On Friday, Feb. 26, Washburn District Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss Night, presented by the 21st-Century Grant After School Program.
Students and families were invited to participate in literacy activities throughout the evening. This included reading in the library, crafts, face painting, physical activities in the gym, and having a picture taken with The Cat in the Hat. Door prizes were also drawn.
The event was a very big success and a wonderful opportunity for children and their families to enjoy time together at school that promotes the importance of reading.
The event carried on into the following week with Community Reading Day, in which the community members, parents, teachers and also some retired teachers were invited to read a book to the class of their choosing. Grades Pre-K through grade 12 were all read one of the many great Dr. Seuss books.
Both schools were grateful to have someone come into class and read to them. It was another great way to get our children involved in the importance of literacy. Many thanks go out to Mr. Ericson, Ms. Cote, Mrs. Herzog and the entire After School Program staff and all of the volunteers who took time out to read to a class.
Fun dental visit
Dr. Erik Johnson from St. Apollonia Dental Clinic visited kindergarten through third-grade classrooms recently to do a presentation on dental health prevention. February was National Children’s Dental Health Month, a national health observance that brings together thousands of dedicated dental professionals, health care providers and others to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, adults, caregivers, teachers and many others.
The visit was arranged by Mrs. McPherson, the school nurse. Dr. Johnson is a pediatric dentist, and St. Apollonia Dental Clinic is a non-profit pediatric dental clinic. You can learn more about their clinic atwww.stapolloniadentalclinic.com.
Bangles are back
The newest Washburn Beaver Bangles have arrived. These delightful bracelets make great gifts, or simply get one to show your Beaver pride.
They are $20 each and the proceeds go to support Washburn Destination Imagination teams.
Contact Tracy Reed at 455-4501 to order your Beaver Bangle.
Financial aid night
There will be a financial aid session at the Washburn District High School library on Wednesday, March 30, at 6 p.m.
The presenter is Nikki Vachon from the Financial Authority of Maine. Pizza and drinks will be served.
Birthdays
Those celebrating a birthday between March 16 and 22 include: Samantha White, Taylor Dobson, Lewis Tarbox, Mick Myshral, Beverly Knowles, Jeremy Hartsgrove, Timothy Stitham, Angela Farley, Ashley Churchill, David Tarr, Gerald Easler, Graydon E. Buckingham, Meagan Undergust, Lisa Ecenarro, Sandi Cunningham, Daryl Sperrey, Penny Scott, Kathy Drost, Shelia Burtt, Dale Lavway, Roger Crouse, Susan Berube, Grady Churchill, Rachel Carmichael, Sarah Knowles, Dolores Woodman, Milford Helton and Salvatore Viola.
Anniversaries
Those celebrating an anniversary between March 16 and 22 include Bill and Leasha Fitzherbert.
Beth Boddy is the correspondent for Perham, Wade and Washburn. She can be reached by calling 455-8427 or by e-mailing bethwood@hotmail.com.
