The second month of the year means fun February preschool newsletter ideas! Although this is a short month, there is still much opportunity to provide a compelling, informative newsletter.
If you need fresh email newsletter ideas, look no further. Take advantage of this list of exciting holidays and events and send your parents something delightful that will keep them engaged and excited for more. Keep in mind that there are a number of days throughout the year, some religious and some simply just significant, that are ripe for celebration. If you need ideas for the end of the school year, check out our end of year letter to parents blog!
Use a blend of inspiring ideas and tools for this blog to inspire you and use the preschool February newsletter sample list below for great ideas!
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Valentine’s Day
In February, Valentine’s Day arrives, and love is in the air. The celebration of love is honored on February 14th. But don’t forget about all the love and support your parents have given you throughout the year!
A fun way to grab the attention of parents is by featuring their children in your February newsletter for preschool with hearts and fun Valentine’s Day quotes – so cute! And there are countless other February newsletter ideas you can use to celebrate the spirit of love.
Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the impact of significant Black figures throughout history. The experience of the Black community will be embraced, and people will be able to celebrate in their culture. In your February preschool newsletter this month you could provide a list of Black nonprofits and educational resources to help support the Black community. We have printables, lesson plans, and an opportunity to link to Black business owners in your local area.
Etsy can be a go-to source for getting inspiration from and celebrating the Black creators to highlight in your preschool February newsletter sample.
National Library Lover’s Month
Daycares love libraries! This month, showcase just how much libraries mean to your daycare and your students. In your Feb newsletter, you can highlight storytime or the list of books you’ll be reading in class for the month.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, falls on February 1st and is the most important holiday celebrated by the Chinese. This year the festival falls on February 5th, beginning the year of the Dragon. The festivities continue into mid-February when it ends with Lantern Festival, in Chinese Xiang Qi Jie.
Wish everyone a joyful celebration by decorating your February preschool newsletter design with the vibrant colors of the Chinese New Year!
World Read Aloud Day
On February 3rd World Read Aloud Day is celebrated as a fun social media holiday. For your February preschool newsletter, have your students share a story or poem that they’re proud of and provide a recording of a student reading it aloud to the parents.
President’s Day
We can’t forget about President’s Day, which is always celebrated on Mondays toward the end of February. For your February preschool newsletter, share interesting facts and tidbits about US presidents through history to parents on your newsletter. Also offer some special activities families can do at home to help learn more about presidential history.
National Bake for Family Fun Month
This fun event is all about getting families into their kitchens and baking for other families and your daycare staff. For your February preschool newsletter, you can announce an event for every family to bake their favorite treat and have the students share them amongst each other. In honor of National Bake for Family Fun Month, you could also share with parents in your newsletter delicious healthy recipes they can make as a family at home!
With Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year, and President’s Day coming up in February, you have plenty of content ideas. Use a combination of authority and personality to craft compelling and interesting content.
Newsletter Design Tips
Generally, the best newsletter is a simple newsletter. Having said that, you want it to have compelling content that will engage parents, including educational resources parents can incorporate at home. Here are a few preschool newsletter tips to keep in mind.
Choosing the Right Template
Free, editable templates provide a firm foundation for a compelling preschool newsletter. After downloading your desired template, take time to customize it to meet your preschool news, incorporating colors and images that match your school's branding or simply reflect the season you're in.
Engaging Content
A strong newsletter requires you to balance text and images with interactive elements. Consider parent surveys and polls, along with quotes and testimonials from parents or from teachers.
Sample Newsletter Layout
While there is plenty of room for creativity within your preschool newsletter, sticking to a tried-and-true format can promote readability.
Header
For this top section of your preschool newsletter, include the school logo, the newsletter title, and the date (or simply the month).
Main Sections
For the body text, include upcoming events and important dates, school announcements, and student/staff spotlights.
Footer
For the concluding section, add content such as your contact information, social media links, and additional resources.
Tips for Effective Parent Communications
Clear and consistent communication is one of the best ways to keep parents engaged and satisfied with your school. Consider a few strategies.
Regular Updates
Make sure you stay on track with consistent monthly updates. And, be sure your newsletter content is easily accessible, not just via email but on the school app. You might even print some paper copies and have them available on-site.
Feedback and Engagement
Encourage parents to interact with your content, providing feedback via forms, quizzes, and surveys. Highlight any feedback that you end up using within the newsletter itself.
Looking for Newsletter Ideas for More Months?
Check out these free monthly newsletter guides to find ideas that will work for the rest of the year! These preschool themes by month are also available for inspiration on preschool classroom themes.
FAQs
What should be included in a preschool newsletter?
Generally speaking, you'll want to include school announcements, upcoming events, classroom highlights, and enrichment activities for parents to try at home.
How often should we send out newsletters to parents?
Different schools have different needs, but generally one newsletter per month seems sensible.
What are some engaging activities for Valentine’s Day in preschool?
Preschoolers can enjoy Valentine's Day by creating handmade cards with colorful markers and stickers, or by engaging in a fun storytelling session about friendship and kindness. These activities not only foster creativity but also teach valuable social skills in a playful environment.
How can we celebrate Black History Month with preschoolers?
Preschoolers may celebrate Black History Month by reading diverse books featuring notable figures, engaging in simple crafts that highlight important contributions, or singing songs that celebrate unity and equality.
What are some design tips for creating a preschool newsletter?
Make sure your layout is simple and easily readable, using plenty of white space, section headings, and bullet points as appropriate.
How can we make our newsletters more interactive?
Quizzes, surveys, and feedback forms are all good ways to encourage parental interaction.
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