๐Ÿ“ฃ Friendly Reminder, SCS Families and community! ๐Ÿ’™

Just a quick reminder that we are closing early today, Thursday, August 27, at 12:30 PM and will be closed all day tomorrow, Friday, August 28, for our Professional Development Days.

While weโ€™ll miss seeing our kiddos, this time is so important for our educators! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ Professional development gives our team the opportunity to learn new strategies, strengthen their skills, share ideas, and continue growing as educators, all so we can provide the best possible care, learning, and experiences for your children. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ’›

Weโ€™re always learning, growing, and striving to be better for the children and families we serve!

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our amazing SCS educators. ๐Ÿ’™

See you Monday! ๐Ÿ‘‹
4 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Closings
โ˜€๏ธ Field Day Fun! ๐ŸŽ‰

What a day! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Field Day yesterday! The sun was shining, bubbles were soaring, Kona Ice was pouring, and SO many giggles filled the air. ๐Ÿ’™

And this year, we had a SUPER special guest swing byโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ The one and only SPIDERMAN! ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ He stopped by for some fun tattoos, photos, and plenty of superhero smiles! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿฆธโ€โ™‚๏ธ

We absolutely love bringing our SCS family together because community is at the heart and soul of what we do (itโ€™s literally in our name! ๐Ÿ˜‰).

A BIG shoutout to our friends at Piscataqua Savings Bank for volunteering their time, lending a helping hand with our activities, and getting in on the tie-dye fun! ๐ŸŽจ Weโ€™re so grateful for incredible community partners who arenโ€™t afraid to get their hands a little dirty....or dyed! ๐Ÿ’œ

Thank you for making Field Day another memory-filled SCS day! ๐Ÿซง๐Ÿง๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ๐Ÿ’™
5 days ago, Seacoast Community School
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Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
Field Day
๐Ÿฅซ๐Ÿ’› Introducing the SCS Community Cupboard! Our passion project has come to life!

Weโ€™re so excited to officially unveil our newly expanded Community Cupboard, a welcoming resource helping SCS families and community members access nutritious food and everyday essentials when they need them most.

This special space was made possible thanks to the incredible generosity of Citizens Bank, the Mary Louise Billings Trust, Gather, and Nest Carpentry, along with the ongoing support of our amazing SCS families. ๐Ÿซถ

Because caring for children means caring for the whole family. Weโ€™re grateful to everyone who helped us turn this vision into reality and continue building a stronger, healthier community together! ๐Ÿ’›

#SeacoastCommunitySchool #CommunityCupboard #BuildingBrighterBeginnings #CommunityStrong
6 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Community Cupboard
โœจ Confidence Starts With Play! โœจ Did you know one of the best ways to build an infantโ€™s confidence is to simply let them play, explore, and try things on their own? ๐Ÿ’›

When babies are given the freedom to explore their environment, theyโ€™re learning much more than how to stack a block or reach for a toy. Theyโ€™re building problem-solving skills, developing curiosity, practicing independence, and discovering that โ€œI can do this!โ€ ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐ŸŒฑ How can you help?
โ€ข Give them a safe space to explore
โ€ข Let them try before stepping in to help
โ€ข Offer simple, open-ended toys
โ€ข Celebrate their attempts, not just the outcome
โ€ข Follow their interests and let them lead the play

And remember: play doesnโ€™t have to be complicated! A cardboard box, a soft ball, or a few safe household objects can provide endless opportunities for discovery. Every little exploration is a chance to build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. ๐Ÿ’•

Let them play. Let them explore. Let them discover just how capable they are! ๐ŸŒŸ
11 days ago, Seacoast Community School
infant play
infant play
infant play
infant play
๐ŸŒŽ Where in the World is PEAK?!

PEAK has been BUSY this summer! โ˜€๏ธ Our campers and staff have been making memories, exploring new places, learning, laughing, and, most importantly....HAVING FUN! ๐Ÿ’™

From cooling off and splashing around at New Castle Commons ๐Ÿ’ฆ to hitting the trails at Urban Forestry and seeing what they can discover ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿ”Ž, thereโ€™s always an adventure waiting for our PEAK crew!

