Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School hosted its first-ever "Lunch with a Loved One" event last Friday, bringing families together for a celebration of community and connection.
An impressive 71% of families joined in, making the picnic burst with smiles, laughter, and special moments.
Families and friends arrived with picnic blankets and lunches ready to share quality time with their students. As a special reward for reaching 100 positive referrals, Principal Hallisey and Assistant Principal McGuckin wore their pencil costumes at lunch. They will continue to wear them to boost their theme this year and reward students for their hard work.
Each grade level had a dedicated half-hour lunch period to spend with their families. Student Den ambassadors helped direct students to their loved ones, and families checked in with staff to make the event run smoothly.
When asked about their favorite part of the lunch, one of the den ambassadors summed it up perfectly: "We’re having fun and spending time with family."
The feedback from families was overwhelmingly positive. This event was a great way to promote family engagement and create lasting memories