Weekly Update Jan. 12 - 19
January 12th, 2024
Maria Montessori Speaks to Parents, p. 31
Happening this week:
Friday, Jan 12th:
Friday Coffee Hour:
Join us after drop-off every Friday morning!
Monday, Jan. 14th:
School is closed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
A recommended event for all ages:
Tuesday, Jan. 15th:
Pizza Day (Tuesday)!
There is still time to sign up.
Things to know...
Financial Aid:
We are already planning for School Year 2024-2025!
If you plan to apply for financial aid, be sure to complete the FAST application by Friday, February 16th.
Things to know...No
Gala Door Prizes
We're counting on everyone, as part of the Parent Guild, to help create baskets for the Gala door prizes this year. Please select items from this SignUp Genius list and drop them off by the beginning of February.
Things to know...No
LMS Student Art Show!
Artwork will be on display until January 26th at OWL (Oliver Wolcott Library) in Litchfield.
"Forces of Life" - Mixed Media
Our newest art show, Forces of Life, features work from our talented Montessori students. The exhibit offers a look into the power of expression of the individual as well as the whole community. As a central focus of Montessori elementary education, the independence of the child is encouraged as well as the ability to work in partnership within a community and to respect the natural world around us.
The exhibit opens with the American modernist painter whose career spanned seven decades, Georgia O’Keefe. She was known as the “Mother of American Modernism.” From the elegance of the painted form, we move into the tactile perfection of pattern and texture. The elementary students are introduced to the ancient art form of weaving. Lastly, we turned our focus to the art of printmaking. We studied the intricate wood block carvings of German printmaker Albrecht Durer and referenced early printmaking techniques developed in China.
We look forward to your presence at our art show.
Snow Protocols:
Just a reminder that, when it comes to weather delays and cancelations, Litchfield Montessori School typically follows the Litchfield Public Schools’ decision.
Delay Opening: There is no Early Bird care on those occasions and school begins at 10am, unless the forecast requires an alternative.
Early Dismissal: We will let you know as soon as possible via Remind, so you can make plans to pick up your child(ren).
Make sure you’ve signed up for Remind, as this is how we will notify you in the event of a delay, closing, or early dismissal.
Give to the Annual Fund
Thank you to all who have contributed so far!
The participation of every parent in our annual fund campaign is essential. It shows that, as a community, we value and invest in our children's education. It also encourages outside donors and grant organizations to support us, as they see the strong backing by our own community.
Montessori Moment:
5 Tips to Talk to Children about Difficult Topics (When You Least Expect It)
by Neha Vaze, MPH, MAT
"As children grow older, especially 6 and older, they may learn about historical or current events as part of their natural curiosity. However, how do we as parents and caregivers handle questions that come up, especially when we are least expecting them? How do we give them the answers they need to keep coming back to us when more questions arise? Here are 5 tips for if and when you face such a situation:"
Looking ahead...
- Nov22 11:00 AM - Harvest Feast See Details
- Nov22 8:45 AM - Community Circle Breakfast See Details
- Nov25 Thanksgiving Break (School Closed) See Details
- Dec6 3:30 PM - First Friday *After School Playdate* - Winter Craft See Details
- Dec6 5:00 PM - First Friday *Game Night* See Details
- Dec11 5:30 PM Community Circle See Details
March 2024
Photo Days have been rescheduled!
Individual and class photos will take place upon return from Spring Break.