๐Ÿ“ Where will PEAK explore next?! Stay tuned to find out! ๐Ÿ‘€โœจ
17 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
Field Trip Exploring
๐Ÿซงโœจ Thereโ€™s just something about bubbles that can BLOW MINDS! ๐Ÿคฏ

One minute youโ€™re just playingโ€ฆ and the next, youโ€™re completely mesmerized by these magical little floating spheres! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿซง

Big bubbles, little bubbles, bubbles that pop way too soon, theyโ€™re basically childhood magic. ๐Ÿ’™

Weโ€™ll never get tired of watching the wonder, excitement, and pure joy that bubbles bring! ๐Ÿซง๐Ÿ’ซ
18 days ago, Seacoast Community School
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bubbles
bubbles
๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿป Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! ๐Ÿป๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿฆ

Our Summer PEAK crew had a WILD time at the Stone Zoo last week! From big cats to furry friends and everything in between, our campers got to explore, discover, and get up close with some amazing animals. ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŒฟ

It was a ROAR-some day filled with adventure, smiles, and plenty of memories! ๐Ÿ’šโ˜€๏ธ
21 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Stone Zoo
Stone Zoo
Stone Zoo
Stone Zoo
Stone Zoo
Transitions are in full swing at Seacoast Community School! ๐ŸŽโœจ

As children move into new classrooms, meet new teachers, and settle into new routines, it's completely normal for them to experience a mix of excitement, curiosity, and even a few big emotions. Change can be hard, but with a little extra support at home, these transitions can become opportunities for growth and confidence.

Here are a few ways you can help make the transition a little smoother:
๐ŸŽ Talk positively about the new classroom and teacher.
๐Ÿ’› Keep routines as consistent as possible at home.
๐Ÿ“š Read books about starting something new.
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Encourage your child to share their feelings and ask questions.
โฐ Allow a little extra time during drop-off and pick-up to keep things calm but focus on the same routine with drop off.
๐ŸŽ‰ Celebrate the small wins as they adjust!

Remember, every child transitions at their own pace, and we're here to support them, and you, every step of the way. Together, we'll help make this a successful start to a wonderful year! โค๏ธ
23 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Transitions
Transitions
๐Ÿšจ Friday Prescription ๐Ÿšจ

Take one scroll through these adorable smiles and repeat as needed. Side effects may include:
๐Ÿ˜Š Smiling uncontrollably
โค๏ธ A warmer heart
๐Ÿ˜‚ Saying "Aww!" out loud
๐Ÿ’ฐMaking a donation towards our mission and program

You're welcome. Have a fantastic Friday! โ˜€๏ธ

If your side effect makes you feel inspired and inclined to make a donation, please do so here by clicking the link (also, thank you!): https://www.seacoastcommunityschool.org/o/scs/page/lgl-form
24 days ago, Seacoast Community School
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Make a donation!
Make a donation!
Make a donation!
Make a donation!
Make a donation!
Sometimes you've just gotta beat the heat with a sweet treat! ๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿงโ˜€๏ธ

Our Summer PEAK crew chilled out the other day with a special movie afternoon featuring ๐Ÿซ Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory ๐Ÿซ, complete with buttery popcorn and birthday cupcakes to celebrate! ๐ŸŽ‰

Because let's be honest... popcorn, cupcakes, and Wonka? That's a recipe for an unforgettable summer day! ๐Ÿญโœจ
25 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Movie Day At PEAK
Movie Day At PEAK
When someone says, "Smile for the camera!" ๐Ÿ˜‚

Mission failed successfully.

Honestly... this might be the cutest "I'm not impressed" face we've ever seen. ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ“ธ
26 days ago, Seacoast Community School
Silly Faces
POV: Your summer camp is just built different. ๐Ÿ˜

๐ŸšŒ Field trips? Check.
๐Ÿฆ‹ Butterflies? Raised.
๐Ÿ”ฌ STEAM projects? Absolutely.
๐Ÿ˜‚ Belly laughs? Constantly.

At Summer PEAK, we don't just keep kids busy, we make summer unforgettable. โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ’™
27 days ago, Seacoast Community School
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Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
Summer PEAK
๐ŸŒง๏ธ Rainy Mondays donโ€™t get us down! โ˜€๏ธ

Even when the skies are gray, our classrooms are filled with smiles, laughter, and plenty of learning. Our students have been busy having a wonderful day full of play, story time, imagination, creativity, and opportunities to build their gross motor skills.

