November 30, 2012

Upcoming Dates and Important information

 

·         The next School Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at 3:15 p.m.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

·         Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday December 6, 2012 and Friday, December 7, 2012.  Both Thursday and Friday will be Early Release Days.  Child care will be available beginning at 11:30 a.m.  Check with your child’s teacher to schedule a conference.  You may leave your child in aftercare at no charge during your scheduled conference.  All fees apply if your child is in aftercare outside of your conference time.

·         The Upper Elementary Class is holding a Burrito Breakfast on Friday, December 21^st beginning at 7:30 and ending at 8:45 a.m.  What a great way to begin the Holiday Festivities!  The money raised from the Burrito Breakfast will help fund a field trip.  Breakfast tickets are available from any Upper Elementary student at $3 per plate. 

·         Our Annual Holiday Celebration is scheduled for Friday, December 21^st at 10:00 a.m.  The students will be performing and when the program is over your child may go home.  Aftercare will not be available on Friday, December 21, 2012. 

 

 

ECA Fund Drive:  Your help and support is needed!

Encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to donate ECA funds to Montessori de Santa Cruz.

You do have a choice where your tax money goes.  ECA tax credit donations provide our students the opportunity for extracurricular activities such as group violin lessons, gardening, music, fieldtrips, and art.  These activities would not be possible without the financial support of our community and families. ECA donations can be made in any amount up to $400 for taxpayers filing jointly and up to $200 for a single taxpayer.  (As an added bonus, some employers will match your ECA donation.) You can find the ECA Donation Form on the web at:  www.montessoridesantacruz.org or you can get additional flyers in the Administrative Office. 

Please consider making an ECA donation this year and encourage your extended family and friends to donate ECA funds to Montessori de Santa Cruz.  

 

Burrito Breakfast, December 21, 2012 at 7:30 a.m.

Please support this Upper Elementary Fundraiser!

October 31, 2012

 

History Mystery was held on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 in the Lower Elementary Classroom.  History Mystery is an educational event that requires the Upper Elementary students to research historical characters. Those students then share biographical information and wear costumes they created while the younger students and parents take turns guessing who each student is portraying. We acknowledge the research, writing, creativity, and public speaking skills the students spent developing for their presentations!!

Thank you to everyone that attended Afternoon of Montessori: Watch Me Work on October 17^th.  Your support and interest in Montessori de Santa Cruz is valued and the children took great pride in showing their work.

Thank you for supporting the Campus Beautification Day on Friday, October 19, 2012.  All the work that was done in the garden is significant and we appreciate your help. We are looking forward to a beautiful garden that everyone can enjoy!

Upcoming Events

·         The Montessori de Santa Cruz Board Meeting is Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 3:15 p.m.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

·         Monday, November 12, 2011, is Veteran’s Day observation.  There will be no classes on that day.

·         Friday, November 16. 2012, is an Early Release Day.  School will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. and After Care will not be available.

·         Thanksgiving Break is scheduled for November 19-23, 2012.  Classes will not be held and the Administrative Office will be closed during this week.  Classes will resume on Monday, November 26, 2012.

ECA Fund Drive 

You do have a choice where your tax money goes.  Please read the flyer included in the purple folder today.  ECA tax credit donations provide our students the opportunity for extracurricular activities such as music programs, gardening, fieldtrips, and art.  These activities would not be possible without the financial support of our community and families. ECA donations can be made in any amount up to $400 for taxpayers filing jointly and up to $200 for a single taxpayer.  As an added bonus, some employers will match your ECA donation.

Please consider making an ECA donation this year and encourage your extended family and friends to donate ECA funds to Montessori de Santa Cruz.  An extra flyer has been included in the purple folder for you to share.  If you need additional flyers, please come to the Administrative Office. Thank you for your support of our music and gardening programs!

 

Welcome New Staff Members!

Gabrielle Pour Toujours has taken over the gardening program.  Gabrielle is originally from California and has lived in Tubac since 2001. She is the proud mother of Sofia, a first grader. Gabrielle earned a Bachelor of Science from Humboldt State University in California with an emphasis on Ecological Horticulture. She has traveled throughout Mexico and Guatemala studying traditional agricultural models.

Gabrielle said, “I am so happy to have our school in the community and blessed to serve in the gardening

program.  I hope we will continue to make the garden a welcoming and productive part of the school.”

 John White has taken over the music program.  John is from Tucson and will be teaching on Mondays.  John has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Ball University with an emphasis on Music Composition.  John has thirteen years experience teaching music and will be offering private lessons in guitar, violin, mandolin, and banjo. If you are interested in taking private lessons, please contact John at 219-617-1066 or by e-mail at artcarnie@yahoo.com.

