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Dear Parents,

Welcome to Calvary Chapel Preschool's Parent Resource Blog.  While we know the current situation is not ideal, we trust that our Savior has something beautiful hidden in all of this uncertainty.  My hope is that this will guide you in finding useful resources to encourage you throughout your day with your precious little one! 
                                                                               
        We're in this together, 
Miss Kat
                                                                                           
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