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Start the school year stocked and ready! ✏️📚 Pittston Area students are invited to stop by the PAFT 1590 School Supply Drive on Monday, August 17, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at Sullivan Park to pick up their back-to-school essentials!
about 2 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Blue flyer with school supply clipart and the text The Pittston Area Federation of Teachers (PAFT 1590) School Supply Drive SULLIVAN PARK, PITTSTON MONDAY, AUGUST 17 10AM-12PM Questions? Email mara.davis@pittstonarea.com Students attending Pittston Area are welcome to pick up their back to school needs!
📬 You’ve Got Back-to-School Mail! ✏️🍎
Be on the lookout for Back-to-School letters sent home by our administration with important information to help families get ready for a wonderful new school year!
And don’t forget—our Open House is next Tuesday, August 25! 🏫💙 Families will have time to meet their teachers and then hear important information from our principals.
🍎 KINDERGARTEN
👩‍🏫 Meet the Teachers: 8:30–8:55 AM
🎤 Discussion with the Principals: 9:00–9:25 AM
✏️ FIRST GRADE
👩‍🏫 Meet the Teachers: 10:00–10:25 AM
🎤 Discussion with the Principals: 10:30–10:55 AM
📚 SECOND GRADE
👩‍🏫 Meet the Teachers: 11:30–11:55 AM
🎤 Discussion with the Principals: 12:00–12:25 PM
We can’t wait to welcome our students and families back through the doors and kick off another great school year! 🍎✏️📚
Check the mail, mark the calendar, and get those backpacks ready—back to school is almost here! 💙
about 2 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Letter from the principals PITTSTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 Rock Street Hughestown, Pennsylvania 18640-3618 ARTHUR J. SAVOKINAS, Principal Phone: (570) 654-2415 Ext. 5000 Fax: (570) 883-1381 arthur.savokinas@pittstonarea.com August 1, 2026 Dear Primary Center Parents/Guardians, The first day of school in the Pittston Area School District is Wednesday, August 26th, 2026. Your child is enrolled at the Martin F. Quinn, Primary Center. I welcome you and your child to our school community. To ensure the first day of school runs smoothly, a name tag with your child's teacher and room number. Please have your child wear this name tag for the first two weeks of school. A school-wide messenger phone call will provide your child's bus stop location and time. Starting time: 8:53 A.M. Car student's drop-off time starts at 8:25 A.M. Dismissal times: 3:00 P.M. Car riding students 3:10 P.M. Bus dismissal begins On Tuesday, August 25th, our Back-to-School Open House will include a Meet the Teacher session followed by a brief Welcome and Discussion with the Principals. To help ensure a smooth experience for all families, please attend during the scheduled time for your child's grade level. Following the grade-level schedule will allow everyone the opportunity to meet with teachers and receive important information about the upcoming school year. * AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER * GRADE MEET THE TEACHERS DISCUSSION WITH THE PRINCIPALS KINDERGARTEN 8•30-8:55 9:00-9:25 FIRST GRADE 10:00-10:25 10:30-10:55 SECOND GRADE 11:30-11:55 12:00-12:25 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES .•.. ... .. ••.. During this informal time, you will learn about our curriculum, meet your child's teacher, and visit your child's classroom. Throughout the time frame, you will also have the opportunity to visit the following school services in our lobby. Metz Group: Breakfast and lunch options, information on free and reduced lunch, and school birthday celebration packages. + School Nurse: School immunization and medicine procedures. Guidance Counselor: Learning strategies and social skills through our PBIS Program. Children Service Center: School based service offered to help students better manage feelings and behavior, and interacting with their peers so that learning can occur. Title I Teachers: • Mrs. Rava - Kindergarten • Mrs. Chaump - First Grade • Mrs. Bruno - Second Grade Pittston Area PTO: PTO officers will be available to meet with parents, provide information about the PTO, and sign-up parent/guardian interested in membership. * Students picked up will be assigned a dismissal number as part of our School Safety Procedures and Protocols. Parents/Guardians must present this number at the door every day for their child to be released at dismissal. Otherwise, a picture Id is required. Dismissal numbers can be picked up in the office prior to the start of school on Wednesday, August 26th, or during Open House. The Primary Center Staff is excited for a new year! Together, we will work to ensure your child's success. To make your child feel comfortable, have them bring their favorite backpack, lunch box, water bottle, and snack. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 570-654-2415 ext. 4. Sincerely, Principal Auto Ran Mr. Arthur Savokinas Assistant Principal Affany Ferentine Mrs. Tiffany Ferentino
📚⚾ Keep Reading This Summer with the RailRiders! ⚾📚
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders support reading programs throughout the school year—and now students and families can continue the fun with the RailRiders Summer Reading Program!
Reading over the summer helps children maintain the skills they worked so hard to build during the school year and can help prevent the “summer slide.” Even a few books can make a big difference!
📖 How many books should you read?
• Preschool–Kindergarten: 7 read-to-me books
• Grades 1–4: 5 books
• Grades 5–12: 3 books
• Adults: 3 books
This program is open to readers of all ages!
After completing the reading log, email the finished bookmark to communityrelations@swbrailriders.com. A RailRiders staff member will then send an online ticket redemption link.
