Xplor of Corinth May 2026 Newsletter
A Note from Our Principal,
We released 3,000 Ladybugs; it was great. The children enjoyed our beautiful creepy crawlers. The earth would struggle without them.
Priority Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year
What are your fall plans??? to secure your child’s spot for the upcoming school year, please make sure you have paid fall registration. The registration fee is $125.00 per child.
Register for School-Age Summer Camp!
Summer Camp registration is currently underway. We hope that your family will be joining us! Please visit our https://www.xplorpreschool.com/preschools/dallas/corinth/ webpage to learn more. There is a $45.00 Registration fee for current families to hold their spots. Please pick up form off the blue table in the hallway at the front school-age entry way and complete and return with $45.00.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th-8th
Let us celebrate our teacher’s hard work, kindness, and dedication to our children. During this week, you are welcome to provide goodies to your child’s teachers. We also have a teacher’s favorite book at the front desk, if you would like to participate.
Teacher Professional Development Day (Friday, May 22, 2026)
We will be closed due to Teacher Training.
Memorial Day
Xplor will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance
Kindly,
Marilyn Inghram-Williams M.S.Ed.
Toys from home and Stuff Animal
Please encourage our littles to keep home toys home so that they can enjoy school toys. Also, please encourage the littles to bring small stuff animals that can fix in their cubbies.
Illness Policy
Our parents are vital partners in helping us to maintain a safe and healthy environment for the students in our school. The most important thing you can do to assist us in creating a healthy environment is to keep your child home if they are ill. This reduces the spread of illness and allows your child to fully recuperate. Children may not attend school until they have been symptom free for 24 hours if they display any of the following:
Thank you in advance
Parent Referral
Refer a family and after the new family is with us for 90 days, you will receive and free week of tuition.
Naptime Gear
Please make sure to take home all naptime gear at the end of your week. Please make your child have a complete change of clothing in the cubbies.
Hours of Operation
Please remember our hours of operation 6:30 am-6:30 pm. Please be sure to drop off and pick up your child(ren) between the above hours. Late pick-up fees are $1.00 per minute
Outside Food
Please No outside food due to high food allergies.
Important Dates:
5/6/2026 Mix & Match Day …wear what you want
5/29/2026 Pre-Kindergarten Graduation…Drive by (7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
5/15/2026 PJ Day… wear your favorite
5/19/2026 Bike Day … bring your bike (preschool and school age)
5/22/2026 Xplor Closed Professional Development Day
5/25/2026 Xplor Closed Memorial Day Observation
5/30/2026 Take home month end folder
Education Article
What Parenting Style is Best? The 4 Parenting Styles Explained
If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing this right?” you’re not alone. Parenting can feel complex, and many families use a mix of approaches without even realizing it. To help make sense of this, experts often group parenting into four main styles: authoritarian, permissive, uninvolved, and authoritative. Understanding these styles can help you see what’s working, what might need a tweak, and how your approach affects your child’s growth and physical and emotional safety over time.
Let’s get a better understanding of each style.
Authoritarian Parenting: Strict and Rule-FocusedThis parenting style leans on rules and obedience, with little room for discussion.
You might hear phrases like “Because I said so” or see a strong focus on doing things “the right way” without much flexibility. Mistakes may be met with quick correction instead of conversation.
Children in this environment may follow directions well, but they can also feel pressure to be “perfect.” Over time, this pressure can lead to anxiety, fear of making mistakes, or difficulty speaking up. Without opportunities to openly express and process emotions, children may also have difficulty developing strong emotional regulation skills.
In the classroom, they may hesitate to try new things or become upset when things don’t go as planned.
While structure is important, young children need space to explore, ask questions, and learn through trial and error.
Permissive Parenting: Loving but Loose on LimitsPermissive parenting is full of warmth and affection, but with minimal rules or boundaries.This can look like letting things slide to avoid conflict, giving in after a child protests, or allowing children to take the lead most of the time.
These children often feel loved and heard, which is a great strength. But without clear limits, they may have a harder time with self-control and developing healthy habits. They often decide when to go to bed or what they want to eat.
In group settings like preschool, they may struggle with routines, sharing, or transitions simply because they’re not used to consistent expectations.
Children do best when love and limits go hand in hand. Boundaries help them understand what’s expected and give them a sense of security.
Uninvolved Parenting: Limited EngagementIn this parenting style, caregivers may be less involved, whether due to stress, time, or other challenges.
In everyday life, this might look like limited communication, inconsistent routines, and little emotional connection. This may be unintentional, but it is serious, as it can lead to neglect.
Children whose parents follow this style may seek extra attention or appear withdrawn. They often demonstrate high resilience or self-sufficiency, but these have developed through necessity. Over time, they may struggle with confidence, forming strong relationships, and academic challenges.
In a preschool setting, a child experiencing uninvolved parenting may seem withdrawn, overly quiet, or unsure of how to engage with peers and adults. They may also seek frequent attention and reassurance from teachers.
Authoritative Parenting: Warm, Clear, and BalancedThis style is often seen as the “sweet spot.” It blends clear rules with warmth and understanding.
Here, parents set boundaries while still acknowledging their child’s feelings: “I know you’re upset, but it’s time to clean up before dinner.” They explain the “why,” and listen while still maintaining their stance.
Children raised with this approach tend to feel safe and secure. They know what’s expected, and they trust that their feelings matter. Over time, this helps them build confidence, self-control, and strong social skills. In a preschool setting, they often adapt well to routines, try new things, and express their emotions in healthy ways.
Many educators recommend this balanced approach because it supports both independence and emotional growth, helping children build confidence while learning to follow rules and think for themselves.
A Balanced Approach
Successful parents adjust their approach based on different situations. For example, an authoritarian parent may become more permissive when their child isn’t feeling well. “Sure, you can watch more TV today since you need your rest.” A permissive parent may be firmer when safety is at stake, like requiring their child to hold their hand in a parking lot.
Children do best when they experience clear, consistent expectations alongside warm, responsive relationships. This helps them feel safe to explore, learn, and grow, while also supporting emotional regulation, social skills, and resilience over time. When caregivers prioritize a child’s physical and emotional safety, stay present and consistent, and grow alongside them, they help build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
School ConnectionsAt Chesterbrook Academy, we partner with families to support consistency between home and school and create nurturing classroom environments where children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn each day.
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