, grandparents, siblings and friends in attendance enjoyed a beautiful day and had a wonderful picnic lunch provided by Menlo Children’s Center. We wish all the graduates and their families much success in the future. 

Belle Haven Child Development Center (CDC) had their annual Preschool Graduation Friday, June 23, at the Plaza in front of the Belle Haven CDC. This is the time of year where teachers and families come together to celebrate their great achievements and the joy of moving on to the next exciting chapter in their lives, kindergarten! Forty-nine graduates received their certificates and approximately 200 family members cheering them on. This year the children celebrated in style as they walked the red carpet just like in Hollywood. The children performed “Slippery Fish” (English and Spanish) and “We’re Moving Up to Kindergarten.” It is always hard to say goodbye and the teachers at Belle Haven CDC will surely miss the children but are grateful to have been part of their lives. Way to go Class of 2017!