Wichita Montessori School Weekly Newsletter
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FOCUS, CONCENTRATION, ATTENTION TO DETAIL
April 7, 2016
WE HAVE BABIES, YES, WE DO!
What a  week of new beginnings for three WMS families!  We rejoice with each of these families with new children.  

Rory Farha and her family welcomed baby Etta Eileen on March 31.  Weighing in at 6 lbs, 12 oz, Etta's toesies are big sister Rory's favorite thing about her!

Upper Elementary teacher Barb Monahan has a new granddaughter!  Madden Monahan was born March 5, and looked quite snuggly and peaceful in a photo of her Grandma's arms!

The "freshest" baby is the new brother of Torriin Stebbins, who was born this morning.  Students saw a picture of the beautiful boy, whose name is not yet known.

Congratulations to all of you!

GEOGRAPHY-A-THON UPDATE

Greetings WMS families! Geography-o-thon collections are growing! We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to all those who have participated and helped us raise funds for the school!  For the families who have pledged their support,  students have until April 8th to collect the pledged amount from their sponsors and send it to school.

Will we be accepting any contributions after April 8th?   You bet!! Parents – those who haven’t yet had a chance to pledge their support, and would like to do so, there is still time. Your Tax-Deductible donations - big or small- are always welcome.  And yes, participation is voluntary, not mandatory.  Remember, this unique fund-raiser is  A COLLECTIVE EFFORT and every $10 or $20 adds up to a big amount in the end.

Again, the official Thank you letters will be mailed to all the sponsors, so please be sure to provide the correct mailing addresses with your pledges.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated by Wichita Montessori School and the parents’ group.

ARE YOU DRIVING SAFELY IN THE PARKING LOT?  PLEASE DO!!!
Everyone sometimes feels like they are in a hurry.  If you ever feel that way in the school parking lot, please take a moment to realize that the VERY most important thing is for every child to be delivered and picked up safely.  
A parent reported yesterday morning that, while he was turning right, into a parking place, another car passed him on the right--yikes!  Thank you for driving safely, even when you are in a rush.
2016-2017 CALENDAR
Our 2016-17 calendar is now complete, and is available for you.  Please click here to view. Note one change which deals with Parent Teacher Conferences in October.  Because of requests from working parents, we have added evening conferences on Wednesday, October 19.  On Thursday, conference appointments will be available from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.  Friday there will be no school.  We hope that this change will better accommodate your needs.
Adieu, Adieu!
Alas, the school year is coming to a close.  Mrs. Nur is offering one final French Club session, Tuesdays in April.  Click here to view details.
FIELD DAY SCHEDULED
Field Day is a day of fun for kindergarten through 5th year elementary students.  This year's event will be on Friday, May 13 (Rain date, Monday, May 16).  WMS families join TIS families and enjoy field games, relays, and playing outside.   Though no schedule is set, classes usually have either a morning or afternoon session at the games.  Parents are invited to volunteer to help run games, serve refreshments, or just to come and cheer us on!   More information to follow...
MUSIC PROGRAM  NOTES
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR?
As you know, our Spring Music Program, including ceremonies for Upper Elementary Graduation and Transition from Lower to Upper Elementary, is scheduled for Friday, May 6, at 1:00 PM.  The program will be followed by a cookie reception in our classroom, after which children are dismissed for the day.  We hope that all of our families will attend.  

As the this year's program has a patriotic theme, please send children in red, white, or blue clothing.  Girls, this is an opportunity to wear your best dress, or pants.  Boys, please wear red, white, or blue (or black) slacks--no khaki, and no jeans, please.  Flip-flops or high-heeled shoes are not recommended, as students will be on risers on the stage.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Just a reminder that screen time should be very limited for children.   Click here for supporting article.
TARGET TAKE CHARGE OF EDUCATION
Our school recently took delivery of a check from Target for $513.50.  Part of our painless fundraising efforts, Target's Take Charge of Education gives 1% of purchases to WMS, if you sign up for a debit card, and designate our school, #7196.  If you are a Target shopper, please consider enrolling!
THANK YOU PARENTS, FOR SIGNING UP TO BRING SNACK.  All remaining weeks are filled. Please click here to check your week!

APRIL hot lunch menu, click here.

2015-16 School Calendar--
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Upcoming Events
SWIMMING in PE, for Upper Elementary,    March 21-April 14.
Stanford Achievement Testing for 3rd, 4th, and 5th years elementary, April 25-29. Please plan any optional appointments around this week.
Kidfest, Saturday, April 30, Century II, 9-5:00. WMS will host a booth to promote our school.
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Group Officers
Thank you to the following parents for their willingness to volunteer to serve on our Parents Group Board:
President Laurie Lewis
Vice Pres. Michelle Dreiling
Treasurer Andrea Carlson
Secretary Vasantha Mutyala
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Dont forget about our painless fund raising efforts....
It all adds up!
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ELables for Dillion's
Did you know that when you use your Dillion's Rewards Card you can help raise money for our school? Any purchase with BoxTops rewards are automatically tracked after you sign-up.

Click on the picture to take you to the sign-up page. It is quick and easy and you only need to do it once.  
Target "Take Charge of Education"
Register your Target Card with Target's "Take Charge of Education" page and we automatically receive 1% every time you shop.

Click on the photo to take you directly to the sign-up page. 
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