The Alfred Baumann Library's “Universe of Stories” summer program went out with a “big bang!” Over 350 children, parents, and grandparents gathered to celebrate all of the children’s reading accomplishments and participation in Library programs over the summer.
The Woodland Park School District was one of 28 that were notified this week of pre-K expansion grant funding awards. This $20 million in funding to the 28 districts means that approximately 1,450 additional children across the state will have access to quality pre-K.
At the Sept. 4 Borough Council meeting, the Borough swore in three Special Police Officers, who will serve in our Borough schools. Police Chief Eileen Tiernan said that the three bring a wealth of experience to the district.
Over the summer, a number of spaces were renovated in the three district schools.
Students in Mrs. Szorc's science class at Beatrice Gilmore School in Woodland Park took on a big challenge. In order to win first prize in the Tiny Towers contest, students had to design and build the tallest freestanding tower possible using only 30 straws. The winning tower, pictured below, measured six feet tall.
