Clubs and Activities at Woodbridge Center

Posted November 23, 2011

There are many clubs and activities for children to enjoy at the Open Door Woodbridge Center. Clubs like “Green Einsteins” allow children to explore science in a fun way and activities at the “Construction Zone” are opening childrens’ imaginations daily.

Open Door Annual Service Awards Dinner – November 11, 2011

Posted November 23, 2011

Honoring the people who make up Open Door is part of our fabric, and nuturing one another ensures the culture of nuturing the children entrusted to our care. We look forward to this celebratory gathering! In celebrating our mission to provide service to working families, staff laughed, caught up with people from other centers, and even other counties. The fabric of the Open Door organization is strengthened by strong relationships, across levels, honoring service.

Attendees:

Joyce Angelini
Robyn Benjamin
Sandy Birkmeyer
Rosa Birnbaum
Sara Boardwine
Daffany Brewton
Donna Brulinski
Darlene Brulinski
Leslie Cain
Cindy Campbell
Annalisa Cook
Patricia Coy
Nancy Dalesio
Samantha Edwards
Stefanie Feldmann
Erica Foote
Marcell Foxwell
Denise Garces
Justin Garrow
Jason Grant
Latrice Harris
Candy Holmes
Angelia Hooten
Doris Johnson
Michelle Johnson
Kathryn Kilmon
Kanet Koontz
Wanda Lee
Catherin Melvin
Sharon Moxey
Jeanne Murphy
Karen O’Keefe
Carrie Patrick
Annette Petterson
Pamela Queen
Dorrie Reid
Karen Rohde
Karen Schmidt
Theresa Spiegel
Marilyn Steele
Berna Taylor
charlene Trageser
Towanna Tutt
Cheryl Wardl

Tuition Reimbursement

Posted November 3, 2011

Congratulations to the following staff who received tuition reimbursement from Open Door for the 2011 Spring Semester.

Samantha Edwards works at the Seven Oaks center in Baltimore County and received $500.
Jason Grant works at the Piney Orchard center in Anne Arundel County and received $500.

Arts & Crafts Training a Big HIT!

Posted May 20, 2011

It’s no surprise that the recent arts and crafts training held at the main office had such a large sign-up that a waiting list had to be started.   Ms. Nancy Dalesio is widely known in the company as being the “TOPS” in this field!  She had a spectacular display of affordable arts and crafts, and “Make and Take” stations that were geared toward all levels of developmental growth.  A good time was had by ALL.    Thank you Ms. Nancy!

Don’t delay in signing up for her next classes on June 25, where her first class will be “Multicultural Activities” and the second class will be “Planning Fall Crafts”.

Artistic Talent at Gunpowder Elementary

Posted March 15, 2011

Grace Morris, a 5th grader at Gunpowder Elementary School showed her artistic talent in Open Door recently by creating this picture of a deer from

 ”Bendaroos”.

Bonus Opportunity for New Teachers

Posted September 2, 2010

For all staff who complete and submit their paperwork to the main office within 2 weeks of hire will receive a $100 bonus. 

All staff hired from September 7 forward will have 2 weeks from the date of going over their new hire packet to complete and submit paperwork in order to receive the bonus.

Outdoor Play is Healthy for Children

Posted September 19, 2008

Outdoor Play is healthy for children after spending six and a half hours in a classroom. Structuring that play so children learn teamwork and conflict resolution skills is a key component of Open Door. Having a teacher directly involved with each group activity, prohibiting Dodge Ball and like games, encouraging team spirit, and being referee are important roles for staff when children are involved in active play!

See article – The Recess Regimen by Bill Turque