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Coming Up
Wednesday
April 10
-*Spirit Day
-*Half-Day (pickup schedule below)
Thursday - Friday
April 11-12
-*No Classes - Parent Conferences
-*Scholastic Book Fair
Monday - Friday
April 15-19
School closed - April Break

Save the Date
Friday April 26
*Parent Visiting Day
Thacher News
Optional Early Pickup During Solar Eclipse Monday, April 8

To recap Deba's letter regarding the Solar Eclipse, all students will receive a pair of CE/ISO Certified Safe Shades to bring home on Monday, April 8.

Since this eclipse occurs during dismissal, we understand that some families will want to pick up their children early that day. Please contact your classroom teacher if your child will be dismissed early and follow the pickup schedule below.
Half-Day Pickup Schedule | Wednesday, April 10

11:00 -11:15 am - All Children's House
11:15 - 11:30 am - LE
11:30 - 11:45 am - UE
11:45 - 12:00 pm - MS and Toddlers

Siblings:
Younger students will be dismissed at the older siblings' dismissal time except for:
Any student with Toddler Siblings gets dismissed at the Toddler's 11:45 am dismissal time.
Spirit Day | Wednesday, April 10

Let's Show Our School Spirit on Spirit Day!

Spirit Day is an opportunity for us to show our pride and celebrate everything that makes Thacher special.

Whether it's a Thacher t-shirt, hoodie, hat, or any other piece of spirit wear you have, encourage your children to wear it proudly on Wednesday, April 10.
Scholastic Book Fair -
Thursday & Friday, April 11 - 12

Stop by the Scholastic Book Fair in the Aftercare room from 8:30 to 3:00 p.m. We'll have a diverse selection of books suitable for all ages, from preschool to young adult. Profits support our school library.

The book fair is open to all families and friends. Feel free to drop in even if you don't have an in-person conference scheduled for Thursday or Friday.

Can't make it in person? Shop online between April 10 and 23rd.
Parent/Guide Conferences - Zoom or In-Person April 11 and 12

If you have not scheduled your Parent/Guide Conference, please do so by clicking the Book Now button.

Appointments will be available all day Thursday and Friday, April 11 and 12

Free childcare during your 30-minute conference will be available for Thacher students only. Childcare hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 
Parent Visiting Day | Friday, April 26

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Parent Visiting Day. This event is an opportunity for you to observe your children actively engaged in the classroom environment.


CH (last names M- Z) | 8:30 - 9:30
CH (last names A - L) | 10:00 - 11:00

LE/UE - (last names M- Z) | 12:30 - 1:20
LE/UE - (last names A - L) | 1:30 - 2:20

During Parent Visiting Day, you will have the chance to:

  • Observe firsthand how your child interacts with their peers and teachers.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of your child's curriculum and learning activities.

Due to limited space in the classroom, we kindly request that only parents or guardians attend this event. Grandparents and special friends will have a chance to visit in May.
Yearbook

The annual Yearbook is close to completion and ready for purchase! This year's theme of Peace and Community includes all of Thacher, from the students to their teachers, as well as enrichment and events.

Families who would like to dedicate a whole, half, or quarter page to their child, please refer to the instructions for purchase here. Recognition pages will be open for sale until April 26.

To purchase and customize your Yearbook:
Summer Program - Registration Open

Thacher's Summer Program will run from June 17 to August 9.

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.

Last call sign-up for NE Basecamp for next week - April 11 and 12. To be available, a minimum number of children must register for each date.

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 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 still offers CSA Shares that include veggies, fruits, eggs, and flowers. Their popular annual plant sale is May 11 and 12.

Click here for more information.