Fun Halloween Photos from Clinton Elementary School.
On October 31st students and staff got dressed after lunch, had a snack, and some holiday fun!
Here are some pictures of the costumes.
Clinton and Albion Elementary students have been busy reviewing end-of-year music topics from last year and are diving into this year's curriculum! Some favorite songs and games include: The Unicorn Popper, Frog in the Meadow, Skin and Bones, Plate Balance, The Turkey Game, Closet Key, Old Raggy, Hop Old Squirrel, Oh My! Fish in the Sky!, and of course, BoomwhackersⓇ! Lower-wing students will be experimenting with auxiliary percussion, and upper-wing students will soon be playing recorders, ukuleles, xylophone, and piano. Our Chorus and Band students are also busy preparing for their winter concert on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the Williamson Center Auditorium.
Music education contributes a vast variety of benefits to your brain, physical and mental health, and general well-being, and it is fun! Learning to sing or play an instrument has a direct impact on a child or teen’s development; In fact, it is more than twice that of sports, theater, or dance.
So, whether your child is picking up a guitar for the first time or spending hours perfecting their singing or flute skills, you can rest assured it will be more than just music to your ears. It is a worthwhile investment in their future!
At Clinton Elementary small group instruction has a significant impact on student achievement. This teaching method allows teachers to work closely with each student. It provides a teacher with the opportunity and information to support student learning needs, locate strengths or weaknesses and to check for understanding. Here are a few pictures of small group instruction in Clinton.
Mrs. Porter's Pre-K class is hard at work during center time at Clinton Elementary. Center time is a valuable and integral part of early childhood education because it supports various aspects of a child's development, including social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. It creates a positive and engaging learning environment that sets the stage for a lifelong love of learning.
In the first charming picture, elementary school students are racing towards a brighter future as they eagerly campaign for a place on the student council. The 2nd picture captures the essence of democracy in action, where young minds are learning the values of leadership, responsibility, and civic engagement. These students are not just running for office; they are running for the opportunity to make a positive impact on their school community. In the bustling school hallway, campaign posters adorn the walls, transforming the space into a colorful showcase of democracy in action.
Loving our first few days of Kindergarten at Clinton Elementary!
Clinton Primary open house encouragement grams from parents to students courtesy of our guidance counselor; Mrs. Cogan. Encourage grams are a great way to boost our children's confidence and to brighten their day.
Clinton students re-connecting for their first day of school! Happy smiling faces together again!
Clinton Parks and Rec will be holding another Lego/Family game night this evening from 6-8. Come join us!
Please join us this Saturday, April 29th, for our school carnival. All donated items will go to the Waterville Animal Shelter. Students can earn tickets for carnival games by bringing in these donations and/or making a monetary donation. Bring your family for a day filled with fun and games! We will be here from 11-3.
The Student Council is hosting a school carnival on Saturday, April 29th, right here at Clinton Elementary! We are taking donations for the Humane Society and in return, students will receive tickets to use for the games, purchase food, etc. Thanks to Nurse Barton for handling the details.
Welcome back! I hope you had a wonderful winter break. Just a reminder to be sure your child is dressed for the weather. We do go out for lunch recess when the temperature is 10 degrees or above, factoring in the wind chill. If students are playing in the snow, they need to also have boots, snow pants, hats and gloves as well as winter jackets. Thanks for your help with this!
February 2023
Random Acts of Kindness Calendar
1 - Send a thank you letter to someone
2 - Eat lunch with someone new
3 - Leave a note of kindness for someone
4 - Practice kindness with a family member
5 - Leave positive notes around the house
6 - Help the teacher clean up the classroom
7 - Take some time for yourself today
8 - Ask someone what’s going well in their life
9 - Shower someone with kindness today
10 - Introduce yourself to someone new
11 - Relax and do something you like today
12 - Perform a random act of kindness today for a family member
13 - Give a special note to a teacher
14 - Do something today that you will be proud of
15 - Write a letter/note to someone who would never expect it
16 - Be sure to donate to our school’s souperbowl
17 - Do something extra kind for someone today
18 - Do something kind for your family today that they wouldn’t expect
19 - Play a game with your family
20 - Share something with your teacher that you like about them
21 - Tell your teacher what the best thing is about being in their classroom
22 - Read to your younger brother, sister, cousin, or friend
23 - Choose to play with someone different at recess today
24 - Smile at everyone you meet today
25 - Enjoy a family dinner together
26 - Do what you want to do today for yourself
27 - Dance a happy dance today
28 - Wish everyone you see today an amazing day
Happy New Year to all our Clinton Families! I wish you the very best in 2023! Take GOOD care!
The last day to buy candy grams is Friday, December 16th. Thanks for supporting our student council and for bringing some Christmas joy into the lives of everyone in the district!
Don't forget about the Holly Jolly Dance this Friday, December 2nd, from 6-8! Santa will visit, there will be a photo booth with holiday props, a DJ, popcorn, and the PTO will be selling their bulldog swag! Come one, come all!! There is no admission fee. Parents MUST accompany their children.
Please vote Tuesday, November 8th, on Voters Referendum Question 1. The new school is 100% state funded! A new building will help us increase efficiency, enhance and increase programming opportunities, replace aging school buildings, and create a PK-6 campus. We are excited about this incredible state-funded opportunity! We will lose this gift for our children if this Question is not supported on Tuesday, November 8th. Please remember that this new school is FULLY FUNDED by the state. If we pass this up, they will give the funds to the next school in line. Please do everything you can to spread the word and support our students! Thanks and take care!
Good Afternoon Clinton! So great to see the students dressed up today. Just a reminder that we are NOT wearing costumes on Monday. Clinton Parks and Rec is sponsoring a trunk or treat event on Sunday, October 30th in Old Mill Park from 12-3. All are invited! Finally, we need to change our pick up times. Students who are picked up will be dismissed at 2:40 with the day care kiddos. Students who walk/ride bikes will be dismissed at 2:45. Bus students will remain the same, dismissed at 2:50. Thanks, take care and enjoy your weekend!
Crazy hair day is scheduled for Friday, September 30th. Show us what you can do!
Good Afternoon Clinton. Please pay special attention to this message. The buses have been arriving at school for 8:15, so we will CHANGE the start of our day. Students may be dropped off at 8:15 and will be considered late if they arrive after 8:30. THIS WILL NOT AFFECT THE TIME YOUR CHILD IS PICKED UP IN THE MORNING, AS THIS IS THE TIME THE BUSES HAVE BEEN ARRIVING ALREADY. The end of the day will change as well, with walkers leaving at 2:40 and pick up will be at 2:45. The busses will leave at 2:50 so expect your child to be home a bit earlier than they have the past two weeks. This change will take place on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th. Any questions, feel free to reach out to me. Thanks, take care, and enjoy your weekend!