Friendship Starts Here
Nurturing Hearts & Healthy Habits: Empowering Social, Emotional, and Physical Health for Your ChildFebruary is International Friendship Month
At Celebree School, we are passionate about nurturing meaningful connections and friendships, especially during International Friendship Month. We believe in growing people big and small, and that begins with teaching children the value of kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Building strong friendships from an early age helps children develop social skills, expand their emotional intelligence, and foster a sense of belonging. Friendship is not just about making connections—it’s about creating a foundation for collaboration, understanding, and lifelong relationship.
Nurturing the Whole Child: The Holistic Approach to Wellness at Celebree School
Celebree School is launching a wellness campaign this February and March to highlight the importance of holistic child well-being for parents and caregivers across America—an essential focus of our daily early childhood education programs. February is International Friendship Month and March is National Nutrition Month. Check out our blog to learn:
- How our curriculum focuses on building positive relationships.
- How we promote physical health and wellness in our schools.
- The importance of a child’s holistic wellness for academic success.
Social Media Giveaway
To celebrate International Friendship Month we’re giving away a special Friendship Bundle filled with books and toys that encourage kindness, inclusion, and teamwork!
One lucky winner will receive:
- A Friendship Yarn by Lisa Moser
- Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen
- The Friend Ship (12-Piece Pull Toy Ship Set)
- Friends and Neighbors: The Helping Game
- PLUS $100 Visa Gift Card – Plan the ultimate playdate with your child’s best buddies!
Attend Our Webinar
Holistic Childhood Wellness: Integrating Friendship and Physical Wellness for a Strong Foundation
Join us for an insightful webinar, “Holistic Childhood Wellness: Integrating Friendship and Physical Wellness for a Strong Foundation,” featuring Dr. Kristen Riley, Associate Professor at Rutgers University. With a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and a specialization in health psychology, Dr. Riley will explore the powerful connection between physical health and emotional well-being in early childhood.
Discover how movement, play, and social connections shape a child’s overall wellness, fostering resilience, confidence, and lifelong healthy habits. Parents, educators, and caregivers will gain practical strategies to support children in building strong friendships while promoting physical activity for a balanced and thriving future. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert in childhood development!
Take the Friendship Pledge
Download the pdf to the right and print out your very own friendship pledge with your child this February!
Take a moment to discuss the importance of making friends, being kind, and standing up to bullying with your child. Together we can build a generation of children who value empathy, celebrate diversity, and create inclusive communities where everyone feels safe and supported.
Join the Movement: Post a picture on social media with your child and their signed pledge with the hashtag #FriendshipStartsHere
For every post with the hashtag #FriendshipStartsHere, we will donate $1 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities. *Up to $10,000 USD
Downloadable Friendship Adventure Packs
Below are four downloadable friendship adventure packs for you to print and do at home with your child during the month of February! These adventure packs are great resources to have open ended conversations with your child about the importance of friendship and show them how they can be a friend every day!
Support Friends Locally
Throughout February, Celebree School will be supporting local Ronald McDonald House Chapters by having our children make and donate friendship bracelets to children and families who the house supports. Give your local Ronald McDonald House Chapter a call and see how you can support them!
