“Little learners discovering big traditions.”
Our Events
Scripps Exploring Academy proudly celebrates all cultures and holidays. We help children learn about the world through meaningful books, creative art, engaging lessons, and hands-on activities that foster curiosity, respect, and understanding.
Holi
Scripps Exploring Academy joyfully celebrated Holi with our students and families. Holi, known as the Festival of Colors, celebrates love, renewal, and the triumph of good over evil. Families came together to enjoy vibrant colors, shared experiences, and meaningful moments that highlighted the beauty of cultural traditions. Children and families also explored new flavors as special treats were offered, making the celebration a fun and engaging way to learn, connect, and celebrate together.
Trunk or Treat
Our Trunk or Treat event was a joyful October celebration that brought families together for an evening of fun and connection. Families participated by decorating their trunks, donating treats, and mingling with one another as children trick-or-treated from car to car in their festive costumes. The parking lot was filled with warmth, laughter, and smiles, with teachers also joining in by decorating trunks and passing out goodies. On the upper field, each classroom showcased a pumpkin for our pumpkin contest, and families enjoyed voting for their favorite creation. To make the night even more special, children visited our pumpkin patch and took home a small pumpkin to celebrate the season.
Halloween Parade
To celebrate Halloween, we enjoyed our annual Halloween Parade with our students and families. Parents joined us as we walked around the building together, all dressed in festive Halloween costumes. Our neighboring offices helped make the day extra special by participating and handing out goodies to each child, creating a fun, community-centered celebration filled with smiles, excitement, and Halloween cheer.
Dia de los Muertos
At Scripps Exploring Academy, we celebrated Día de los Muertos with our families by creating a beautiful ofrenda together. Día de los Muertos is a traditional Mexican celebration that honors loved ones who have passed away. Families create ofrendas with photos, flowers, and meaningful items to remember and celebrate the lives of those who came before us.
This holiday teaches children that remembering loved ones can be joyful, loving, and full of tradition. Sharing Día de los Muertos with our community helps children learn about respect, cultural traditions, and the importance of honoring family and heritage. Celebrating together allows our families to connect, learn from one another, and embrace the beauty of diversity within our school community.
Multicultural Expo
Our Multicultural Art Expo was a joyful evening that showcased artwork from every classroom—including our infants. Families visited our school and explored the many ways different countries and cultures celebrate holidays in December. Our soccer field was transformed with student art displays, music, and treats, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere. During the evening, Santa Claus made a special visit with a beautiful photo display for families to enjoy. Each child received a candy cane, and families went home with a holiday book from our Family Lounge, along with holiday cookies to end the night on a sweet note.