🎟️ Tickets may be redeemed for games on:
⚾ August 4
⚾ August 18
⚾ August 19
⚾ September 1
⚾ September 15
Keep turning those pages and enjoy a fun night at the ballpark! 📚⚾
2 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Rail riders summer reading flyer The RailRiders Summer Reading Program Redeemablefor Gameson: August4 August18 August19 September 1 September 15 Pleasefillout thereadinglogontheback Triple-A Affiliate of the For all ages! # Book Title 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Preschoolto kindergarten:7 read to me books Grades1to4:5 books Grades5to12:3 books Adults:3 books How manybooks doI need toread? Full Name: _____________ GradeLevel: ____________ Pleaseemailyour completed bookmark to communityrelations@swbrailriders.com. A staff member will bein touch with theonline ticket redemption link.
Rail riders summer reading flyer The RailRiders Summer Reading Program Redeemablefor Gameson: August4 August18 August19 September 1 September 15 Pleasefillout thereadinglogontheback Triple-A Affiliate of the For all ages! # Book Title 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Preschoolto kindergarten:7 read to me books Grades1to4:5 books Grades5to12:3 books Adults:3 books How manybooks doI need toread? Full Name: _____________ GradeLevel: ____________ Pleaseemailyour completed bookmark to communityrelations@swbrailriders.com. A staff member will bein touch with theonline ticket redemption link.
📚✏️ Supporting Our Classrooms! 🖍️🍎
The Pittston Memorial Library’s Children’s Department is collecting school supplies to help support local classrooms and teachers!
Donations of new school supplies will help our educators create welcoming, well-stocked learning spaces for their students throughout the school year. Every donation—big or small—can make a meaningful difference! 💙❤️
We are so grateful to our friends at the library and to everyone in our community who continues to support local students and teachers. Thank you for helping our classrooms start the school year ready to learn, create, and grow! 🌟
#PittstonArea #SupportOurTeachers #SchoolSupplyDrive #CommunitySupport #BackToSchool
3 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Children's library supply collection display
Children's library supply collection display
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The Pittston Area Family Center’s Parents as Teachers program invites families to a special Touch-A-Truck Group Connection!
Children will have the opportunity to explore multiple emergency vehicles from the Hughestown Fire Department, Hughestown Police Department, and other Hughestown Emergency Services. Bring your friends and family for a fun, hands-on community experience!
📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Pittston Area Middle School
120 New Street, Hughestown
This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!
This event is supported by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
#PittstonArea #FamilyCenter #ParentsAsTeachers #TouchATruck #StrongerTogether #SaferTogether #CommunityConnection
3 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Group connection flyer. Group Connection August 2026 PHUGHESTOWIN HUGHESTOWN FIRE DEPARTMEN HUGHESTOWIN POLICE STRONGER TOGETHER Safer Together Please join the Family Center for a "Touch A Truck" Group Connection at the Pittston Area Middle School, 120 New St, Hughestown Hughestown Emergency Services will have multiple vehicle available to explore! Invite your friends and family to join. This event is open to the public. Where: Pittston Area Middle School, New St When: August 12 Time: 10:00-11:00
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Families are invited to join PennDOT District 4 and the Pittston Memorial Library for a special School Bus Safety Story Time!
Children will enjoy a fun story while learning important tips for staying safe on and around the school bus. The event will also include:
🛑 School bus safety activities
🎨 Crafts and coloring
🎲 Fun safety games
📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Pittston Memorial Library
47 Broad Street
Pittston, PA 18640
This event is FREE and open to all families! As we prepare for another school year, this is a wonderful opportunity for children to practice important safety skills in a fun and engaging way.
Let’s work together to keep our students safe on the road and beyond! 💙♥️
3 months ago, Aryanna Davis
School bus safety storytime flyer- PENNDOT DISTRICT 4 partners with Memorial Library SCHOOL BUS Learn today, stay safe tomorrow! SAFETY STORY TIME SCHOOL BUS Join PennDOT and the Pittston Memorial Library for a special story time all about school bus safety! We'll read a fun story, learn important tips, and enjoy hands-on activities together. STOP FUN. ACTIVITIES, INCLUDE: SAFETY STORY TIME CRAFTS & COLORING SAFETY GAMES This event is FREE and open to all families! SATURDAY, AUGUST 8TH, 2026 11:00 AM PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY 47 BROAD STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640 Let's work together to keep our kids safe on the road and beyond!
🎒✨ Back-to-School Countdown! ✨📚
A brand-new school year is just around the corner! Be sure to check out our Back-to-School FAQ page for helpful information about arrival, dismissal, meals, transportation, school supplies, and more.
📅 Meet the Teacher: Tuesday, August 25
🍎 First Day of School: Wednesday, August 26
We cannot wait to welcome our students and families back for a year filled with learning, friendship, creativity, and plenty of Patriot pride! ❤️💙
Please review the FAQ page and save it for future reference. See you soon, Patriots! ✏️
3 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Faq handout

