Bay Montessori School

Classrooms

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Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a safe, stimulating, challenging, environment in which our children may peak their curiosity and overcome developmental hurdles in the exploration of themselves and our world. Each child leaving Bay Montessori School has a sense of independence, self-esteem, self-confidence, self discipline, and responsibility, prepared to meet and overcome challenges they will encounter as they continue to grow and explore post-Montessori.

Goals and Aims (back to top)

The primary goal of Bay Montessori School is to help each child reach full potential in all areas of his or her life. The Montessori approach is not just a method; it is a response to life. Bay Montessori School provides an environment that is enriched with materials that meet the developmental needs of the child. Each specifically designed classroom is scaled to the size of the child and will allow the child to learn at his or her own pace. The child will participate in the development of social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The task of the Directress is to prepare the environment, guide the child to it and assist in the unfolding of the child's being.

Admission Policy (back to top)
The Bay Montessori School has no religious affiliation and is open to all children between the ages of two and twelve years regardless of race, religion or national origin.

Each Montessori teacher has completed their Montessori training for the age group with which he or she will work.

Average class size:
12 students (ages 9-12) - 1 Staff
23 students (ages 6-9) - 2 Staff
20 students (ages 3-6) - 2 Staff
05 students (ages 2-3) - 1 Staff

Each Montessori teacher has completed their Montessori training for the age group with which he or she will work.

Policies and Procedures (back to top)

Arrival
Parents are asked to escort the children or allow them to walk on their own to the classroom where either the directress or assistant will greet them. If you choose to escort your child to the door, please park in a parking spot and then escort them to the door.

Dismissal
Children will be accompanied to their cars by a staff member at 12pm and 3pm dismissals from the curb. During inclement weather, please park your car and pick up your child at the classroom. A child will not be allowed to leave with anyone except his or her parents (or designated car pool driver) unless the directress is notified in writing.

Dates and Hours
The academic year is from early September through early June (Refer to school calendar for school start date.) The school year begins on a staggered basis with the returning children starting first. This staggered basis does not apply to kindergarten and elementary students. Since Montessori provides individualized learning, a child may begin at any time during the school year, except the kindergarten and elementary student who must attend 170 days.

Hours of Operation (back to top)
Morning Montessori 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Full Day Montessori 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Kind. & Elem. only)
*Extended day hours 6:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (2, 3, & 4 Years old)
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (2 to 12 Years)

* Please note that extended day hours are daycare and not part of the educational program.

School Closing (back to top)
School closings will be announced via the school message machine and email for those with current email addresses.

Health (back to top)

Emergency Information Card
This card must be completed and submitted to school before admission. Please notify the directress, as soon as possible, of any change of address, phone number or other information on the Emergency Information Card. Health Health Inventory and Immunizations: These forms request health information from you and your child's physician. It is required before admission to the school. These forms may be transferred from previous schools.

Illness
Out of consideration for your child and other children, please keep your child home from school:
- the first day of a cold or sore throat, as this is the most contagious time
- when he/she has a persistent, deep cough
- when he/she has a heavy nasal discharge
- for twenty-four hours after his/her temperature returns to normal
- for twenty-four hours after he/she had diarrhea or vomiting, if you suspect a virus or illness.

If your child comes down with a communicable disease, please notify the directress. During the day the directress will notify the parent if the child needs to leave school due to illness.

Medication (back to top)
Bay Montessori does not administer medication.

Allergies
As with any medical condition, please notify the school if your child currently has or develops any allergy.

Nutrition (back to top)

Snack
All children ages 2-Kindergarten are served a light, nutritious snack mid-morning. Elementary students may bring a nutritious snack if desired. Extended day children will also be served a mid-afternoon snack. If at anytime you wish to send snack for the class please do. Please inform the directress if your child is allergic to any foods.

Birthdays
If you wish to have your child celebrate his/her birthday at school, please contact the directress.

Lunch (back to top)
If your child will be staying for lunch, please send a sandwich, fruit, and a nutritious snack to school. Please no candy, chocolate, soda or gum. Milk is provided for all children. So that you will know what your child has consumed, all uneaten portions of the lunch will be sent home with your child. This will assist you in judging the amount of food to be packed. Each Wednesday is "Pizza Day" the school will provide the pizza.

Nutritious Suggestions:
Dried and fresh fruits
Cooked and raw vegetables
Granola bars
Use of different breads to make sandwiches
Salads
Crackers with spreads (jelly, peanut butter, tuna, cream cheese, cheese)
Nuts and seeds (not suitable for children under 3 because they may choke)

What to Bring to School/ Personal Belongings
Attire:
Please dress your child(ren) neatly and simply in clothes not too good to risk stains. There will be some outside activity daily, weather permitting. It is requested that your child's name be on all articles of clothing including coats, hats, sweaters, mittens, etc., as several children may have identical clothing. Some fasteners are frustrating to the young child. It is always a good idea to make sure your child is able to fasten (button, zip, snap, etc.) his/her own clothing.

Elementary Uniform Policy (back to top)
The elementary students have a uniform policy. School shirts are embroidered with the school name and are available in white, red and blue. They must be worn every day with either navy or khaki jumper, pants, shorts or skirt.

Change of Clothing
Please send a complete change of labeled clothes (including underwear and socks) to be kept at school for ages 2 - 5. If the change of clothes is used, please remember to send a replacement the next day.

School Bags
To assist in the organization of our students, Bay Montessori recommends that each child purchase a bag in which they will carry lunch box, folder (elementary), art work, and supplies. Parents should order their bags from Lands End at 1-800-469-2222, item # 098680. Be sure to mention your school preferred number, 9000-3883-7, at the beginning of your order.

Toys and Things (back to top)
Toys, gum, money and candy should be enjoyed at home. Please do not allow your child to bring valuables or irreplaceable items to school or daycare. Please understand the following:

(1) Children are totally responsible for items they bring to school.
(2)It is not the teacher's responsibility to find missing items.

We understand that children enjoy bringing things to share with the class and the directress will encourage certain items to be brought from home during the school year.

Lost and Found
If your child is missing an article of clothing, please check our lost and found box located in the office. There are also donated uniforms in the school office for your taking (free).

Classroom Communications (back to top)

Conferences
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled twice during the school year. Please feel free to contact the directress to schedule a time to discuss your child's progress.

Messages
If you have a message for the directress please write it down, as it is sometimes hard to remember verbal messages.

Parent Presentations (back to top)
Young children enjoy learning about cultures other than their own. They are also interested in learning about various occupations, hobbies, etc. If you, or someone you know, would be interested in sharing your knowledge with the class, please contact the directress.

Observations
Parents and other interested adults are welcome to observe the Montessori classes. All persons interested in observing must contact the School office for an appointment.

School Newsletter (back to top)
A school-wide newsletter is published for the Fall, Winter, and Spring. It includes general news about upcoming events and other important information.

Extracurricular Programs

Piano Lessons: The school offers private piano lessons during the school day. Please talk to the directress if you are interested in lessons for your child.
Foreign Language: Bay Montessori is pleased to offer Spanish as part of the school curriculum.
Music: Each class participates in a music program each week. Children will sing, move to music and be exposed to music from around the world.
Pool: Bay Montessori opens the pool for use during the late spring, summer, and early fall seasons. Parents will be notified what each child will need to swim.
Field Trips: Each class will plan its own field trips during the school year. Tuition reflects all field trip cost. Chaperones will be requested as needed.

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