From exploring new ideas to making memories with friends, thereโ€™s always something exciting happening here. ๐Ÿ’™

All smiles at Seacoast Community School! ๐Ÿ˜Šโœจ
28 days ago, Seacoast Community School
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play time
play time
play time
play time
play time
play time
๐ŸŽช Step right up... the Stingrays' Carnival Day was one for the books! ๐ŸŽกโœจ

Friday was EXTRA fun as our classroom transformed into a carnival full of smiles, laughter, and endless excitement! From colorful face painting and a thrilling "rollercoaster" ride to clown skeeball, a puppet show, tasty carnival treats, and so much more, there was fun around every corner. ๐Ÿคน๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐Ÿฟ

The laughter was contagious, the smiles were nonstop, and the memories made were absolutely priceless! โค๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰Happy Fri-YAY!
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Carnival Day
Carnival Day
Carnival Day
Carnival Day
There's just something about watercolors on a rainy day... ๐ŸŒง๏ธ๐ŸŽจโœจ They have a way of slowing you down, sparking creativity, and completely hypnotizing you.

Today, our Sea Turtles channeled their inner Winslow Homer, turning a dreary day into a gallery of colorful masterpieces. Who knew a little rain could inspire so much beauty? ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿข๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ Rainy days aren't so gloomy when they're filled with imagination. โ˜”๐ŸŒˆ
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Water color painting
Water color painting
Water color painting
Just look at those smiles! ๐Ÿ˜ Seriously... how could you not smile back at these adorable faces?

Here's something amazing: 90% of a child's brain develops before the age of 5. That means these early years are some of the most important years of their lives... so yeah, we'd say our work is kind of a big deal. ๐Ÿ’™

Every day, we're building confident learners, curious minds, and bright futures for the next generation of our community.

Want to help make an impact? Your support helps ensure every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

โœจ Make a donation today and help shape the future, one little smile at a time: https://www.seacoastcommunityschool.org/o/scs/page/lgl-form
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Donate today!
Donate today!
Donate today!
Donate today!
Donate today!
Donate today!
โ˜€๏ธ Salt air, sandy toes, and smiles for days! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ–๏ธ

Summer PEAK is soaking up the sun at Hampton Beach today! From building epic sandcastles and catching waves to exploring the shoreline and making unforgettable memories, our campers are living their best summer life.

Not the worst way to spend a Tuesday, if you ask us. ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ’™
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Peak Field Trip
Peak Field Trip
Peak Field Trip
Peak Field Trip
๐Ÿšง Pardon the dust... the Dragonflies are hard at work! ๐Ÿšง

Our Satellite Classroom this week has officially become a busy construction site! ๐Ÿฆบ From excavators and dump trucks to bulldozers and more, our Dragonflies have been digging into all things construction through hands-on play, creativity, and imagination.

We've got future builders, engineers, and heavy equipment operators in the making! ๐Ÿ‘ท๐Ÿšœ Learning has never looked so much like hard work... or so much fun!
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
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hard at work
hard at work
hard at work
๐ŸŸ๐ŸŒŠ Our little ocean protectors were hard at work today!

After reading The Pout-Pout Fish Cleans Up the Ocean, our Clown Fish learned about pollution and the importance of keeping our oceans clean. They had fun removing trash from the "ocean" and helping clean ocean animals affected by an oil spill.

Hands-on learning helps build caring hearts and a love for our planet! ๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŒŽโ™ป๏ธ
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Clownfish Class Project
Clownfish Class Project
Clownfish Class Project
๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ”ฌ Wonder. Discover. Explore.

Our Summer PEAK adventurers took a trip to the Boston Museum of Science, where curiosity came to life! From hands-on exhibits to mind-blowing discoveries, the day was filled with excitement, laughter, and learning around every corner (I mean just look at the faces of "awe").

Summer PEAK is so much more than your average summer camp. It's a place where children build friendships, experience new adventures, spark their curiosity, and create memories that last a lifetime. Every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and explore the world together, and we think that's pretty amazing. ๐Ÿ’™โœจ
about 1 month ago, Seacoast Community School
Summer PEAK boston museum visit
Summer PEAK boston museum visit
Summer PEAK boston museum visit