Attention Patriot Football Family and Youth Athletes!

Registration is officially open for the 2026 Pittston Area Youth Football Camp! This camp is perfect for anyone interested in football who will be entering Kindergarten through 6th grade for the Fall ‘26 season.

It is highly recommended for athletes playing or interested in playing youth football for the Duryea Wildcats or Pittston Junior Patriots, including Flag players.

Camp Schedule & Information:

Monday, July 6, 2026: 3rd to 6th Grade
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Registration begins at 11:45 AM)

Tuesday, July 7, 2026: Kindergarten to 2nd Grade
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Registration begins at 11:45 AM)
Please note the K-2nd grade camp concludes at 2:00 PM.

Location: Practice fields located right next to the Jimmy Cefalo Alumni Athletic Center.

Attire & Preparation: Athletes should wear gym clothes and appropriate athletic footwear (either cleats or gym shoes work great). Please ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the day's weather.

Cost & Payment Details:$30.00 per camper (and $20.00 for each additional sibling). The cost includes personalized instruction, a camp T-Shirt, and refreshments.

Registration deadline is June 19th.

We accept Venmo (send to @PAFootballBoosterClub and include your athlete's name and "Youth football camp"), cash, or checks made payable to the Pittston Area Football Booster Club. For cash or check arrangements, please connect with a coach or board member.

Spaces are limited, so click the link below to fill out the Google Form and secure your spot today.

Sign Up Here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfArlk2vOLPKQoYfcOkjvj-ufunzDUH8FcoyT1ikO2mP9biDA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=114905474570918124769

All future schedule changes or updates will be communicated directly via the email address provided during registration.

For immediate questions, feel free to contact Coach Russick at paul.russick@gmail.com

4 months ago, Tiffany Ferentino
Youth Camp

☀️🎉 That's a Wrap, Primary Center! 🎉☀️
Just like that, another amazing school year has come to an end! From the first day of school jitters to the final hugs, our students have learned, grown, explored, created, and made memories that will last a lifetime. ❤️📚✏️
As we head into summer, we encourage our families to enjoy every moment—read a good book, play outside, make new adventures, and create wonderful memories together. 🌳📖🍦☀️
To our kindergarten and first grade students, we can't wait to see your smiling faces back at the Primary Center next year! And to our second graders, we are so proud of you as you take the next big step to the Intermediate Center. We know you will continue to shine and make us proud.
Today also marks a special farewell to a beloved member of our Primary Center family, Mrs. Sue Falcone. After a remarkable career dedicated to children and education, Mrs. Falcone is retiring. Throughout her years in Pittston Area, she touched countless lives as a Family Center educator, 4th grade teacher, kindergarten teacher, and most recently as our 2nd grade reading specialist. Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping children succeed have made a lasting impact on generations of students and families. 💙📚
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Falcone on her well-deserved retirement and wishing her many years of happiness, relaxation, and new adventures! 🌸👏

