Greetings, Clearwater Families!!
Thanks for bearing with the weather and continuing to send snow gear as we all continue to thaw. Hopefully we won't need them next week!
There is an important event that you will all be invited to - please take a moment to check upcoming events and reminders below...
Lessons we've had...
- Bird Study
- Bar Graphs
- Roman Numerals
- Stamp Game Multiplication
- Parts of a Mountain
- Rock Cycle
- Root Study
- Fraction Equivalence
- Geometric Equivalence
- Singular and Plural Nouns
- The Earth's Tilt
- Radient Heat
Upcoming Events and Reminders
Lower Elementary Work Share - May 10th & May 17th
We are excited to invite you to our LE Work Share event on Thursday, May 10th and Thursday, May 17th, from 1:30-2:30pm. During this time your child will get to teach you their favorite work, and show you around their classroom. Each afternoon has limited space and we hope by limiting the number of children, we can allow more space and uninterrupted time for them to show their favorite work each afternoon. When you arrive your child will greet you and lead you through the afternoon. Guides will be present, but will intentionally stay in the background, in an effort to make space for your child to lead and shine. Click here and please sign up only for one spot.
We see this event as different from a more casual Open House event; this afternoon is focused on connecting with your child, and letting them guide you around their interest and activities. To better facilitate that opportunity, here are some guidelines:
1. Please choose which one adult will accompany each child.
2. Please do not bring any siblings. This will help give space and attention to the work your child is sharing.
3. While it is tempting to connect with the other parents, or guides, please try to keep your focus to your child, and what they are doing.
4. While it is tempting to record for posterity, please leave your phone or camera outside the classroom. Be present in the moment with your child.
4. If your child should ask you to do something for them, first ask questions like 'what would you do if I wasn't here?', or 'I would love to see how you do it, yourself'. Remember that your child is very independent in their work here at school, and can ask another child for help, giving that child a chance to practice their skills as well.
We look forward to hosting these events for you and your children. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments!
Snack Volunteers - Please check to see if your snack week is coming up. Click here to check and see if you would like to sign up for any other volunteer opportunities. Here's who's up in the next two weeks:
| Apr. 23-27 | Mina Perin |
| Apr. 30-May 4 | Seamus Kane |
In anticipation,
--
Emily Bowar & Jessy Eaton Fabel
Clearwater Guides
"Our aim therefore is not merely to make the child understand, and still less to force him to memorize, but so to touch his imagination as to enthuse him to his inmost core." ~ Maria Montessori"
