Mountain Lion Minute
Back-to-School, 2021-2022
Hello Mountain Lion Families,
I hope you are ready for the start of the 2021-2022 school year! Our building custodians and office staff have worked very hard over the summer preparing for our new school year. The school year officially begins on Monday, August 30th for all of our students, including our full-day kindergarteners. The school day begins at our normal time; doors open at 9:00am.
Our incoming kindergarten orientation is scheduled for August 26th, beginning at 9:30am. Our incoming kindergarteners and their families will be able to meet their teachers, experience the cafeteria, sit on a school bus and walk around Montgomery! Please bring any school supplies you have. You'll be able to place them at you child's seat. A list of requested school supplies for kindergarten is listed on the school’s website.
Also taking place on August 26th will be our New Family Orientation. This event will take place in our school gymnasium at 4:00pm. All non-kindergarten new families are invited to attend this session.
We will hold two different Back-to-School Night sessions this year. The first will be held on September 14th at 6:30pm for grades K-3. The second will be held on September 21st at 6:30pm for grades 4-6. I encourage everyone to attend so you can meet your child’s teacher and learn the classroom expectations for this year. Communication between the school and you is extremely important so please plan to attend. Please note that Back to School is for PARENTS ONLY. If you have specific questions, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher or the main office.
Please remember we do not permit any edible birthday treats in school due to the increasing number of students with potential life threatening dietary restrictions. We will allow treats at approved classroom parties because the parties are much easier to closely monitor.
Please see below for a few important reminders:
- Kindergarten Orientation- Thursday, August 26th at 9:30am
- New Family Orientation- Thursday, August 26th at 4:00pm
- Back to School Night(s) on either September 14th (K-3) or 21st (4-6) at 6:30pm.
- Visit the Montgomery website to receive updated information and everything you need to know about Montgomery.
Please keep in mind that potential changes made to our Health and Safety Plan by the NPSD Board of School Directors which may impact various aspects to daily routines at Montgomery.
New Staff Members
Mr. Brett Kaseman- 6th Grade Math/ Science
Miss Maddi Clugston- Librarian
Mrs. Danielle Zolnierz- Special Education Teacher
Mrs. Lauren Merrill- School Counselor
Montgomery H&S Message- New President, Crystal Lee
Dear Montgomery Families,
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! We are looking forward to a great year with our Montgomery family’s involvement in the many events planned, community-building activities and most importantly, supporting our children and teachers to a successful school year. We are extremely excited to welcome back the returning families and eager to meet all of the new families joining Montgomery Elementary.
As a registered 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization in support of the educational programs and environment, the Home and School aims to provide a welcoming environment, a sense of community and belonging, and work as a team to drive and promote team collaboration, consistency in communication, and making the connection between Home and School fun and exciting.
We will strive to increase our focus on Diversity, Unity and inclusion, as this equips us with the ability to serve one another. We are stronger as a team, and welcoming diverse perspectives and experiences helps us build that strength! The upcoming school year may continue to bring us challenges, but as a strong community, we will get through the hurdles and create wonderful memories for our children, teachers and staff
Looking forward to a great year!
Crystal Lee
H&S President
Montgomery H&S Leadership
Crystal Lee
President
Lauren Bell
1st Vice President
Katie Hersh
2nd Vice President
Lauren Wilson
VP of Ways and Means
Kelly Seymour
Secretary
Jayme Maitz
Treasurer
Montgomery Elementary School
Mrs. Lorraine Oliver, Principal's Secretary
Mrs. Beth Faia, Building Secretary
Mrs. Lauren Merrill, Counselor
Mrs. Marisa Green, Nurse
Mr. John DeSimone, SCC
Email: seidentj@npenn.org
Website: https://montgomery.npenn.org/
Phone: 215-368-6614
Twitter: @MontgomeryNPSD