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Excuse our mess! We're enclosing the front porch of the elementary building. Construction should be complete in February. Can't wait to move in!

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Conferences in Elementary -- February

posted Jan 24, 2012 7:02 AM by Amelie Urbanczyk

Parent/Teacher conferences will begin February 13th. Please sign up in the office!

November 18th - Thanksgiving Dinner

posted Nov 14, 2011 8:34 AM by Amelie Urbanczyk

This Friday the 18th at 11:30 all parents are invited to come and enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner made by the students of Alpine Montessori.

Upcoming Events for Week of November 14

posted Nov 12, 2011 11:37 AM by Lori Glover

Field Trip and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this Week

Wednesday, November 16th - Alpine Montessori Elementary students take a field trip to Stone Village in Fort Davis

Alpine Montessori Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 6 pm on Thursday, November 17th, at Alpine Montessori
Presentation and refreshments following the ceremony.

Parent Workday Saturday!

posted Nov 2, 2011 10:21 AM by Lori Glover

Please note that this Saturday, November 5th, we will be having a work day at the school. We have a long list of items to tick off so if you need volunteer hours or just want to help out we could certainly use lots of hands. We will begin at 8:30 and finish up by 12:30. Bring kids if you'd like... believe it or not, it's always a good time!

Below is a list of chores that we will be working on...

--sturdier shelves in the "purple pantry" -- the shelf under the breaker box covers part of the breaker box and the plastic shelves are wobbly
--purple pantry needs organized

--purple pantry needs ceiling tiles installed
--patio/garden shed area needs organized--some of that stuff probably shouldn't be there--mops, fans, bags of concrete, etc.
--wood around gravel on playground is disintegrating and comes off... really need to get this fixed
--elem storage needs next step of organizing
--elem. classroom needs more lighting
--install 1/2 panel in ceiling by filter
--hvac filter in elem needs changed

--floor in kitchen in main building needs to be nailed down in a spot (diagram provided at work day)

--toilet paper holders in elementary bathrooms have been installed too tight making it difficult for the children to change out rolls.

--flagstone/gravel needs to be installed in walkway between buildings all the way to the path from main building to front door of elementary.

--gate latch between buildings sticks since frame was re-glued into the wall.

Also, we have a job that can be done at home:

----someone to make a math check book--with direction from Susan R. (which she can write in advance)

And one that needs to be scheduled with Susan Wright during the week, mornings being best:

----library books are mostly all marked--need colored tape on them and maybe clear packaging tape over that

And one final wish is for a sturdy table for the back office that will hold the paper cutter... doesn't have to be pretty or fancy, just the right dimensions.

Thanks for all you do!!

AMS Recieves Gift from Artwalk 2011

posted Nov 2, 2011 10:18 AM by Lori Glover

Alpine Montessori School was the fortunate recipient of a $250 gift from Artwalk 2011!

Savor the Arts is an ambitious grassroots endeavor created by Alpine’s Artwalk Board of Directors to provide local and area school systems with funding for their art programs. Artwalk’s goal is to raise $10,000 every year to be distributed directly to the art programs in our schools.

Artwalk will be Nov 18th and 19th this year in downtown Alpine.

posted Nov 2, 2011 10:05 AM by Lori Glover [ updated Nov 2, 2011 10:20 AM ]

Nov 11 Chinati Hot Springs

posted Oct 7, 2011 8:16 AM by Lori Glover [ updated Oct 7, 2011 8:20 AM ]

The AMS Chinati Hot Springs camping weekend is open to both primary and elementary student families. To learn more about the Hot Springs check out their website at www.chinatihotsprings.com. If you would prefer one of their lovely cabins with a personal hot tub, call the CHS office for prices and reservation information: 432.229.4165

Please sign your family up in the AMS office ASAP! We need a head count as early as possible to negotiate the best group rate.

Families are responsible for their own transportation, camping gear, fees, and food. A wonderful fully equipped community kitchen and dining area is available for all campers as well as public restrooms.

Directions:

From Marfa there are two routes to the Hot Springs.

From 2810 to Pinto Canyon Road is about 50 miles to the hot springs, but is recommened for high clearance vehicles. This beautiful, rugged way, which is unpaved for about 20 miles, takes about an hour and 45 minutes.

The alternate route takes about two hours. Marfa to Presidio is 59 miles on 67 South. It is another 36 miles to Ruidosa where there are signs for the Hot Springs. About a half mile outside Ruidosa, Hot Springs Road will take you seven miles to the gate.

Parent Sharing Night Thursday

posted Sep 27, 2011 12:59 PM by Lori Glover

This Thursday, September 29th, is Parent Sharing Night in the elementary classroom from 4:30 to 5:30PM.

This parent/child event is an opportunity for the children to show parents some of their lessons and a chance for you to get a better idea of how our Montessori classroom works. The teachers will be present to answer any questions parents may have.

Parents may arrive at any time between 4:30 and 5:30 and may stay as long as you and your child/children need.

Parent Education classes start next week!

posted Sep 14, 2011 7:20 AM by Amelie Urbanczyk

Our first Montessori Parent Education class, "The Montessori Environment: School and Home" will be next Tuesday, September 20th at 6PM. Allyson Santucci will explain some of the basic Montessori concepts and how to offer support to the method in your child's daily life. The class is open to everyone and new parents to the school are strongly encouraged to attend. This is one of the few AMS events where we ask that children not accompany their parents as we will have no childcare available. Please let someone in the office know if you can make it.

Fall 2011 Calendar

posted Aug 17, 2011 5:09 PM by Alpine Montessori

The Fall 2011 Calendar has been updated. Please click on "calendars" in the menu to the left. This calendar will change as events are planned through the semester so please check it regularly. Thanks!

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