Weekly Update - Litchfield Montessori School | Litchfield Montessori School

“Indeed we have come to the conclusion that the basis of all culture should be given in this period from seven years to adolescence. I mentioned the fact that on this educational plane, giving material was not enough, but material is nonetheless essential. ”

Maria Montessori
Citizen of the World, p. 33

Friday, Nov. 15th:

Friday Coffee Hour:

Join us after drop-off every Friday morning!

Our faculty guest today is Betsy Johnson, Assistant Head of School

Join us next week for a very special Breakfast held at Patty's Restaurant, in Litchfield, CT!

During breakfast, we’ll engage in a Community Circle parent education experience led by Melora Mennesson, who will share insights on the Cosmic Education component of Montessori philosophy.

Friday, Nov. 22nd:

Harvest Feast Day!

8:45 AM Community Circle PARENT BREAKFAST (All Parents Invited)

Please join us for a parent’s breakfast at Patty’s Restaurant in Litchfield after drop-off. During breakfast, we’ll engage in a Community Circle parent education experience led by Melora Mennesson, who will share insights on the Cosmic Education component of Montessori philosophy. Read more

11:00 AM Harvest Feast (Children's House & Elementary Families)

After breakfast, Children’s House and Elementary parents are invited to return to LMS at 11:00 AM for the Harvest Feast. We’ll gather on the field for a celebration of gratitude, followed by a meal prepared by the children. Please note: Only Children’s House and Elementary children participate in this event with their parents. We do not disrupt the morning routine for our youngest community members.

In keeping with tradition, we ask that each person brings a bowl (preferably wooden), cup (preferably tin), spoon, cloth napkin, and a basket to carry them in.

12:30 PM Early Dismissal (All Students)

This event also begins our Thanksgiving Break, with a 12:30 PM dismissal for all students, including YPC.
We look forward to celebrating with you!

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.

Things to know...

Photo Galleries have arrived!

All parents should have received their child's photo gallery from Rebecca Bloomfield Photography.

Your gallery will be open for 7 more days.

This means is that all digital and print orders have to be placed by November 20, 2024. She'll send a few reminder emails between now and then to make sure that everyone who wants to place an order has a chance to. Digital downloads will be emailed to you soon after you order them, and prints will be available for pickup at the school within 4 weeks. Every family that orders will receive a free class photo.

Rebecca will offer a make-up / retake day for those children who were absent.

We certainly enjoyed the gift of Rebecca's peaceful presence in our school to photograph our children (and school pets) this year.

Please reach out to Betsy or Michelle if you have any questions.

New Club Offerings:

Woodworking for beginners - on Wednesdays

Build Your Own Carpenter’s Tool Box

This club is designed for Elementary children who want explore creative wood-working projects! The tool box will last a lifetime and is designed to fit the tools that are included with club registration. The box will be made from 1”X6” unfinished pine and students will carve the handle themselves (using the shave horse). Joinery will be done with wooden dowels or discs using no nails or screws. The box will be designed to hold a small hand saw, chisels, the wooden mallet (that children will make), folding ruler, pencil, carpenter’s crayon etc. Emphasis is on safety through proper use of tools. Respecting wood, its history as a living tree and qualities are woven into the experience.

Director: Ed Thorney

Dates: (5) Wednesdays, December 4th, 11th & 18th, and January 8th & 15th.
Times: 3:15-4:30
Cost: $230

Materials and tools included:

Tools children will use to make the toolbox, and then keep:

Small Japanese pull saw
Set of wood chisels
Wooden Mallet that you have made
Carpenters crayon
Small folding carpenter’s ruler

Hot liquids, and popcorn will be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own snacks too.

A Minimum of 5 students are required for this club to run.

Register today

Community Spotlight:

Anastasio Home

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of Anastasio Home this Saturday! Gabriela Anastasio Holloway and Will Holloway, proud parents of two children in our community, are excited to welcome you to Anastasio Home's Flagship Store! Explore Gabriela’s beautiful home products at anastasiohome.com, and find the store's location details here. See you there!

The Canton showroom will host its grand opening celebration on November 16, 2024, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, inviting the public to join in the festivities. Guests will enjoy a champagne truck, live jazz, and a bespoke key chain workshop led by leather artisan Carolyn Mackenzie.

Great gifts this holiday season:

LMS mugs -

Drop in, or send a Remind to Michelle or Betsy.

$10 each.

Get yours today!

Weekly Update Nov. 15th - Nov. 22nd

November 15th, 2024