4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Sue falcone infront of the patriot logo
💙🪑 A Place for Friendship, Inclusion, and Community! 🪑💙
Our new Buddy Bench serves as a special reminder that no child should ever feel alone. The purpose of the Buddy Bench is to help students feel included during recess and other activities by providing a welcoming place where friendships can begin and kindness can grow.
More than just a bench, it represents our commitment to building a caring school community both inside and outside the classroom. When students see a classmate sitting on the Buddy Bench, it's an invitation to reach out, include others, and make someone’s day a little brighter.
A heartfelt thank you to the LoPresto, Walski, and Ranieli classes of 2025–2026 for donating this meaningful addition to our playground. Together, we are helping create a school where every student feels seen, valued, and included. ❤️🤍💙
#PatriotPride #BuddyBench #ChooseKindness #BuildingCommunity
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
Students in front of a buddy bench
⚾📣 Good Luck, Patriots Baseball! 📣⚾
The Pittston Area Primary Center was bursting with Patriot Pride today as our students lined the driveway to cheer on the Boys Baseball Team as they headed off to the Class 5A Quarterfinals in Fredericksburg! ❤️💙
Armed with handmade signs, pom-poms, and plenty of enthusiasm, our kindergarten, first, and second grade students gave the team a sendoff to remember. The cheers echoed through the campus as our youngest Patriots wished their hometown heroes the best of luck on the big stage.
Seeing former Primary Center students represent Pittston Area with pride is always special, and today's celebration reminded us that once a Patriot, always a Patriot! 🇺🇸⚾
Good luck in the quarterfinals, Patriots! We're all rooting for you! ❤️🤍💙 #PatriotPride #GoPatriots #PAFamily #FuturePatriots
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
Primary center students outside cheering on the baseball team
🎨✨ Creativity was on full display at the Pittston Area Primary Center! ✨🎨

Our students explored a variety of open-ended art experiences that encouraged imagination, problem-solving, and self-expression. Students created digital artwork with Mrs. Reza, explored art centers filled with collage materials, paint, and building supplies with Mrs. Davis, and used colorful sidewalk chalk to help beautify the front of our school.

When children are given opportunities to create freely, they learn to express their ideas, take creative risks, and develop confidence in their unique talents. We love seeing our young artists transform everyday materials into extraordinary creations! 🌈🖌️💡

#PittstonAreaProud #CreativeMinds #FutureArtists
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
Students with their art
🌟🎉 That's a Wrap on Our STAR Bingo Board for the School Year! 🎉🌟
Today, we celebrated the final group of students to earn a special prize through our STAR Bingo Board! Throughout the year, students were recognized for demonstrating STAR behavior by showing Self-control, Taking responsibility, a positive Attitude, and Respect. ⭐
Each time a student was caught making great choices, their name was added to the board. When 10 names connected, those students earned an extra prize from Mr. Savokinas! 🎁👏
As we close out another successful school year, we want to congratulate all of our students who worked hard to make positive choices, be kind to others, and contribute to a respectful learning environment. Your STAR behavior helped make our school a wonderful place to learn and grow! 🌟
Keep shining, STAR students, and have a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer! ☀️😎
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Mr savokinas and students smiling together in front of the star board.
⏰📚 Just a reminder for Primary Center families!
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are Early Dismissal Days as we wrap up another amazing school year! 🎉
These final three days will be filled with special memories, celebrations, and time spent together before summer vacation begins. ☀️🍎
Please be sure to plan accordingly for transportation and afternoon arrangements.
Let's make these last three days of school the best ones yet! ❤️💙🤍
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Graphic for last day of school. Reminder IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, THURSDAY, JUNE 4, AND FRIDAY, JUNE 5 ARE - ACT 80 DAYS. DISMISSAL IS AS FOLLOWS: VANS 12:30 PM CAR RIDERS 12:45 PM SCHOOL BUS Friday, June 5,- IS THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Thank you for a wonderful school year! We wish all of our students and families a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break!
🎓❤️ 💙Once a Patriot, Always a Patriot! ❤️💙🎓
Today, the halls of the Pittston Area Primary Center were filled with excitement as members of the Class of 2026 returned to where their educational journey began. Dressed in their caps and gowns, our graduating seniors took a special walk through the building while kindergarten, first grade, and second grade students lined the halls to cheer them on with enthusiastic chants of “6-7! 6-7!” 📣🎉
Our kindergarten students proudly joined the celebration by wearing their own caps and gowns, dreaming of the day they will follow in the seniors' footsteps. Proud parents welcomed their graduates, and many former teachers were thrilled to reconnect with students who once filled their Primary Center classrooms with laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories.
A special moment of the day was the visit from Mrs. Lisa Morreale, who returned to send off her final graduating first grade class. What a meaningful full-circle moment for students and teacher alike. ❤️
Congratulations, Class of 2026! Thank you for inspiring our youngest Patriots to dream big, work hard, and believe in their future. Your Primary Center family is so proud of you! 🎓⭐❤️🤍💙
4 months ago, Aryanna Davis
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
High schools students in the primary center hallways greeted by students and teachers
Dear parents/guardians,
Please make arrangements to pick up your child's medication from the school health office no later than Thursday, June 4, 2026, by 1:30 pm.

