IvyNotes: December 2nd
  Director's Note  

Welcome to December! 

The Ivymount annual Book Fair will be held in the library this week. Please drop by anytime Monday through Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. or Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. We have a fabulous assortment of books and merchandise for sale!  Check backpacks for more details and a wish list form. Cash, checks, or credit cards accepted.


Ivymount's Annal Winter Clothing Drive has returned.  We are collecting coats, blankets, and winter clothing.  Items should be new or gently used but in good condition.  Please drop all donations in the collection box in the front office by  Friday, December 14th. 

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Thanks to all who were able to join us yesterday at the Holiday Artist Fair  at True Respite Brewing Co. This was a terrific opportunity for our student businesses, plus a great fundraiser that will help us purchase a mobility van. 


For those unable to attend but who would like to purchase IvyBarkery dog biscuits and Ivy Soapery natural honey oatmeal soap, please look for special 29 hour sale offer below. 

Finally, a reminder that our final day of classes for the second quarter is Wednesday, December 19th. Winter break begins on Thursday, December 20th. Classes will resume on Wednesday, January 2, 2019.

Hope you have a good week, 
Susan Holt 
Executive Director
Ivymount School & Programs


HOLIDAY SALE 
FROM OUR STUDENT BUSINESSES 

HURRY, ORDER NOW! 

THIS OFFER  ENDS TOMORROW (MONDAY) AT 11:59 P.M.

 


SPECIAL OFFER #1:


Buy one bar of honey oatmeal soap, get one bar free. 

(Two bars for $4.)
 


SPECIAL OFFER #2:


Buy two bags cheddar dog biscuits for $10  
and get a third bag free.

(Each package includes
6 large or 12 small dog biscuits.)


Orders must be placed on-line 
by Monday, December 3rd at 11:59 P.M.


Arts and Athletics
After School Programs at Ivymount

Tuesdays and Thursdays 
from 3:30 - 5 p.m.

January 8th to March 14th

Arts and Athletics is an after school program that provides mainstream 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. 

This winter, Athletics will feature volleyball and the Art group will create projects in a variety of mediums inspired by winter themes.







Many thanks to those who attended our meeting last Thursday evening! We had a full conference room and a great discussion. 
Our next meeting will be held on Friday, January 18th at 9 a.m.


Save the Date: 
Our 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Family Dance will be held on Saturday, March 9th from 6-8 p.m. 
More details will be posted after winter break. 



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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:


Friday, December 7th 
from  10 to 11:15 a.m.
Our students will host an Ivy Barkery pop-up sale
at Westwood Pet Center
(5428 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda)


Thursday, December 20th -
Tuesday, January 1st
NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK


Wednesday, January 2nd
Classes Resume


Tuesday, January 8th
After School Outreach Program Begins
Arts & Athletics 
from 3:30 to 5 p.m.


Friday, January 18th 
PTA meeting at 9 a.m.


Monday, January 21st
NO SCHOOL


Sunday, February 24th
from Noon to 3 p.m.
7th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair


Saturday, March 9th
from 6 to 8 p.m.
3rd Annual PTA St. Patrick's Day Family Dance 



HELPFUL LINKS:





Thanks to all who continue to support our student businesses. 

These programs provide opportunities for students to gain work experience and an avenue to practice purchasing skills in a simulated store environment. 
Breakfast and lunch 
options for  this week:

Monday through Friday 
from 9:05 to 9:30 a.m. 

Monday through Friday 
10 to 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday 
lunch delivery service

Friday 
lunch delivery service