From the Main Office
Dear Families,
Welcome to Perkins School! We are proud of our school where we feel that every staff member here strives to make a difference in the lives of children. We have talented adults working with our students comprised of incredible teachers and support staff. We are ready to support “Every Student, Every Day” both academically and socially to create a culture of learning, paving a path for future success.
We know that by working collaboratively we will ensure an excellent education for your child. Please remember, your child’s academic success requires teamwork. It is essential that our parents and community members are partners in learning, and we believe it is our job to ensure we are providing the framework and foundation for that relationship. We encourage all parents to become involved in our school. We have a wonderful parent organization, the Perkins School PTA, which supports us and provides fun and educational events for students throughout the year. We also have many opportunities for parents to volunteer at events and in our classrooms.
We know that each day will bring new experiences for our students that will be positive and engaging. We look forward to working with you and your child to ensure a productive and safe learning environment that learning environment that promotes the highest levels of student success.
Sue Achille, Principal Greg Herbst, Assistant Principal
Sarah Griepsma, Secretary Amanda Crowder, Secretary
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Perkins School Values, Mission and Vision
VALUES:
We believe that with appropriate support and in a nurturing environment, all students can learn.
MISSION:
Together at Perkins School, we will provide an environment that is safe, positive, fun and engaging that enables our students to thrive in their learning and growth in all areas including academic, social and emotional.
Vision:
Perkins School students will show their HEARTS through Hard work, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork and Safety.
We would like the opportunity to present our workshops, Supporting School Success to the parents/guardians/caregivers of students within your school district, grades kindergarten to three.
The Supporting School Success program is a series of five 2-hour, research based interactive workshops. The first two foundational sessions cover core skills parents need to become active partners with their child’s school (creation of a learning environment in the home and effective communication among family members). For the remaining sessions, parents choose three out of the following five activities: reading and writing, math, homework, problem solving, and teaching skills. In addition, while parents are participating in the workshops, their children attend Kid’s Kamp, where they participate in engaging activities that reinforce the program’s content.
Come join us for Math and Movement Night on March 20th. Click the link to learn more about it!
Parenting from the Heart is a workshop that will be on Thursdays March 7th-April 11th 12:00-3:00 at the Newark Public Library Community Room. This is a free parenting class based on Positive Discipline, and includes lunch, childcare and transportation if needed. The deadline for registration is March 1st.
