February- Black History Month - 100th day of School (2/3)
- 101 day of school (2/4) 101 spots! - Friendship Exchange (2/6) (no parties) - February Break (2/9-2/16) - Mini Mardi Gras Parade (2/17) - Dental Health Presentation (2/18) - Black History Month Dress Up Week (2/23-2/27)
- Super Kids Day-Champions of Change(2/27)- Parent Volunteers Needed *Dates & Events Subject to Change Next Month- March - S.T.E.M under the Stars (3/11) (math and science night) - Spring Break (3/16-3/23) - Farm Animal Petting Zoo at ECC (3/25) |
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| Building Big Kid Skills!
We’re halfway through the school year, and that means one exciting thing — it’s almost time for Kindergarten! In Pre-K, your child has been practicing an important “big kid” skill: following simple routines. In kindergarten, those routines grow a little bigger! Children will begin to follow multi-step directions and move through daily routines more independently.
The good news? You can help at home — and make it fun! Play the Routine Game! Turn everyday moments into a game by practicing a simple routine, such as: Clean up toys → wash hands → eat a snack. Talk through each step and let your child try it with just a little help. Cheer them on as they go!
What other routines can your child practice? Getting dressed? Snack time? Bedtime? Get creative, keep it playful, and most of all — have fun learning together! |
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February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Parents, help protect your child’s smile!
Follow the tips below to protect your child’s teeth from cavities. Young children want to brush their own teeth, but they need your help. Until your child is about 7 or 8, you should brush their teeth and help them floss.
3-5 Years Old The cleaning and care that you start now will lead to lifelong habits that help your child keep a healthy mouth.
Brush your child’s teeth with a soft toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste twice a day. Make sure your child spits out the toothpaste after brushing. Do not have your child rinse with water. The fluoride that stays in your child’s mouth is good for their teeth. Floss your child’s teeth. Ask dental office staff to help! For more information, visit the Texas Health and Human Services website. |
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February 2-6 is National Counselor's Week and we wanted to celebrate our favorite counselor Mrs. Karen Vargas! This is Mrs. Vargas's 13th year in education. She began her career as a high school science teacher and track coach in Aldine ISD, where she taught for six years. She then took three years off to stay home with her children. When she returned to work, she joined Humble ISD as a high school counselor and have since had the opportunity to serve in several different counseling and support roles. This is her seventh year in counseling and her second year as a District Student Support Counselor and ECC Campus Counselor. She grateful for every role she has had, as each one has helped shape the counselor and advocate she is today. When asked what motivates her to do her best every day, she shared "My students and families motivate me every day. Even when things are busy, knowing that I get to serve and support children and families is incredibly rewarding. I love collaborating with campus teams to help change the trajectory of a child’s life and build the life skills they need to be successful in whatever they choose to pursue".
We are so thankful to have her here at the Early Childhood Center! Thank you Mrs. Vargas! |
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February Information Updates |
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We can hardly believe that we have been in school for 100 days! On February 2nd, we will celebrate this big occasion with activities and fun focused around the number 100! |
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Our preschoolers are paws-itively excited to celebrate the 101st Day of School—Dalmatian style! With spots, smiles, and lots of learning fun, our little pups will show off how far they’ve come as we count, create, and celebrate 101 days of growing smarter together. Get ready for a day that’s simply spot-tacular! 🐾🎉 |
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On Friday, February 6 (instead of a party) classes will participate in a friendship exchange! Friendship cards, treats, or acts of kindness are welcomed. Students will engage in fun activities that remind us that being a good friend is the sweetest gift of all. |
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February Break
February 9-16, 2026 We welcome students back Tuesday, February 17! |
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Let the good times roll at our Mini Mardi Gras Parade! Students will learn about the meaning of Mardi Gras, create their own colorful masks, and march in a joyful parade filled with music, movement, and fun. It’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and preschool pride! 🎭🎉 |
| Dental Health Presentation |
Get ready to smile big! We’re welcoming special guests to our campus to help our little learners discover fun and healthy habits for caring for their teeth. With friendly faces, hands-on tips, and lots of sparkle, it’s a day all about bright smiles and healthy grins! 🦷✨ |
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| Black History Month- Dress Up Celebration
Get ready for a week of color, creativity, and celebration! Join us for Dress-Up Week as we honor Black History Month—each day brings a new theme inspired by amazing leaders, culture, and stories that shaped our world. Let’s learn, celebrate, and shine together! Monday- I have a Dream: Wear PJ's Tuesday- United We Stand: Wear black, red, yellow, and green
Wednesday-Shine Bright for Acceptance: Wear neon/bright colors Thursday- Throwback Thursday: Wear 80's/90's gear Friday- Super Kids Day, Champions of Change: Wear Workout gear |
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Super Kids Day: Champions of Change We need YOU to help make Super Kids Day unforgettable! Join us at the Early Childhood Center as our little champions celebrate fitness and fun, inspired by Champions of Change: African American Athletes in History—your energy and smiles will help our students run, jump, and shine like true heroes!
