Preschool News
January 15, 2023
Message from Mrs. Kilday
There are so many opportunities to share with you this week. On Tuesday evening our CPACCS will host a workshop on AAC devices. This will be a very informative session and I highly recommend it. Next we have our CAPT meeting on Wednesday evening. This event is virtual and we will be talking about some exciting plans! Last, on Thursday we will host our autism support group for families. Our BCBA, Becky Golden will be presenting on building sibling relationships
Please consider going to one or all of these events. I would love to see many of you there!
Remember there is no school tomorrow in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr day. I will see you on Tuesday.
Donna
Messages of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
We are celebrating the life and messages of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in our school this week in many ways that are appropriate for young children.
As you can imagine, the message of inclusion and acceptance is near and dear to our hearts!
We are also learning that Dr. King spoke often about love and fairness. These are things we will be talking about for the next several weeks. We are committed to this work of acceptance and respect for all. Our diversity, equity and inclusion committee is helping us move this work along and will be sharing a school wide project with you very soon! If you would like to be a member of this committee please email Mrs. Kilday at kildayd@cantonma.org.
"The time is always right to do what is right."-Martin Luther King Jr.
Upcoming Workshop sponsored by CPACCS
Workshop: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Practical AAC Strategies at Home, with Rebecca Hakansson, Accept Education Collaborative -- (Flyer attached)
Date/Time: 1/17/2023, 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: Canton High School Library
Workshop Description: This workshop will focus on the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems at home for students with limited verbal communication abilities. Parents will learn about a variety of low-, mid-, and high-tech AAC systems used to support students’ communication needs across the day. High-tech systems will include an emphasis on iPad applications (e.g. TouchChat). Practical strategies for facilitating communication opportunities during daily home routines will be explored, with a focus on Aided Language techniques.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/2pgaYMiu4
File attachments:
aac flyer 2023.pdf
Dates to Remember
Monday, January 16th-No school in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day
Wednesday, January 18th, 7-8 p.m. CAPT meeting (virtual)
Thursday, January 19th, 12-1, Autism Support Group-Building Positive Sibling Relationships
Friday, January 27th-Early Release
Thursday, February 2nd, 12-1, Coffee with the Coordinator with Special Guest Mrs. Amy Delaney, our occupational therapist
CAPT Meeting this week
Please join us on Wednesday evening at 7:00 for our CAPT meeting. This month the CAPT will be discussing fundraising plans as well as a fun family event planned for March. Please join us!
Time: Jan 18, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://cantonma-org.zoom.us/j/89745949868?pwd=blkzL3FSVDZHczhTSnVnVTZNeG0yZz09
Meeting ID: 897 4594 9868
Passcode: 538421
Community Peer Lottery for 2023-2024 School Year
Students who are on an IEP do not need a lottery application.
Open House
Around Town
Canton Public Schools has a Community Resources and Information Page on its website titled Around Town. This page lists resources and events taking place in our community. To access the information on this webpage, use this link: About/Around Town.
At a Glance - New Event(s)
- Special Olympics - 2023 Winter Session for Young Athletes
This webpage will be updated periodically.
New State Behavioral Health Help Line:
The Department of Mental Health has launched a new Behavioral Health Help Line that people can call or text at 833-773-2445. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in more than 200 languages. The help line can help individuals and families navigate the behavioral health system and access treatment, including mobile crisis services. District and school leaders are asked to please share this resource with staff, families, and students, where helpful. For more information, please see the FAQ. Anyone with questions or concerns about the help line can email the help line director at Mio.Tamanaha@mass.gov.
Preschool Pictures
Rodman Early Childhood Program
Email: kildayd@cantonma.org
Website: www.cantonma.org
Location: 960 Washington Street, Canton, MA, USA
Phone: 781-821-5060