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Letter from Goodman Community Center to MMSD Board of Education
May 18, 2026
A proposed change by MMSD would eliminate buses from Lowell and Emerson elementary schools to Goodman’s after-school program. While the change may provide the district with short-term savings, it does so at significant cost to the affected students, their families and the broader east side community.
Impacts, Kids, Dear Community, Elementary School
A weekday off from middle school is more than a fun day for GCC students
March 19, 2026
On days when middle school students do not have school, Goodman staff create structured opportunities for youth.
Lussier LOFT Middle School, Eastside News Stories, Lussier LOFT, Kids
The power of play and adventure is an important way to teach young children
November 6, 2025
Each day, GCC children dive into exciting experiences that go beyond traditional learning.
Eastside News Stories, Childcare, Kids
Exploring emotions through fine art
June 13, 2025
Art provides a unique avenue for kids to explore and express their emotions, develop self-awareness and practice essential relationship skills.
Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids, Ballweg Gallery
Building connection through greetings and goodbyes
May 9, 2025
Greetings and goodbyes are key tools we use to build connection, trust, and a sense of belonging, while also helping children practice important social skills.
Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids
Teaching children how to identify and solve problems
April 25, 2025
Learn about Yellow House's favorite problem-solving activities
Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids
Practice calming breaths with preschoolers
March 26, 2025
Calming breaths help children calm their bodies and minds, giving them the clarity they need to handle tough situations.
Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids
Why Do We Use Play-Based Learning? Blocks Edition
February 19, 2025
Learn how building with blocks also builds self-confidence and curiosity
Activities for Kids, Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids
Teaching children self-help skills
February 6, 2025
These foundational skills not only support early education but also set the stage for lifelong success.
Activities for Kids, Childcare, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kids
Elementary after-schoolers’ reading journey began with ‘The Wild Robot’
November 11, 2024
After reading for 15 minutes every day, the children celebrated with a viewing of Peter Brown’s book on the silver screen.
Eastside News Stories, Kids, Elementary School
We'd love to introduce you to "The Fab Five"
August 6, 2024
Meet one special family with five kids in our childcare program
Impacts, Childcare, Families, Kids, At the Center, Elementary School
Boy Scout Troop 34 bids farewell after almost 85 years
November 28, 2023
Boy Scout Troop 34 will be retiring its troop number at the end of 2023 and merging with Troop 29.