Una’s Chat
Welcome Back, Everyone!
What an interesting experience we had last week. Even though it was trying at times, I’m sure we all have stories of neighbors we met for the first time, houses full of friends and family, and interesting cooking experiences. For me it was scones on the grill; they were the best. These times help us to realize how lucky we are and how much we take for granted in our daily lives. It took me at least 3 to 4 days not to reach for a switch as I entered a room.
Our trusty Administrative Coordinator, Melinda Smith, saved the day for us. Each morning, she spent many hours waiting in line at her local town hall to use the computers for her allotted 20 minutes in order to keep you up-to-date on our status. Petrina Lewis spent hours taping alert messages. Mary McHale, our Director of Admissions, made several forays to check out the school braving downed wires and fallen trees. (She and her husband also did the nasty job of cleaning out all the school refrigerators.)
I can tell that each of you made an adventure of all of this for your children. They seemed to have great stories to tell and enjoyed the different ways of roughing it. (And I heard many cooking stories.) Some families used the storm’s aftermath as a history lesson, bringing their children back to times before electricity and running water. These events provide an opportunity to help your child learn to deal with the unexpected, to problem solve, roll with the punches, be creative, and do it with good humor. Of course, this is ultimately dependent on your response and approach as the adult, because that is what determines your child’s experience as well as his or her memories of the event.
Again, welcome back—and congratulations on surviving, in style, the storm of 2011.
Una
New Blog Entry
This week's entry: It Was A Magical, Musical Week in Toddler!
Toy Chest Shopping Week
Friday, November 11 is the last day when MSGH will earn 20% for all of your store purchases. If you need an extra voucher, stop by the office.
Re-Schedule Your Parent/Teacher Conference
New days and times have been set aside for conferences, so please call the Main Office to re-schedule.
Don't forget to fill out your Pre-Conference Questionnaire and return it to the Main Office if you have not already done so.
Parent Information Night
Practical Life Curriculum
Thursday, November 17 5:30-7:30 pm
For more information, see our Series brochure. RSVP by Monday, November 14 to let us know you're coming and to secure childcare. Childcare is available for Primary and Elementary children.
Wrapping Paper Fundraiser
Get ready for the holidays while supporting your Family Association!
This is our last fundraiser for the year, so please help us earn as much as possible to keep the classrooms socials and support for staff appreciation coming. 50% of all wrapping paper sales and 45% of other items will go to support MSGH.
Catalogs are going home with the kids today, and there are two easy ways for you and your friends/family to order:
- Place your order on the form provided and return by 11/23.
Orders will be delivered in early December. - Place your order online at www.Innisbrook.com.
- MSGH receives the same percentage of your purchase, but there is a small shipping fee for orders under 85.00.
- There will be a blue box with "Family and Friends, Support a Fundraiser." Click on that box and choose The Montessori School of Greater Hartford.
Family Association News
Next FA Meeting is Wednesday, November 30 6:30-8:30pm
This is an additional meeting to the original schedule, but an important one regarding the future structure of MSGH FA fundraising.
Thank you for your support.
298 pies were ordered, and the MSGH FA earned $1,788! Pies will be ready for pickup on Monday, November 21.
298 pies is a lot to hand out: HELP! We'll organize in the lobby and deliver to cars during drop off. If you can help, please contact Rebecca London.
Raise Funds for MSGH by Shopping at Stop and Shop
MSGH is participating in the 2011-2012 A+ School Rewards Program
Please visit the Stop & Shop website to register your card and select Montessori School of Greater Hartford
** People can participate from anywhere around the country by shopping at Stop and Shop or online through Peapod (with a registered card). The school accumulates points each month and receives a check from Stop & Shop to help support our programs and operations.
If you have any questions, please contact Susan Rich-Bye at susanr@msgh.org or 860.236.4565, ext. 28.
Annual Fund 2011-2012
Support the 2011-2012 Annual Fund Campaign: Sign up for monthly-installment giving today by contacting Susan Rich-Bye.
