The Brickton Weekly, April 13, 2013

Getting to Know You: Each week this section will highlight one staff member and what inspired them to pursue working in a Montessori environment.

Jacqueline Toro, After School Coordinator

I came to Brickton in August1999 as a Floating Assistant.  I had heard about Montessori from friends.  I came to my interview and was awed with all I saw and heard. Having a daughter myself, I was not just interested in working here, but also having her come to school here.

I started in Kathleen Kasser's room and floated to other classrooms after awhile.  Just like the kids, I enjoyed every work I saw the teachers present.  Two and a half months later, and after lots of research, I decided to have my daughter attend Brickton.

I've gotten to know all the teachers along the way and have enjoyed working with them in their classroom.  Thirteen years later, my child that has gone through the Brickton program graduated. I am beyond grateful and happy that I chose many years ago to come work here and grow with the children and the families.

New Blog Site

You may notice that our blog looks different this week.  We have switched to a new blog platform, posthaven.com, as our previous blog platform, posterous.com, is shutting down the end of the month.  Thank you for following the classroom blog.  We enjoy sharing our experiences with you. 

Brickton's Annual Bowling Bash – Tomorrow!

Join the Brickton community for a fun-filled afternoon of Cosmic Bowling!

Brunswick Zone - 7333 Milwaukee Avenue in Niles

Saturday, April 13^th, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

$15 per person - includes bowling, shoe rental and lunch.  Tickets can be purchased in the main office.

Friends of Brickton Day, Friday, May 10^th at 8:00 a.m.

Please have your child invite a "Special Friend" to visit Brickton - Grandparent, Aunt or Uncle, Neighbor, etc.  Your guest will enjoy breakfast in the Great Room and then time in the classroom with your child.  Please check your Parent Folder for an invitation that you can mail to your guest.

Please join us in honoring Debbie Kelley and Judy Beyer

For a lifetime of dedicated service to the students and families of Brickton Montessori School

Saturday, May 11^th, 2013

11:00 pm - The Great Room

The ceremony will be led by students and will coincide with the Art Expo.

Upcoming Events

Bowling Bash, Saturday, April 13^th 11:30am – 2:00 p.m., Brunswick Zone, 7333 Milwaukee Ave, Niles

Middle School to Nature’s Classroom, April 15^th – 19^th

Information Coffee, Thursday, April 18^th, 9:00 – 10:00 am – For families interested in Brickton

Hot Dog Lunch, Friday, April 19^th

Manna Orders Due, Friday, April 19^th

Open House, Sunday, April 21^st, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm - For families interested in Brickton

Pizza Lunch, Friday, May 5^th

Manna Orders Due, Friday, May 3^rd

Parent Alliance Meeting, Monday, May 6^th, 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm; Care and dinner provided

Band/Choral Concert, Thursday, May 10^th, Salvation Army Headquarters, 8354 W. Foster Ave

Friends of Brickton Day, Friday, May 11^th

Art Expo, Saturday, May 11^th, 10:00 – 12:00.

Celebration Honoring Debbie Kelley & Judy Beyer, Saturday, May 11^th, 11:00 am