The Monthly Mustang
December 2021
Compassion I Community I Kindness I Respect I Courage I Citizenship I Integrity
A note from the Head of School, Ms. Maike
December 2021

Dear Mission Families,

One more month remains in 2021. Reflecting on how amazing this year has been I discover the common thread across our school; community. Mission Montessori has always done a wonderful job of establishing and maintaining a healthy school community. The interconnectedness between the faculty, students and parents is a strong bond that allows students to flourish with not only academic rigor but emotional well being. Mission Montessori has not only been able to provide a curriculum filled with rigor, wonderment and discovery, but deliver this with a holistic approach to the emotional, physical and academic development of each child. The Montessori method creates an environment that promotes a child’s optimal intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development to occur. 

As we all move into the new year, I encourage all of us to reflect on how we can all utilize a holistic approach when communicating with each other. Adults also require to be treated in a holistic manner, with compassion and kindness. Please when approaching one another, a faculty member or parent please consider the possible perspective of that person and deliver your communication with care. 

The Fall Family Picnic was such a success! We are very excited to be able to participate in the Winter Performance next week in person, and as a larger part of our school community, 1st through 8th grades all in one performance setting. That has never been done at Mission Montessori. Mr. Schechter has prepared a fun and festive performance event, the students have been working hard practicing their songs and preparing their outfits! Upcoming community events are January 29, 2022 at Railroad Park, and Movie Night in the Spring. 

I wish you all a safe, happy and warm holiday season.

~ Ms. Maike

KEEP READING DOWN TO SEE:
  • The Importance of Attendance
  • The Importance of Packing Healthy Snacks
  • Tax Credit Donations
  • Hot Lunch Ordering
  • Important Dates
  • Birthdays
The Importance of School Attendance
School attendance is the most important link to student learning and remaining connected to their classroom peers and teachers. It is very important that students arrive to school on time and stay in school for the duration of the school day. Dr. Montessori stresses on the importance of the uninterrupted work cycle in each day, both the morning and the afternoon. Teachers have exactly 180 days to provide quality instruction to students, as well as make up for the learning deficits related to the pandemic. When students are late or absent that instruction is lost. We have noticed that there are many parents dropping students off to school late and picking them up early. Over time, this results in the student feeling disconnected, confused and embarrassed to ask for help. This also is very hard for teachers to keep up with providing missed work and lessons, this over taxes them as affects the classroom as a whole. We are reaching out to you to please drop your child off at school each day by 7:55 a.m. and schedule appointments after 3:00 p.m.
Healthy School Snacks and Lunches
Mission Montessori has always been a strong leader in fostering healthy eating for its students. Students begin their day early and require lots of quality energy to sustain their learning objectives. Eating fruits and vegetables for snacks throughout the day provides a stable energy base for students. This includes energy support for mood, impulse control and brain function. Many families are doing a great job packing fresh fruits and vegetables. We are seeing many very young students eating Doritos and highly processed foods for snacks, lacking fresh foods. You can involve your child in the education of preparing foods and eating healthy. There are many websites that have great information on how to efficiently pack healthy food for children.
Earn Your 2021 Tax Credit Donation
We need your contribution!

Earn Your 2021 AZ Tax Credit

  1. Click this link DONATE HERE or missionmontessori.com/donate
  2. Credit card, contact Jennifer Martin at jmartin@missionmontessori.com or call 480-213-4160
  3. Drop off a check or money order or credit card # to the site manager at your child/children’s school
  4. Mail check or money order to:
Mission Montessori Academy
11050 N. 96th St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 

With your donation your child will be able to color “Spirit” the Mission Mustang Angel image and hang it up on the fence for display.

Thank you for your continued support.
Order Healthy School Lunches - It's easy to sign up
Mission Montessori has partnered with Chef Jennifer for the last 3 years in providing Organic, Non--GMO Lunches delivered fresh daily. Choose from our daily rotating combos in small or full sizes or our A La Carte Menu offering kids favorites (Mac-n-Cheese, Smoothies, Sliders and our version of a Healthy Lunchable). Eat Great while supporting our school! Bon appétit!



IMPORTANT DECEMBER DATES
FRIDAYS - look for classroom & curriculum updates from your child's teacher every Friday.
TAX CREDITS - earn your 2021 AZ tax credit - see below
Dec. 13 - 1st-8th grade winter performance PRACTICE for students
Dec. 16 - 1st- 8th grade Winter Performance
Dec. 17 - Primary Winter Program
Dec. 17 - Early release for Winter Break
Dec. 20-31 - School Closed
Dec. 20-23 - Winter Break Camp
Jan. 1, 2022 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Jan. 3, 2022 - School Resumes
December Birthdays
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