Friday, April 28, 2017

Community News

Dear Parents,
We have a few events fast approaching. Next Friday is Cinco de Mayo and each class will be having a special party and celebration. Please look on the classroom doors this afternoon to sign-up if you would like to contribute to the community meal. 
Mother's Day recognition events are taking place on Monday, May 15th. An invitation went out yesterday in your child's inbox, please make sure you are checking it daily. We encourage every mother to come and share breakfast with their child on this day. However if you cannot make it, grandma, aunt, etc.. is welcome to attend in your place. Please sign up on the classroom doors. 
Lastly, our Spring Sing is taking place on Friday, May 19th @ 6 PM. Please remember that we will close at 2:30 PM on this day to prepare for the event. Tickets are now available in the office for $2 a piece and go toward the rental of the facility. This is a large venue so there is no limit to the amount of friends and family you may bring. We hope to see you there!!!
Have a great day!
Adam Thewes, Administrator

Friday, April 21, 2017

May 2017 Hot Lunch Menu and Order Form

Click here for a printable May 2017 Cater Tots Menu

May 2017 Cater Tots Order Form


May 2017 Snack Calendar Links

Infant and Toddler May 2017 Snacks

Ms. Shivika May 2017 Snacks

Ms. Kellise May 2017 Snacks

News and Upcoming Events

Dear Parents,
This weekend is our 1st Annual Casino Night presented by the MAU Parent-Teacher Committee. Come join us on Saturday, April 22nd at 6 PM for dinner, drinks and fun. This is an adult only event and is welcome to all friends and family of MAU. Admission is now $20 per person and all proceeds go towards the committees ongoing projects. The committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month, if you are interested in contributing to the ideas shared. 
The results are in, we raised $2,647.50 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital!!!! Way to go MAU Community!!! Those of you who turned in your prize slip should receive your prizes within the next few weeks. Thanks again for participating in this event!
We are making some changes to our staff. We are welcoming Ms. Destany to our Infant and Toddler Community. Ms. Brittney will continue to support the classroom but will primarily work in the office going forward. We are making these changes to ensure that there is office staff available to answer your questions and concerns during Office Hours. 
The 2017 Spring Sing will be held at Lincoln Avenue Community Church located at 1511 Lincoln Avenue in Pomona, CA on Friday, May 19th at 6 p.m. Please note that this day is a minimum day so that the children can go home and change, eat and be ready to perform for you. We will close at 2:30 p.m. on the day of the performance. A note will go home with your teacher regarding the desired attire needed for the performance. Children should arrive at the venue by 5:30 p.m. to be ready to start promptly at 6 p.m. We will also be having an International Pot Luck directly after in the reception hall. We are asking that each family bring 8 –12 servings of their favorite main dish, side or dessert that represents your families’ heritage. Tickets will be available prior to the event for $2 or $3 at the door. We hope to see you there!
All classes will be holding their Mother’s Day Events on Monday, May 15th. You will receive an invitation from your child with details of the event which is specific to each class. Please save the date to stop by and spend a little time with your child so they can honor and serve you on this day.
On Monday, we opened registration to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please remember to return your Registration Form to the office along with any applicable fee as soon as possible so that we can guarantee a spot in the Summer Session and/or Academic School Year for your child. Our summer theme this year is Animal Adventures. We are currently working on booking our field trips and will have our schedule complete by the end of next week so that you can have more information about what our program will offer. Remember that our summer program includes continued academic work within the Montessori curriculum. 
We are just a month and a half away from the end of the 2016-2017 School Year, can’t believe we are really that close! I would like to take a moment to recognize the efforts of the Parent-Teacher Committee this school year. Thank you Ms. Brittney, Ms. Kris, Tara, Paige, Caren, and Ellie for the events you organized including the Harvest Festival and Casino Night, along with the funds you raised for our children this school year. I am so glad to see this committee take shape the way I had always hoped. The PTC is open to any parent or teacher who would like to give their feed back and lend their talents to the school community, or just hang out and get to know others in the MAU community. We hope to see you there!
Thank you parents for your continued support of the school and your children, “it takes a village”. We are thankful for our wonderful staff and are proud of the accomplishments of our students. It has been a wonderful year as we have nearly doubled our student body due in large part to the good word you are sharing about us with your friends and family.  
With many thanks,

Adam Thewes, Administrator

Monday, February 13, 2017

Valentine's Day Festivities

Dear Parents,

Reminder that tomorrow we will be having our Valentine's Day parties. For Children's House, the children are encouraged to bring in cards for their classmates with only their name in the "To" seciton and no specific name in the "From" section so that it is easier to hand out during our exchange. Infants and Toddlers are to bring in a wrapped stuffed animal for the child that they picked to exchange with. If you have any questions please contact the office.

Have a great day!

Adam Thewes, Administrator

Friday, February 10, 2017

Journey and Discovery

Journey & Discovery
Saturday, February 11, 2017
at 10:00 a.m.
Who: Current and Interested Parents, Family and Friends
Register with the link below, in the office, or call (909) 621-1603
Montessori Academy of Upland will host Journey & Discovery, a hands-on seminar that lets you explore the Montessori curriculum from 6 weeks through Kindergarten.
The day starts with a Journey through the classrooms to get a feel for the Montessori prepared educational environment. Parents will then split into the classroom/s of their choice to discover the curriculum through hands on learning and an opportunity to talk with teachers at all levels about what happens in the classroom each day.  The journey ends with a light lunch and discussion.
We are excited to be able to offer this experience to our parents and others who are interested in discovering new educational options for their child. By experiencing what your child does each day, and what work he or she will do at the next level, you’ll get a full understanding of the value of a Montessori education and whether this is the right educational choice for your child.
Space is limited but still available at this time. Make your reservation today.

Sincerely,
Adam Thewes
Asministrator