November 3, 2017

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International Children’s Day was celebrated on campus last week with P1’s room being transformed into the oceans of the world.DSC_2509

With the help of our parents, we had several ocean related activities throughout the room giving all of our visitors many opportunities to explore ocean  wonders.  

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Thank you to all of our parent volunteers for helping us to create this special event.

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We also appreciate the four middle school students, Alysa, Kian, Jason, and Riley, for volunteering in our classroom and for wearing such great costumes.

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Our first all class field trip is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7th.  We will be visiting the Nevada State Museum.

This is the shirt we ask students to wear during the field trip.

This is the shirt we ask students to wear during the field trip.

Please be sure to have your child wear their orange Foothills Montessori shirt and comfortable walking shoes.  We will leave promptly at 8:30am and will return to school for our regular lunch period.

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Thank you for the wonderful turnout at Parent/Child Night.  It really is a wonderful opportunity for your child to guide you around the classroom teaching you some of the work they are doing.  

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Montessori education is a hands on education, and we are delighted you had the chance to get your hands on the materials and observe your child’s progress. Thank you again for your participation!

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Upper Elementary students are gathering clothes for Project Homeless Connect, please see details on paper stapled to collection box.  Thanks for your generosity!  

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Dr. Rafael Valencia sharing his extensive knowledge about human anatomy. IMG_3352

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Thanks Doctor Valencia!

We appreciate Andrea (Haley’s mom) for coming into the classroom and exploring the slimy, interior wonders of a pumpkin.

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REMINDERS:

No school on Thursday, 11/9 due to a teacher in-service day.

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No school on Friday, 11/10 in honor of Veteran’s Day.

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Family STEM night for Kindergartners and their parents on Tuesday, 11/14 from 5:00-7:00 pm.

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Kindergarten field trip to Red Rock Canyon on Friday, 11/17 from 9:30 am- 2:30 pm.  Please have your child wear their orange FMS shirt and bring a lunch packed in a disposable bag.

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Thanksgiving break is scheduled starting Wednesday, 11/22 through Friday 11/24.  School resumes on Monday 11/27.

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Parent orientation follow-up will be held on Tuesday, 11/28 at 4:30 pm in the multi purpose room.

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THANKS:

Thanks to Logan and his family for supplying healthy and beautiful snacks, as well as flowers for our classroom.