Prescott Memorial School 100 Waldoboro Road

Washington, ME 04574 Phone 845-2424 Fax 845-2748

www.MSAD40.orgChristina M. Wotton, PrincipalLeonard Lewis, Lead Teacher

Mary Ledger, Administrative Assistant

5/01/15 NEWSLETTER

HOT LUNCH AND BREAKFAST MENUMon. ! - B-Rice Krispy-L-Belgian Waffle Sticks w/Syrup, Sausage ! Links, Seasoned Home-Fries, 100% Fruit JuiceTues. - B-Omelet-L-Hot Dog w/Roll, Baked Beans, Fruit- Gr. 3-6 ! Salad Bar Option Wed. !- B-Muffin-L-PB & J Pocket, Crunchy Carrot Sticks w/Low- ! Fat Ranch Dip, Fruit! Thurs.- B-Yogurt-L- Cheese or Bacon Pizza, Side Salad, Fruit! Fri.! - B-Mixed Breakfast-L-Home-made Creamy Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit

Menu subject to change - milk available* * HOT LUNCH PRICES* *

Student Hot Lunch $2.40 - Breakfast $1.25Reduced Hot Lunch 40¢ - Reduced Breakfast Free

Cold Milk - 50¢ - Adult Hot Lunch - $4.00 Bottled Water - 50¢

All lunch, breakfast and milk money must be submitted in the white envelopes provided by the Food Service Dept. These envelopes are available at school. Checks are to be made payable to “M.S.A.D. #40.”

Dates to RememberMay 4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week May 6 EARLY RELEASE - Students dismissed at 1 p.m.May 11-15 Children’s Stage Adventures WeekMay 11 9:00 Children’s Stage Adventures AuditionsMay 15 7 p.m. Performance of “The Emperor’s New Clothes”May 20 EARLY RELEASE - Students dismissed at 1 p.m.May 25 MEMORIAL DAY - NO SCHOOL

WORD of the WEEKThe word for the week

is DEGREE

PARENTS OF INCOMING KINDERGARTEN STUDENTSIf your child will be 5 on or before October 15, 2015, he/she is eligible to enroll in kindergarten for the school year 2015-2016. Please contact the Prescott Memorial School office at 845-2424 to start the enrollment process.

If your child will be four on or before October 15, 2015, he/she is eligible to attend Pre-K. Please contact either Miller School, 832-2103, or Warren Community School, 273-2001 to make an appointment for registration and a health interview with the district nurse.

Auditions: May 11 at 9 a.m.Performance: May 15 at 7 p.m.

HELP NEEDEDWe are looking for a part time kitchen worker at MVHS. The person would need to be willing to get fingerprinting and have a background check. We are also looking for subs. Storm Hendrickson, Food Service Director S.A.D.# 40 (207) 785-2277 Ext. 241

A.C.E.After-school Children’s Enrichment

Need Child Care?We have openings at Prescott Memorial School!

Weekly Cost $50.00 (3PM – 5:30PM)Call Stacey Fowler for more information…207-273-3890 or ace.stacey@yahoo.com

SAVE THOSE CANS & BOTTLESSave your cans and bottles to help the students at Prescott Memorial School with their bottle drive - a CSA fundraiser. Cans and bottles may be dropped off at the school or taken directly to the Washington Redemption Center. Be sure to tell the Redemption Center they are for the Prescott Memorial School.

Information for inclusion in the school newsletter must be submitted to Mrs. Ledger by Thursday a.m. and can be e-mailed to Mary_Ledger@msad40.org.

Coming  to  Gibbs  LibraryChewonki’s  

The  Batmobile:  Bats  of  the  World  ProgramSaturday,  May  2,  2015

6:30-­‐7:30A  family  program  highlighting  the  importance  of  bats  in  our  Maine  ecosystem  and  beyond.    See  a  live  

non-­‐releasable  Big  Brown  Bat.    Learn  some  truths;  dispel  some  myths  and  about  what  is  happening  to  our  bat  

population. After-school Children’s EnrichmentLocated at Warren Community School

Summer  A.C.E.  Camp  Openings

2015  SUMMER  ACTIVITIES

*Two  Beach  Trips  a  week  (Chickawaukie,  Birch  Point,  Pemaquid,  Laite  Beach,  Lake  St.  George  and  more)

*One  Big  OuLng  a  week  (Funtown,  Aquaboggan,  Wild  

Acadia  Park,  Puffin  Cruise,  Dew  Zoo  and  more)

*Two  days  at  WCS  (craUs,  educaLonal  programs,  bike  

riding,  slip&slide,  cooking,  gardening  and  much  more)

*Breakfast  and  Lunch  provided  every  day.