Medications cannot be sent home with students and must be picked up by a parent/guardian or another individual 18 years of age or older. Any medication not picked up will be discarded.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
4 months ago, Tiffany Ferentino
Softball Players Entering 1st thru 5th Grade

Softball Camp with our own Varsity Softball Coaches and Players

Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th: 9:30-12:00

See Flyer for More Details!
5 months ago, Tiffany Ferentino
Softball Camp
🎓✨ Moving Up and Moving On! ✨🎓
Our second graders celebrated their big transition from the Pittston Area Primary Center to third grade at the Intermediate Center with a special Moving Up Day celebration! 💙❤️
The PTO transformed the gym into a prom-style party where students danced with friends, enjoyed delicious snacks, struck their best poses in the photo booth, and made memories that will last for years to come. 📸🎶🍿
A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for sponsoring this special event and for providing every student with a commemorative T-shirt to remember this exciting milestone. 👕🎉
We are so proud of our second graders and all they have accomplished during their time at the Primary Center. Best of luck as you begin your next chapter at the Intermediate Center—we know you'll continue to do great things! ⭐📚🏫
#PAProud #MovingUpDay #FuturePatriots #ClassOf2036
5 months ago, Aryanna Davis
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade teachers in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
2nd grade students in the gym at a peace out second grade party
A student wear an peace out rock street shirt in front of the school
2nd grade student and teacher in the gym at a peace out second grade party
🎶🎷 Swinging into learning! 🎷🎶
This spring, first graders in Mrs. Litchkowski’s, Ms. Imbrogno’s, Ms. Boylan’s and Ms. Richards’ classes had the exciting opportunity to learn about the world of jazz with guest musician and music teacher Mrs. Tara Middleton from Philadelphia, alongside our own music teacher, Mr. Naples! 🎵✨
Students explored the many elements of jazz through scat singing, improvisation, rhythm, and creativity. They learned jazz standards such as Watermelon Man and discovered the contributions of legendary jazz musicians like Cab Calloway and Herbie Hancock. 🎤🎹
Jazz encourages creativity, listening skills, and self-expression, and our students did an amazing job finding their own unique musical voices! 🎶👏
A special thank you to Mrs. Middleton and Mr. Naples for providing this memorable musical experience and helping our students develop an appreciation for this uniquely American art form! ❤️🎺
5 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Jazz musician with first grade students
Jazz musician with first grade students
Jazz musician with first grade students
Jazz musician with first grade students
Jazz musician with first grade students
Jazz musician with first grade students
🎉🎓 End-of-the-Year Fun in Mrs. Luvender’s Kindergarten Class! 🎓🎉
As the school year winds down, Mrs. Luvender’s class has been making memories and celebrating all they’ve accomplished! 🌟
Students enjoyed a special 🎲 Board Game Day, playing favorites like Hi Ho Cherry-O, Candy Land, Connect Four, and Paw Patrol Pop-It. These games helped build teamwork, turn-taking, and problem-solving skills while having lots of fun!
🎩 The young artists also showed off their creativity by decorating colorful hats to wear and enjoy.
🍬 One of the most exciting activities was the “Party in a Bag” exchange! Students decorated brown paper bags and filled them with sweet treats, salty snacks, chocolate goodies, and a surprise treasure. Then, they played a fun game of Hot Potato 🎶🥔—when the music stopped, the bag in their hands became theirs to keep!
What a wonderful way to celebrate a year filled with learning, friendship, and growth. Way to go, kindergarteners! ❤️📚✨
5 months ago, Aryanna Davis
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games
Kindergarten students playing board games