March Newsletter Niles Fremont, 2015 PDF - Learn And Play Montessori School

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Dear LAPMS Parents and Families,

February was a busy month for LAPMS students. We celebrated love and friendship as children

exchanged cards in the classroom during Valentines Day. Children immersed themselves in the rich

cultures of Asia as they learned about the Chinese New Year. We also celebrated the leaders of our

nation and enjoyed activities related to Presidents Day.

Our Talent Show was a success! Children were so proud to showcase their unique talents. It was a

celebration of music, personality, and individuality. Our stage was alive with talent, and our

courtyard filled with proud, smiling parents! Thank you to all the parents who attended our event

and showed their support.

In celebration of reading and literature, we are celebrating Dr. Seuss birthday with our annualReadathon, which is on Tuesday, March 3rd. Children may come dressed in pajamas and share a

book to read with their friends. Parents may sign-up to read a book to their childs classroom after

morning circle time.

This March, we are also holding our First Annual Science Fair on Thursday, March 26th. Children

immerse themselves each day in the world of science as they explore materials in our Montessori

cultural shelves, whether it is zoology, botany, geography, physics, or chemistry. This is their

opportunity to showcase what they have learned and apply the scientific method, a concept they are

learning in class. We look forward to viewing the childrens unique projects!

Sincerely,

Ms. Aurelia

Special Thanks. 4

Staff News4

Admissions..4

March 2015 Newsletter 35699 Niles Blvd., Fremont,

The Work Cycle3

Classroom News.3

Safety and Security ....4

N THIS ISSUE:

Activities this Month.2

Reminders...2

Parents Corner2

The child becomes a person

through work.

-Dr. Maria Montessori

Our Mission Statement: Learn and Play Montessori School provides a superior quality toddler, preschool and

Kindergarten education, assisting each child grow to his/her fullest potential by recognizing each stage of development

and creating an environment that nurtures and facilitates growth using the Montessori philosophy.

March 2015 Newsletter, Volume 1, Issue 13

Learn and Play Montessori School LLC

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Mark Your Calendars!

March 3: Readathon

March 8: Daylight Savings Time

Mar. 9-12: Spring Picture

Days/Graduation Pictures

March 17: St. Patricks Day: Schoo

March 26: First Annual Science Fa

March 27: Science Fair Viewing fo

Students Only

March 31: Student Appreciation D

Plan Ahead!

April 3: Egg Hunting

April 5: Easter Sunday

April 11: Kindergarten Open Hou

April 16: Art Exhibit

April 22: Earth Day

Administrative Professio

Day: School Day

April 23, 24: Parent Observation D

April 27, 28: Parent Observation D

April 29, 30: Parent-Teacher Confe

(Rm. 2)

Education cannot be effecti

unless it helps a child open u

himself to life.

-Maria Monte


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Small blankets that are fitted in the

childs cubby is needed as the

classroom doesnt have enough space

to put large or extra belongings.

Classes begin at 9:00 A.M. so please

drop of your child before 9:00 A.M.

Children are needed to attend circle

time and calendar time. Please walk

quietly into the classroom as classes are

ongoing and children are working on

their own jobs. Unnecessary

distractions disrupt childrens

concentration. Children are also being

encouraged to whisper during

Montessori activity period.

Our First Annual Science Fair is fast

approaching! We will be holding a

Science Fair Information Day on Friday,

March 13that 10:00 A.M.in the

courtyard. Science Fair guidelines will

be discussed. Parents whose children

are participating in the Science Fair are

required to attend.

Parent Observation Dayswill be on

April 23, 24, 27, and 28. Parents are

invited to observe their child in the

classroom. You will be using parent

observation notes to track down what

your child is learning, and note how

your child is interacting with his/her

Dr. Seuss birthday is on Monday, March

2nd. Children will learn about the life and

unique stories of Dr. Seuss.

Tuesday, March 3rdis our Readathon!

Children may come to school dressed in

comfy pajamas, and may bring a book (or

two) to read and share in class. Parents

may volunteer to read a book to the

children. Story time begins after the

morning circle time, at around 9:30 A.M.

Tuesday, March 17this St. Patricks Day.The children will be making arts and crafts

related to St. Patricks Day. Children may

wear green!

Student Appreciation Day is on Tuesday,

March 31st. Children will be receiving

special keepsakes from their teachers as a

sign of appreciation.

Our First Annual Science Fair is coming up!

It will be held on Thursday, March 26that

9:30 A.M. Children and one

parent/guardian may stand next to their

projects to present it to viewers.

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What Parents Are Saying about Learnand Play Montessori at Niles

I personally like the teachers and management of LAPMS Niles

for doing their best at work and considering parents requests

based on individual preferences. My son has learned and

enjoyed every moment at LAPMS with his loving and caring

teachers. In my opinion LAPMS is like a second home filled

with a variety of academic and extracurricular activities for

children at all levels. This is the best Montessori

school in Fremont. My special thanks to Ms. Kiranand Ms. Aurelia for every task you have done so far.

- Anitha Muthu, Lead Technical Writer

(Room 4 Parent)

Science Fair Information Day

First Annual Science Fair


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Lets take a close look at the way the day

unfolds for a Montessori child. After the

morning circle, the morning work period

begins. During this time, the child may

receive Montessori presentations from a

teacher or choose a material to work on.

