MONDAY EXPRESS
(269)337-0700
Dr. Terina Harvey, Proud Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools
-------------------------------------------------Monday, September 8, 2008
What is the “Monday Express?”
Twice a month, parents and students will read about upcoming school happenings and important dates. You can also expect to receive learning and parenting tips and reminders about safety, behavior, and other important building procedures and routines. The principal’s office is committed to providing ongoing communication between school and home. Please contact the school with questions, concerns, and comments or use the suggestion box in the office. Together we will make the difference at Northglade Montessori.
Our PTO Needs You!
The Parent-Teacher Organization serves as an instrumental force in providing for our wonderful learning environment. At this time, parents are needed to join the important work of the PTO. Please attend the monthly meetings and/or contact President Kizzy Bradford for details.
Read to Learn…Open Doors
This year, we will continue to stress the importance of reading daily at home to build skills, gain confidence, and acquire enjoyment from the author’s message.
September’s Grace & Courtesy Focal Points:
· When others give compliments be sure to give good eye contact and say, “Thank you!” “I appreciate your kind words,” etc.
· Quietly open and close doors to avoid disrupting others.
· Sit in chairs without rocking or leaning on back legs.
· Cough or sneeze in fold of arm. Use arm to cover mouth and nose.
Friendly Parent Room Available During the School Day (Please Visit!)
We are very proud to once again invite parents to visit the Parent Room to check out interesting reading materials, use the computer, attend meetings, relax and work on school and personal matters.
Upcoming State and Local Tests
During October, please be sure to support your children in taking the MEAP (Grades 3-6) and the Cognitive Abilities Test (Grade 2) by encouraging them to get plenty of rest, eat healthy meals, and do their personal best on the tests. These tests are important and measure students’ knowledge in the core content areas.
Questions & Answers About Montessori!
We are excited to offer your child(ren) a quality education at Northglade using the Montessori approach. Children learn to explore, expand, and excel! You are invited to visit classrooms during the school year to gain a deep understanding of how and what students learn. Below are some commonly asked questions about Montessori:
Where did Montessori come from? Montessori (pronounced MON-tuh-SORE-ee) education was founded in 1907 by Dr. Maria Montessori , the first woman in
How is Montessori Different from Traditional Education?
Montessori emphasizes learning though all fives senses. Developmentally appropriate materials of interest are presented in small groups and one-on-one. Children work at their own pace and explore activities from hundreds of possibilities. Traditionalists set goals for the majority not individual students.
Visit our Website
to learn more about Montessori at
NorthgladeMontessori.org.
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Magnificent Dr. Maria Montessori…
“Only the best for the smallest.”
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
WE LOVE NORTHGLADE!!!
- Thursday, September 18th – PTO/School Improvement Meeting begins at
- September 15th – 23rd (Fundraiser)
- Tuesday, September 23rd – Open House w/ Book Fair (
- Thursday, October 30th – Skate Party from
- November 20th & 21st – Vision & Hearing Screening
- December 15th & 16th
- Monday, November 3rd – Picture Day (Smile!) & Picture Retakes on Monday, December 8th
- Thursday, January 22nd – Family Game Night!
- February 11-13 – Valentine’s Day
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