![]() (Grades 1-3 in the district receive this state funding, enabling smaller classes.) Superintendent Ken Ranella brought up the possibility of applying to the state for class-size reduction funding - approximately $272,000 - to lower kindergarten classes to 20 children or fewer, instead of the average of 24. ![]() Some of the issues in Menlo Park revolve around: having the same number of minutes and the same program in all district kindergartens the length of the workday for teachers and the additional cost for a full-day program. Research shows a shift over the years to "full-day" kindergartens in the United States, from 12 percent in 1970 to 55 percent now, Ms. (Copies of the summary are available at the district office.) "Many districts throughout the country are grappling with similar issues," she said. Jo Mitchell, assistant superintendent for curriculum, summarized the district's kindergarten study during the past year. The larger question - what are the "best practices" for Menlo Park kindergartens - appears to be a topic for continuing research and discussion.Ībout 70 parents and teachers showed up March 24 for the board's three-hour kindergarten study session. The school board promises to make a decision on any scheduling changes at its Wednesday, April 13, meeting, starting at 7 p.m. ![]() That's a big issue in the district, which has been studying a number of options, and experimenting with split-shift and "full day" kindergartens. What schedule and program will kindergartners have when they start school at Laurel and Oak Knoll on August 25? (April 06, 2005) ** School board to decide on its plan next week. Longer kindergarten day in Menlo Park schools? A reminder that students do not have school on Friday, March 24th.Publication Date: Wednesday, April 06, 2005 This form is important since preparations for next year’s enrollment is underway. If you wish your child to participate in this oral initiative that could prevent cavities, please contact Tanya at 506 858-8484 for more details or email If you child is currently in kindergarten or in grade 5 English, please do not forget to fill out the program registration form that was sent home. The appointments are one hour in length where the child Is assessed for suitability, then a sealant is applied to the teeth which will benefit by protecting teeth against future cavities. This cavity prevention clinic will take place on March 24th and 31st, 2023. They have an upcoming community clinic for PIT AND FISSURE SEALANTS. The Oulton College Dental Education Center has a special event happening in March for children ages 8-14. Orders can be placed through SchoolCash Online and the cost is $22.00. ![]() Deadline for yearbook orders is March 31st. Good evening, This message is from Evergreen Park School. There will be no school for students on Friday, April 14th. Please note this presentation is not intended for students. Admission is by donation and all parents/guardians of tweens/teens are welcome to attend. Psych., and her talk” Don’t be Fooled by the Talk Around Town: Parents are still the Most Important People in their Tween/Teen’s Life.” The event is taking place on Monday, April 17th at Maplehurst Middle School. ![]() The Maplehurst Middle Home & School Association is extending an invitation to all grade 5 parents. If you are interested in helping, please call the school, leave your name, and contact information. Our annual Book Fair will be the week of April 17th- 21st. Wilson’s grade 5 and Mme Gagnon’s grade 2 parent-teacher/student-led conferences have been postponed. A friendly reminder that parent-teacher/student-led conferences will be held tomorrow Thursday, April 13th from 5:30 p.m. ![]()
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