CONSTRUCTION UPDATES!
Great news! We have been approved for a crossing guard at the corner of 41st and Sue Barnett! The construction crew has also agreed to move the fence back so we can access more of the walking path in our Spark Park. You should see the change when we return from break. Please continue to exercise an abundance of caution and patience as we all deal with traffic and parking challenges. Remember your children are listening and watching your example as you interact with others!
We will have an official ground-breaking ceremony in January or February. I will keep you posted as we proceed. Thank you in advance for beingflexible as we navigate this adventure!
Public Montessori Education
Did you know there is a National Center for Montessori in the Public Sector? This organization works closely with the American Montessori Society to support the 475 public Montessori schools in the US. Itis a knowledge-centered organization. Our work revolves around the development and dissemination of information that can advance excellent Montessori education in the public sector. Through the creation of a tightly linked and supportive network of schools and a set of comprehensive technical support services, the Center aims to serve as both a convener of a vibrant community of practice and a provider of effective support and solutions for practitioners. I am currently running for election to the AMS Executive Board! See my campaign video at
Montessori Moment
Peace is a practical principle of human civilization and social organization that is based on the very nature of man. Peace does not enslave him; rather, it exalts him.... And because it is based on man’s nature, it a constant, a universal principle that applies to all human beings. This principle must be our guide in building a science of peace and educating men for peace. – Dr. Maria Montessori
Montessori School Accreditation
We are embarking on Montessori school accreditation through the International Montessori Council. If you are interested in helping with this project we still have room for you on a committee!
THANK YOU!!!!
Thank you to our parent volunteers who helped at Parents’ Night Out on Friday and at the Middle School Dance on Saturday evening. Much fun was had by all at each event. Thank you for your dedication to our school as we work to raise funds for the 8th grade trip to Washington, DC!
December Days!
Wear any item to represent the theme of the day. have fun and be creative!
Monday Dec 12 – Holiday hat
Tuesday Dec 13 – Crazy socks
Wednesday Dec 14 – Elves
Thursday Dec 15 – Holiday Sweaters
Friday Dec 16 – Free dress!
Important Reminders!
Dec 6 Winter Feast luncheons at GO
Dec 9 LAST DAY for magnet applications!
Dec 10 Middle School Dance 6th – 8th grade
Only students CURRENTLY enrolled at Garden Oaks or Wilson Montessori may attend.
Must have passing grades and at least an S in conduct to attend
Dec 12 SDMC Meeting
Dec 14 Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Dec 16 Class holiday celebrations
Dec 19 – Jan 3Winter Break! HO! HO! HO!
JANUARY 4, 2017 First day back for students!
Stay healthy! GO to bed early and eat “clean”!
MONTESSORI FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
Did you know we are hosting this national conference June 22 – 25? We are looking for host families, underwriters and volunteers!
From the desk of Dr. Lindsey Pollock, Principal
December 12, 2016 Volume 9, Issue 15