If you guessed Alyssa, you were right!
Born and raised in New Hampshire, Alyssa brings her creativity to EVERYTHING she does. From DIY projects at home to the incredible energy she pours into our Periwinkle classroom each day. We are so lucky to have her as part of our teaching team!
Her fellow staff say Alyssaโs โhonesty as well as kind soul is a perfect match for being a caregiver,โ and sheโs always the first to jump in and help, anywhere, anytime.
Help us celebrate Alyssa below with a like or comment!


Can you figure out who this spooky-season superstar is?
๐บ๏ธ Born and raised right here in New Hampshire
๐ ๏ธ A major DIY enthusiast when off the clock
๐งโโ๏ธ During Halloween, their front yard turns into a full-on zombie baby graveyard (and other creepy delights!)
Drop your guesses in the comments below! ๐
Answer revealed soon! ๐๐ป

โI hope I learn how to drive a car this year" - Elodie
At 3, dreams are BIG and so is curiosity. Okay, so maybe driving at 3 isn't in the cards, but it starts with confidence, coordination, and independenceโฆ and one day it becomes possibility.
Your support helps nurture these early sparks into lifelong skills.
Caring Today. Growing Tomorrow.
Make your impact and donate today: https://www.seacoastcommunityschool.org/o/scs/page/lgl-form

โI hope I learn how to drive a car this year" - Elodie
At 3, dreams are BIG and so is curiosity. Okay, so maybe driving at 3 isn't in the cards, but it starts with confidence, coordination, and independenceโฆ and one day it becomes possibility.
Your support helps nurture these early sparks into lifelong skills.
Caring Today. Growing Tomorrow.
Make your impact and donate today and click the link in our bio.

Come celebrate the power of after-school learning with us!
๐ฃ Join us for a hands-on student innovation showcase, featuring the awesome tools, projects, and creations our students have been working on this year. From STEM builds to creative problem-solving , youโll get to explore it all!
๐ Special Guest Alert: Flight Crew member Andrew Lu will be joining us to lead an exciting STEM activity students wonโt want to miss!
๐ New Franklin Elementary School
๐ October 23, 2025
โฐ 3:30โ4:30 PM
Snacks, refreshments, and LOTS of fun included!
Bring your curiosity and come shine a light on the importance of after-school programming! ๐ก
โ RSVP here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexhJURTekga0o1gZr06G75aPleerp-mhGBLB3kPuGIjlHAeQ/viewform?usp=header

Itโs spooky season, and our annual Halloween Parade is right around the corner! ๐ธ๏ธ
Join us on Thursday, October 30th at 3:30 PM as our classrooms strut their stuff in their cutest (and spookiest!) costumes! ๐งโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆธโโ๏ธ
Bring your family and friends . You wonโt want to miss this adorable โcuteness paradeโ! ๐
๐งก Friendly reminder: Parking will likely be busy, so plan a little extra time to park and join in the fun!
We canโt wait to see all the boo-tiful costumes! ๐ปโจ

Looking for fun ways to enjoy the season as a family? Here are a few ideas to make the most of it:
๐ Visit a local orchard for apple picking (and donโt forget the cider donuts!)
๐ Carve or paint pumpkins together
๐ถโโ๏ธ Take a family nature walk and collect leaves for a fall craft
๐ฅ End the day with a backyard bonfire and sโmores
๐ฝ Get lost in a corn maze or visit a local fall festival
No matter how you spend it, fall is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy the outdoors, and make cozy memories together. โค๏ธ
Whatโs your favorite fall family tradition? Tell us in the comments! ๐




Thatโs right...our sparkly superstar is none other than Melissa! ๐
Our amazing Executive Director has been the heart and backbone of Seacoast Community School since 2022, leading with passion, purpose, and a whole lot of energy. ๐
Melissaโs dedication to our mission shines through in everything she does, from championing early childhood education to cheering on our team with her signature sparkle. Weโre so lucky to have her guiding SCS with heart, humor, and a touch of holiday magic all year long. ๐๐ซ
Drop some love for Melissa in the comments. She deserves it! ๐๐


This sassy, sparkly little one grew up to be one fierce education advocate, and trust us, her glitter energy has only multiplied! ๐ ๐
Here are your cluesโฆ
๐ง Sheโs rocking 21+ years of experience in teaching, public administration, and professional development (basically, sheโs done it all).
โฝ๏ธ When sheโs not shaping young minds, sheโs a sideline superstar, soccer, lacrosse, gymnastics.
๐ And come December? Letโs just say Buddy the Elf has competition, sheโs a full-on Christmas fanatic with enough holiday cheer to power Santaโs sleigh!
Any guesses who this merry, multitasking powerhouse might be? ๐๐
Drop your guesses below ๐๐

๐ This day recognizes and honors the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the Americas. Itโs also an opportunity to reflect on the resilience, wisdom, and traditions that continue to shape our communities today.
We encourage everyone to take time to learn, reflect, and celebrate the vibrant cultures that make up our shared history. ๐
Weโll see everyone back on Tuesday, October 14th!

