Athena Montessori Academy

May 2022 Newsletter

"The greatest sign of success for a teacher... is to be able to say, ’The children are now working as if I did not exist.’"

-- Dr. Maria Montessori

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Google Calendar for Parents

Check out the Athena Parent Calendar and stay tuned to important school events!

Important Dates

May

Asian American Month

Pacific Islander Month

Jewish American Heritage Month


Sunday, May 1st

May Day


Tuesday, May 3rd

Eid al-Fitr

National Teacher's Day


Thursday, May 5th

African Heritage Day

Cinco de mayo


Sunday, May 8th

Mother's Day


Parent Workshop with Amber Dawn Wellness (virtual)

Avoiding Burnout in Parenthood

Wednesday, May 11th

12-1pm (flyer to come)


Friday, May 13th

Field Day


Friday, May 27th

Last day of Spring semester


Monday, May 30th

Memorial Day


Wednesday, June 8th

First Day of Summer Camp

T3 Team Spotlight


1. What is your favorite aspect of the Three to Six Plane of Development?

Zach: There's so much to love, but I think my favorite aspect is seeing the emergence of the child's personality, and I love being part of the early stages of their journey to being the people they're going to be for the rest of their lives!


2. What is a sweet moment you have experienced this school year?

Lina: A few weeks ago, a parent told me that their child told them that her guides help her heart grow! It was really sweet.


3. Name something that people generally think very young children cannot do, but you have seen them do.

Sydney: Cook a complete breakfast!


4. If you could own only one book on early childhood, which book would you pick?

Zach: I would pick the Tao of Montessori. I've been reading it throughout my training, and I think it's full of beautiful wisdom on living and being with our students. Every chapter I read is the exact words that I needed!




Follow the link below to read the full Tots 3 Spotlight:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wd1AOZ4jWKaugoK3rENkcy0UpIELxfQ6iQ4iV9OO5I4/edit

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Lights Out, Texas!

Did you know that nearly two billion birds migrate through Texas every spring? They often travel at night, and artificial light can confuse and disorient them, causing them to collide with buildings. How can you help? I'm glad you asked! All you have to do is turn off all nonessential lighting from 11pm to 6am. Peak migration is from April 22 - May 12, so save birds and money by turning off your lights as much as possible during this time.

Happy Birthday!

Student Birthdays:

Blake C. -- 5/2

August B. -- 5/4

Josephine K. -- 5/7

Paxton U. -- 5/9

Dviti S. -- 5/10

James F. -- 5/13

Bennett P. -- 5/16

Elliott -- 5/16

Camille R. -- 5/17

Grace R. -- 5/17

Tavian S. -- 5/17

Harlow R. -- 5/21

Daphne E. -- 5/22

Cooper K. -- 5/23

Lucy C. -- 5/28

Beckett B. -- 5/30



Staff Birthdays:

Rocio Lopez-Cortez -- 5/19

Haley Prescott -- 5/27

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Enrollment Notices

Tots enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year is complete. While we wish we could have offered every Tots-aged child a spot for this fall, we are hopeful to be able to welcome you all to Athena in the future!


We have limited spots still available in our Primary program for the 2022-2023 school year. If you would like your 3-5 year old child to be considered for admission this August, you may submit an application here.


As always, please direct admissions & enrollment questions to Joy Jacobson.
You can email her directly Admissions@AthenaMontessoriAcademy.com

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School Supplies

Oliver's Labels

Need labels? Oliver's Labels has labels for backpacks, shoes, clothes, lunch boxes, and water bottles!  Click on the image above to purchase customized labels and Athena will receive 20% of your purchase!

For Small Hands

For Small Hands carries a wide variety of items for children, all child-sized, fun and developmentally-appropriate!  Use our code below, and Athena will get a percentage of the sale to apply towards materials for school. CODE 165595