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October 13, 2025

Get to Know Juliya Olmo – Vine & Branches Childcare Curriculm Coordinator

Hello families! My name is Juliya, and I’m so glad to be part of this wonderful school community. I’ve spent over 18 years caring for children through both work and volunteering, and I’m passionate about helping each child thrive in every area of life. I was born in Krasnyy Luch, Ukraine, in the Luhansk Oblast province. Some of my favorite
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September 26, 2025

Find a Grow Group at Vine & Branches

At Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare in Aldie, Virginia we are committed to the belief that Jesus fulfills our joy through making disciples who are rooted in Christ, growing together in His word, and showing Him to the world. This year, we have embraced these principles as our mission statement and are dedicated to embodying them in all
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September 12, 2025

Back 2 School

The school year has officially begun, and we are excited here at Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare in Aldie, Virginia. We are a Church and Childcare together in mission, united in Christ and as the Bible advocates in 1 Thessalonians 5:11, we support one another and build each other up. In the spirit of unity, we wanted to
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August 22, 2025

Summer Camp 2025 Highlights

As summer comes to a close, we are looking back fondly on all the memories we made this season during Summer Camp 2025 at Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare in Aldie, Virginia. From “Planting & Farming” to “Artistic Inspiration”, we had a fantastic time discovering and learning across all our themed weeks. “Lego to Summer Camp!” We started the
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August 8, 2025

Spotlight on Safety & Cleanliness

Spotlight on Safety & Cleanliness   As you consider a childcare center, safety and cleanliness should be top of mind. Here are 10 ways we keep things safe and clean at Vine & Branches Lutheran Church and Childcare in Aldie, Virginia:  Fenced-In Outdoor Spaces with Teacher Supervision  Our large playgrounds and outdoor areas are fully fenced for your child’s safety. Nature
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July 25, 2025

Get to Know Tiffany Paige -Vine & Branches Childcare Assistant Director

Tiffany Paige has been on staff at Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare in Aldie, Virginia since June of 2021 and has been integral in daily operations, helping ensure that Vine & Branches continues to thrive. She has been dedicated to early childhood education for over 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience across all age groups.   Since joining
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July 10, 2025

Top 10 Things to Consider When Choosing Childcare

Choosing childcare is an important decision. Here is my list of the top 10 things to consider when choosing a childcare center, principles I didn’t budge on when making the choice for my own family. Values That Align with Your Family Does the center support the spiritual, moral, or cultural values important to your family? If faith is central to your
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June 27, 2025

Summer is officially here!

*** Summer is officially here! ***   On June 20th, we celebrated the start of the season with a vibrant summer kick-off party, which also served as an Open House for our Childcare program. Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare families came together to provide tons of fun for our Aldie, Virginia community.   Our event featured a fantastic
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June 13, 2025

Teacher Highlight: Ms. Ruth

Teacher Highlight: Ms. Ruth Since our doors opened in 2018, Ms. Ruth has been a part of our Infant/Toddler team here at Vine & Branches Lutheran Church & Childcare in Aldie, VA. She cares for the children in our Sunday Nursery every week and will be celebrating 7 dedicated years in June. I was excited to sit down and chat
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May 30, 2025

Get to Know Chris Conkling

“Everyone has a story to tell. God continues to write us into His own.” Hello, my name is Chris. Most call me “Pastor Chris” (The little ones just call me “Pastor.”). As a Mid-westerner who loves history and has a weak spot for various types of ethnic cuisine, Northern Virginia is the perfect place to call home. I have a