We hope you're enjoying this long weekend and will find a meaningful way to spend Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We look forward to having our students and staff return to school on Tuesday.
Our IvyMoves Movement Month continues to "step it up." See below for how far our students have walked in the step challenge and for suggestions on some local organizations that provide movement opportunities. Remember to bring the whole family to the Feb 1 community event as we finish the month with a one-hour, high-energy dance/fitness event.
We encourage you to consider attending the Feb 4 MANSEF Advocacy Day in Annapolis, MD. Please register by Jan 29.
Register Here
Have a great week.
Susan Holt
Director
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Ongoing
Winter Clothing Donation Drive
Monday, Jan 20
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
No School for students & staff
Saturday, Feb 1
IvyMoves Community Event with ZamDance
Monday, Feb 17
President's Day
No School for students & staff
Sunday, Feb 23
Ivymount Special Needs Resource Fair
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Tuesday, Jan 21
Ivymount PTA Meeting
7-8 pm
Ivymount Conference Room
Friday, Jan 31
Brainstorming Session
9:30-10:30 am
Ivymount Conference Room
Tuesday, Feb 18
Box Tops Collection Deadline
Saturday, Mar 7
St. Patrick's Day Dance
6 - 8 pm
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Project SEARCH Information Session
Wednesday, January 29
at Ivymount School
7 PM - 9 PM
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Resource Fair
Information on financial planning, legal questions, recreational activities, therapy services, academic resources, and advocacy are all in one place at the upcoming Resource Fair.
Click the button below to see which exhibitors have already signed up, and to register so we know you're coming.
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IvyMoves - Students Over Halfway in Step Challenge
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During Movement Month at Ivymount, students are "walking through our communities" by wearing pedometers during PE and fitness class to record steps.
We have set a goal of 200,000 steps per week, equating to 800,000 steps for the month. Students tallied 245,596 steps this week, with the total so far of 460,567. That's more than half-way to the goal. Way to work!
The Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Adapted Physical Education team has compiled a short list of organizations that provide movement opportunities for your students and family.
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IvyMoves Community Event
with ZamDance
Saturday, Feb 1
1:30 pm
Join us in the gymnasium for a one-hour ZamDance workout that combines fitness moves with basic dance moves, set to high-energy music.
Designed for children and adults of all abilities so bring the whole family!
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The December Best Buddies event was a huge success. Students decorated cookies and made holiday cards at Georgetown Prep. Some students braved the cold to play soccer with volunteers from another Georgetown Prep extracurricular “Challenger Soccer.”
On January 26, buddy pairs will be meeting at Bowlmor Lanes for bowling and snacks. It is shaping up to be another fun event.
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MLN Presentations Inform Parents and Students
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Parent Panel Talks Transition
Katherine Newman and Mark Salzberg, parents of recent MLN HS graduates, participated in a Parent Panel in early December. The panelists and parent attendees discussed a wide variety of transition-focused topics, including college/community college (application process, classes, disability services), travel training, internships, ABLE accounts, guardianship and guardianship alternatives, housing, social security benefits, and social opportunities. We appreciate Katie and Mark sharing their time and for all those who participated in the evening.
The MLN Parent Night for spring will be a Part 2 with additional parents. Date, time, and details coming soon.
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High School Graduate Provides College Tips
Recent MLN High School graduate and Montgomery College student Justin Salzberg spent some time, after completing his finals, with our MLN high schoolers. Justin provided the students with an overview of his current college experience and answered the students’ questions. They asked thoughtful questions and through his answers, Justin was able to help paint a picture of life after high school. Thanks Justin!
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The art room is looking for 50-60 old school wooden blocks for an art project. The desired size is approximately 2” x 4” planks cut into 3” high (see photo).
Drop donations off at the front desk, and thank you!
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PTA Meeting January 21
The next Ivymount School PTA meeting is on
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 7 PM in the Ivymount Conference Rooms. Among the topics that will be discussed are the upcoming school-wide St. Patrick's Day Dance and Teacher Appreciation Week.
Please note that child care will not be available for this meeting.
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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Help the PTA Recognize the Incredible Ivymount Staff!
Staff Appreciation Week Planning Session: January 31
Are you interested in helping the PTA brainstorm ideas and plan for Teacher Appreciation Week events (May 4 - 8)? Join us at Ivymount on Friday, January 31 at 9:30 AM for the first meeting of the Teacher Appreciation Week Committee. Help us come up with new ideas to recognize the hard-working and dedicated Ivymount Staff!
If you’re unable to join us in person, you can participate by phone. Please contact Merrill Spiegel, PTA Vice President of Teacher Appreciation, for a call-in number.
merrillspiegel@aol.com
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Let's Keep Clipping Box Tops
Box Tops are transitioning from clippable to scannable, but there are still paper Box Tops on some products in stores. All money collected goes to the Ivymount PTA to use towards family events. Please send your clipped Box Tops in a plastic bag with your child's name and room number. You can also download the app and scan the new scannable Box Tops. The next collection date for clippable Box Tops will be Tuesday, February 18. Look for Box Tops labels on a variety of products.
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Save the Date!
St. Patrick's Day Dance
Saturday, March 7
6 PM - 8 PM
Mark your calendars for one of the most anticipated family events of the year - the 4th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dance!
This event is open to students of all ages in all Ivymount School programs, and siblings are welcome to attend. There will be a DJ, photo booth, pizza, snacks and LOTS of green!
Please note: this is not a drop-off event. A parent or guardian must remain to supervise.
Flyers with RSVP/Volunteer information will be sent via backpacks soon.
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Monday - Friday
9:05 - 9:30 a.m.
(Closed Monday)
Friday
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m
Monday - Friday
2 - 2:45 p.m.
(Closed Monday)
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Gator Lunch Shop
Monday
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(Closed)
Tuesday lunch delivery
(See updated menu.)
Thursday
12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Winter weather note: when there is a delayed opening of school, Gator Cafe, Cal Tor, and Pizza Business will be closed. Gator Lunch Shop (Monday) and Gator Nachos (Wednesday) will remain open.
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