The Montessori Messenger
"Holiday Edition"
Parent Magazine Article

Here is an excerpt from parent magazine
 written by: Annie Rains (Stepping Stones West Parent)

"It's never easy. Whether it's your first child or your fourth, leaving your child to return to work is difficult. I speak from experience. I just returned to work this past August, leaving my six-week-old with a nanny I'd only met a handful of times.
- And just as it had with my first child, my heart broke and my mind wandered constantly to my baby those first few days and weeks. There are a few things that I've learned though, from my own experience and from my new gaggle of mommy friends, that helped ease the mother-baby separation anxiety."

Please follow the link below to read the full story:

http://crystalcoastfamily.com/?p=2936


Annual Giving Fund

The Annual Fund has been a huge success. We are currently half way to our goal and its not to late to pledge. Remember, its not how much you give, its that everyone participates!
All funds received will go to this years classrooms, teachers, and programs.

Thank you,
The Board of Directors
Message Board
12/17 - Holiday Celebration (Early Dismissal 11:45am)
12/18-1/3 - Winter Holiday (School Closed)
1/3 - Teacher Work Day (No School for Students)
1/4 - First Day Back for Students
A Letter from the Head of School

Dear Parents,

Maria Montessori said, "If help and salvation are to come, they can only come from the children for the children are the makers of men."

May I wish you a safe and happy holiday filled with peace, love and joy. I thank you for the help and support you give to me, the school and your children.

Sincerely,

Peggy Higgins

Mardi Gras Masquerade
The 4th Annual Montessori Children's School Auction Fundraiser is just 3 months away!  Last year, we brought in over $50,000 to use towards our beautiful new Elementary School building and the outdoor learning environment surrounding the Children's House.  This year we hope to top $60K!  There is still a LOT of work to be done and we need everyone's help because many hands make light work!  It is a fabulous way to get to know the other Montessori Families, plus your time spent counts towards your Volunteer Hours! 

Follow the Link Below for more information

http://www.jacksonvillemontessori.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/mardigrasmasquerade.pdf
"Quote of the Week"
"The first essential for the child's development is concentration. The child who concentrates is immensely happy."
-Maria Montessori-