We are looking for your help to run stations! We have different times throughout the day that you can help assist! Please check out the link below to signup! Super Kids Day Volunteer |
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Hi ECC Families! In January, students who joined me for Social Skills Small Groups had fun building skills in:
- Using different parts of our bodies (eyes, ears, hands, feet, mouth/voice) to be respectful and kind - Being respectful and kind in different places (home, classroom, playground) In February, we will be practicing: - Self-confidence - Managing strong emotions
As a reminder, Social Skills Small Groups are open to all ECC students! If you have not yet done so and would like to ensure your student can participate, please fill out the Humble ISD Counseling Consent Form. Thank you! Ms. Nina |
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After drawing a self-portrait, students brainstormed ways they can be respectful and kind with different parts of their bodies! |
Email: nina.datz@humbleisd.net Phone: 281-641-7899 |
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Breakfast and Lunch Menus:
1. Go to schoolcafe.com/humbleisd 2. Click view menu as guest 3. Click select Early Childhood Center- Pre K (There will be only one menu option for Pre K students) If your child is going to purchase lunch at school, please login/create your SchoolCafe account to deposit money in your child’s account, set purchase restrictions, view purchases, get low balance alerts, and view menus.
Humble ISD Child Nutrition Services is accepting Free and Reduced Meals applications for the 2025-2026 school year. A form must be filled out for each child in your family. The Early Childhood Center is a universal free breakfast site. Lunch Schedule Amador- 11:00 Vega- 11:05 White & Sneed- 11:05
Norton-11:10 - Bellah- 11:10
Rojas-11:15 Pechal-11:20 Wells- 11:25 Salomonsson- 11:30 Cowman- 11:35 Domin- 11:35 Dorsett- 11:35
Lunch Visitors: If you want to eat lunch with your child, please bring your ID and check in at the front office. We have a visitor table set up in the cafeteria where you and your child may eat lunch together. If a grandparent, family member, or family friend is planning to eat lunch with your child, please make sure they are listed as an emergency contact for your child in HAC. For safety reasons, visitors who are not listed as an emergency contact will not be allowed to eat with your child.
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We Want and Need Your Child At School! We know that it is holiday season and flu season...but if your student is not ill, please send them to school (We miss them)! When your student is not at school they are missing very important and valuable foundational skills that will carry them ALL the way to high school.
We recognize that unforeseen circumstances may arise, such as illness, family emergencies, or transportation issues. However, we kindly request your assistance in ensuring your children arrive at school on time daily. Even a single missed day can have a noticeable impact on their learning progress.
If your child is unable to attend school, please communicate with the school promptly. This helps us prevent potential truancy issues and allows us to support your child's education effectively. You may notify us by emailing your child's teacher, calling the front office, submitting the Early Childhood Center Online Absence Form, sending a note or medical documentation in your child's backpack upon their return, or emailing Jennifer Lopez at jennifer.lopez@humbleisd.net. When notifying us, please include your child's first and last name, student ID, teacher’s name, date(s) of absence, and the reason for the absence.
If you have any questions regarding our attendance policies, please do not hesitate to contact Jennifer Lopez or Mrs. Price, principal of the Early Childhood Center.
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Attention Parents: Arrival: We open the doors at 7:30! We have breakfast available for students until 8:05 (then our cafe starts preparing for lunch time). So please have your students here before the tardy bell 😃
Dismissal: Car Rider is moving quite quickly! The Car Rider line has been ending on average by 3:30 everyday. We begin our car rider dismissal at 3:05 each afternoon, this allows plenty of time for parents to make it for pick up at other campuses. Please make plans to pick up your babies from the ECC first then the older kids. After 3:30, your students will need to be checked out in the front office; and I don't want you to have to get out of your car. Thank you for your consideration.
Dismissal Changes: All changes of dismissal must be shared with your student's teacher and or the front office, as soon as you are aware of the change. Due to safety, we will only accept changes from a parent. |
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| Volunteering at the ECC!
Volunteering at the ECC is so fun! If you are interested in volunteering your time with students or maybe you would like to take things home and cut and organize...we would love your assistance! Here is the January Sign Up Genius
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