Monthly Newsletter

August 2024 Newsletter

July 22, 2024

SUMMER 2024 – Mainspring Sensory Summer Program Students were “in their art era” thanks to the generosity of HEAL Foundation, who sponsored a summer of artistic discovery through adaptive activities for our students with intellectual and developmental differences. Students did nature photography with our friends at the Jacksonville Zoo, expressed themselves in their very own Paint & Sip Day, created a beautiful multimedia school mosaic, and designed their very own tie-dye t-shirts! Mainspring is extremely grateful to HEAL for providing opportunities for our students to apply their learning in unique and memorable ways! Learn More About HEAL Foundation >

July 26th was the 24th anniversary since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed – a law that protects the rights of people with disabilities in all areas of public life like schools, jobs, transportation, and more. It’s there to make sure people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else. Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilites are still speaking out today about expectations that made them feel unheard at school, home, or in the community. As parents, teachers, and friends, it’s important to remember the heart of ADA is self-advocacy. By listening to IDD voices , we can work together to create a safer, more inclusive, and accepting world for our children! Watch “Letting Go of Control and Rethinking Support for Autistic Individuals” here >

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, August 1st– Annual Tuition Due
Tuesday, August 1st– Mainspring Academy Spiritwear Store Open ONLY from August 1st- September 1st!
Monday, August 5th – New Parent Orientation and Meet the Teacher
Wednesday, August 7th – First Day of School
Monday, August 12th – Special Olympics Permission, Vocational Field Trip Permission Due
Tuesday, August 13th – Open Parent Action Committee (PAC) Meeting 9:15am at Mainspring Academy – Welcome Breakfast
Thursday, August 15th – Extended Day Fees Due
Thursday, August 15th – Out-of-pocket Tuition Due

Questions or missing any forms? Many questions and requests can be submitted in the Parent Corner of our website! More Information>

MSA BIRTHDAYS!

Jude – August 2nd

Dylan – August 11th

Drew – August 19th

Sage – August 20th

Ali – August 25th

DIFFERENCE MAKERS

On behalf of the Mainspring Academy community of parents, staff, and supporters, thank you for the compassion and commitment you have shown for our students and school. It is the kindness of our donors and volunteers that has helped us to expand in size and quality, furthering our mission to provide quality, individualized education in a safe learning environment for students with intellectual and developmental differences who are often missed.
Thank you for the differences you make.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

A friendly reminder that all volunteers NOT listed as a student’s parent, guardian, or sibling must complete a Volunteer Application to be kept on file. More Information>

Our first open Parent Action Committee (PAC) Meeting and Welcome Breakfast will take place Tuesday, August 13th at 9:15am in the Mainspring Academy Cafeteria. Sign Up Here>

Volunteer for our Special Olympics Events this 2024-2025 School Year. Sign Up Here>
Volunteer for our Special Events Decorating Team this 2024-2025 School Year. Sign Up Here>
Volunteer for our Art Program this 2024-2025 School Year. Sign Up Here>
Volunteer to help out with projects in the Front Office this 2024-2025 School Year Sign Up Here>

Our annual Sensory Superhero Day will take place Friday, September 13th beginning at 10:00am. (Volunteers will be setting up between 9:00-10:00am). Mainspring students and staff are encouraged to dress representing their parents’ jobs – their favorite superheroes – as we engage with the real-life super heroes all around us!
More Information TBD>

Curious about Mainspring Academy’s needs and how to support us through donations, pledges, or sponsorships? Check out our Ways to Give Page. More Information>