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Weekly Update Oct. 27 - Nov. 3

October 27th, 2023



October 27th - November 3rd, 2023

We observe that a child occupied with matters that awaken his interest seems to blossom, to expand, evincing undreamed of character traits; his abilities give him great satisfaction, and he smiles with a sweet and joyous smile. 
Maria Montessori
Citizen of the World, p. 96

Happening this week:

Friday Coffee Hour:

There is no coffee hour this Friday, October 27th. 

Join us after drop off next Friday morning.
 
Our faculty guest will be: Rachel McGinnis, CH Assistant, Aftercare Coordinator, and Alumni Parent

Parent Observations:

Children's House and Elementary Classroom Observations   

Oct. 23rd through Nov. 8th    Sign Up


Tuesday, Oct. 31st:

Who Am I?

Our annual Halloween celebration where Elementary children choose a favorite literary or historical character and create a costume and a set of clues about their identity. Costumes are brought to school and put on after lunch. 

Pumpkin Carving/Painting Contest:

Pumpkins should be carved and decorated at home.  At drop off, bring in your spookiest, funniest, or most creative carved or painted pumpkin to adorn our wall in front of the school!
Prizes will be awarded.


Wednesday, Nov. 1st:

Fire Prevention Day!

In the morning, Firefighters will come to LMS for YPC children to familiarize them with their basic equipment and firetruck.

Children’s House and Elementary children will travel across the street for an engaging interactive experience at the fire house. 


Friday, Nov. 3rd:

1st Friday!

 

Play Date  & Game Night

The First Friday of each month, families are encouraged to meet on the playground for a play date after school followed by a family game night!
Alumni are welcome to attend!
View our calendar of events 
Link the LMS calendar to your preferred electronic calendar to stay up to date on school happenings and volunteer opportunities.

Montessori Moment...

Talking Respectfully to Your Children

  • by Jane Jacobs

"Learn to Look and Listen - Montessori stresses the importance of carefully observing a child as he goes about his work. This is one of the ways we can show respect for the child, another major premise of the Montessori philosophy. We often jump to conclusions and step in without taking into account what our child might be doing, thinking, or feeling. Put down the phone, turn off the television, watch, and look into your child’s eyes when you speak."

MontessoriLife AMS Magazine  READ THE ARTICLE

 


Looking Ahead...

November 10th: 

Parent - Teacher Conferences.  Sign up link will be sent shortly.


November 17th:

Community Circle:

Find community in our circle of families! Come together with other parents and relatives as we discuss topics concerning raising children of all ages and how to support them in a Montessori way at home to reinforce what they are learning in the classroom. 

The next Community Circle event will be hosted off campus prior to the Harvest Feast on Friday, November 17th at Patty's restaurant in Litchfield.

As a reminder, the Harvest Feast is a 1/2 day and marks the beginning of our Thanksgiving Break. 

February 23rd, 2024


Wine & Beer Tasting

and Silent Auction:

Mark your calendars!
Our largest fundraiser will be happening on 
Friday, February 23rd 2024
at The Litchfield Inn.
Send us your ideas for auction items!

March 2024


 

Photo Days have been rescheduled!

Individual and class photos will take place upon return from Spring Break.

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