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W E D N E S D A Y W E E K L Y
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In This Issue
Upcoming Events
October 7
Odyssey of the Mind Interest Meeting
3:30 p.m. in Room 17
October 8
School-wide Emergency Alert System Test
6 p.m.
Parent Education:
"Montessori & the Brain" with Dr. Steven Hughes
October 9
All-Staff Professional Day
No Child-Care
October 16
The Journey
(Parent education & co-op opportunity!) 8:30 a.m. - noon
Learn More
October 18-21
Sixth Grade GCAP Trip to New York CityOctober 20
WMS Dads' Club Meeting
Two Stones Pub 6 p.m.
Read More
October 21
Admissions Open Houses
9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Tell a friend!
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Head of School Lisa Lalama
Not the threat of a hurricane, a nor'easter or the eventuality of a dreary rainy day could stand in the way of Wilmington Montessori School's first Homecoming this past Saturday.
Homecoming, organized by several alumni parents, was an opportunity for former and current students, parents, and staff to join in some fun and become reacquainted with each other and WMS.
The day was filled with joy. Each time the door opened another familiar face lit up as they were greeted by former classmates and friends. A spirited game of castle ball, dancing, exploring classrooms and picture taking rounded out the day.
What struck me the most about Homecoming is that it was just that...a chance to come home to the school where most of these teens and young adults began their school years. WMS has been here for 52 years and is still going strong. It is the place where alumni made friends who they still know and appreciate. It is the school where they learned how to learn and how to view teachers as their partners in learning. It is a nice place to return and recall how comfortable and wonderful school can be.
Thank you to everyone who made the day so welcoming and enjoyable. For those of you who missed it, we hope you will join us for future WMS homecomings where you, too, can be a part of the reunion.
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News & Notes  |
 Emergency Communication System Test - Tomorrow at 6 p.m.
WMS will test its emergency communication system tomorrow (Thursday, October 8) at 6 p.m. Our mass notification system is used to alert parents and staff of weather-related school closings or delays or other emergencies that require action from parents. The system does this through mass phone calls, emails and text messages. The notifications you receive will be based on your selections when you filled out your Emergency Alert Preferences Form. Please take note of whether you received test messages at all of your preferred email addresses and phone numbers.If you do not receive these notifications, please use this form to update your preferences, email alert@wmsde.org or contact Heather Russell at 302-475-0555.
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Join us on The Journey - October 16, 8:30 a.m. - noon
Experience the joy of Montessori through the eyes of a child!
From a toddler's first steps to a sixth-grader's trip to the United Nations and year-long community service project, it's easy to see the growth and development of a child during the course of his or her time at WMS. But how does it happen? What is it about the Montessori experience that prepares students for future success?
Join us for The Journey to deepen your understanding of how and why the Montessori Method works for your child. Experience the entire WMS educational cycle for yourself from the Toddler Program through sixth grade.
You will visit classrooms for each age level and participate in hands-on lessons led by teachers, using the same engaging materials your child uses in class. The Journey will end with a group discussion and Q&A with WMS staff.
Don't miss this opportunity to step out of the observation room and into the classroom!
Participants will earn five co-op hours per family. Pre-registered child-care is available - contact Cass Winner to sign up.
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 Join the WMS Dads' Club
First meeting on October 20 from 6-8 p.m.
Two Stones Pub (TACO TUESDAYS)
2502 Foulk Road
Valley View Plaza Shopping Center
Dear WMS Dads,
We are planning to have our first 2015-16 WMS Dads' Club Meeting on Tuesday the 20th. This is a very casual get-together among the dads to talk about what is going on at Wilmington Montessori School and how we can get more involved in our children's school activities. We are looking for new ideas for events as well. We look forward to seeing the returning dads and meeting new dads - all dads are welcome!
Any questions? Please email or text us!
Matt Harris
302-354-5329
Brandon Wehler
240-925-9418
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Shop for Stylish Kids' Clothing Online and Raise Funds for WMS!
From Tuesday, October 13 to Tuesday October 20, if you shop for children's clothing at Tea Collection ( www.teaschooldays.com), you will receive 15% off your order AND 15% of your purchase will be donated to WMS. No coupon code needed; just visit the website and select Wilmington Montessori School at checkout!
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Please note - A class session was inadvertently left off of the original flyer. December 11 has been added to the schedule to make a total of seven class sessions.
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Co-op Corner |
Upcoming "Learn and Earn" Opportunities
Would you like to earn Co-op hours while learning about the benefits of a Montessori education?
Parents will earn TWO Co-op hours for attending the parent education program featuring Dr. Steven Hughes entitled "Montessori & the Brain," scheduled for Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m. and FIVE hours for attending The Journey on Friday, October 16, from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
- Dr. Hughes is an informed and knowledgeable advocate for Montessori education. Please plan on joining us for this dynamic and important discussion and add two hours to your family's Co-op tally.
- The Journey is an opportunity to experience WMS's curriculum from toddler through sixth grade through classroom visits and hands-on lessons with WMS teachers. See first-hand how WMS turns today's learners into tomorrow's leaders!
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Today's Learners |
Service Dog Joins Room 11 Community
by Lead Primary (3-6) Teacher Cathy Simon-Cord
I am sure many of you have encountered the newest (and furriest) addition to the WMS community: Bonnie, the service dog. Bonnie is a seizure response dog. Her job is to alert us of a child's seizure activity by making small gentle noises. She is a popular member of Room 11 where children have done their best not to touch or pet Bonnie - and this isn't easy considering her lovable face and welcoming demeanor!
Bonnie is not a small dog, but she is gentle and we have not encountered any child who has shown any fear of Bonnie since school began. However, having Bonnie as part of the class is sometimes similar to having a rock star in your midst. Adults more than children often forget that while that vest is on, Bonnie is working. If you see Bonnie in the hallways, please do not distract her from doing her job. She is a lifeline for a child and we must always be aware of that.
In Room 11, the children treat Bonnie with care and respect, as they would anyone else in the classroom. She goes everywhere with us, and I don't think the children are even aware of her presence anymore. When she occasionally steps on work or decides that a work rug is a good place to rest, the students know that they should tell a teacher and we will have Bonnie move. She has a special spot in the classroom, but she also joins us in our circle at times and goes to specials classes and the playground.
All of the children are learning a valuable lesson from having Bonnie as part of our community. They are able to experience first-hand that we all have differences that make us unique. Maria Montessori believed that if children were exposed to varied experiences in their early education, they would grow up with tolerance and a better understanding of the world around them. We are all connected and more similar than we think, and having Bonnie as a part of our classroom and school is one more example of how a Montessori education embraces all children.
So think of Bonnie as an untouchable ambassador who is sharing her specific gifts and talents with your children each day. We feel lucky to have her with us. |
Tomorrow's Leaders |
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| It was wonderful to welcome so many past students, parents and staff back to WMS last weekend. Check out these images from Homecoming 2015 and visit our Facebook page for more!
Please stay in touch. Share your news by emailing alumni@wmsde.org. |
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 The Wednesday Weekly shares WMS news and events that are relevant to the families in our community. Please send submissions to wednesday-weekly@wmsde.org by 4:30 p.m. on the Friday prior to the issue in which you wish to include your information. Content may be edited for length and style and may be held for a future issue due to space constraints.
For more information, contact Noel Dietrich, Director of Communications.
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