welcome to toddler orientation 2015-2016 school year
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Welcome to Toddler Orientation2015-2016 School Year
Classroom 4 TeamClassroom 4 Team
Teacher Guide – Ms. Maria GamezEmail: [email protected]
Assistant Guides
Ms. Heather StorkMs. Veronica Nurman
Late Day Staff Ms. Mica Goodman
Homeroom Parent– Ms. April GruberEmail: [email protected]
Classroom 5 TeamClassroom 5 Team
Teacher Guide – Ms. Hillary StewartEmail: [email protected]
Assistant Guides
Ms. Evelyn MejiaMs. Erica Miller
Late Day Staff
Ms. Justine Forbes
Homeroom Parent– Ms. Resi PioEmail: [email protected]
Arrival and AttendanceArrival and Attendance
Drop off - from 7:00 till 8:30
Earlier drop-off allows the children to be a part of the prep
and daily activities of the class.
Please call if tardy or absent
Curbside is offered daily and is a great way to help a child
struggling with drop off. It helps them feel like they are
leaving you and you not leaving them.
What to Bring/Supply ListWhat to Bring/Supply List
• Crib sheet and small receiving blanket (not half-day)
• 2 sets of seasonally appropriate change of clothes and
underwear
• Please provide special dietary food or milk items
• Diaper cream, sunscreen, chap stick as needed. Must
have a completed form from the front desk .
• Please apply sunscreen in the morning -we will re apply in
the afternoon.
What Not to BringWhat Not to Bring
We ask all parents to help support the Montessori philosophy
and please leave the following items at home.
• Pacifier
• Sippy cup
• Bottle
• Toys
Revolves around the child
Routine and expectations ◦ 7:00 – 8:00 – Early arrival/Free choice of works
◦ 8:00 - 11:00 - Morning Work Cycle – indoor and outdoor
◦ 10:00 – 11:30 - Recess, circle, prep for lunch
◦ Music
◦ P.E.
◦ 11:00 – 12:00 - Lunch
◦ 12:00-1:00 - Clean-up/Nap set-up
◦ 12:00 – 2:30 - Nap
◦ 2:00 - 2:30 Wake-up/Naps away/Potty/Snack
◦ 2:30 -6:00 – Afternoon Work Cycle
Daily Routine/ScheduleDaily Routine/Schedule
Dress for SuccessDress for Success
Getting dressed is a learned skill
Comfortable clothing, seasonally appropriate.
Shoes that are easy for them to get on. (If you struggle,
they will struggle.)
Assist instead of do for
Few layers, no overalls
Specials in Our EnvironmentSpecials in Our Environment
Spanish◦CR4 & CR5 - Spanish immersion all day
Music◦CR4 – Mondays & Fridays 10:00 am◦CR5 – Mondays & Wednesdays 11:00 am
PE◦CR4 & CR5 - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30 am
Parent PartnershipsParent Partnerships We ask that parents please keep in mind that we are
teaching your child skills they will have the rest of their lives and experiences they may not get on a daily basis. If there is something that we are working on or need help with or support from home, please know that is only in the best interest of your child and not that we are making it hard on you.
We also encourage parents to attend or volunteer at school functions. Not only to help build the community we already have but also to create life long relationships for you and your child. We are all a great support to one another.
Items Unique to Our ProgramItems Unique to Our Program
Diapering
Potty training
Biting
Birthdays
Soiled clothing
ConferencesConferences
Conference 1 Goal Setting (Fall)
Reflecting on the first few weeks
Setting goals for the year
Conference 2 (Winter)
Progress Report
Mid-term discussion
Conference 3 (Spring)
Progress Report
Re-cap and look ahead
CommunicationCommunication
Montessori Compass
Website
Emails
Phone Calls
Person-to-Person (limited during class time)
Office Hours two Thursdays/month 3:00 -4:30 pm (please check
Montessori Compass for dates)
ResourcesResources
Located on the Classroom Page on our website:
◦ Daily Schedule
◦ Supply List
◦ Orientation Slide Show Toddler 2015-16
Located under the Parent Resources dropdown:
◦ Parent Handbook 2015-16