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Spring Has Sprung!

Apr6

The birds are singing, the pollen and pollinators are are flying, and warmer weather is right around the corner.

I hope you all have taken the opportunity to spend lots of time outside when the weather allowed, and lots of time engaging with each other inside when the weather was a bit less conducive to being out.

School starts again Monday, April 8 and we have a lot on our plates.   In order for your child to do their best, they need lots of rest and a predictable schedule.  Please help your child get back on a school schedule this weekend so they can be their best selves.  The expectations for work and behavior in the class have not changed, and we will begin our day Monday reviewing the rules and practicing grace and courtesy.

With the passing of Spring Break, we enter RISE testing season.  Although, as a teacher, I understand end of year testing is but one piece of the puzzle that shows student growth and progress, it is a very important piece.  Rushing through or guessing because he/she wants to have “free time” does not benefit your child.  In fact, it makes it more difficult to evaluate what they know and don’t know.

Within the classroom Ms. Kari and I try to maintain a relaxed approach to these exams.  This does not mean we do not take the exam seriously, nor does it mean we expect your child to do less than their best.  Please make sure you have a serious conversation with your child about doing their best on these exams.   Support your child with healthy meals, plenty of rest and opportunities to talk about what they are doing in the classroom.  The more opportunities you take with your child to apply what he/she is learning, the better understanding they will have.

RISE TESTING DATES/TIMES

Thursday, April 18 9:00-12:00 – Science

Monday, April 29 9:00-12:00 – ELA

Wednesday, May 1 12:00-3:00 – Math

Thursday, May 9 9:00-12:00 – Writing (5th grade only)

 

6th and 9th Grade Jr. Artisan Fair Announcement and Signup Link

Sep23

Please join us for our first Jr. Artisan Fair! This showcase of hand made goods is put on by our 6th and 9th grade students to help raise money for their upcoming field trips. This fair will be running during the same hours and location as the Maria Montessori Academy Fall Festival, come and enjoy two great events at once, all while supporting our students!

Please note that Artisan Ally is a cash only section at the Fall Festival and will not accept tickets to purchase items.

If your child is interested in joining the fair and selling items to raise money for upcoming MMA field trip please fill out this form:
https://goo.gl/forms/eaI6CNdYEha2sI1b2

If you have other questions please feel free to contact MAPA atmapa@mariamontessoriacademy.org

 

End of Year Schedule

May20

It’s hard to believe that we have nearly completed another school year.  Time flies when we are working hard and learning a lot.

Please be aware of these important end of year activities and celebrations.

May 22-26 – Early release 1:00pm

May 22-24 – Book Fair – Buy one get one free!  Help us grow our classroom library!  Purchase a book for your child and donate one from our basket of options (or your choice)!!

May 22-24 – PTC – Please sign up here!

May 25 – 6th Grade Graduation – 10:30 Gymnasium (Best dress recommended)

May 26- Last day of school!  (School’s out for summer!)

Please be aware, dress code is required for the last week of school.

 

 

Important Year End Dates

May9

Final Sage Test – Science

  • Monday, May 15

Spirit Week

  • May 15 – Crazy Hair/Hat Day
  • May 16 – Crazy Sock Day
  • May 17 – Mix and Match Day
  • May 18 – PJ Day
  • May 19 – Dress Down Day (No Logos – Bring sunscreen and sun hats for field day)

Final Week of School – Early Release 1:00pm all week long 

  • May 22-26 – Early release 1:00pm
  • May 22-24 – PTC – sign up here
  • May 25 – 6th grade graduation – 10:30 – Gymnasium
  • May 26 – Last day of school

 

Honor Choir

Sep6

This is a message from our Music Specialist, Ms. Connie, regarding Honor Choir.

                                                     MMA Honor Choir

MMA is excited to offer a before school Honor Choir for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.   They will be learning and having fun at the same time!  We will practice on Wednesdays before school at 7:40 a.m. in the morning and go till 8:30 a.m..  Practices will start on September 7th .   Below is a practice and performance schedule.  Please make sure you can be there for all of these!

Fall:

Practice schedule:        Sept 7, 14, 21, 28

Oct 5, 12, 19, 26

Nov 2, 9, 16, 30

Dec 7

Performance dates:     Nov 17, Gratitude feast

Dec 8, Evening Holiday concert

Spring:

Practice schedule:         Jan 18, 25

Feb 1, 8, 22

Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

April 12, 19, 26

Performance dates:      April 27, evening Spring concert

May 4, evening MAPA meeting

May 19, possible graduation ceremony* TBD

May 23, 24 during school bridging ceremonies

 

*You can choose whether your student participates for half of the year OR the full year.     The cost for half year is $30 per student.  The full year is $60 per student.   If half way through the year you know your child wants to participate the rest of the year, you can re-register in January.

Sign up quick before the spots are filled! 

Try to get registration and payment in before September 5th!

 

*Registration forms can be picked up at the office, or they are in the newsletter.  Use the online links to pay and get the registration form from the newsletter .

http://mariamontessoriacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/August-29th-MMM-1.pdf

*I am in need of Parent volunteers.  I would need someone (or a few) that can play piano and can be at all the practices on Wednesday mornings.  I would appreciate any other help also.  We will have props, costumes, etc. to coordinate.  Contact me with any questions through email if interested.  (cstarks@mariamontessoriacademy.org  ) Thank you so much!  I am looking forward to it!