Children’s Program

Welcome to our Program Overview for Nursery, Children’s Classes, and the Pre-Junior Youth!

Here you'll find everything you need to know about class locations, daily schedules, pick-up instructions, afternoon sessions, and important guidelines to help ensure a safe, joyful, and spiritually enriching experience for all children.

Here you’ll find the information you need to stay informed and prepared throughout the day.

This year, our 4-year-olds will be part of a co-op nursery, run by parent volunteers. We invite you to sign up for a time slot using the link below. If you have age-appropriate toys, crafts, or activities to share, please feel free to bring them along to enrich the experience for the children.

Nursery Co-op

Important Note for All Parents

  • If your child is experiencing difficulty in class, you must be available to pick them up promptly.

  • Please keep your phone on silent, not turned off, during all sessions so we can reach you if needed.

Your cooperation helps us ensure a safe and supportive environment for all children. Thank you!

Class Locations and Teachers

0 - 4 NURSERY CO-OP

TBD

Green Room B

5 - 6 YEAR OLDS

Afsaneh Dean & Taraneh Cocco

Gold Room A

7 - 8 YEAR OLDS

Sara Stearns & Rachael Ruha-Hernandez

Gold Room B

9 - 10 YEAR OLDS

Farah Khorsandian & Farah Eshetu

Blue Room

11 YEAR OLDS (Pre-JY)

Marzieh & Jalil Thurber

Green Room A

Daily Schedule & Pick Up Instructions

Morning Session: 9:00AM - 12:00 PM

The morning session begins at 9:00 AM.

  • All children will be dismissed to their teachers after devotions in the main auditorium.

  • The session ends promptly at 12:00 PM. Please do not be late.

  • Adult classes will end in time for child pick-up.

Pick-up location: Gold Room.

Afternoon Session: 2:00PM - 4:20 PM

The afternoon is a relaxed time for children to play and unwind.

  • Please bring a bathing suit and towel for your child.

  • A light blanket or jacket/sweater is recommended, as rooms can be chilly after water play.

  • The session ends promptly at 4:20 PM. Please do not be late.

Pick-up location: Gold Room.

Pre - JY (11 Year Old)

This year, we are offering a dedicated Pre-Junior Youth program exclusively for 11-year-olds, recognizing the unique stage of maturity they are entering. As they begin the transition from childhood to early adolescence, this program provides a space that meets their evolving spiritual, emotional, and social needs.

Afternoon Sessions

What to Bring and What to Leave at Home

Our afternoon sessions offer a wide variety of exciting options for the children. To help your child be prepared and comfortable, please review the following list:

Please bring:

  • Bathing suit

  • Towel

  • Blanket/Light jacket or sweater (classrooms can get chilly)

  • Outdoor play equipment (e.g., football, soccer ball, frisbee)

Please leave at home:

  • Video game devices

  • Cell phones should be kept away during all class times. While we understand the importance of staying in touch, we appreciate your support in minimizing distractions.

Thank you for helping us create a fun and focused environment for everyone!

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— Centers of Baha’i Learning

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