 

 Healthy Lunches Afternoon of Montessori

was fun and educational!

Ms. Cori shared a recipe to make fruit leather...Yummy!

Ms. Esmeralda showed us how to make trail mix.

Ms. Beth taught us how to make healthy yogurt cheese.

Ms. Sarah demonstrated how much sugar was in some snack items.

Ms. Leah showed us how to make healthy snacks or lunch on a skewer.

October 4, 2012

 

Enjoy Fall Break!

School will not be in session on Friday, October 5, 2012, Monday, October 8, 2012, and Tuesday, October 9, 2012 for our scheduled Fall Break.  The Administrative Office will  be closed on these days, as well.  Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 10, 2012.

 

Save these dates on your calendar!

• Thursday, October 11, 2012  Book Club @ 3:15 p.m.
• Monday, October 15, 2012  After School Classes begin
• Wednesday, October 17, 2012 Afternoon of  Montessori "Watch Me Work" @ 3:15 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Early Release @ 11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, October 31, 2012 History Mystery @ 1:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, November 6, 2012 Board Meeting @ 3:15 p.m.
• November 12, 2012 Veteran's Day observed  -- NO CLASSES
• November 16, 2012 Thanksgiving Feast Early Release @ 11:30 a.m.
• November 19 - November 23, 2012  NO CLASSES -- Thanksgiving Break
• Friday, November 30, 2012 and Saturday, December 1, 2012  Luminaria Nights in Tubac
• December 1, 2, 2012 Tumacacori Fiesta @ Tumacacori Mission
• Tuesday, December 4, 2012 Board Meeting @ 3:15 p.m.
• Thursday, December 6, 2012  Early Release/Parent Teacher Conferences
• Friday, December 7, 2012  Early Release/Parent Teacher Conferences
• Friday, December 21, 2012  Holiday Celebration  Early Release

October, 2012

 

 

Planning Ahead…

 

v  The next Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 2, at 3:15 p.m.  Everyone is welcome to attend.                                

v  National Fire Prevention Week is observed October 8-12.  This would be an ideal time to discuss fire safety at home, check smoke detectors, and set up an escape plan and a family meeting place in case of a fire.

v  October 5, 8 and 9, 2012 is our scheduled Fall Break.  Classes will not be held on these days and the Administrative Office will be closed.  Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at 8:30 a.m.

v  Wednesday, October 17, 2012 is Afternoon of Montessori.  The topic for this afternoon is “Watch Me Work”.   This is an opportunity to see some of the things your child has been learning in class.  The classrooms will be open and the children will be showing their work. Mark this date on your calendar!  Afternoon of Montessori is scheduled from 3:15 p.m. until 4:15 p.m.

v  Friday, October 19, 2012 is a School Beautification Day from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. This is a way to volunteer your time and help the school community. There will be various maintenance projects to help with! We need your help! Please consider saving this day to help beautify our school! More detailed information will be coming soon.

v  Wednesday, October 24 is Early Release.   Aftercare will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m.  Your child will not need a lunch unless they are staying for Aftercare.

v  Wednesday, October 31, 2011 is History Mystery.  This is our school’s way of celebrating Halloween. Please look for more information in future newsletters.

 

October Virtues

The virtues our school community is focusing on in October are determination, service, thoughtfulness, and tact.  Try practicing these virtues with your children at home.  Ask your child what they can tell you about these virtues.

 

Many Thanks

Thank you to everyone that attended the International Day of Peace Ceremony on Friday, September 21^st.  It was a memorable ceremony and the students and staff appreciate your interest and support.

Thank you to everyone that attended Afternoon of Montessori, “Healthy Lunches” on September 19th.  The staff appreciates your support of our programs and hopes that it was a fun and educational experience for everyone attending.

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September 2012

Thank you to everyone that attended our Parent Education on August 21, 2012. It was great to see such interest in Montessori philosophy!

Looking Ahead into September! 

•  Due to the Labor Day holiday, classes will not be in session on Monday, September 3rd. Classes will resume at the regular time on Tuesday, September 4th. Have a wonderful extended weekend!
  
  
• The first School Board Meeting of the year will be held on Tuesday, September 4th at 3:15 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
   
• Wednesday, September 12, 2012 is Picture Day. Look for picture packets and pricing information in the purple folder next week. 

• Wednesday, September 12th is an Early Release Day. Students will not need a lunch unless staying for aftercare. Students will be dismissed and aftercare will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m. 

