Good Evening Families,
Happy International Peace Day!
Our quarter 1 family night for Primary families is this Thursday. We hope you’ll join us for learning and connection. For more details, see the invitation.
We are honoring Hispanic Heritage Month from now until October 15. In their classes, students are learning about Latin American culture, engaging in Latinx-inspired art, and more. Many of our teachers are utilizing “booktivities” (see pic below). A “booktivity” tray is a complete learning activity, ready-made for use! It includes both a read-aloud book, and an accompanying activity.
September is ATTENDANCE month, and I want to highlight the importance of making sure your child is at school, on-time, every day.
Priority 2 of the Durham Public Schools Strategic Plan sets a goal that by 2028, Durham Public Schools has an overall attendance rate of 95%.
At George Watts Montessori, our school improvement goal is to reduce chronic absenteeism by 25% during the 2025-26 school year. We have an established attendance team to implement our attendance plan which provides supports and accountability for student attendance.
Have a great week and we hope to see you around George Watts Montessori soon!
