Rise and Shine Kidz

Monica and Alex Downs
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Founders
Monica and Alex Downs started Rise and Shine Prek in 2013 to address the needs of the community parents looking for a child care center with a "family feel" instead of a corporate feel. The center has grown to two locations in Fairfax City.
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The Rise and Shine Kidz summer program was started to provide elementary school age children a safe environment filled with fun activities during the summer months when elementary schools are closed.
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It has been a successful program that fills to capacity very quickly with many kids returning the following summer.
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Monica is very active with parents to ensure their peace of mind and that children are having fun learning.
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Monica has two children and two dogs. She loves the beach and the outdoors.