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





Weโre hiring, and weโd love for YOU to join us! If youโre passionate about shaping the future and want to be part of an inspiring, mission-driven team, this is your chance. ๐
๐ฃ Open Positions:
โจ Two Group Leaders โ PEAK Programming
โจ Site Director โ PEAK Programming
โจ Infant Lead โ Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Ready to make a difference? Visit our website to learn more or send your resume and cover letter to scsinfo@seacoastcommunityschool.org today! ๐


Itโs Kendal! ๐
Kendal has been part of the Seacoast Community School family since 2022 and has made such a huge impact as a member of our Infant Team. Not only is she the ultimate juggler of babies ๐ถ๐ช, but her creativity and care are truly unmatched.
Weโre so lucky to have you, Kendal, thank you for the love, patience, and joy you bring every single day. We love you! ๐


Here are your clues about this amazing teacher:
๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Sheโs the oldest of four siblings
๐งฆ Has a soft spot for fun socks
๐โฐ๏ธ Even with zero free time (being a busy mom of two!), she loves outdoor adventures, think beaches, kayaking, and rock climbing!
She handles her classroom with such care and always brings her best to our students. ๐
Can you guess who this cutie may be? Drop your guesses below โฌ๏ธ and stay tuned for tomorrowโs reveal!

Seacoast Community School actually has classroom openings right now, TWO full-time preschool spots and ONE part-time young toddler spot. This is about as rare as spotting a unicorn shopping at Market Basket ๐ฆ๐ (okay, maybe even rarer!).
If you want your little one to experience the best early education and nurturing care, donโt wait, email jstanchina@seacoastcommunityschool.org for more info.
๐ก Remember: we accept NH Child Care Assistance, so if finances are a concern, letโs chat!

Itโs Courtney F.! ๐
Courtney has been part of the Seacoast Community School family since 2023, and we are so lucky to have her on our team. Youโll often find her bouncing around supporting classrooms or over at our Dondero PEAK Site, always bringing energy, care, and a big smile with her!
We are so beyond grateful for your dedication and compassion, Courtney. Thank you for all you do to support our students and families every single day! ๐

In a world that recently feels extra heavy with darkness, may we never forget that the best way forward is through unity, kindness, compassion, and love. We must remember to lead by example, to show our children, the future, that what matters most in life is how we care for one another.
If you are reading this, we challenge you to hug your loved ones a little longer, remind your loved ones what they mean to you, and to always choose kindness.๐ฏ๏ธโค๏ธ๐ค๐
Never forget, never forgotten. #9/11

Here are your clues:
๐พ Grew up in the Midwest
๐ญ Studied Musical Theatre in college
๐ Loves the color pink
๐ฆ Wanted to be a paleontologist as a kid (Jurassic Park is still one of her favorite movies!)
Can you guess which amazing member of our SCS team this is? Drop your guesses below โฌ๏ธ

Wishing our families, staff, and community a wonderful holiday! Just a friendly reminder, we are closed today in honor of Labor Day and will reopen tomorrow for normal hours.
Enjoy your day!

Wishing you a safe, relaxing, and wonderful holiday weekend!

๐ Hats off to ALL of our amazing Pre-K grads heading off to kindergarten! Youโll be missed, but youโll always have a special spot in our SCS ECE hearts. ๐
To those joining PEAK, we canโt wait to see you! And to all our little adventurers moving on, donโt forget to come back and visit! ๐โจ#SCSAlumni #SCSCommunity #ECE #EarlyChildCareEducation

You guessed it, that adorable baby photo belongs to none other than Darcie! ๐ถโก๏ธ๐ฉโ๐ซ
Darcie has been a beloved member of our SCS team since 2021, and itโs no surprise why! Her energy, sense of humor, and compassionate heart have made her a favorite among students, families, and staff alike. ๐
From playful lessons to heartfelt connections, Darcie brings joy and warmth into every classroom sheโs in. Weโre so lucky to have her as part of our SCS family! ๐
Drop a ๐ฌ below if your guess was right, and stay tuned for our next Guess Who!
#SCSFamily #GuessWhoReveal #TeacherSpotlight #EarlyEdChampions #MeetOurTeam #FromThenToNow


This adorable little one is now a beloved member of our Seacoast Community School teaching team, but can you tell who it is? ๐โจ
Here are some clues:
๐She was in an annual comedy wrestling show for three years
๐She LOVES cats
๐When she was a kid, on her birthday, she would wish that cartoons were real so she could be friends with the Powerpuff Girls.
Drop your guesses in the comments and tag a friend to join in the fun! ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ
Weโll reveal the answer tomorrow, stay tuned! ๐#ThrowbackChallenge #SCSFamily #FromThenToNow #TeachersAreHeroes

Weโre always amazed at how our incredible staff make the most of every day, all while focusing on key development milestones for our students. Hereโs to finishing summer strong and welcoming the new season ahead! ๐

Did you know NH is a mandated reporting state? That means if you see something concerning, you are legally required to report it immediately. Shockingly, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys experience abuse before turning 18.
To learn more, visit KNOWandTELL.org or call 603-864-0216. Letโs work together to keep our children safe! ๐