The child walks around, glancing at the

materials on the shelves. They are

inviting, colorful. Yet the child wanders

for a few more minutes, all the while the

teacher is observing close by, ready to

guide.

Just as the teacher begins to approach,

the child walks over to the language shelf

and examines a puzzle. She walks over to

a crate near one of the shelves and takes

a rug, arranging it carefully on the carpet.

She completes the puzzle within minutes,

and puts it back on the shelf.

Many Montessori children begin their

work period this way. It might take the

child a few different jobs to find that

one work that would captivate her. The

child is free to work on the material for as

long as she needs. The child will then put

the work away, feeling refreshed and

peaceful.

The uninterrupted work cycle is an

essential part of any Montessori

classroom. The work cycle begins with

preparation of the workthe child taking

a rug and laying it on the carpet, and then

choosing a material. The child will then

engage in the work, and put it away when

finished.

This is why the work cycle must be

uninterrupted. The children need

adequate time to choose productive

work, to focus on the activity chosen and

work on their own pace, and finish the

task. A period of rest is necessary as well,

as children eat snack, leaf through a book,

or socialize briefly with friends without

interrupting those who are working.

Then, the cycle begins again.

The difference within the child is palpable

after completing a work cycle. Children

become engrossed, and the quality and

level of concentration is deeper. As thesequence repeats itself, the child is almost

transformed. The child is more joyful,

refreshed, peaceful.

Teachers protect the work period with

their life! Parents can help by minimizing

interruptions in the classroom. Here are a

few tips:

Arrive on time. We all have

busy schedules, but arriving

before the morning circle avoids

interruptions.

Dropping off during work period

is sometimes unavoidable. Helpchildren maintain concentration

by whispering. If you must

speak to a teacher, take her

aside and speak in hushed

voices.

If you are picking up your child

early, inform the teacher

beforehand so that your child

has ample time to prepare and

gather her things.


Dear Parents,

February was a busy month! Thank you to all the Room 2 parents

who have visited our classroom as guest presenters. One of our beloved

parents, Ms. Ingrid, visited our classroom and presented the classic works

of Pablo Picasso, and showed children how to create their very own cubist

artwork. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us!

We also enjoyed a guest presentation on Chinese New Year from Mr.

Chao-Lin, a Room 2 parent. Thank you so much for the animated and

informative PowerPoint presentation, and for the red envelopes for the

children. Students loved creating their lucky spring cards to take home and

hang on their walls.

We appreciate all your support!

-Room 2 Teachers

Dear Room 4 Parents,

So far its been a great year! We really appreciate the support

and encouragement that you all constantly show us. February has

been an exciting month. Aside from all the projects and activities that

we did, the children made Valentines Day cards for the children in the

Childrens Hospital in Oakland. We hope the children there will enjoy

them!

Spring is approaching and we are all looking forward to the lovely

warm weather.

Thank you,

Room 4 Teachers

Room 2

Room 4

By R. Juarez

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We would like to extend our deepest thanks to all of our

wonderful parents who came to support our Talent Show

performers!

A special thanks goes to Marvin Valdez and the Valdez family

for a wonderful rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner.

We would like to express our gratitude to the Room 2 Parents

who came and did a guest presentation to the Room 2

classroomMs. Ingrid, who did an art presentation about

Pablo Picasso, and Mr. Chao-Lin, who prepared a wonderful

PowerPoint presentation about Chinese New Year and

brought red envelopes for the children. We appreciate all

your support!

Only an authorized parent/guardian may drop-off and

pick-up the child. If someone other than the parent is

picking up the child, please sign a parent authorization

form, and turn it in to the front desk.

When checking in and out from ProCare at the front desk,

the computer plays a short sound when the procedure is

finished. Please wait for this sound to ensure that you

have successfully completed the signing-in or signing-out

process.

Late Pick-Ups: Please call us if you are going to be late in

picking up your child. Please note that a fee of $2.00 per

minute will be applied.

WE OUR CHILDREN.

PLEASE HOLD YOUR CHILDS

HAND DURING DROP-OFF

AND PICK-UP, ESPECIALLY IN

THEPARKING LOT.

Admission at LAPMS depends on space and availability. Simply follow a

few easy steps to get the admission process started!

Call to schedule a tour. The school director gives tours at 9:00-11:00 A.M.during the Montessori activity period. This is the best time to observe the

children at work with different subject areas.

Fill out an application form and pay $100 non-refundable registration fee.

Complete a packet of health clearance and immunization records.

Read the Parent Handbook.

Schedule an orientation.

Complete packet of paperwork and orientation prior to childs start date.

Set up codes for drop-off and pick-up and take identification pictures for

ProCare system.

Tour Time: 9:00-11:00 A.M. Daily

Orientations: 1:30-3:30 P.M. Daily

A 30-day notice is required if your child will be going on

vacation, or if you are withdrawing your child. Please

ask the front desk for a 30-day notice form.

Learn and Play Montessori School Irvington Campus will

open soon! Learn more by emailing us at

[email protected] call us at

(510) 299-5054.

Lets welcome Ms. Naomi to our front office team!

Teachers will be having a seminar every two months to

update them with strategies in Montessori teaching.

Admission Procedures
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March Newsletter Niles Fremont, 2015 PDF - Learn And Play Montessori School