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Summer Activities in Tyler Texas

May 17th, 2010

Well another school year has come and gone! It’s a time of year anticipated by students and teachers alike, (although most students don’t realize that we teachers look forward to it as much as they do)! Maybe it’s better to keep them in the dark on that account. The arrival of summer can be a mixed blessing for many parents however. While most of them look forward to spending more time with the kids, keeping them busy during the summer months can be a source of concern. With this in mind I thought I’d offer a few random suggestions for vacation activities to look into this season.

Dave Fowler is a personal trainer and fitness guru extraordinaire. As the summer heats up and East Texans take to the water, Dave offers swimming instructions to anyone interested in becoming a stronger swimmer. His usual “classroom” is the pool at Tyler Tennis and Swim from the hours of eight am to noon, but he gladly works with clients based their own availability. He has even held adult classes as late as nine o’clock at night. Dave has also been known to make house calls for those who prefer the comfort and privacy of their own pools. For those looking for a cool activity or just another outlet for exercise Coach Fowler offers a terrific opportunity. Dave can be reached by calling (903)520-9646.

Many area churches offer summer activities for Tyler youngsters including Vacation Bible School programs. Christ Church in Tyler is offer a program entitled “The High Seas Expedition.” The theme is “Explore the Mighty love of God!” The children hear Bible stories, participate in small group learning, paint, and do various crafts which teach Biblical lessons. The VBS runs from July fifth, through the ninth. For more information contact Christ Episcopal Church at (903)597-9854, or see their website at www.christchurchtyler.org/SerengetiTrek.htm.

For parents with school age children and busy summer schedules, Tyler Christian Preschool offers a summer daycare term. The children spend their summer days on field trips, doing arts and crafts, and learning about faith and family. This school is a wonderful, environment with caring teachers where school age students will learn and grow throughout the summer months. The children will have a tremendous time there! I can speak from personal experience as my son loves this school! For more information see their website at www.tylercp.com. Readers can also look for the title “Tyler Christian Preschool,” elsewhere on this site.

For those parents interested in more of a family “Stay-cation” experience, there is always the more traditional route. As a sports fan, taking my little guy to his first Texas Rangers game, ranked up there with his first communion. Although the drive to Arlington seemed longer than I remembered the experience was well worth the effort. Making the journey to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is also an exciting way to stay cool, but if parents are in the market for something closer to home, consider Splash Kingdom in Canton. The lower prices and closer proximity to Tyler may be a worthy trade off for a smaller park. (For more info on Splash Kingdom, see the recent article on this site entitled “Splash Kingdom Water Park gets you fun in the sun.”) Also visit their website at www.splashkingdomwaterpark.com.

There are certainly many more options for summer activities, but these are a few of my favs. Check back with tylertxdirectory.com for more options as they unfold this season.

Tyler Christian Preschool

April 14th, 2010

714 Shelley Drive
Tyler, TX 75701-9440
Phone: (903) 534-9987

Well it is now after midnight, and I’m only now sitting down to do something I’ve intended to do for some time.  It’s been about four months since I last published anything on the directory, but in that time it has been my intention to write about a tremendous local business that is having a lasting positive influence on area families.

As a single dad I know the guilt that many parents feel about dropping off their children at daycare before going to work. As the only bread winner in my house however, child care is for me, a necessary evil. After making the tough decision to place my son in someone else’s care during the day, my dilemma became one of determining the most suitable people with whom to leave him. Of course I wanted a safe secure location, with room out doors to play, and a caring and patient staff, who were well trained and accustomed to dealing all kinds of children, (in our case, a very active and energetic two year old boy). Perhaps most important to me was that he be in place where the teachers cultivate my son’s developing faith. In Tyler Christian Preschool, I found a daycare / preschool that offers all of these things.

After an admittedly shaky start due to facility and personnel issues, TCP has grown into an excellent Tyler institution. Its purpose is to provide a Christian environment where children from the ages of six weeks to five years can grow and develop. The building has undergone a series of updates and repairs and now offers a great space where the kids can play, learn and rest.

TCP’s curriculum is “Christian based.” It incorporates Bible stories, songs and gospel lessons. The teachers are terrific and do their very best to add to the children’s sense of safety, security and familiarity. Perhaps most important is the fact that the teachers genuinely care about their students and have the children’s best interest at heart.

Tyler Christian Preschool offers fulltime care for children ranging in ages from six weeks to six years. Part time after school care is available for students six to thirteen years old. During the summer months, full time care is also available for students six to thirteen years old. This includes activities and field trips.

While starting a new school can be a difficult transition in a child’s life, (and a parent’s for that matter); it doesn’t have to be traumatic. After a short period of transition (about a week or so), my son has come to love his school. Anytime we happen to pass Tyler Christian Preschool, he proudly shouts “that’s MY school!” to anyone in earshot.

I heartily recommend checking out Tyler Christian Preschool. They are located at 714 Shelley Dr. in Tyler, and can be reached via telephone at (903) 534 9987. Also see their website at www.tylercp.com.