Wanamaker Early Learning Center

The Bunnies listened to a story as they added magnets to a cookie sheet to illustrate the story. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

☕ A huge thank you to everyone who joined Superintendent Dr. Chase Huotari at Milk & Honey Coffeehouse for our latest Coffee Chat! 💬 Dr. Huotari enjoyed answering your questions and connecting with our amazing FTCSC Flashes Community! Couldn’t make it this time? Don’t worry—we have more coffee chats coming up at Milk & Honey Coffeehouse! 📅 November 12 📅 January 27 📅 April 14 ⏰ All sessions begin at 9:00 AM We kindly ask that you RSVP and share the topics or questions you’d like Dr. Huotari to cover. Let’s keep the conversation going - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVnq5TjQ8OQhvwu5A7ja11JI0p3Cvso-juHHBsTdE3VqtYzA/viewform A special thank you to Milk & Honey Coffeehouse for graciously hosting our Superintendent's Coffee Chat. If you have not visited yet, we encourage you to enjoy this gem in beautiful downtown Wanamaker! #IgnitingPurpose #WeAreFlashes

It's National Teddy Bear Day so Teddy had to make an appearance at WELC! #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

September Waterford Superheroes! #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

We have received word that WELC has been nominated for The Best Things Indy- Community Choice Awards again. We've been in the Top 3 the last few years. Voting for this year is September 8th-22nd. You can vote once per day. If you love WELC, vote for us! https://yourchoiceawards.com/indianapolis/ #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

🌊✨ Dive “under the sea” with us! ✨🌊
Franklin Central Theatre proudly presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid! 🐚🎶
Join Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, and all your favorite characters as they bring this magical story to life on stage.
Buy tickets at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=292472
#WeAreFlashes
#IgnitingPurpose

🌟 Franklin Central Wall of Fame – Class of 2026 Nominations Open! 🌟

We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the next class to be enshrined in the Franklin Central Wall of Fame! The Class of 2026 will be honored at the Induction Ceremony Dinner & Gala on February 21, 2026, at the Biltwell Event Center. 🎉

FTCSC Flashes Community—we need your help in three ways:

1️⃣ Nominate a candidate who has made an outstanding impact on our schools, community, or students. Submit your nomination here 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgyUKphw3jHwKJ0OQ_bCnMA2h9042B8VIqWtnRburHtunX3g/viewform
(Deadline: September 30 at midnight)

2️⃣ Save the date! Join us for the celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Ticket information coming soon!

3️⃣ Spread the word! Please share this post and encourage others to nominate and celebrate with us.

For the last 134 years—from the first recorded commencement in 1891 to today—Franklin Township has thrived because of the amazing people who call it home. Let’s celebrate those who continue to make a difference! 💙

#IgnitingPurpose #WeAreFlashes #FCWallOfFame

Story time is back! Ms. April, from the library, visited us yesterday to read us stories and sing songs with us. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

🌊✨ Dive “under the sea” with us! ✨🌊
Franklin Central Theatre proudly presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid! 🐚🎶
Join Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, and all your favorite characters as they bring this magical story to life on stage.
Buy tickets at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=292472
#WeAreFlashes
#IgnitingPurpose

Emmett the Emu brought more giggles in Ducklings. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

Stop by Milk and Honey Coffeehouse and join Dr. Huotari for a casual conversation about all things FTCSC!
Whether you have questions to ask or just want to listen in, everyone is welcome.
Multiple dates are available throughout the year.
RSVPs are encouraged but not required—we’d love to see you there!
#WeAreFlashes #IgnitingPurpose

This week we're learning all about our feelings. The sparrows made some feeling faces with their playdoh. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

Mark your calendars! Picture Day is coming! Lifetouch will be at WELC on September 18 & 19. Watch for details on your child's picture day in their classroom newsletter. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

The Blue Jays played in a water sensory table with bubbles and scoops. They were having so much fun! #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

As we celebrate the dedication of workers in our community and across the country, please note that FTCSC schools will be closed on Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day. #WeAreFlashes #IgnitingPurpose

The Blue Jays had to use their sense of touch to figure out the attributes of the object inside a box. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

Fanny Frog sent a special delivery this week! The students have been talking about their senses and Fanny sent a letter about her favorite scent. Students smelled a cotton ball of the scent Fanny loves and are writing her back during teacher tables. #WeAreFlashes #HomeOfTheTrailblazers #FutureFlashes #ProudToBeAFlash

We are in need of paper rolls from toilet paper or paper towels for an upcoming activity with our new curriculum. If you have some, you may drop off at our Front Office. These are needed by September 12th. Thank you!