During September, the children get to know each other and the school. The 4 year olds start October off with a field trip to the pumpkin/apple farm. The Nursery School Open House gives parents a chance to take a peek into a day at Nursery School through a digital slide presentation. Science activities abound in October and November for all children as they see what is inside an apple and pumpkin, observe squirrels gathering acorns for winter, and watch the leaves change color and fall. November and December is time for sharing and caring as the children bring in baby food to share with those less fortunate via a food bank and celebrate Thanksgiving with a "sharing" fruit salad. January and February bring units on space, the day/night sky, bears and, of course, Valentines. As springtime approaches, the children are busy creating masterpieces in anticipation of the art show and reception. Each child's artwork is on display for the month of April. Spring also brings our Mother's Day celebrations. The children make gifts, bake goodies for the celebration and practice our special Mother's Day songs. At the end of May, the entire Westminster Nursery School family (including moms, dads and siblings) marches in the Memorial Day parade. Before we know it, June has arrived and the school year is over!