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3/8/2024
Coming Up
Wednesday
March 13
-Pizza Day (see below to order for next session)

-Science Fair* - 5:00 - 6:00 pm
(everyone welcome)
Friday
March 15
No School - Professional Development Day
Thacher News
Note from the Head of School

"At the age of around 6, the child will go through an evolution in the way they think. They will transition from what Maria Montessori referred to as the absorbent mind, to the reasoning mind."

Read more about this transition in this month's Family Connection.
Reminder - No Classes on Friday, March 15 - Professional Day

There will be no classes on March 15 due to a Professional Day. This day is an opportunity for our staff to engage in professional development activities.

Enjoy your extended weekend.
Science Fair - Wednesday, March 13, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Please join us for a Science Fair Evening. This event is an opportunity to witness the creativity and ingenuity of our Middle School and Upper Elementary students as they showcase their science projects.

Students will be on hand to discuss their projects and share their discoveries. Your presence will undoubtedly encourage and support our young scientists. Everyone is welcome.
New Pizza Session Starts March 27
It's time to reorder pizza for our third (and final session). Session III runs from March 27 - May 29.

Please order early and for the entire session. The order form will close on March 31.
Summer Program - Registration Open

Thacher's Summer Program will run from June 17 to August 9. The early registration 5% discount is available until March 15.

Visit our website to view dates and weekly themes.
Thacher's Mobile App - Enhance your School Experience

Download our Mobile App by going to the App Store and searching for Thacher Montessori School. Use the password Leadership to set up an account.
Thacher Family Network
New England Base Camp during Professional & Vacation Days

Thacher's Family Network will partner with New England Base Camp for Thacher School days off.

NE Basecamp will be offered for the 23/24 School Year on the following dates: 3/15, 4/11 and 4/12. A minimum number of children must register for the date to be available.

The Camp is for children ages five and up. During these days, students will enjoy the facilities at the Camp located on Unquity Road (5 minutes from Thacher). The programs include nature activities, STEM programming, crafts, and more.

The cost is $50 a day per child (9:00 - 3:15), and students must bring their snacks and lunch. Please register early!

Play with the Kids - Houghton's Pond on Friday after School

Everyone is invited. Head over to Houghton's Pond after school on Fridays to let your kids run and play. Thacher families are usually there from 2:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
See you there!
Join the Parent Facebook Group

All parents are invited to join the Thacher Montessori Parents Facebook group. The group's goal is for parents to have a space to share resources, ask questions, and support each other in the community.
Community Corner
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Walk

Support CHB Assistant Sarah Begin in the 2024 Boston Overnight Walk for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Contribute to her $1,000 goal by donating through her fundraising page.

Proceeds support research, advocacy, survivor resources, and awareness programs.
Brookwood Community Farm CSA Shares Available

Brookwood Community Farm is offering CSA Shares that include veggies, fruits, eggs, and flowers.

Click here for more information.