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36 Tasker Street
Saco Maine 04072
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Welcome to Young School
Kindergarten Screen Information
February 25 Call for a Screening Appointment
May 7xx Parent Information Night xx6:00 - 7:30 PM
May 19 & 20 Screening Dates - Young School
May 22 & 23 Screening Dates - Fairfield School

 

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Alert...Alert...Alert...Beware of Young School Readers!!

Have you heard the news? Young School is bursting with new “readers”! Students are reading, yes, I mean really reading! Just this afternoon three kindergarten students knocked on the Principal’s Office door and announced that they were here to read to the Principal. Radiating with confidence, the three students took turns “reading” a page at a time from their books. Each student was at a different place in their personal reading development, just like all of our students. If you visit a classroom you will see for yourself that students are engaged in a variety of reading activities. Your child’s teacher(s) are keenly aware of the fact that students’ reading needs vary. In response to the unique needs that our students present, teachers provide differentiated instruction. As you visit our school, keep an eye open for examples of how our team of educators are attempting to meet the unique needs of every student.

Posing for Fitness

The Young School “Fit Kid Quest” is will begin on February 4, 2008. Certified fitness trainers from Saco Sport and Fitness will provide students and staff with a 10 week fitness program that will include Yoga, Pilates, as well as endurance and agility training. The fitness program is co-sponsored by the following friends of Young School: McDonalds, Kohl's Department Store, and the Young School P.T.O. We encourage you to join your child in this fun and challenging program. Please contact your child’s classroom teacher for more information regarding your child’s schedule.

Safe Habits

Keeping your children healthy and safe is a full time job. A few questions to ponder, as you prepare to talk with your children about making healthy and safe choices, as follows:
What do you do if a stranger offers you a treat?
Do you recognize who is picking you up from school?
What’s our home address and telephone number?
Can you tell me what clothing you need to wear when it is really cold out?
How can we reduce the chances of getting a cold?
Can you tell me more about “5-2-1-0 Goes To School”?

Volunteers Provide “The Extra Boost”

Volunteers are key members of our Young School Team! You can volunteer your time and expertise in many ways. Our volunteers provide a variety of services, including short and long term commitments. We recognize the fact that some volunteers prefer a predictable weekly schedule, while others enjoy committing time and energy to a specific project or activity. Keep an eye open for opportunities! Your child’s classroom teacher and, or the “Classroom Volunteer Coordinator” will keep you informed of opportunities to make a difference in the lives of Young School students! As of yesterday, our volunteers have provided more than 1,807 hours of service!!

“FOODPLAY”

FOODPLAY is the Emmy Award-winning live theater show that combines fantastic feats of juggling, captivating characters, music, magic, and audience participation with motivating health messages to help children take charge of growing up healthy and fit.

FOODPLAY will be presented to students and staff of Young School on Monday, March 31, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Young School multi-purpose room.

Beary Fund Day!!

Beary Fun Day will be celebrating on April 5, 2008. This “spirit builder” is a fun experience for the whole family. Please plan to join us as we celebrate this annual tradition.

Too Much T.V.?

Is it time to turn-off the television? “Television time” needs to be monitored closely by responsible adults. Current research cites numerous facts and figures about the damaging effects that too much time in front of the television can have on children. For more information, and alternatives to watching television, please visit www.metrokc.gov/health/reduceTV. For your convenience, we will send home samples of activities that you and your children may enjoy together.

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Literacy and Learning Celebration
April 16, 2008
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Students and staff invite you to enjoy a sample of the amazing learning going on at Young School. The students will be your tour guides, sharing their expertise in Literacy Work Stations, Writers’ Workshop, and Readers’ Theater. Be sure to view some of our Wellness activities and visit the school library which has been built from generous community donations. See how we do our work at Young School, from journals to puppets and published writing. You may want to try some of our lessons yourself!

 

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Shared Statement of Commitment

Young School is committed to building a collaborative learning community of students, parents, and school staff.

Our school community respects the differences among learners and responds to their individual needs. We provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes intellectual, social, emotional, and physical achievement.

We encourage the development of our core values, including honesty, respect, responsibility, compassion, citizenship, and fairness; and we celebrate our success in this endeavor.