School of Imagination
Internal team update
Week of April 20–24, 2026
Dublin, CA
Weekly team update
A full week ahead. Let's make it count.
Staffing updates, goodbyes to two beloved team members, a new hello, and a week to keep showing up for our kiddos. Read through, then confirm below.
Confirmation due
Monday, April 20 · 5:00 pm
Team reflection
Positive self-esteem in the preschool classroom
This week's prompt is about the foundation we build every day:
"Kids with positive self-esteem feel confident and capable. They value themselves and their abilities. They're proud of the things they can do and want to try their best. When kids are confident and secure about who they are, they're more likely to have a growth mindset — they can motivate themselves to take on new challenges, cope with and learn from mistakes, and stand up for themselves and ask for help when they need it."
Read: Why Positive Self-Esteem Matters for Kids →
Discuss with your team or bring it to your Classroom Team Meeting.
Action required this week
Things that need your attention this week.
1
Preschool coverage — we need everyone leaning in
We are at a critical staffing level right now. We are actively working to fill open roles, and until we do, we are not able to approve additional time-off requests. We know that's not easy to hear, and we don't take it lightly. Every decision we're making right now is about keeping our classrooms safe, consistent, and focused on the children. Thank you for your flexibility and your commitment to the kids.
2
Classroom 7 — Friendship Club space
The Friendship Club takes place in Classroom 7 Monday–Thursday from 3–5 pm. Equipment, toys, games, and furniture are not to be removed from the classroom. Please do not add extra items to Classroom 7. Thank you for keeping it beautiful for our friends.
3
Review the updated afternoon coverage schedule
We've made adjustments to LB and TFC coverage this week. Review the updated schedule →
Reminders & FYI
Ongoing operational reminders.
Printer & cardstock: When printing on cardstock, please remove it from the tray when you're done. Cardstock left behind causes unnecessary waste.
Friendship Club meeting location: The team Friendship Club meeting will now meet in Classroom 7 on Thursdays at 2:00 pm.
Goodbyes: Mr. Charles' last day is Wednesday, April 22. Ms. Miranda's last day is Friday, April 24. Thank you both for your hard work, dedication, and care for our team, children, and families. We wish you all the best. 🤍
Welcome, Jonathan! We have a new RBT joining Monday, April 20. Jonathan will be working as a Clinical RBT — please give him a warm SOI welcome!
Aye OOO Apr 24 – May 5: For insurance-related questions during her absence, please reach out to Megan.
Important dates
This week at a glance.
Kitchen duty
Sprouts
Playground duty
Baby Belugas
Wed Apr 22
Mr. Charles' Last Day
Fri Apr 24
Ms. Miranda's Last Day
Fri Apr 24 – Tue May 5
Aye OOO
Insurance questions → Megan
Planned outs & schedule notes
Who's out this week.
MonKate (8–10 am), Miranda, Shannon
TueShannon, Megan (in at 9 am), Jen (10:30 am–12:30 pm), Denise (from 2 pm)
WedHeidy, Shannon, Rebecca (from 1 pm)
ThuHeidy, Jen, Shannon
FriHeidy, Jen, Aye
Celebrations & milestones
Cheering you on.
🎂 Happy Belated Birthday Ms. Denise — Apr 19
Recognition spotlight
Celebrating our team.
Ms. Shannon
Thank you SO much Shannon for being there to support us and our LR friend during OT this week. We couldn't have done it without you and your help was much appreciated!
— Ms. Shruti
Ms. Rebecca
Thank you for all of your help in the classrooms this week! We so appreciate your help!
— Leadership
Ms. Marian
Thank you for holding down the Sprouts team while Christy has been out. Your steady leadership and willingness to step in have made a real difference for the team and the kiddos. We appreciate you.
— Charlene
Preschool Team
Thank you for making Week of the Young Child so special for our kiddos! Your creativity, energy, and care turned the week into something they'll carry with them. The joy you bring to your work is felt every single day. 🤍
— Charlene
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