Growing Together
Geist Montessori Academy@GeistAcademy

Volume 12: October 18, 2020
The Timeless Beauty of One
Dear GMA School Family,
The crunch of leaves under your feet, the brisk air touching your cheek, the little hand in yours… These are the moments before us, where the trees burst with true hue and invite us to stop and stare in wonder, to notice and linger a while longer.
We are all a part of this interconnected beauty unfolding gently before us, reminding us that we, too, are changing. Likewise, at GMA, we have changed quarters and the newness of the second nine weeks provides new opportunities for growth and development. The dynamics of having new friends on campus is refreshing and generates original perspectives and insight. We are still one school family, one community of learners, yet now differently connected.
Just as the autumn leaves are now unveiling their true colors, these past nine weeks, it has been pure joy witnessing the children reveal their inner personalities, styles, and passions. Their joy, carefree love and adventure, their curiosity and exploration with the world is innately there. And still, all of the students, so uniquely created, so profound and full of potential, are intricately connected with one another, just like the Montessori materials themselves.
As we head into fall break, please pause and notice. Revel in the joy and passion of your child. Celebrate the differences in one another and the strengths you bring when together as a family. Dr. Maria Montessori noticed. She saw, and she created. She continues to challenge each of us to celebrate the interconnectedness of it all, to be true to our own personal nature, to wake up to the beauty before us and enjoy each precious moment; all one, yet many; all different, but equal, the timeless beauty of one!
As always, thank you for your partnership~ wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful fall break!
Warmly,
Cindy Schuler
Executive Director
Geist Montessori Academy
(317) 813-4626
Of all things, love is the most potent.
-Maria Montessori
Habitats and learning habits emerge! Empowering students' curiosity and creativity with research

sunshine spreaders!

Spreading joy and kindness this week:
Cooper Neumann
Kaylin Durham
Asher Lemieux
Liam Fluke
Recipient not pictured: Emery Tembe
Whole Child Development
Words Come Alive 10/30: Dictionary Day
Dictionary Day
Dictionary Day is held in honor of Noah Webster, the man who is considered to have fathered the American Dictionary. It is typically celebrated October 16, but GMA will be celebrating words on 10/30.
Dictionary Day encourages students to improve the way they speak and write by enhancing and expanding their vocabulary. Friday, October 30, vocabulary words will come alive, as students dress as a word. Each class will partner with another class to share their words, parts of speech, definitions, and the words used in a sentence. We can't wait to see the words come alive!
Ahhhh~ a good book!
Notes from the NUrse
Fall Break Travel Guidance from Nurse April
Wishing everyone a much deserved and safe fall break! Here are some guidelines to follow from the Indiana Department of Health and CDC if you plan to travel over the break:
While getting gas, use disinfecting wipes on handles and buttons on the pumps.
In hotels, limit contact and ask hotel’s prevention practices.
When stopping for food, pack or use drive thru, delivery, or carry out services.
Do not travel if you are sick or have been around someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 past 14 days.
Please continue the same precautions we have all been practicing at home and school: wear a mask, distance 6 feet apart, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer, avoid contact with anyone who is sick and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Before traveling please check the cases from the last seven days in the states you will be traveling through using this site from the CDC:
https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#cases_casesinlast7days
For further travel recommendations please see the CDC guidelines here:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-during-covid19.html
Safe Travels and Happy Fall Break from Nurse April!
We're Being the Best that we can be! BTBTYCB!
Rising Student Leaders
Growing Together
School Board Meeting Coming Soon
Our sincere appreciation is extended to our amazing school board for their service to GMA!
President: Uriah Ellis
Secretary: Lacey Willard
Treasurer: Andrew Cavallaro
Members at Large: Karen Swan and Mark Clark
Topic: School Board Meeting
Time: Oct 20, 2020 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77856012413?pwd=YWVuWGFWNW1rZ05tN01JdVN1QitKQT09
Meeting ID: 778 5601 2413
Passcode: 2MsBY8
Meeting Dates: October 20, 2020 , December 15, 2020, February 16, 2021, April 20, 2021, June 15, 2021
*All Meetings begin at 5:30 pm and are open to the public. Meetings will be held at the physical school location or virtually, as needed.
We look forward to our continued partnership, as we grow together for the better!
WE hope to see you at the next PTO Meeting!
Time: Oct 20, 2020 06:30 PM Indiana (East)
Every month on the Third Tuesday, until Dec 15, 2020, 3 occurrence(s)
Oct 20, 2020 06:30 PM
Nov 17, 2020 06:30 PM
Dec 15, 2020 06:30 PM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://zoom.us/meeting/tJEpcOyqqTMjE9GXc85TFfOC08_I-ORU2A6M/ics?icsToken=98tyKuCtqjwvGNOduRCCRowMBo_CZ-rwtlxEj_p6pBy9VhR1ZCzVZrp9G_9QIu2C
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/95475278995?pwd=YkM3eXBjUW1yd3N3bkJCNmdvdC91dz09
Meeting ID: 954 7527 8995
Passcode: jXU4tX
Virtual Related Arts
Virtual Related Arts for Second Quarter
Students will continue to receive daily related arts, but the format will be changing. Recorded lessons will be sent out for the children to view and participate in every day. Each student will also receive one live ZOOM class for each special: one for PE, one for art, and one for music, each week. These live ZOOM classes will be multi-age and optional.

GMA School Calendar

Virtual or LIve, GMA always thrives!

Children of the World, featuring GMA students!!!

Meet our incredible School Family staff members: Enjoy Photos and Letters
Meet our 2020.2021 Staff Members
We are so excited to grow together for the better!