Happy New Year to everyone! Welcome back Waterfall and welcome to our new student! To start the week off on a hopeful note, we took a brisk walk to the shrine to play in the snow, give thanks, and make wishes for a wonderful 2026! 

As we wrap up this unit on feelings, Waterfall students get to experience many feelings in this weather. They took time to watch the flurries fall with excitement and welcome the New Year’s snowflakes with joy and eager hands. They are learning that everything is not always as it seems and that their feelings can change! Some students found the snow to be as thrilling as they hoped it would be, while others found it to be cold. Regardless of their feelings on snow, each student braved the storm with confidence and happiness!

Next, Waterfall students prepared for the upcoming Setsubun by painting a few vibrant colors on monsters. Then students stuck on some eyes, eyebrows and a moustache! After a little more cutting and coloring their monster surprises will be ready!

Everyone is happy to be back among friends and sharing the joy, crafts and fun with each other again! Enjoy the weekend!