• Come to Reading Club on Thursday, September 13th @ 3:15p.m. Parents, students and siblings are invited to attend. The first session will run from 3:15 until 3:45 p.m. (To participate in Reading Club, children must be accompanied by a parent.)
  
  
• Afternoons of Montessori are informational sessions that highlight and provide information about Montessori education and philosophy. The first Afternoon of Montessori will be held on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 3:15 p.m. The focus will be on healthy lunches. This is going to be a fun, hands-on activity for parents and their Montessori child. Because we need an exact head count, a sign-up registration sheet will be located on each classroom’s bulletin board. Please sign up and mark the date on your calendar. Child care will be provided for younger siblings. 

• Wednesday, September 26th is an Early Release Day. Students will not need a lunch unless staying for aftercare. Students will be dismissed and aftercare will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m. 

“The greatest sign of success for a teacher... is to be able to say, "The children are now working as if I did not exist."” 

Maria Montessori

April 2012

Montessori de Santa Cruz Charter School Notes

April 20, 2012

Silent Auction items are needed for April 28, 2012

The 4th Annual Silent Auction/Talent Show is scheduled for Saturday, April 28^th.  This is a fun community event and is a great way to showcase the talents of our students. Please consider donating items of value for the fundraiser - we are accepting items for the auction until April 23, 2012. Please see your child’s teacher for more information or to contribute.  Contributions are greatly appreciated.

The owners of the DeAnza Trails RV Park, Bob and Amy Solfisburg, have graciously allowed us to use their community room for the event.    The RV Park is located at 2869 E. Frontage Road in Amado.

·        The evening will begin with a spaghetti dinner.  Tickets for the dinner will be sold in advance and will not be available at the door.  Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, April 25^th and are available for $6 per person in the Administrative Office or in your child’s classroom.

·        Dinner will be served from 5:15 until 6:30 p.m.   

·        The Silent Auction will run from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

·        The Talent Show will begin at 7:00 p.m.

·        Mark this date on your calendar for a fun-filled evening.

I m p o r t a n t  I n f o r m a t i o n    -    2^nd Grade Standford 10 Testing

The 2^nd graders will be testing on Monday and Tuesday, April 23 and 24, 2012.  It is always important to get a good night’s rest and eat a good breakfast before testing and everyday.  Everyone needs to be in attendance on testing days.

Spring Picture Day

Spring Picture day is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25, 2012.  Siblings are welcome for Spring Pictures.  Orders are pre-paid.  The office will not be responsible for late orders.  Look for the picture packet in today’s purple folder.

Early Release

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 is an Early Release Day.  Your child will not need a lunch unless they are staying for Aftercare.  Aftercare wil begin promptly at 11:30 a.m.

Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 is the next Montessori de Santa Cruz Board Meeting.  The meeting will begin at 3:15 p.m.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, May 3^rd and Friday, May 4^th .  Both Thursday and Friday will be Early Release Days.  Aftercare will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m.  Child care will be provided at no cost during your parent/teacher conference.  Charges will accrue at all other times.

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March 2012

Montessori de Santa Cruz Charter School Notes

March 30, 2012

Looking Ahead…

·         The calendar for April and May 2012 are enclosed in the purple folder today.

·         The next School Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 3:15 p.m.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

·         Tryouts for the Silent Auction/Talent Show are scheduled for the afternoon of Thursday, April 5^th.   Start making plans for your act now!

·         School will not be in session on Friday, April 6^th and Monday April 9^th for Mid Semester Break. 

·         The 4^th Annual Silent Auction/Talent Show is scheduled for Saturday, April 28th.  The De Anza RV Resort at Amado has offered the use of their Community Room once again.  The evening will consist of a spaghetti dinner, silent auction, and talent show.   Tickets ($6) for the spaghetti dinner will be available in advance and must be purchased by Wednesday, April 25, 2012.   Save this date on your calendar for some family-friendly fun!   

·         Donations for the Silent Auction are being accepted now.  Please bring your items to the Administrative Office after April 10^th.

·         AIMS testing is scheduled for the week of Monday, April 16th through Friday, April 20th.  Everyone in 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th grades  must be in attendance on these days.  Getting a good night’s sleep and eating a good breakfast is important on testing days and every day!

·         Stanford 10 testing, for 2nd grade only, is scheduled for Monday, April 23rd and Tuesday, April 24th.  Second graders must be in school on these two days.  Getting a good night’s sleep and eating a good breakfast is important on testing days and every day!

·         Spring Picture Day is scheduled for April 25, 2012.  Look for a Picture Order Packet in the purple folder soon!

                               

February 2012