Chelsea Pre-K enjoyed a wonderful apple picking experience! Children learned how apples grow, noticed the different shapes, sizes, and colors, and saw firsthand how apples are harvested and sorted. Experiences like this connect classroom learning to the world around them and spark curiosity that lasts well beyond the orchard. A big thank you to the […]
Dental Health at Magic Years!
Dental health is a big part of whole child wellness, and we’re so thankful to Waterville Community Dental for bringing their clinic to our Magic Years site! Through this partnership, children receive important screenings and preventive care right at school—helping to build healthy smiles and positive experiences at the dentist. For families, it means one […]
Pyramid Model – Morning Greeting
At SKCDC, even the way children start their day is part of learning. Morning greetings give each child a choice in how they connect with their teacher and classmates—whether it’s a high-five, a handshake, a smile, or a wave. This simple routine is rooted in the Pyramid Model, which emphasizes building strong, positive relationships as […]
Webster Playground Renovation!
Exciting Updates at Webster Head Start! On Tuesday, SKCDC’s Webster Center celebrated the opening of its brand-new playground A beautiful new outdoor learning space now welcomes children, alongside important facility enhancements including new windows and upgraded systems. This project was truly a community effort! We are deeply grateful to: The Kennebec County Commissioners The City […]
Healthy Smiles at Webster Head Start!
Healthy Smiles at Webster Head Start! This week, children at our Webster Center received on-site dental screenings thanks to our community dental partners. Preventive care like this is so important — tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in young children, but with early checkups and education, it can be prevented. Visits like these […]
Chelsea Pre-K Open House
We had such a wonderful time welcoming children and families at our Chelsea Pre-K Open House! Exploring the classroom, meeting teachers, and sharing hugs and smiles. it was a joyful start to the year. Chelsea is one of SKCDC’s Public Pre-K Partnerships with RSU 12, bringing high-quality early learning to our community. Learn more about […]
New Classroom at Magic Years!
We’re excited to share a peek inside our brand-new preschool classroom at Magic Years! In this bright and welcoming space, children will enjoy: A cozy reading corner filled with books to spark imagination A dramatic play area with a kitchen and table set for pretend meals Circle time with visuals, songs, and routines that help […]
Gardiner Center Open House
We loved welcoming families at the Gardiner Center Open House! Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms are ready for an amazing year of learning, playing, and growing together. This year brings an exciting change — our South Gardiner Early Head Start class has relocated to the Gardiner Center, joining the Head Start classrooms already […]
Summer at the Webster Center
Summer fun is in full swing at Webster Center! Our full day, full year kiddos are soaking up the sunshine with obstacle courses, water play, balance games, and big smiles all around. Active play, creativity, and laughter. What better way to enjoy these beautiful summer days? We have openings in our full day preschool classroom […]
Big Summer Smiles
While our brand-new playground is being installed at Webster, we’re not letting the fun pause! The kiddos are getting creative with chalk hopscotch, beach balls, and big smiles on the lawn and walkway. Active play, imagination, and teamwork are still going strong! #YouBelongAtSKCDC