The Brickton Weekly, May 10th, 2012

Featured Blog
Each month we will feature a couple of blogs so that you can see Montessori education in action at Brickton. Discover all the opportunities our students have to develop independence and self-confidence. At our school, students take ownership of their learning with joy. This week, we are featuring Head of School Debbie Kelley’s blog, Revisiting Montessori Education. She features articles and links to interesting educational topics related to the growth and efficacy of Montessori education.

revisitingmontessorieducation.posterous.com

End of Year Survey
A few days ago we sent you an email requesting your assistance as an important part of our school community assessment. Our request involved completing a survey about the school. If you have completed the survey, thank you! Your reviews and opinions will greatly help direct the future of the school. If you have not had time to complete the survey, we would encourage you to click on the link below to provide us with your views. The survey will take approximately ten minutes to complete.  Please note the following:

• Please review the school’s mission statement prior to completing the survey. MISSION: We are a community of learners working together to provide a Montessori educational experience that engages and inspires students to become life-long learners and responsible participants in our diverse global community.
• Your answers are anonymous and confidential, so please provide your honest opinion. We are using a third party (ISACS survey team) to process the survey and we will not know the identity of any survey participant.
• You will be able to provide written or narrative comments about your views of our school along with answers to specific questions.
• Please contact Erika Bolte (erika.bolte@brickton.org)
• Click on the link provided to access the online survey

Thank you for your time and effort with this important initiative.

Regards,
 
Debbie Kelley
Head of School

Summertime Wonder Camp!
Sign your children up for summer camp at Brickton! We have programs for ages 2 through 8th grade, and we are excited to enjoy the summer with your child. Go to www.brickton.org/summer to learn about our awesome summer camp, download enrollment forms, and learn about the great things our students get to do.

Spring Clean Up, Volunteers Needed
Many hands are needed to distribute new wood chips on the playground. If you can give an hour or two, it would be most appreciated!

When: Saturday, May 19th, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Who: Adults and children are welcome
What to bring: Wheelbarrows and shovels

Questions? Email Jackie Toro at jackie.toro@brickton.org

Manna Order
This Friday, May 11th, is the next to last Manna order date! Plan to pick up cards Wednesday, May 16th. The final Manna order date this year will be in two weeks, May 25th. Thank you for your continuing support of this Middle School fundraiser.

9-12 Cultural Fair
Here at Brickton, it’s obvious when the 9-12 Cultural Fair is coming up. 4th through 6th year students are in the halls practicing their presentations, timing themselves, and working out the best way to present their information. Students are exploring a wide range of topics to present: mythical creatures, Irish dance, Egypt, dogs at work, and Inca defense. The students have been researching, writing, editing, and practicing for weeks. Join us on Friday, May 18th, for a day full of learning.