On the 15th and 16th students will either be at the Ogden Nordic Center or at the school. Activities involved each day are below;

School

On the day that students are at the school we will be discussing next years registration process, working on portfolios to share during the Open House and working on Science Fair (8th graders on February 21st) and History Fair (7th graders on February 28th) .

Students should bring portfolio supplies, and if they’re ready to put together their display boards, they are welcome to bring those as well. 7th and 8th grade students will bring home registration materials and these should be returned by Friday February 23rd.

Ogden Nordic Center

Students will be learning about the geography of the Wasatch mountain range, writing poetry, learning about watershed, climate change, and participating in team building activities centered on virtues.

Students should meet at Ogden Nordic Center at 9am and be picked up by 12:30. (http://www.ogdennordic.com/north-fork-park/getting-there)

Students should bring:

Warm clothing

coat

gloves and hat

hiking shoes

Sack lunch and snack in backpack

Notebook and pencils/pens

Additional information about carpools and chaperones can be found HERE

If you have questions please reach out to Ms. Kacee kweaver@mariamontessoriacademy.org or 801-827-0150.

All students will be working on their portfolios next week. Students must have a 2 or 3″ binder and 8 tab dividers.

Page protectors are optional but not required.

Please help your student be prepared to work on their portfolio by assuring they have these materials. Portfolios will be presented during the Parent/Teacher/Student Open House on February 21st and 22nd.

Hello!

Despite the terrible snow year we are still planning on our field experience to Ogden Nordic Center next Thursday and Friday. Instead of snowshoeing and cross country skiing, students will participate in science lessons, hiking and other outdoor activities with Ms. Michelle and Ms. Nicoletta. We are still looking for a couple of parent chaperones and drivers.

Email or call Ms. Hinrichs to let her know you can provide a ride at 801-391-2368 or  jchpromos@comcast.net

Sign your student up for a ride at  https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/fynnc

Students will need to be dropped off at Ogden Nordic Center at 9am and picked up at 12:30. Students will bring a sack lunch.

If you have questions please let Ms. Kacee or Ms. Leigh know.

kweaver@mariamontessoriacademy.org

lowen@mariamontessoriacademy.org

We are missing permission slips from the following students.

Rylie

Griffin

Aubree

Elie

America

Karter

Adam

Elizabeth

Camryn

Lucas S.

Rachael

Autumn

Cedric

Bella

Layla

Garret

Kobe

Elijah B.

Ben C.

Kinsley

Mason

William T.

Caitlin

Xen

As a reminder, field experiences are a significant part of our adolescent program. Students should attend unless there is a significant health concern or other parent excused absence. Students who do not attend will need to complete an alternate assignment that will fulfill the standards met on this trip.

Students attending each day are as follows

Thursday February 15

Ms. Shilo’s House

Mr. Dave’s House

Mr. Adrian’s House

Ms. Michelle’s House, ONLY students

Genesis

Eli

Griffin

Mireya

Lily

Cami

Gavin

Friday February 16th

Ms. Kat’s House

Ms. Leigh’s House

Mr. Casey’s House

Ms. Michelle’s House, ONLY students

Neyomi

Payton

Kelton

Antonio

Cayden

JJ

Sage

Families,

You Student will be participating in a field experience at the Ogden Nordic Center in Liberty, Utah on February 15th or 16th. Permission slips will come home next week.

http://www.ogdennordic.com

Ms. Hinrichs has set up a wejoinin sign up sheet to help organize rides for students.

Students will need to be dropped off at Ogden Nordic Center at 9am and picked up at 12:30.

Students attending each day are as follows

Thursday February 15

Ms. Shilo’s House

Mr. Dave’s House

Mr. Adrian’s House

Ms. Michelle’s House, ONLY students

Genesis

Eli

Griffin

Mireya

Lily

Cami

Gavin

Friday February 16th

Ms. Kat’s House

Ms. Leigh’s House

Mr. Casey’s House

Ms. Michelle’s House, ONLY students

Neyomi

Payton

Kelton

Antonio

Cayden

JJ

Sage

We will also need 2 parent chaperones each day. We will be cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

You can sign up to be a driver or chaperone by emailing or calling Judy Hinrichs at either  801-391-2368 or  jchpromos@comcast.net

The wejoin sheet is below to sign your student up for a ride is below (this will continue to be updated as parents volunteer, so check back if all rides are full).

https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/fynnc

Thank you! We are excited to get out, play and learn about winter sports in our community.

THINK SNOW!!!

Families,

Our teachers will be visiting Clark Montessori school in Cincinnati, Ohio during the regularly scheduled February parent teacher conferences. Because of this, we have rescheduled conferences for February 21st & February 22nd from 3:30-7:00 each day.

This will be an Open House style where students will be able to show their portfolios and you can meet one-on-one with the teachers if you would like. In the event that this does not work for you please reach out to the teachers and they will accommodate your schedule.

We’re excited to see you and we know your students are excited to share their progress with you.

The Junior high is putting together a “Mindfulness Basket” for the Gala in March. We are looking for donations for the basket.

If you could provide something for the basket it would be fantastic! All money earned at the Gala goes directly back into the school. Donating items also counts towards your 40 hours of service! Please deliver items to the Yurtable by March 10th.

Some ideas are below (but there’s no limit to your imagination!)

Coloring book

Colored pencils/markers

candles

tea

zen garden

buddha board

yoga mat

singing bowl

essential oils

picture books

journal

MORE ideas —-> http://dodoburd.com/zen-and-spiritual-gifts

Thank you! See you all at the Gala on the 17th!

If you were not able to make it to information night, please see the document below for essential program guidance.

JRH parent-student orientation

Some highlights to take note of:

• 4 of our teachers hold graduate degrees and 4 others are working towards their graduate degree!
• Our teachers are specialists in their content areas. They really get students excited about learning!
• Adolescents need movement, engaging curriculum, understanding and knowledgeable adults and a chance to feel like part of something.
• Adolescents need to be able to take their learning out into the real world, field experiences, environmental education and service learning are all things they will participate in at MMA.

Don’t forget! Your intent to return is due January 19th!

Registration will take place in February!

Below is a link to a fantastic article about adolescent Montessori and this video is a great one that explains exactly what the future of education holds for our students.

https://shoutout.wix.com/so/3M3b2QcZ#/main

As always if you have questions or comments don’t hesitate to reach out to one of the teachers, Ms. Kacee or Ms. Rene.

We are looking for a few parents to help us with some of our awesome programs and activities. Please email Ms. Kacee if you can be of help. Your time not only supports your child’s experience at MMA but also helps fulfill the 40 hours of volunteer service as a family at our amazing school. kweaver@mariamontessoriacademy.org

9th Grade Dance Parent Organizer – This parent will help the 9th grade social committee to plan and facilitate the 9th grade dance at the end of the year.

HOPE Squad Co-Leader – This parent will help organize and attend the Friday afternoon HOPE squad meetings and work with Ms. Andrea to keep this important program running.

Field Experience Carpool Coordinator for the upcoming trip to the Ogden Nordic Center February 15th and 16th. – This parent will help organize carpools for students to travel to and from Liberty, Utah for a day of snowshoeing, cross country skiing and fresh mountain air.

This is an informational event for 6th grade students and parents and new junior high students for the 2018-2019 school year.