What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Dance class with Ms. Lynn and field trips.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“I am still in touch with about 3 friends I met there and we are still very close.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“Varsity gymnast and varsity pole vaulter. Captain of Roseville gymnastics. Women of the year for a fraternity on campus.” Kallie Schlossmacher of Roseville, MNAge 20
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“When Ms. Lynn came in to teach us dance lessons and the bike parade.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“I do run into them everyone and a while.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“Vice president of the Darfur Awareness Now Group, captain of the lacrosse team and played high school soccer.” Sonnie Schlossmacher of RosevilleAge 18
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“My favorite memory of Children’s Discovery was all of the dance recitals I participated in and all of the trips to the Shoreview Community Center.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes, I keep in touch with Ryan Callahan, Max Green, Lauren Welch, Ryan Larson and Josh Klimek.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“Since I have graduated I have become successful in hockey, playing varsity as a freshman, also soccer, partial varsity, I also am now…
How old is your child now?“14, 18 & 20.” What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“I loved all the special traditions that Children’s Discovery had, holiday programs, Thanksgiving feast, Parent Appreciation Breakfast, Week of the Young Child & Kindergarten Graduation.” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“My children loved “the family” atmosphere that Children’s Discovery had, they loved their teachers and classmates.” What was the most special part about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“As parents we loved the fact that all 3 of our girls could be together. It was also very comforting that…
How old is your child now?“Currently a Sophomore at St. Olaf.” What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“Jill Finnegan’s Kindergarten class, Marge’s cookies, Miss Lynn’s dance classes, Kindergarten recital and graduation.” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“Miss Jill’s Kindergarten. Being person of the week. (Still have the framed poster from Jill Finnegan.)” What special accomplishments has your child achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?” 3-year letter winner in swimming, 3-year academic achievement awards, placement in accelerated & honor classes, continuous volunteering with multiple organizations, NHS board member.” Other comments you would…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“First day of Kindergarten we got homework and I though I was so cool because I got to be like the big kids; dress-up; dance; many more!” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes – Marissa Brandt.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“On executive board of National Honor Society, 3-yr letter winner in swimming, juvenile arthritis advocate, student of the month, 4-yr academic letter winner.” Kallie Biermaier of MaplewoodAge 18
How old is your child now?“High School Senior.” What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“The truly caring and dedicated staff offering a variety of activities and learning options for my child.” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“The teachers and the other children that she formed lasting relationships with.” What else would you like to share about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“I never had to worry about the care my child was receiving”What special accomplishments has your child achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?” 3-year letter winner in swimming, 3-year academic achievement awards,…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Miss Jill’s Kindergarten, Marge’s cookies, Miss Lynn’s dance classes and the train ride in Osceola.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“My best friend, Aubree, and I recently reconnected at our work. We and a couple of others work together at the WBYC.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“GS Gold Award, HS Nordic Ski Captain, President of the Student Council, HOBY Service Award, NHS, Figure Skater, Soccer and Lacrosse Referee, High School Varsity Lacrosse & Nordic…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Being superstar of the week in Jill Finnegan’s class — the beautiful poster she made for each individual kid is just one example of what a thoughtful and engaging teacher “Miss Jill” is. Dance lessons with “Miss Lynn” and dressing up for the recitals. At five years old, being able to dress up in a tutu and prance around the stage was about the best thing ever. And the videos are priceless. The Halloween parade in Kindergarten when I inexplicably decided not to wear my costume. For whatever reason, I…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“I really enjoyed all of the activities and games and toys we played with. I can’t pick one memory!” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes, I keep in touch with Bria Johnson.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“I graduated from high school in the Spring of 2010 and am now studying pre-pharmacy at Drake University in Des Moines.” What else do you remember that was special to you about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“I remember how…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“The milk that turned green on St. Patrick’s Day!” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes! Somewhat. I am friends with someone who now goes to a different school. Our families are actually friends.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“Nothing huge. I have become a dancer and now go to a performing arts school. I guess it started with Ms. Lynn’s ballet class!” What else do you remember that was special to you about attending Children’s…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“I loved all of the people that worked there. I went to Children’s Discovery from when I was a newborn until about the 5th grade. (Before/after school). Everyone there was/is so friendly. I went to the actual Kindergarten at Children’s Discovery in Little Canada. But going to the Vadnais Heights center for all my other years.I will always remember everyone, but I will always remember Marge. She was the cook and she was soooo friendly. I remember exactly sitting in her little office and eating treats every morning.” Do you…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Playing outside, in the gym, and taking the walk to the nearby park/playground.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes, I have kept in touch with friends from Children’s Discovery as classmates in High School.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“I have lettered in Academics and in volunteering, I have logged over 230 hours volunteering at United Hospital. I am nearing completion of my Eagle Scout Award. I play basketball, baseball and pole vault in track….
How old are your children now?“Currently in 12th and 10th grade and thriving.” What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“The comfort I felt every morning leaving my children in a safe, joyful and nurturing environment with teachers that cared about them.” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“Making friends and field trips.” What else would you like to share about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“I am thankful that Children’s Discovery was in my community and available to my family when my children were young.” Nancy Nelson of Little CanadaMother of Zach and Anna Nelson
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Since I can remember I have been passionate about music. There were several musical programs that I enjoyed and helped further my interest in the arts. The students at Children’s Discovery are exposed to a wide variety of subjects that will encourage both previous and new-found interests.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“I attended Elementary, Middle, and High school with many of my classmates and continue many of those relationships to date.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from…
What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“The programs – particularly the Thanksgiving program.” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“Making friends and the teachers.” What was the most special part about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“It was so much more than just “day care”. Both kids were much better prepared to “go to school”. Special thanks to Jill (teacher) and Marty (director) and the other teachers and assistants whose names I can’t remember. You were all great and had such a positive influence. Thank You All! Best to you all and wishes for continued success…
What was your favorite memory about being at Children’s Discovery Academy?“After nap time in Kindergarten we would get to do math with goldfish crackers and each we could eat the crackers after we were done. Maybe that is why I love math even today.” Do you still keep in touch with any friends you met at Children’s Discovery Academy?“Yes I do! I still have very close friends from Children’s Discovery.” What special accomplishments have you achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“Since graduating, I have made it to Nationals for tennis. I enjoy school, especially math, and I am currently…
What is your favorite memory of Children’s Discovery Academy?“Walking in each day and smelling the great smells of a good home cooked breakfast or lunch (from pancakes to goulash) it was all great food!” What did your child enjoy the most about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“My child most enjoyed going to the park nearby and having a snack/lunch there.” What was the most special part about attending Children’s Discovery Academy?“The most special part about attending Children’s Discovery was the great teachers.” What special accomplishments has your child achieved since graduating from Children’s Discovery Academy?“My son has achieved a lot of…