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Toddlers In Maplewood See Their Morning Announcements Go Viral
"He was so shy at first," said one commenter, of a pre-schooler's morning announcement at a Maplewood school. The post got 41K likes.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Over several months, the toddlers at Applecore Learning Early Childhood Center in Maplewood have gained a steady following on social media as they recite the "Morning Message" into the microphone. While one video earned 170,000 likes, TAPInto noted this week, previous recitations have also earned praise.
Among other things, the message has helped the students (age 2.5-5) overcome shyness.
"Awww, he was so shy at first. But that confidence showed up," wrote a commenter on March 10, after a little boy recited the message.
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Applecore noted, "Applecore strives for our students try their hardest in everything they do. This
message at the beginning of the day sets the tone for giving your best effort no matter what. We are so proud of our students!"
The message is, "Today is a new day at Applecore. I will do my best to be my best. I will listen so I will learn. I will show respect..."
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See the most recent message, from young Casey, here.
The day care/preschool also offers a summer camp. Find out more here.
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