Monday Express

MONDAY EXPRESS
WEEKLY NEWS FROM
NORTHGLADE MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL

1914 Cobb Avenue
(269)337-0700
Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
April 25, 2005

We Love Bragging About Our Wonderful School!

Interest in our fine school appears to grow weekly.
We have numerous tours scheduled this semester and look forward to bragging about your child(ren) and the work designed to meet individual needs. Please plan on touring Northglade to “feel” and “observe” the magic created by caring, competent, nurturing teachers who put children first. (Contact the office to schedule a tour soon.)

On the tour you will observe and enjoy...

• Friendly teachers and aides who love children and are passionate about the work.
• Staff with family members enrolled in classrooms.
• Attractive and pristine learning environments.
• Age-appropriate materials and child-sized furniture.
• Spacious work areas that allow students to share materials and/or accomplish individual goals.
• Clutter-free teacher areas masked by spacious work areas reserved for children.
• Classical music infused to direct or calm children.
• Teachers and aides connecting with children (one-on-one or in small groups) at the platform or presentation areas.
• Teachers and aides using polite tone and words. Teachers and aides addressing children at eye level, never bending at the waist or calling across the room.
• Students working hard to treat one another with respect.
• Students working with materials worthy of their time and directly linked to developmental needs and individual interest.
• Students engaged and excited about learning.

We believe that…
“within the child lies the fate of the future.”
(Dr. Maria Montessori)

Important Dates to Remember
Mark Your Calendars!

• IOWA (Make-Up) Testing Continues for Grades 1,2,3,4, & 6 (April 25 & 26, 2005)

• Book Nook (April 2005 – May 2005)
• If you are available to help, please contact our PTO member Ms. Earhart at 337-0700.
• REMINDER – School Improvement/PTO Meeting – May 9, 2005 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m./Meeting) – Please attend!
• Spring Concert - May 18, 2005, 2:00 p.m. (Grades 4-6 ONLY)
• Track Meet – May 19, 2005 (Grades 4-6)
• Science Fair – May 26, 2005
• Lunch with Your Child – May 26, 2005 (Noon – 12:50/ Children’s House & Noon – 12:30 p.m./ Gr. 4-6 & 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m./ Gr. 1-3
• No School – May 30, 2005 - Memorial Day
• Kindergarten Dessert Night – June 2, 2005
• Half Day - June 13, 2005 - Last Day of School for Kindergarten Students
• Half Day – June 14, 2005 - Last Day of School for 1ST – 6TH Grade Students

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WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!

Monday Express

Monday Express
Weekly News From Northglade Montessori Magnet School
1914 Cobb Avenue
269.337.0700
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Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
April 18, 2005
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Families + Teachers = A+ School

Thank you for your continued support as we endeavor to provide high quality instruction in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere. We appreciate your generous donations and look forward to the children benefiting from your support in the following areas:

Needs List for Spring

• Seeds and Soil
• Wicker Baskets
• Iron and Ironing Board
• Small Table and Floor Lamps & Light bulbs
• Placemats and Tablecloths for Tables of Various Sizes
• Books on Tape
• Gently Used Books & Stuffed Animals
• Outdoor Games (Including Sports Equipment)
• Classical Music (CD or Tape/Cassette)
• Framed Artwork (Impressionistic)
• Kitchen Items for May Concert (Pots, Pans, Wooden Spoons, Cookie Sheets, Water & Juice Jugs, Etc.)

Wanted: Parents Able To…

• Listen and Read to Students
• Monitor Students during Recess Outside & Assist with Educational Games and Computers (11:10 a.m.-Noon & 1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.)
• Iron and Organize Donated Clothing in Parent Room
• Dust Materials and Clean Shelves
• Clean Up School Grounds
• Mentor & Tutor Students

Share Talent with Small Groups

Important Dates to Remember

Mark Your Calendars!

IOWA Testing Continues for Grades 1,2,3,4, & 6 (April 18 – April 26, 2005)

Book Nook (April 2005 – May 2005)

If you are available to help, please contact our PTO member Ms. Earhartat
337-0700.

REMINDER – School Improvement/PTO Meeting –
May 9, 2005 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m./Meeting) – Please attend!

Spring Concert - May 18, 2005, 2:00 p.m. (Grades 4-6 ONLY)

Track Meet – May 19, 2005 (Grades 4-6)

Science Fair – May 26, 2005

Lunch with Your Child – May 26, 2005 (Noon – 12:50/ Children’s House & Noon –12:30 p.m./ Gr. 4-6 & 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m./ Gr. 1-3)

No School – May 30, 2005 - Memorial Day

Kindergarten Dessert Night – June 2, 2005

Half Day - June 13, 2005 - Last Day of School for Kindergarten Students

Half Day – June 14, 2005 - Last Day of School for 1^ST – 6^TH Grade Students

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WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!

Monday Express
Weekly News From Northglade Montessori Magnet School
1914 Cobb Avenue
269.337.0700
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Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
April 11, 2005
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Special Invitation for Families

• What: Kindergarten Round Up for the 2005-2006 School Year
  

• When: Wednesday, April 13, 2005

• Where: Northglade Montessori Magnet School (Library)

• Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. &5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

(Please register your child(ren) and reserve your slots for the upcoming school year. Our Children’s House (ages 3,4, and 5) is an authentic Montessori program.)

Test-Taking Tips for Students…

During April 12-26, 2005, the IOWA Test of Basic Skills will be administered to students in grades 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6. This test measures achievement in reading and mathematics. Please follow the suggestions below to prepare for a successful test-taking experience:

• Get plenty of rest.
• Eat breakfast at home or school.
• Exercise to re-energize the body.
• Display a positive attitude when testing.
• Remember your test-taking strategies.
• Do your personal best.

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Important Dates to Remember
Mark Your Calendars!

REMINDER (TODAY) – School Improvement/PTO Meeting – April 11, 2005 (6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m./Meeting) – Please attend!

Book Nook (April 2005 – May 2005)
If you are available to help, please contact our PTO member Ms. Earhart at 337-0700.

Kindergarten Round Up – April 13, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Picture Day (Smile!!!) - April 14, 2005

Spring Concert – New Date - May 19, 2005

No School – May 30, 2005 - Memorial Day

Kindergarten Dessert Night – June 2, 2005

Half Day - June 13, 2005 - Last Day of School for Kindergarten Students

Half Day – June 14, 2005 - Last Day of School for 1ST – 6TH Grade Students
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REMINDER…

Please update all school records with current contact information. Thank you for your assistance.

Parent helpers are needed to monitor students in the cafeteria in the mornings (7:50 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.).

WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!