This day celebrates and honors the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. ๐ฟ
Weโll see everyone back on Tuesday, October 14th!

๐ Itโs Dakota! One of our AMAZING teachers in the Minnow class! ๐
Dakota brings calm, peace, and compassion to every student she works with. ๐ Staff describe her as having โa kind and gentle wayโ and โa very special way of really knowing each child individually and catering to their specific needs and wants.โ
She does an incredible job teaching, guiding, and loving everyone around her, students and staff alike! ๐
๐ Letโs give a big round of applause for Dakota! Weโre so lucky to have you as part of our SCS family! ๐


๐Here are your clues:
๐ง Attended the Head Start program here at the Community Campus when the building first opened
๐ก Born and raised right here in Portsmouth
๐ช Never broken a bone (knock on wood!)
๐ด Never been to Florida....unless you count a connecting flight through the airport! (People are always shocked by this one!)
Can you guess who this is? Drop your guesses in the comments below and check back tomorrow for the reveal!โฌ๏ธ

โจ Did you know that 80% of all visual impairment can be prevented or cured? Early detection makes all the difference! Our students did an amazing job during the screenings and asked some fantastic questions along the way. Weโre so proud of their curiosity and courage!


๐โจ Itโs Maddy! โจ๐
Our โGuess Who Thursdayโ star is none other than Maddy, our amazing teacher in the Shrimp class! ๐ฆ
Maddy has truly become one of the backbones of our infant team. Her love, compassion, and dedication shine through in everything she does, from caring for our littlest learners to supporting her fellow teachers. We are so incredibly grateful for the joy she brings to every single one of her kiddos (and their families too!). ๐
Help us give Maddy a big round of applause in the comments! ๐๐๐


Can you guess who this adorable nugget grew up to be? ๐ถ๐
Here are your cluesโฆ
๐ฟ She loves skiing more than anything!
๐ Born and raised right here in Portsmouth.
๐ You can often find her in her classroom, juggling all the things with a smile.
Drop your guesses below โฌ๏ธ and check back later today to see if you were right! ๐

๐ค We hope your weekend is as peaceful as our infants at nap timeโฆ (well, on the days they actually want to nap ๐
).
May your plans be cozy, quiet, and full of little happy sighs. Because honestly, who wouldn't want to relax like this cutie right here?! ๐ผ๐Happy Friday!

If you guessed our one and only Grace, you nailed it! ๐
Grace, who once attended our program herself, went on to become a kindergarten teacher and is now in the Stingrays with our oldest preschoolers. She works tirelessly to prepare them for the next big chapter, kindergarten, and sheโs truly incredible at what she does.
Not only does Grace ensure her students are developmentally ready, but she also makes every day a fun adventure with the curriculum she and Chloe design together. Their creativity and dedication are shaping our students in the best ways possible.
Weโre so grateful to have Grace as part of our SCS family! ๐


Itโs time for this weekโs edition of our โGuess Whoโ series! Can you figure out who weโre talking about? ๐
Here are your clues:
โ๏ธ She attended our school herself back when it was called Community Child Care Center.
๐ She LOVES to travel! Some of her favorite destinations include Italy, Iceland, and the Netherlands!
๐ถ Sheโs the proud owner of an adorable French Bulldog named Buoy.
Think you know who it is? Drop your guess in the comments below โฌ๏ธ and check back tomorrow to see if you were right!

With all the gorgeous weather weโve had lately, our students have been soaking up the sun and the fun! ๐ฟ๐ From playground adventures to nature walks, thereโs nothing like fresh air to spark joy and curiosity.
๐ก Did you know? Time spent outside helps children build stronger immune systems, develop gross motor skills, boost creativity, and even improve focus and mood. ๐๐ณ
We love giving our students the chance to explore, play, and grow under the sun, itโs just one more way we help nurture the whole child! ๐





