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For a complete listing of resources for Families in the Greater Saint John, see "Everything you Need To Know".
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Wow, Summer just flew by and Fall is a few moments away.

September is an exciting month! It is a time for new beginnings, making new friends and renewing old friendships. Some of you will be sending your little ones of to school, preschool, or daycare, some for the first time (like me). Others are gearing up to start fun, community programs with your kids, In this issue we have featured back to school information and information on community programs.

Our monthly event listing is jammed packed with fun activities. See below, for details on our September contest.
 
Exciting news, sjkid is now on Twitter! 
 
Continue to log on to sjkid daily,  to view classified ads, participate in our forum,  and find out what is going on, in our events calendar, there is always something new you won't want to miss!
 

Sincerely,
Catherine Derry, Site Administrator for sjkid

Back to School/Preschool
It's that time of year; time to go back to school/preschool/daycare. Time to get school supplies, new clothes, and  for some new routines. For those sending their child for the first time or for those new to the area, this may seem a little bit overwhelming. Here are some links that may help ease your transition:

Local School Districts: We have links and info about the 3 area school boards

Daycare/Preschools: Finding the right preschool and/or child care centre for you little one can be a difficult task.

Home Schooling:
Here you will find some links to information, for those who decide to Home School.

Tutoring/Homework Help: Sometimes our kids need a little help, to keep up with their school work.

Resources for Families with Disabilities: Here are some resources to help make that transition to school/preschool a little easier.

School Aged Children: Worried about your child starting school? We have a forum board for  those with school aged kids, where parents share information and offer great advice.
 
Highlights of September Events:

There is a lot going in September. Here is a sneak peak:

To find more events go to the What's Happening Calendar.

September's  Contest
TailwagEnter this Month's Contest, for a chance to win a Tail Wags Helmet Cover. To enter, visit the September Contest in the forum and tell us;  what tips do you have for getting the kids on a routine and out the door, this fall? Contest closes September 10th.

A big thank you to Tail Wags for generous prize donation.
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Community Programs

September is here. Many parents of babies and preschoolers, use this time of year to get into a routine and join a program for little ones. A great way to reconnect with old friends and old routines, or embark on a new adventure. Many programs start  back up in September. Here are just a few programs the Greater Saint John area has to offer:

 Please make sure to contact your group to find out their start date and registration policy. 
Winner of August's Contest
August's Contest in the Forum asked; what you do on a dreary summer day, when you can't take the kids outside to play? Winner of a 10 Visit Play Pass to Just Play was rodeofire.

Thanks to all that entered. What a lot of great ideas for Rainy Day Fun! And a big thanks to Just Play for generous prize donation.