May Newsletter

Dear Readers,

April flew right passed us but that does not mean we didn't make super fun memories! We continued with our Jiujitsu classes and started going to a Science Club. We learned a lot about Earth Day and what we could do to clean and save our planet. During Good Friday, we hopped on a bus and went to Hampton Beach to do an Easter egg hunt and play on the beach. To close out our full-day Friday, we announced the winners of our Annual Basket Bonanza. There were so many awesome baskets - we were so thankful to all who donated and sold tickets! During April Vacation, we went swimming at the Kennedy School and visited our friends at Farrington Nature Linc to have a camp fire and eat s'mores. We also went hiking and built forts during our time at Farrington Nature. In collaboration with Cambridge Bike Give Back, Bike Connector, JRA Cycles, and so many more contributors, MLC co-hosted a Bike Raffle which provided around 40 bikes for our Mystic families and friends. We ended our long awaited vacation with a trip to Franklin Park Zoo - it was such an amazing day! To close out the month, MLC's April Family Event was hosted by Jasmin from Craft Club.

We are so excited for the month of May, especially for our 13th Annual Spring for Children Fundraiser on May 18th (more info below!).

Sincerely,

Your Mystic Learning Center Team

Don't forget about Night Groups!

We're always looking for more teens and pre-teens to join in on the fun for the next few weeks! Click the link below for more info or to register.

Reminder: Night Groups will not meet on Thursday May 18th. The last day for Night Groups will be on Tuesday May 23rd - join us for an end-of-year celebration!

Night Groups will begin again in mid-October. Be sure to look for registration info in September!

• Darien - 5/14

Holidays!

• May Day - Monday May 1st
• Cinco de Mayo - Friday May 5th
• Mother's Day - Sunday May 14th
• Memorial Day - Monday May 29th
• May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
  

Every day of the week, we create lesson plans according to our daily themes:

Movement/Mindfulness Monday: Activities to get the body moving, whether it's yoga and connecting with their minds, playing kickball, or a game of capture the flag.

STEAM Tuesday & Thursday: Science, math, technology, arts and crafts, oh my! These activities focus on creativity and building.

Service Learning Wednesday: Activities focused on giving back to our community, whether it's making a card for the elderly or picking up trash in our neighborhood!

Fun Friday: Activities based on all things fun! The activities range from cooking and baking to playing at the park.

• Mother's Day Movies to Watch With the Kids
  
• YES Day

  Family-Friendly Movies That Celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage

• Turning Red
• Moana
• Over the Moon
• Finding 'Ohana
• Lilo and Stitch

The MLC & MELC will be open as early as 12:00 pm.

• Somerville Public Schools: Wed 5/10 5/24
• Prospect Hill Academy: Every Wednesday
• Medford Public Schools: Wed 5/10
• Stoneham Public Schools: n/a

• Monday May 29th - Memorial Day

• May 29th for Memorial Day

Our Parent Meeting will be on Monday, May 8th from 6:00-7:30 pm in the community room.

• Meetings are on the second Monday of the month unless stated otherwise.
• Parents are responsible for picking up their children at 5:30 pm, eating family dinner together in the community room, and signing them back in for childcare during the meeting.

Personnel, Improvement, and Policy Committee Monthly meeting will be on Monday, May 15th, from 6:00- 7:30 pm at the Mystic Learning Center.

The Mystic Learning Center, Inc. is hosting its 13th Annual Spring for Children fundraiser on Thursday May 18, 2023. The event will include silent auction items, raffle baskets, music, delicious food, and a limited open bar - all in support of Mystic Learning Center, Inc.’s mission to improve the lives of low-income children and families who live in the Mystic Public Housing Development and surrounding neighborhoods. We hope you can join us!

Click here for more info: https://mysticlearningcenter.org/spring-for-children-2023

Click the button below for the direct link to purchase tickets/sponsorship packages.

Reminder: Night Groups will end on Tuesday May 23rd.

As of April 28th MLC summer programs are full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please complete the registration form. You will be notified when a slot opens up.

Click below to learn all of the information about our programs! We're licensed by Massachusetts to provide child care for youth between the ages of 2.9 -13 years old. Youth with special needs can attend up to age 16.

** At the moment we aren't accepting children under 5 due to not having a Lead Preschool teacher.

Do you enjoy working with children? If yes, join us at the Mystic Early Learning Center today and work with an energetic and great group of students! We are now hiring for a Lead Preschool Teacher/ Preschool Director.

Are you 21 years of age? Have an Associate Degree in education or a related field? Can you work independently, support team needs as they arise, be flexible, and work in a fast-paced environment? Do you relate well with a diverse low-income community and local community agencies? If yes, click the link to learn more about the Lead Preschool Teacher position!

Hiring for the 2022-2023 school year. ** $1,000 sign on bonus, $500 after the first week of employment; $500 after 3 months ** This position is 30 to 40 hours a week. Start Date: Immediately

The Human Service Division of the City of Somerville Department of Health and Human Services is now available to take online referrals for services through a new online contact form. Referrals may be completed by individuals directly seeking services, parents or guardians, service providers, or community partners.

The services provided are available at no cost to Somerville residents of all ages and include:

• Supportive counseling for individuals and families
• Briefcase management
• Service coordination for individuals and families
• Information and Referral to services
• Including mental health services, utility and benefits assistance, workforce development, housing support, youth services, financial literacy, legal assistance, survivor services, literacy, and language development, public health services, substance misuse services for youth.

• School consultation, support, and advocacy