WEDNESDAY WEEKLY

September 25, 2024


UPCOMING EVENTS


September 25

ISACS Parent Education Webinar - "Back to School Momentum"

7:30 p.m. on Zoom

Details below - Registration link available through Bloomz.


September 26

School Pictures - 

Rooms 3, 6, 8, 16 & 20

(Weather-permitting)

Watch Bloomz for updates.


October 1

The Journey - Family Education/Co-op Opportunity

9 a.m.-noon, WMS Great Room

Limited spaces available!

Register Now


October 3

No School

Pre-registered child care available.

Sign up by tomorrow - Thursday, 9/26


October 4

All-Staff Professional Day - No School or Child-Care



Full School Year Calendar

Celebrate WMS's 60 Trips Around the Sun

October 26 at the Cauffiel Estate

Purchase Tickets Today

Tickets for our 60th anniversary celebration are selling fast! The venue's capacity is limited and ticket sales close on October 10, so be sure to purchase yours before they sell out. If you aren't able to attend or would like to provide additional support for this event, check out our sponsorship opportunities!


Don't miss your opportunity to connect with families and staff who have been part of the WMS community for the past six decades! This unforgettable event will feature a delightful dinner, drinks, music that will keep you dancing under the stars, and unique experiential auction items that promise lasting memories. We will also take this opportunity to honor the remarkable heads of school—both past and present—who have played pivotal roles in guiding WMS over the past 60 years. 


Your support and participation in this event will directly contribute to the continued growth and success of Wilmington Montessori School. We can't wait to share this special evening with you!

Buy Tickets Now

NEWS & NOTES

Family Education/Co-op Opportunities

ISACS Parent Education Series -

Beginning Tonight


WMS is once again registered for the ISACS Parent Education Series, a collection of virtual workshops for independent school parents and caregivers. Each workshop is worth one hour of co-op time. 


The first workshop is scheduled for next Wednesday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. Registration information will be shared via Bloomz. 


Back-To-School Momentum:

Prepping Children of All Ages for the Challenges (& Successes) of a New School Year  Presented by Lynn Lyons, LICSW  


We all benefit from knowing effective, active and creative strategies to confront worry and anxiety Families need clear direction on HOW to respond when anxiety or worry flares up. Parents are an instrumental part of the process and benefit greatly by collaborating directly with the school. 


Based on current research and years of clinical experience, learn a strategic approach based on skill-building, with emphasis on prevention that benefits students, their families and educators. What are the mistakes we continue to make? How can we take advantage of a new school year’s positivity? What are the myths we need to bust, the paradigms we need to shift and the skills we must build? 


This webinar is recommended for parents and caregivers of grades 1–12, but all age levels are welcome.

Join us on the Journey! 

Tuesday, October 1, 9 a.m. - Noon

Only a few spots left!


 Whether you're a long-time Wilmington Montessori School parent or just beginning to learn about Montessori education - it is time to step out of the observation room and into the classroom!


Even if you've attended The Journey in the past, there is more to discover each year!


During this event, you will:

  • Personally experience the Montessori educational process and better understand the teaching methods by getting hands-on with Montessori materials.
  • See first-hand how WMS prepares children for success in their educational journey.
  • Learn how each three-year program level builds and supports your child's development from introduction through eighth grade.
  • Open conversations with your child about classroom activities.
  • Realize the positive aspects of learning and succeeding at WMS.
  • Be more prepared to describe the distinction of a Montessori education to friends and family.
  • Earn 3 co-op hours!

Important Note - Because of the large amount of interest in this event, advance registration is required. We limit registration to ensure that the group is small enough that all attendees can interact with materials and have their questions answered! Another Journey will be held later in the school year.  


Register Here

CLASSROOM UPDATES

Peace Week 2024


During the past week, WMS students have been exploring the idea of peace through a variety of activities. They’ve been singing and playing instruments to the song "Light a Candle for Peace," sharing what makes them feel peaceful, painting peace doves, learning about the United Nations and exploring and creating symbols of peace. Through these activities, they’ve reflected on how peace can be expressed and shared with the world around them.


We look forward to celebrating Peace Day together tomorrow, during our first school-wide assembly of the year!

New Video: Inside Wilmington Montessori School's Middle School Program


Have you ever wanted to learn more about the WMS Middle School Program? Peek inside the classroom and learn about how the program prepares graduates to find their places in the school, community and world.

Video Title Screen: Inside the Wilmington Montessori School's Middle School Program

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