MONDAY EXPRESS
MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL
(269)337-0700
Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools
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(269)337-0700
Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools
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Monday, January 21, 2008
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The mission of Northglade Montessori Magnet School, a diverse nurturing family of students, educators and parents, is to prepare each student to become a well-educated, responsible and respectful contributor to family and community by enhancing academic achievement through a literature-rich curriculum that integrates technology, addresses individual needs (social, emotional, academic, and physical) and unique talents, in partnership with family and the community.
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Celebrating a Legacy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.!
Dr. Martin Luther King, (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) raised public consciousness of the Civil Rights Movement and established himself as one of the greatest orators in U.S. history. In 1964, Dr. King became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end segregation and racial discrimination through civil disobedience and other non-violent means. In Montessori education, students learn to continue the work of Dr. King by showing kindness and repsect for all people. Teachers stress peace education and global awareness and unification through daily cultural studies and grace and courtesy lessons. Students learn to embrace diversity and honor the accomplishments of those driven to promote equality and peace.
Book Nook Is Back!
On Fridays, students and parents have the opportunity to purchase inexpensive reading materials in the main corridor between 8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Also, students may select a book and choose to write report in exchange for payment.
January’s Grace & Courtesy Focal Points:
· Show random acts of kindness toward others.
· Remove snow from boots or shoes when entering the building.
· Walk around work on rugs/mats.
· Neatly store personal items in lockers or on hooks in cubby areas.
· Sharpen pencils and discard shavings in trash. Check debris on wall and floor for needed clean up.
“Establishing lasting peace is the work of education…”--Dr. Maria Montessori
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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! – WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!
- January 25th & February 8th – No School for All Students!
- Tuesday, January 29th – Spaghetti Dinner at 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 12th – School Improvement/PTO Meeting (Pizza served at 6:00 p.m. & free babysitting provided!)
- February 12th – 14th – Valentine’s Day Sale
- Wednesday, February 20th (2:10 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.) & Monday, March 10th (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.) -African-American Wax Museum
- Monday, February 25th – Mid-Winter Break/No School!
- Monday, March 10th – Literacy Night from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 26, 2008 - Kindergarten Round Up from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, March 28 – No School for All Students!
- March 31st – April 3rd (Parent-Teacher Conferences/Please Plan on Attending!)
- Wednesday, April 2nd – Half Day of School
- Thursday, April 3rd – Half Day of School
- Friday, April 4th – No School!
- April 7 – 11 - Spring Break / No School!
- Thursday, April 17th – Game Night
- May 5th – 9th Teacher Appreciation Week!
- Monday, May 26th – Memorial Day – No School
- Friday, May 30th – Lunch with Your Child!
- Friday, June 6th – End-of-the Year Celebration
- Wednesday, June 11th – Last Day for Kindergarten
- Thursday, June 12th – Last Day for Grades 1 – 6 & 6th Grade Graduation (10:00 a.m. in the Gym)
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CHALLENGE QUESTION: How will your family celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 21, 2008?
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Visit our fine school at www.northglademontessori.org.
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Visit our fine school at www.northglademontessori.org.
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Cut and return the bottom portion of this newsletter to participate in the weekly drawings (held on Fridays) for free books or bookmarks.
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I have read the Monday Express with my child(ren) and pledge to promote reading in our home this week by _______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________. Signature of Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________________________________
Student(s)______________________________________________________ Date__________Teacher(s)___________________________________________________________
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