June 2026 Newsletter

• Thursday, June 4th - MTP Ceremony
• Saturday, June 6th - McKean's Graduation (3 pm)
• Monday, June 8th - 8th Grade Move-Up Ceremony; last day for 8th graders
  
• Tuesday, June 9th - 5th Grade Move-Up Ceremony
• Wednesday, June 10th - Last Day of School for Students
• Tuesday, June 30th - Meadowood Summer Program Begins

THANK YOU to all the parents who provided treats and emailed staff for Staff Appreciation Week! We are so grateful to have parents like you!

After 30 years of dedication and compassion, Meadowood celebrates the retirement of Tom Dricken. Thank you for the countless lives you’ve touched, the encouragement you’ve given, and the difference you’ve made every single day. Wishing you a retirement filled with happiness, relaxation, and all the adventures you deserve!

On Friday, May 8th students across the Meadowood Program gathered at McKean HS for the 4th Annual Meadowood Mile Health Fair and PBIS Celebration. This event combines health education with celebrations to honor our students' positive behavior and promote healthy lifestyles. Staff and students walked a mile around the track, stopping at various health stations focusing on healthy eating, movement, mental wellness, hydration and more! PBiS celebrations included sensory bin stations, a tattoo station, photo station, and a dance party. Check out Meadowood's Facebook Page for pictures of the day.

• Dates: Tuesday, June 30th - Thursday, July 30th

• Monday - Thursday - Summer program will be 4 days/week

• Location: All students will attend at Forest Oak Campus

• Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

• No days off for July 4th

• SUNSCREEN: Remember to apply sunscreen to your child prior to coming to school so they are protected when participating in outdoor activities. Please complete the permission form and return to school.

Upcoming seniors can access the scheduling site either through the customized link provided or by visiting the Legacy Studios website and searching by school. Both the school customized link and a link to the Legacy Studios website are provided here:

· https://seniors.legacystudios.com/

· https://seniors.legacystudios.com/thomas-mckean-hs.../

For assistance, contact customer care at:

· Call: 716-512-6336

· Email: customercare@legacystudios.com

· Chat: https://seniors.legacystudios.com

Will your student be participating in Unified football, cheerleading, basketball and/or track next year? If so, you can schedule an appointment at the School Based Health Center/Wellness Center for them to complete their DIAA Sports Physical. Students need to be registered at the School Based Health Center/Wellness Center. Visit their website here for more information.

Summer can be a time of transition for students with changes to their weekly, sometimes daily, schedules. Help students prepare for summer school by reviewing the Going to Summer School social story with them.

Dravet Syndrome Awareness Month takes place each June in the U.S., and International Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day is observed on June 23rd. By raising awareness of Dravet syndrome, our community can increase knowledge in the general public; improve early diagnosis; assure that patient families have the information they need to manage their loved one’s care; and reduce the feelings of isolation faced by patients and their families. This June, purple isn’t just a color – it’s a movement. Join the Purple Drives Progress Challenge and help move research, awareness, and hope forward for families living with Dravet syndrome.

Save the date for Thursday, June 18, 2026. For more information and purchase tickets, click here

The Center for Disabilities Studies at the University of Delaware is hosting a FREE virtual webinar on Accessibility: Empowering All Learners. Given the range of learning styles and abilities of students today, educators need technology and resources to accommodate and personalize learning. Apple builds accessibility features into every product, so everyone can use them in ways that work best for them. Join them to discover how Apple allows all students and teachers to explore, communicate and create. Register for this free virtual event at here

• Remember to check if your student has an extra pair of clothes (including underwear & socks) in school in case of accidents or spills. Make sure they are updated for the seasons!

• Dress for the weather!
  

• If your student requires use of glasses or a hearing aid, please send these to school every day! Vision and hearing are important for your child to be successful in school.

• Keeping hydrated is important! Please send in a labeled water bottle with your student.

• SUNSCREEN: Warmer days are returning! Please consider placing sunscreen on your child prior to coming to school so they are protected when participating in outdoor activities. This is very important for any field trips that will be outside! Please complete the permission form and return to school.




PLEASE BE MINDFUL! IF YOUR STUDENT IS SICK, PLEASE KEEP THEM HOME!




DISTRICT POLICY STATES:

• A student must be fever free (without medication) for 24 hours before returning to school.

• If a student is out for vomiting or diarrhea, they must be symptom free for 24 hours before returning to school.

There is no new information at this time. Please visit the district's dedicated webpage for updates.

Ready for a "stay-cation" that everyone can enjoy? Delaware State Parks offers great accessibility features — from wheelchair-accessible cabins and miles of paved trails to beach mats and all-terrain track chairs that help people explore nature with confidence. Check out what’s available for your next outdoor adventure! https://www.destateparks.com/accessibility/

Special Olympics Delaware Summer Camp are officially open for both campers and counselors! Don’t wait—spots fill up fast!

Big dreams start here at Camp Fairlee! Learn more about this exciting adventure and sign up your loved ones today! Click here for more information. Scholarships are also available.

Information about Respite Weekends

Days of Summer Camp is a fun day camp experience for children with Down syndrome ages 3-13 and their siblings ages 3-10. Young adults ages 15-25 are encouraged to serve as Counselors and will receive 40 hours of documented community service for their time. Applications are due by June 1, 2026. Apply here.

iCan Shine is a nonprofit organization that provides quality recreational programs for individuals with disabilities.

iCan Swim Camp - July 20-24, 2026. Click here for more information; scholarships are available.

Summer Camp is held each summer for children with special needs and their siblings. (9) 1-week sessions offered throughout the summer. Students must be age 5+ and in school to participate. Field Trips are included. Click here for more information.