Thursday, November 6, 2014

Dear Parents,

         The students had a great time yesterday at the museum creating structures that would survive an earthquake and creating their own structures as well. The students were so engaged I think the chaperones and I could have left and they wouldn’t have noticed. The problem was I don’t know whom I had a harder time getting out of the building area when our time was done, the students or the parents. We also enjoyed exploring all there was to do in the Imaginarium. The students were excellent representatives of Denali Montessori on the trip. Well done! Thank you again to all the chaperones that were able to join us. You make it possible to do all these fun learning experiences.  

         We have another field trip scheduled on Tuesday, November 18 when we walk to the Performing Arts Center to see “National Geographic Live! The Lens of Adventure” which is a free trip! We will leave the school at about 9:45 and return at about 12:15. I have sent this permission slip in today’s folder.

         Denali Montessori is holding a canned food drive for Thanksgiving items for the Food Bank. It’s a little different this year. The Food Bank has specific needs for the holiday and each class has chosen specific items to fill those needs. Our class has been asked to bring canned cranberry sauce and canned pumpkin. We will build a giant structure in the classroom (something along the lines of Stonehenge I’m sure) with the cans until the end of the drive on Friday, November 21. I appreciate your donations ahead of time.

The students have had a great week working on the measurement of time, spelling, math operations, prepositions, writing, reading, penmanship, and more. This class is really impressive in their work habits, how they work with each other, and their love for learning. I am having a great time working with your kids. Thank you for all your hard work you do at home with them.

         If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail me at moyer_craig@asdk12.org or call or write me a note.

Sincerely,

Craig Moyer