The Hawkeye
Montclair Weekly Newsletter ~ February 22, 2018
Montclair PTO Auction ~ Saturday, 2/24 ~ 5PM-9PM
Leverty Letter
Students at Montclair are learning in leaps and bounds, and often in terms of other BSD elementary schools, advancing beyond their peers. Many parents have expressed how the rigor at Montclair appears to be higher than at other schools they have experienced, and that feedback supports the growth that I’ve seen children achieve. Despite their achievements, what our children often don’t do is talk about their school day. How many of us have asked a child, “How was your day today?” only to get a shrug or ho-hum answer?
If we want to get kids talking about school perhaps we need to change the narrative. I’ve found that once I’ve broken through in talking with a student, they often don’t stop talking, but what I ask to prompt the conversation is key. Instead of asking questions like the one above, I might ask, “What was the most fun thing you did at school?”. Leaving it open for them to fill in the blank is important, and not asking them to describe “today” leaves more options on the table. Because the fact is, today may have been ho-hum, but yesterday may have been awesome! Other questions that might spark a discussion could include:
“What’s the coolest thing that happened?”
“What wasn’t so cool?”
“Pretend you’re the teacher. How would you describe the day?”
“What made you laugh?”
“What was the most creative thing you did?”
“How were you kind or helpful today?”
“How was someone kind or helpful to you?”
Enjoy your engaging conversations!
Sean Leverty
Calling All New Kindergartners ~ 2018-2019 ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN
If you have a child that will be 5 on or before 9/1/18, we are starting our list of incoming Kindergartners and would like to add your child to it. Please contact the office at 503-356-2190.
· Online Registration opens 2/1/18 (click on this link below for instructions)
· Kindergarten Orientation is 4/12/18 at 4:00PM (for Parents and students)
Parent Teacher Conferences ~ 2/28, 3/1, 3/2
Wednesday 2/28 ~ 3:30-8:00PM
Thursday/Friday 3/1 & 3/2 ~ No Students
PTO Meeting RESCHEDULED ~ 2/28, 7PM
SCRIP Orders
Registration Open for Sensational Sign-Up Parties!
Registration for the following sign-up parties is now available in the Office! Bring a check made out to Montclair PTO and get your student(s) on the lists! Please note: space is limited for the Tech & Library Extravaganzas; registration for the other parties is on-going and attendance is unlimited!!
Hawks’ Night Out Party
*Movie & Pizza Party hosted by Mrs. Penuel and Mrs. Fredriksen
*Friday, June 1 from 5:00-9:00 p.m.
*$25 per student - *2nd-5th grade only*
Tech & Library Extravaganzas
*Hosted by Mrs. Fryer, Mrs. Terada, and Ms. Fidler
*Students will enjoy tech time, craft, reading, raffle, snack, and story!
*Three Parties: March 9, April 3, & May 24, 3:05-4:30; Pick-up only (no bus)
*$15 per student - *Any Grade*
*Limited to 25 spots per party
Movie Matinee: The Incredibles
*Movie & Popcorn Party hosted by Ms. Elliott, Mrs. Putzek, Mrs. Kamm, & Teacher Susie
*Friday, March 16 from 3:05-5:30 p.m.; Pick-up only (no bus)
*$10 per student - *Any Grade*
Thank you to our Teachers & Staff for hosting these fabulous events!
Questions: contact Emily Potts emilykpotts@gmail.com
Garden Home Community Library ~ Community Partnership ~ January Events
Harlem Renaissance Storytime
February 23, 3:00 p.m.
We’re celebrating black history month with a special musical storytime. We’ll have stories featuring musicians and poets like Langston Hughes and Melba Liston. We’ll also have LIVE music on trumpet and percussion for you to hear and a craft to make and take home.
LEGO Creativity Club
February 24, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Join us at our monthly Lego free play with Master Builder Blair Archer! We’ll have lots of Legos for you to build and play with. This event is open to all ages that will not eat the Legos.
Montclair Calendar
February 28 Conferences ~3:30-8:00PM
February 28 PTO Meeting ~ 7PM, Library
March 1-2 Conferences ~ No Students
March 6 SCRIP orders due
March 14 PTO Meeting ~ 7PM, Library
March 21 1st Grade Polar Animal Night, 6:30-7:30PM
March 26-30 Spring Break ~ Schools Closed
April 12 Kindergarten Orientation ~ 4PM
April 13 Grading Day ~ No Students
April 18 PTO Meeting ~ 7PM, Library
April 19 Family Exploration Night ~ 6-7:30PM
May 10 Muffins for Moms & Those Who Love Me ~ 7AM
Montclair Elementary
Attendance Hotline: 503-356-2191
Email: sean_leverty@beaverton.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/schools/montclair
Location: 7250 SW Vermont St, Portland, OR, United States
Phone: 503-356-2190
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/montclairpto/
Twitter: @montclair_bsd