Dear CSA Families,

As we enter the Christmas season, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the importance of childhood and the traditions that make these early years so meaningful.  Here, at CSA, we celebrate childhood and the importance of traditions.

Childhood is a time of wonder, imagination, and emotional growth. The experiences children have now, especially the simple and joyful ones, often become the memories and values they carry with them throughout their lives. Traditions play an important role in this process. Seasonal celebrations such as Christmas provide comfort, structure, and a sense of belonging in an ever-changing world.

For children, familiar rituals, songs, stories, decorations, and time spent together help create feelings of safety and connection. These traditions support their understanding of who they are, where they come from, and that they are part of something enduring. The Christmas season also offers meaningful opportunities to nurture values such as generosity, gratitude, hope, and community.

Most importantly, these moments extend well beyond the holiday itself. The memories formed during childhood often become sources of comfort and joy later in life. By sharing traditions with our children, we offer them a lasting gift, a sense of continuity, warmth, and belonging.

As we prepare for the holiday break, I encourage you to enjoy these special moments together in whatever way is most meaningful for your family. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting not only your child’s learning, but also their sense of wonder and joy.

Wishing you and your family a peaceful and joyful Christmas and a happy holiday season.

In partnership with you,

Stephanie Winters