Monday Express

MONDAY EXPRESS

NORTHGLADE MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL
An American Montessori Society (AMS) Accredited Public School
(269)337-0700
Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal

Monday, April 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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How can I encourage my child(ren) to read?

Some teachers say that reading is the most basic of all learning activities. Kids need to be able to read so they can learn other subjects and communicate what they already know. Reading can help children learn throughout their lives. And reading can be one of the cheapest . . . and most enjoyable forms of entertainment.
Here are some ways you can encourage your child to read :
How can I encourage my child(ren) to read?
Some teachers say that reading is the most basic of all learning activities. Kids need to be able to read so they can learn other subjects and communicate what they already know. Reading can help children learn throughout their lives. And reading can be one of the cheapest . . . and most enjoyable forms of entertainment.
Here are some ways you can encourage your child to read :
How can I encourage my child(ren) to read?
Some teachers say that reading is the most basic of all learning activities. Kids need to be able to read so they can learn other subjects and communicate what they already know. Reading can help children learn throughout their lives. And reading can be one of the cheapest . . . and most enjoyable forms of entertainment.

Here are some ways you can encourage your child to read :

¨ Expect your child(ren) to read each day. Set aside a special quiet time for reading and make it part of the daily routine.

¨ Have books and magazines available. A weekly trip to the library can keep your home filled with interesting things for your child(ren) to read.

¨ Limit the amount of time spent watching television. Time spent in front of the TV is time that isn't spent reading.

¨ Let your child(ren) see you reading. What you read doesn't matter. You might read the sports pages. You might pick up a mystery novel. But your child(ren) will see that you make time for reading.

¨ Try reading aloud. Of course, young children should be read to each day. But kids are never too old to enjoy hearing a favorite book read aloud.

(Article adapted from KPS Title I Website.)

April’s Grace & Courtesy Focal Points:

· When visitors ask, “How are you?” your answer should include, “I am fine. How are you?”

· Give a sincere compliment to someone doing good things. Start your statements with words like…”I like how…”, “That was really good when…” “I noticed when…” “Nice job on…”

“Free the child’s potential, and you will transform him into the world”
--Dr. Maria Montessori

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER - MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!

¨ Thursday, April 24th - KPS School Board Meeting to Recognize the Northglade Staff and Montessori Program – (Please arrive at 6:45 p.m. at the Administration Building on 1220 Howard Street)

¨ College Awareness Week (April 28th – May 2nd)

¨ Tuesday, May 6th – Millage (REMEMBER TO VOTE!)

¨ Thursday, May 8th (NEW DATE) – Game Night!
¨ May 5th – 9th Teacher Appreciation Week!

¨ Tuesday, May 13th - School Improvement/PTO Meeting (Pizza served at 6:00 p.m. before the 6:30 meeting & free babysitting provided!)

¨ Thursday, May 22nd – Girls on the Run 5K at Western Michigan University (6:30 p.m.) Please support our girls!!!

¨ 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)

MILLAGE UPDATE!!!
DON’T FORGET TO VOTE
ON TUESDAY, MAY 6TH

Visit our fine school at www.northglademontessori.org.

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