New Message from Michele:
Calendar:
Dec 5: Caregiver + Child Class, registration opens, details here
Dec 6: CHiPA meeting, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., in the Community Room or via Zoom, details here
Dec 13: Coffee with Britny: How to Raise a Self-driven Child, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., details here
Dec 15: Primary Pajama Day, see below
Dec 15: Seasonal Sing, 11:30 a.m., school closes immediately following, Half Day, see below
Dec 16-Jan 1: Winter Break, Campus Closed
Dec 18: Deadline to register for Navigators Girls Basketball
Jan 2: School resumes
Look further ahead…
In the Know:
New! Time to Order Lunch
December Lunch Menu is now available, view menu here.
New! Welcome to Honeycomb!
We're excited to introduce a new tool for families at The Children's House and Compass Junior High. At CHiPA we’ve explored and vetted the functionality and privacy of Honeycomb. We believe it will support our school by streamlining how we communicate important information and connect with each other. Learn more here!
Caregiver + Child Classes: Registration opens December 5!
We have added a new program starting in January! Caregiver + Child classes are designed for parents or caregivers with children not currently enrolled in The Children’s House. Classes will be offered for Prenatal, Perinatal, Infant, and Toddling. Registration opens to Children’s House families on Tuesday, Dec 5! Learn more here.
New! Willow Classroom Bake Sale Update
Ruby Bridges Bake Sale for Cherryland Humane Society raised $573.80!
Dear Families,
Thank you for giving money or baked goodies. We raised a lot of money for the Humane Society. Love, Alexandra and Evelyn, the Willow Classroom
New! Boots for Kids Sock Drive
Thank you to everyone who gave socks to support this community effort!
Primary Pajama Day, Friday, December 15
Primary students are encouraged to wear pajamas to school on Dec.15! Please no slippers, stuffed animals, or other sleep accessories.
Seasonal Sing, December 15 at 11:30 a.m.
This is a time-honored tradition on the final day of school before winter break. Families and friends gather to sing a variety of festive songs from many cultures celebrating this wonderful time of year. Campus closes immediately following the event, no lunch, no Friend's Club. Nido and YCC parents will receive specific instructions from their guide.
Extracurriculars:
New! Navigators Boys Basketball (6th/8th) season is underway!
If you'd like to cheer them on, check the family calendar for upcoming games.
Navigators Girls Basketball (6th-8th)
This new co-op team will have a season from January 3 through March 2, 2024. Registration is open now and closes December 18. Learn more and register here.
Blog:
Life-long, Interesting Learners
By Jamie Schaub
When I started my Elementary Montessori training I remember my trainer boldly telling us (maybe even yelling), "You have to be interesting to the children!" She went on to explain that Continue Reading...
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