December 3, 2023
At Saccarappa, students and teachers are working to build a community of compassion and understanding by being “rainbows in somebody’s cloud.” Inspired by Dr. Maya Angelou, this ...
November 27, 2023
Teachers are learners, too! The Saccarappa School teachers are being trained in computer science instruction using Lego kits from the #MaineTeachesCS initiative. The Westbro...
November 9, 2023
Firefly visited Saccarappa this week to perform for our fourth grade students as part of their Local Stories Project. Firefly's lights and music filled the gym as the students l...
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October 26, 2023
Dear friends,
My heart is breaking over the tragic events in Lewiston last evening. I’m sure we are all struggling to make sense of such a horrible tragedy so close to home. Pl...
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October 10, 2023
We are excited to share that Saccarappa's fourth grade is participating in a Local Stories Project this fall. The Local Stories Project is an innovative arts project that combi...
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September 21, 2023
Saccarappa Elementary is working closely with Maine PBIS to improve the culture, climate, and achievement of all students within our school. Many schools throughout the state ...
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August 10, 2023
Saccarappa will provide school supplies for every student this upcoming school year. We only ask that families send children to school with a backpack, refillable water bottle, c...
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June 30, 2023
Even though the school year just ended, we are already looking forward to the students' return in August. Mark your calendars!
Back to School Open House - All families are i...
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June 16, 2023
Dear friends, It's the last day of school! On behalf of the entire Westbrook School community, I would like to say thank you to our students, families, and staff for a wonderful...
May 19, 2023
On Wednesday, Antonio Rocha, a phenomenal storyteller and mime, visited Saccarappa to share his stories with our students and staff. Antonio has performed in forty-four states an...
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May 13, 2023
This past week, the Westbrook School Department celebrated Staff Appreciation. To say that the staff felt "appreciated" is an understatement. Students showered staff with cards ...
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March 31, 2023
Thank you to the guest readers who joined us this month to help us celebrate our Read Across the World initiative. Mayor Foley shared one of his favorite books with a few of our...
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March 20, 2023
Saccarappa will be hosting a Kindergarten Meet and Greet for all parents and guardians of incoming kindergarten students on Wednesday, March 22nd, at 7:40 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Pick...
March 11, 2023
On Friday, representatives from the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services , as well as Maine's Full Plates Full Potential , visited Saccarappa to cel...
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March 3, 2023
During the month of March, Saccarappa teachers and students will be reading books that reflect various cultures around the world. After reading a book, grade levels will mark the ...
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February 15, 2023
Cupid visited Saccarappa School over the weekend and covered the hallways and common areas from floor to ceiling with hearts. To say the students and staff were surprised when th...
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February 2, 2023
Quarter 2 Report Cards are being distributed Thursday, February 2nd. Be sure to check your child's backpack to see how they are performing so far this school year.
Westbrook's...
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December 17, 2022
Mrs. Statczar's first grade class adopted a troop of 15 army soldiers stationed overseas. They began by sending cards and letters for Veteran's Day and opted to continue through ...
December 17, 2022
Katrina from Ecomaine visited Saccarappa today with Crusher, the Maine Celtics mascot, to teach students about trash and how to cut down on waste. While the students were ecstati...
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November 22, 2022
The 4th grade classes enjoyed learning about Wabanaki history through map kits borrowed from the Osher Map Library. The students hunted for places in Maine that have Wabanaki na...