Weekly Update Nov. 17 - Nov. 24
November 17th, 2023
Citizen of the World, p. 54
There is still time to contribute to our annual
Week of Giving
Give to the Annual Fund
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.
Happening this week:
Friday, Nov. 17th:
Let us gather in celebration TODAY November, 17th.
Today we begin our Thanksgiving Break.
If you are unable to participate in our celebration, please ensure your child is picked up at 12:30 PM
All parents are invited to join us for a Parent's Breakfast at Patty's restaurant in Litchfield after drop off.
Relax and enjoy the company of our community while your children prepare a small meal to share at lunch. (RSVP via Remind)
Children's House and Elementary Parents are invited to partake in our annual celebration of the Harvest Feast. (YPC Children do not participate in the celebration)
We ask that you gather with us on the field adjacent to the LMS playground at 11:00 AM.
The children will offer their gifts of gratitude and ask that you join them afterward for a small meal.
It is tradition that families participating in the harvest feast bring in reusable bowls (wooden or pottery), mugs, and cutlery. For parents who choose not to partake in the festivities, please be sure to send Children's House and Elementary Children in to school with a set that morning.
Things to know...
No School Next Week!
We hope you and your family have a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving.
Classes resume on Monday, November 27th.
Let everyone know how much your family loves LMS!
VOTE for Litchfield Montessori School
We made it to the Top 5 for the K-8 Schools category.
Share this link (also on Facebook) with your friends and family and Vote LMS!
Montessori Moment:
Grace and Courtesy Beyond Please and Thank You
BY DONOHUE SHORTRIDGE
"Parents want children to be polite, kind, and civilized. But what does it take to foster that outcome? Mammals, especially humans, are social learners. We gain knowledge from our environment and from other people, especially from those whom we love. Unfortunately, we learn both antisocial as well as pro-social behaviors by watching others.
So if there is anything you want your child to know how to do, or a way you want him or her to behave, you should first model it, then show him or her how to do it, offer lots of opportunities for practice, and finally, hold the child accountable."
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.
