Dear NCS Families,
In our ever-evolving digital landscape, it becomes increasingly important to address the potential risks associated with the use of cell phones and social media, especially when it comes to our young learners in grades K-8.
While these technological tools offer numerous benefits, it's crucial to recognize the potential dangers that can impact our children. Cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and other safety issues are real concerns that require our collective attention.
Moreover, I want to draw attention to a growing concern that intertwines with our students' digital engagement — a decrease in reading and math scores worldwide that existed before the pandemic. As our children spend more time on screens, it's essential to balance their online activities with dedicated time for reading and other educational activities. Encouraging offline activities will positively impact their academic development.
As caregivers, we play a pivotal role in guiding our children's digital experiences. Establishing open communication about their online activities, educating them on responsible device usage, setting age-appropriate boundaries, and emphasizing the importance of their growth as readers, writers and mathematicians are essential steps in ensuring their overall well-being and academic success.
By working together, we can create a safe and positive environment for our young learners both online and offline.
Regards,
Adam Bullard
The Lincoln County Dental program will be offering cleanings and evaluations to students in need of dental care. Any student who is not established with a Dentist or is covered under MaineCare is eligible for this service. Forms were sent out earlier this week to all families. If you did not receive a form and would like one, please reach out to me at kodonnell@aos93.org or by phone at 563-3437. A date is TBD, but will be in the next couple of weeks. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know.
Best,
Kayla
Monday, January 8th
Boys Basketball game at North Haven (depart NCS at 830am)
Girls Basketball practice 230-4pm
3rd Grade Farms Kitchen at YMCA
Homework Club 240-340pm
Tuesday, January 9th
Girls Basketball practice 230-4pm
Boys Basketball practice 4-530pm
Homework Club 240-340pm
PTO Meeting 530pm
Wednesday, January 10th
Boys & Girls Basketball Home vs. So. Bristol (Girls game at 345pm, Boys to follow)
Thursday, January 11th
Girls Basketball practice 230-4pm
Boys Basketball practice 4-530pm
Chess Club 230-330pm
Homework Club 240-340pm
Friday, January 12th
CAL to The Apprenticeshop
3rd Grade Senior Buddies at Coastal Rivers