YSD1 Parenting Partnerships
May 2023
Dear Parents & Families,
This newsletter is intended for YSD1 families involved in Parenting Partnerships and/or have children in YSD1 schools. Each month various activities will be highlighted in order to help you stay actively engaged with your child(ren), community and schools. Happy Reading!
Jessica Elliott (Parenting Partnerships & Family Resource Center)
I AM ONE: A Book of Action by Susan Verde
“How do I make a difference? It seems like a tall order for one so small. But beautiful things start with just one.” One seed to start a garden, one note to start a melody, one brick to start breaking down walls: Every movement and moment of change starts with purpose, with intention, with one. With me. With you.
To view a video read aloud, please click below:
Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae
Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he gets some encouraging words from an unlikely friend. With light-footed rhymes and high-stepping illustrations, this tale is gentle inspiration for every child with dreams of greatness.
To view a video read aloud, please click below:
Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | Sensory Friendly | Story Time for Kids - YouTube
Lola at the Library by Anna McQuinn
Learn about the library, checking out books, and story time with Lola. Every Tuesday Lola and her mommy go to the library. Lola meets her friends there. They share books and don't have to be quiet all the time. The nice librarian tells stories. There is a big machine that buzzes Lola's books in and out, and she can take any books she wants home with her. Lola and her mommy always stop for a treat on the way home. No wonder Lola loves the library.
To view a video read aloud, please click below:
Cougar Cub Centers at Parenting Partnerships
We have planned multiple developmental centers for children 4 and under. Parents/caregivers will be guided, with the support of Parent Educators, to work with their children in fun, creative play centers. There will be a focus on fine motor, gross motor, and language development. Come join us and have a great time learning and engaging with your child!
May dates: May 5th and 12th (Last day of CCC for program year)
SCDE Family Engagement Coach Lunch & Learn- Spanish Sessions
YSD1’s Parenting Partnerships Hosts:
Ready, Set, Kindergarten: Family Engagement Sessions
Each 30-minute session will engage families in supporting child development at home. Sessions are offered in Spanish by SCDE Family Engagement Coach Lydia Carnesale along with the support of YSD1’s Parent Educator Olga Menendez. Sessions are open to any Spanish Speaking families with children 7 years old and below. Lunch will be provided.
May Date: May 10th (12-1pm)
Connected & Ready Parents at JES and HGSES
Parents, caregivers and families are you looking for ways to support the positive leader in yourself? Sessions will be hands-on and fun-filled along with offering a comfortable setting for you to connect with other parents. Please see the timeline below for more detailed information.
JES: YSD1 Connected & Ready Parents 2023: Jefferson Elementary School (microsoft.com)
May Date: May 4th (10-11am)
HGSES: YSD1 Connected & Ready Parents 2023: Hickory Grove-Sharon Elementary School (microsoft.com)
May Date: May 5th (10-11am)
Mrs. Sylvia McCoy
Mrs. Sylvia has been a Parent Educator for YSD1 for more than 20 years! Her dedication and compassion for helping those in need and building long-lasting relationships speaks for itself. THANK YOU MRS. SYLVIA!!! WE LOVE YOU!
Mrs. Olga Menendez
Mrs. Olga has been a YSD1 Parent Educator for over 4 years. She brings multilingual support to not just her families but our community along with a passion for early childhood and impacting others. THANK YOU MRS. OLGA!!! WE LOVE YOU!
Need Direct Support or Resources? Drop In or Call Us
Parenting Partnerships & Family Resource Center also houses information and educational materials for parents/caregivers. Learning games, family engagement materials and books are available to check out for up to 2 weeks. There are many used books that we give away through the support of Early Learning Partnership (ELP) and community donations. We also have donations of diapers, pull-ups, formula, coats and used baby equipment that are also available to any family in need. Please contact us at 803-684-1504 for specific details.
York County First Steps
York County First Steps is a community partner of YSD1's Parenting Partnerships and is available to support you in your parenting and help you guide your child’s learning and development.
United Way of York County
Our mission is to help 3,000 York County families achieve financial stability by 2030. We want to help local families who struggle to live above the poverty line gain financial independence.
All On Board Coalition
Committed to saving lives by increasing community drug and alcohol awareness, educating students, providing support to parents, and partnering with local community agencies to prevent youth drug and alcohol use in York County.
NAMI Piedmont Tri-County
We work with those in need, those who are underprivileged, and those who are underserved and often isolated. We aim to rebuild hope and recovery for those who have a mental health diagnosis.
Early Learning Partnership of York County
ELP is working to ensure that young children in York County are ready to learn in school and in life. By mobilizing people, leveraging resources, and empowering social, emotional, and early literacy programs, ELP is preparing children, birth to age five, for school success.
