Blast Off to K @BlastOfftoK
Providing resources and experiences for families preparing for a smooth transition to kindergarten. blastofftok.org St Paul, MN Joined October 2017-
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CITYWIDE DROP OFF EVENT - Sat. 6/8 at MN State Fairgrounds 8 a.m.-1 p.m. @cityofsaintpaul residents can drop off and dispose of electronics, appliances, construction materials and more. Some costs may apply. To learn more, visit stpaul.gov/drop-offs
Add some Joy to your June!
Awww... Finally, warmer, sunny weather to enjoy! Please use some of the suggestions highlighted in the June calendar to explore your outdoor communities! @SPPS_OEL @caprwheadstart @SaintPaulParks @SPPS_News @stpaullibrary @GinaOEL
Flint Hills Family Festival is happening now! Come be creative with us in the Blast Off to Kindergarten tent! @SPPS_OEL @SaintPaulParks @stpaullibrary @caprwheadstart @GinaOEL @ThinkSmallMN @TheOrdway
Have you heard of Roaming Rec? It's a free drop-in summer program for youth at parks around the city! Stop by this summer for free athletic programs, arts & crafts, snacks and more! #roamingrec For more information, visit stpaul.gov/roamingrec.
Attention families with high school students...
Think about it! Be PRESENT for each and every second!
Meaningful May - Day 14: Recall three things you've done that you are really proud of 👍 actionforhappiness.org/meaningful-may #MeaningfulMay
Happy 1st Day of May! There is a lot happening in our communities... get out there and enjoy! @SPPS_OEL @cityofsaintpaul @stpaullibrary @SaintPaulParks @caprwheadstart @GinaOEL @BrendaNatala @SPPS_News @ThinkSmallMN
Please help spread the word!
Make your May Meaningful!
So much FUN blasting off to kindergarten! 💕 💗 💕 @SPPS_News @BlastOfftoK @JoeGothard @MNChildMuseum #FunIsGood
If children feel safe, they can take risks, ask questions, make mistakes, learn to trust, share their feelings, and grow. ~ Alfie Kohn
The Circulator Bus Routes below can get you to and from the Blast Off to Kindergarten event at the MN Children's Museum for FREE on April 25! (Please note: The buses we are using are coach style buses from the Jefferson bus line.) @SPPS_OEL @GinaOEL @caprwheadstart @stpaullibrary
Is your child entering Kindergarten in the Fall? Our FREE "Practice Going to Kindergarten" event at the MN Children's Museum is Thursday, April 25th from 3:30 - 7:00 pm!! Register today! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… @caprwheadstart @SPPS_OEL @GinaOEL @stpaullibrary @MNChildMuseum
Come share your thoughts, feedback and expertise with Saint Paul 3K!
Come share your thoughts, feedback and expertise with Saint Paul 3K!
Reminder: There is no school on Friday, April 19, for all grades at SPPS. It's a professional development day for school staff. spps.org/calendar
Why stay at home on a summer afternoon when you can play with friends, go on field trips, participate in nature activities and more! Sign up for Summer Blast at tinyurl.com/summerblast2019.
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