$120/Week

Staffs  are  trained  in  CPR/First  Aid/Basic  Water  Training

Please  call  Stacey  Fowler  for  more  informa3on!    273-­‐3890

7th Annual Children’s Pedal Toy ParadeA Special Event at the Medomak Valley High School

Cruisin’ to Graduation Car ShowFor children age 7 and under

May 3, 2015, 1:00 p.m.Parade will be located in front of Medomak Middle School. Pedal cars, trucks, tractors, and tricycles welcome. No battery operated vehicles, motorized

vehicles, or bicycles. Children must have adult supervision at all times. Gift bags will be awarded

to all participants. You can contact Lorraine Lash at 832-7955 for more information. You can also

register the day of the show beginning at 12:30.No bicycles will be permitted on the premises during

the car show.

May 4-8Teacher Appreciation

Week A time to show teachers

how much they are appreciated.

From The Health OfficeMay 1, 2015

Mouthguard Information For Parents Mouthguards can help protect your child from a dental emergency. They should be worn whenever your child is participating in sports and recreational activities.

Benefit of Mouthguards Mouthguards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to your lips, tongue, face or jaw. They typically cover the upper teeth and are a great way to protect the soft tissues of your tongue, lips and cheek lining. Knowing how to prevent injuries like these is especially important if your child participates in organized sports or other recreational activities. When it comes to protecting your mouth, a mouthguard is an essential piece of athletic gear that should be part of standard equipment from an early age. In fact, studies show that athletes are 60 times more likely to suffer harm to the teeth if they are not wearing a mouthguard. While collision and contact sports, such as boxing, are higher-risk sports for the mouth, you can experience a dental injury in non-contact activities too, such as gymnastics and skating.

Three Types of Mouthguards• Custom-fitted: These are made by your dentist for you personally. They are more expensive than the other versions, but

because they are customized, usually offer the best fit.• Stock: These are inexpensive and come pre-formed, ready to wear. Unfortunately, they often don’t fit very well. They can

be bulky and can make breathing and talking difficult.• Boil and bite: These mouth protectors can be bought at many sporting goods stores and drugstores and may offer a

better fit than stock mouth protectors. They are first softened in boiling water, then inserted and allowed to adapt to the shape of your mouth.

The best mouthguard is one that has been custom made for your mouth by your dentist. However, if you cannot afford a custom-fitted mouthguard, your child should still wear a stock mouthguard or a boil-and-bite mouthguard from the drugstore. If your child wears braces or another fixed dental appliance on your lower jaw, your dentist may suggest a mouth protector for these teeth as well.

A properly fitted mouthguard may be especially important for people who wear braces or have fixed bridge work. A blow to the face could damage the brackets or other fixed orthodontic appliances. A mouthguard also provides a barrier between the braces and your cheek or lips, limiting the risk of soft tissue injuries.

Talk to Your Child’s Dentist or Orthodontist Talk to your dentist or orthodontist about selecting a mouthguard that will provide the best protection. Although mouthguards typically only cover the upper teeth, your dentist or orthodontist may suggest that your child use a mouthguard on the lower teeth if you have braces on these teeth too. If your child has a retainer or other removable appliance, do not wear it during any contact sports.

Tips for Caring for a Mouthguard• Rinse before and after each use or brush with a toothbrush and toothpaste.• Occasionally clean the mouthguard in cool, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.• Transport the mouthguard in a sturdy container that has vents.• Never leave the mouthguard in the sun or in hot water.• Check for wear and tear to see if it needs replacing.Last Updated 6/17/2014 Source Adapted from MouthHealthy.org (© 2013 American Dental Assoc)

PRINCIPAL’S PRIDEThis week I would like to thank Mrs. Ledger for all her hard work. She is extremely organized and is a pivotal part of Prescott Memorial School. Throughout the school day, she never knows what will come across her desk. It could be a sick child, an urgent need by me, covering a classroom and so much more. A secretary’s job is never done and Mrs. Ledger does so much for our school. We are so very lucky. This week, Mrs. Ledger, I am proud of you!

VOSE LIBRARY EVENTSEvent: Free Comic Book Day

Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, MEDate: Saturday, May 2Time: 10am-12noon

Description: Celebrate the magic of comics and graphic novels and make your own! Pick up a free comic book courtesy of Free Comic Book Day, an event which promotes comics and local comic shops across the country. Comics foster literacy, imagination, and creativity. Learn about drawing characters, telling a story with pictures, and writing dialogue. All ages!

-----------------Event: Mothers Day Crafts

Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, MEDate: May 9

Time: 10am-12 noonDescription: Join us for Mothers Day Craft Making--fun for kids of all ages! Easy cards and crafts for the for the special mother in your life.

These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.

GIBBS LIBRARY EVENTSSaturday, May 2, 2015 ~ 6:30-7:30

Chewonki'sThe Batmobile:Bats of the World Program

A family program highlighting the importance of bats in our Maine ecosystem and beyond. See a live non-releasable Big Brown Bat. Learn some truths; dispel some myths and about what is happening to our bat population.

