This Friday is our final day of classes for the second quarter. Winter break begins on Monday, December 23. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2019.
IvyNotes will take a holiday as well and return on Sunday, January 5th.
Looking further ahead, please mark your calendars: the first day of our
2020-21 school year
will be Monday, July 6. Summer Break is scheduled for Monday, August 10 through Tuesday, August 25. Classes will resume on Wednesday, August 26. The full 2020-2021 school calendar will be distributed in early April.
Bravo to our Outreach Arts and Athletic's team and participants for the fun and interactive Showcase last Thursday. Registration is now open for this After School Program starting again on January 7. More information is below.
We have limited student businesses running this week. Gator Lunch Shop, California Tortilla delivery, Gator Nachos, Pizza and Dog Pound will be closed.
We hope you have a wonderful Winter Break and a very Happy New Year!
With warm regards,
Susan Holt
Director
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Ongoing
Winter Clothing Donation Drive
Monday, Dec 23 to Friday, Jan 3
No School for students & staff
Winter Break
Monday, Jan 6
Classes Resumes
Monday, Jan 20
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
No School for students & staff
Sunday, Feb 23
Ivymount Special Needs Resource Fair
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Do you have suggestions for exhibitors you'd like to see at the Fair or professionals, organizations, or groups you think others should know about? Let us know.
Also send us ideas for Ivymount Professional Workshops you would like to attend at the Fair.
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You shop. Amazon gives.
'Tis the Season when many of us are shopping. Using AmazonSmile is just like ordering on Amazon, except on your first visit to the site you will be promoted to select a charitable organization from their list.
Please select "Ivymount School Foundation."
For more information about AmazonSmile, please
click here.
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Students Enjoy Holiday Concert
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Ivymount students had the opportunity to experience the sold out U.S. Army Band's American Holiday Festival by attending the dress rehearsal at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, DC on Friday, December 6.
About 75 Ivymount students and staff from a variety of MLN, MAP, and Autism program classrooms were among hundreds from around the region who were invited to the complimentary program by the U.S. Army Band and the DC Association for Special Education (DCASE).
The annual 90-minute concert featured many familiar holiday tunes, both instrumental and vocal. "Students were very attentive during the concert and shared after how much they loved the music and enjoyed the field trip," said Jennie Kampf, MAP program director. "It was a great opportunity for the students to practice community based social skills in a new setting and it helps students to practice for possible family outings which may include holiday events and performances in large venues."
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MLN High School Students Experience College
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Last week, some of our High School students took a trip to College Living Experience and Montgomery College.
At the College Living Experience (CLE) office, t
he students met with the director and visited an apartment of one of the CLE students. They learned about college credit classes and the time required outside of the classroom to be successful in class. The CLE students discussed independence and how to take on more responsibilities.
Ivymount students then went to Montgomery College, Rockville campus, where they met with a representative from Workforce and Development who informed them of classes that can be taken not for credit. Students learned that they could select classes that interest them (e.g., photography, drama), prepare them for working towards a trade-focused certification, or that prepare them for credit classes.
They also learned about the Graduate Transition Program and the Challenge program. Both of these programs are geared towards providing community college students
with additional support and social opportunities. For more information check out the links below:
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After School Clubs Showcase Talents
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Outreach students showcased their skills and masterpieces to families and staff during the Fall After-school Clubs Showcase.
Students learned new football skills, created beautiful artwork, and cooked delicious recipes during our Fall clubs.
Sign up your child to a be a part of the after-school fun for the winter session, which starts Tuesday January 7.
Clubs offered include Cooking and Volleyball on Tuesdays, and Art and Volleyball on Thursdays. Registration ends this Friday, Dec 20.
Arts and Athletics
After-School Programs at Ivymount
January 7 to March 12
Tuesdays and Thursdays
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Arts and Athletics is an after school program that provides an extracurricular activity programs for students of all abilities. Groups are designed and led by Ivymount's Adapted PE Instructors, Art Teacher, and other highly-trained Ivymount Staff.
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Help keep someone warm this winter by donating coats, blankets, and winter clothing for men, women, and children.
The Annual Winter Clothing Drive is collecting items for Bethesda Cares, a community outreach program for the homeless.
Items should be new or gently used but in good condition.
Please drop all donations in the collection box in the front office.
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While the indulgences of the holiday season may lead us to put our fitness mindset on hold until the New Year, IvyMoves encourages all of us to keep on moving!
Physical activity is not just exercising at a gym. It is any movement of the body that uses energy.
Here are some ways the whole family can incorporate physical activity into the Winter break:
- Hike local trails
- Head to the rink for ice skating
- Swim at an indoor pool
- Try something new, such as yoga or a free exercise app
- Have a dance party
- Take your pet for a walk
- If it snows, shovel and then go sledding
- Vacuum the carpet, rake the leaves, wash the windows
- Do another lap around the mall if you're shopping!
Stay tuned for IvyMoves events in our January movement month.
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Thank you from the PTA Board
On behalf of the Ivymount PTA Board, thank you to all of the amazing Ivymount families and staff for your continued and generous support of the Ivymount PTA. We had a very successful Fall fundraiser this year and could not have done it without your incredible support.
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PTA Meeting January 21
Our next PTA Meeting is on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 7 pm. Since we rotate meeting times, we hope many of you are able to attend this evening meeting. All Ivymount families are encouraged and welcome to attend PTA meetings.
There is also a call-in option. If you’re interested in calling in to the meeting, please email
ckgottfried@gmail.com
for call-in information.
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Monday - Friday
9:05 - 9:30 a.m.
Friday
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m
(CLOSED)
Monday - Friday
2 - 2:45 p.m.
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Gator Lunch Shop
Monday
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(CLOSED)
Tuesday lunch delivery
(See updated menu.)
(CLOSED)
Thursday
12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(CLOSED)
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