Parents,

This past week I started a new way to let the students each take responsibility for their daily behaviors. They are each tracking on a “report card” (half sheet) document which asks them 7 questions that they are to honestly answer.

These are the questions. 1.  I followed expectations (no, sometimes, yes) 2. I participated in assigned lessons (no, sometimes, yes) 3. I participated well during work cycle (no, sometimes, yes) 4. I cooperated with others (no, sometimes, yes) 5. I respected the property of others (no, sometimes, yes) 6. I did not disrupt or distract the classroom (no, sometimes, yes) 7. I am happy with my behavior (no, sometimes, yes)

At the end of the day, I ask each of the students to fill this out. I am keeping them for our PTC.  Each student has a manila folder which has their name on it. It will have some of their work they will share with you. This will include: writing, drawing, math, various assignments they have worked on.

I am really trying to help them to be accountable for their “own” behavior and the effort they put forth each day to do their “best” work.

I wanted to have you aware of this so you will know that you will be able to see this documentation when you come to visit.

Thank you for helping your student to do his/her best everyday and to be responsible as they learn to be independent in their environment.

Ms. Leslee and Ms. Susan

Parents,

If you cook and or prepare anything special for holiday time coming up and would be willing to come share it with our class I would love to have you come.

If you make candy or cookies or particular kinds of breads that we could do a “practical life” experience in the afternoon or morning. Our schedule can be flexible if I know ahead of time.

I have shared a library book about Hanukkah and wanted to take about other special ways this time of year is celebrated. Please email me and let me know. lbowman@mariamontessoriacademy.org

Thank you so much for sharing your time and talents with the students.

Ms. Leslee and Ms. Susan