These workshops present an opportunity to meet AACE Community Partner employers in a business casual setting to discuss workforce development. Including the importance of fine-tuning your soft and social skills, how your routine influences your daily actions and productivity, and listening to guest speakers share their experiences from different workplace environments.

Language Development from Birth to 5 -  Smith School

Monica Larrabee, M.A. CCC-SLP and Katherine Thibodeau, M.A. CCC-SLP

This presentation will discuss language development and vocabulary for children from birth to 5 years old and the importance of early language development in grade school children. Included in the presentation will be how parents can boost language development and vocabulary learning in their children. The presentation is given by two Speech-Language Pathologists in the RSU #22 district.

Thursday, May 9                         6 - 7 pm

Course fee: $15

It’s not just a matter of teaching old, young, or other “dogs” new tricks. You can do it! Technology is more user-friendly than you may realize. Learn the basics of informational and transferable skills focusing on what you want to do and how to simplify life using your computer, laptop, or tablet as well as the Internet and Gmail. Bring your laptop or tablet. If you need one to use, just let us know. Please pre-register as space is limited.

The family story hour will provide a welcoming and fun environment to listen to stories, participate in great themed activities with your children, and have a snack together.  Family story hour is a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to spend time together (PACT). Come and introduce your child/children to really great books and a love of reading.  Special guest readers and surprise hosts are scheduled throughout the year.

An online meet and greet to hold space for conversations surrounding your students. Topics surround family unit cohesion. Including subjects like the influence of social media, proactive vs reactive planning, dinner conversation starters, etc.

The link to your class will be on your registration receipt. 

The Ryan Home Project is proud to present their inagural:
Ryan Home Pizza Party & Story Time!

This pizza party/story time, along with book pre-orders, is to raise funds for The Ryan Home Project, which is a program that supports displaced studentsin the Noble School District. We are also working in conjunction with theNoble Adult and Community Education (NACE) program!

Matt Tavares is a New York Times bestselling author/illustrator of children’sbooks. We have included a list of his most popular books that are currentlyavailable for purchase that Matt has illustrated and many he has also written.

These books are available for pre-order and can be picked up at the event. The Ryan Home Project will receive 40% of the sales for anybooks ordered during this pre-order!

This free event will include a drawing presentation and a reading by Matt Tavares of one of his personal books. Matt will also be available to autographyour purchased books. Bring a blanket or quilt to sit on. Pajamas are always welcome! No inflatable splease!

** Book Pre-Orders are due Friday, March 29th

The Order Form with “Books Available” is attached along with the event flyer for dates/times. You can either print the order form to fill out or fill it out digitally. Please return the order form to your student’s teacher and download the flyer for reminders of dates and email.

Order Form Download Here

Event Flier Download Here

We will have pizza, snacks, and beverages available for purchase at the beginning of the event. If you plan to purchase pizza, please email MaureenM228@gmail.com by Wednesday, May 15th with the number of children and adults coming so we will be sure to have enough food availablefor everyone.

If you can’t attend the event, any books purchased can be sent home with yourstudent through their classroom.

Supporting unaccompanied youth from North Berwick,
Berwick and Lebanon, ME

Welcome to Augusta School Department's Substitute Teacher Training. In this course you will learn:

1) Substitute Policies and Procedures

2) Substitute Pay Rates and Payment Procedures

3) Expectations in your role as a Sub

4) Classroom Management and Tips for Success

5) Information about each school in the District

Monthly Storytime Adventures are curated to include a copy of the storybook for each child registered. A comprehensive craft to accompany the book, along with a take-home and follow-up for parents/guardians to continue the discussions from our Adventure together. The outdoors, movement, and opportunity for creative outlet are encouraged.

These sessions are ideal for parents/guardians of children birth to 4 years. Parent/Guardian discussions will be monthly to discuss topics of how to integrate literacy into our lives with the assistance of Community Partners.