Sunday, May 3, 2015 ~ 3pmSnotgrass Book Launch at Gibbs Library

Artist and author J. E. Moores to launch Snotgrass SNOTGRASS is coming home to Washington, Maine. Tell your granny to put down her knitting, put on some mud boots and meet artist and author J. E. Moores as he signs his latest book, SNOTGRASS. "It is a real pleasure to have this event in my hometown," J. E. Moores said. "My grandfather, Roland Flanders, had a lush collection of old logging tales that he spun during long summer evenings sitting in his farmhouse porch looking out to Washington Pond." SNOTGRASS is set in the town of Washington, Maine, where J. E. Moores' earliest memories take him. Tales about strange creatures like Swamp Boggers, Philly Lou Birds and Side Hill Gougers weave around the real life story of five generations of Mainers. SNOTGRASS goes back to the good old days when times were simpler, life was a bit slower, and the bouffant hairdos were as tall as the tales the old folks told. An honest slice of Americana, this hilarious epic gets the reader laughing out loud and then hits deep with an awareness of humanity's beautiful flaws. SNOTGRASS is available on Amazon kindle and paperback.For more information about this event, contact Gibbs Library at (207) 845-2663. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: J. E. Moores is a cartoonist and toy maker who lives in Camden, Maine. He has taught arts and crafts since 1984. His art toys have been shown in galleries in New York City, Los Angeles, Massachusetts and Portland, ME. For more information, visit JEMoores.com

WELCOME  SPRING  WITH  RSU  40  ADULT  EDUCATION!To  register  call  the  adult  education  ofOice  at  832-­‐5205  or  register  online  at  www.msad40.maineadulted.org.

Spring  Wild>lowers  of  Maine  with  Naturalist  Wanda  GarlandThis  is  a  Oield-­‐based  course,  visiting  5-­‐6  different  local  preserves  to  identify  wildOlowers,  mushrooms,  lichens,  moss  and  more!    The  classes  (weather  permitting)  will  be  outdoor  Oield  trips  and  participants  must  be  able  to  hike  over  rough  terrain.    Please  wear  hiking  boots,  bring  a  walking  stick  and  don’t  forget  insect  repellent  and  water!    Bring  a  notebook  and  camera  to  class  if  you  want  to  take  notes  and  photos,  and  be  prepared  to  have  some  fun  while  learning.    Call  the  instructor  at  832-­‐5063  for  book  recommendations  prior  to  class.    NEW  START  DATE!    Begins  Saturday,  5/9  from  9:00  –  11:00  am  for  6  weeks.    Fee:  $54/$59  non-­‐resident.    Location:  Meet  at  the  MMS  parking  lot  and  carpool  from  there.

Basic  Dog  Obedience  with  Marisa  MurrayDoes  your  dog  need  to  learn  to  listen  and  obey  in  distraction  settings?      This  class  will  help  you  teach  your  dog  commands  such  as  heel,  sit,  down,  stay,  come  and  no.    Training  should  be  fun  for  dog  and  owner  –  join  us!    This  class  is  for  dogs  aged  6  months  and  older.    Owners  must  provide  proof  of  current  vaccinations  including  bordetella  (kennel  cough).    Please  bring  to  class  a  4’  nylon  leash,  a  nylon  choke  collar  and  treats.    Begins  Wednesday,  5/6  from  5:30  –  6:30  pm  for  6  weeks.    Fee:  $69/$74  non-­‐resident.    Location:  UMaine  Extension  OfOice,  377  Manktown  Road,  Waldoboro.

Foraging  for  Wild  Plants  with  Tom  Seymour,  Naturalist,  Maine  Guide  and  AuthorThis  class  consists  of  a  classroom  session  with  a  narrated  presentation  of  edible  and  medicinal  plants,  followed  by  an  outdoor  Oield  trip  to  locate  some  of  them.    The  goal  is  for  participants  to  gain  a  new  understanding  and  a  better  appreciation  for  the  usefulness  and  health  beneOits  of  native  wild  plants.    Class  meets  Saturday,  May  9  from  10:00    am–  12:00  pm  at  Union  Elementary  School  in  Union,  followed  by  an  outdoor  Oield  trip  from  12:15  –  2:30  pm  at  Rowan  Tree  Farm  in  Union  (Route  235).    Fee:  $39/$44  non-­‐resident.    Tom  Seymour’s  book  credits  include  Wild  Plants  of  Maine,  Hiking  Maine,  Birding  Maine,  Fishing  Maine,  Forager’s  Notebook  and  many  more.

To  register  call  the  adult  education  ofOice  at  832-­‐5205  or  register  online  at  www.msad40.maineadulted.org.