Greetings NAMily!

"Women need to see other women do well. It empowers them. We in athletics can help be a face of change and be a force. That's the responsibility of all of us."

— Billie Jean King, former professional tennis player.

March is the time we like to say is when we are rounding third and headed for home. So many great things happen at this time of the year. For many students, this is when the light bulbs turn on and connections to prior knowledge happen. We are exactly 23 Instructional days before students in grades 3-6 take the Reading Ohio State Assessment. It is critical that students are in school and on time daily. There are several events happening this month that will help boost student's confidence and love for learning. See lots of flyers within this newsletter.

Can't wait to see you soon!

Principals Ferguson & Lewallen

Students are showing growth schoolwide in reading and math. Please continue to encourage your child to read and practice basic math facts everyday. The % below is from the fall results. We will take this assessment for the last time this school year in May. Below are resources you can use at home.

https://www.facebook.com/CPSNorthAvondale

Please let teachers know planned dismissal changes. Call the office by 2:00 only if there’s an unexpected change in the middle of the day or if you don’t hear back from the teacher by 2:00.

We are excited to share that we are launching our Read-a-Thon with 99Pledges. You will be able to reach out to friends and family by email or social media to gather donations for our school.

Soon, you will receive an email with a link to your child’s online pledge page. All you have to do is make a donation for whatever amount you can, and share your student's link with friends and family, and start logging your minutes read! We are shooting for 100% participation so no amount is too small. People can make a one-time donation, or a per-minutes-read donation.

If you do not receive the email for whatever reason, simply search and find your child’s pledge page here: www.99pledges.com/fund/north avondale

Are you having trouble? Email the Foundation at namschoolfoundation@gmail.com and we will do our best to help you!

Mark Your Calendar for Parent Teacher Conferences!

4th Q conferences Wed 5-1-24

Take a moment to meet our Parent Teacher Organization Officers. Read their biographies below.

March 6th

April 3rd

May 1st

All meetings take place at NAM in the Music Room with a Virtual option.

PTO:

Agenda for March 6 meeting: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VL_tnR9qNnFbyNwzBD21pvEONUCSVZR3MpINufBRymY/edit?usp=sharing

Bylaws: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q07jFRltYaI2qBFX5v5A2gXqI_o4hfiY0HhjUhsIoWw/edit?usp=sharing

CCAC Makes After School (Tuesdays or Thursdays, 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. or 4:00 – 5:00 p.m., January 2 – May 16)

This exciting semester-long after school class with Clifton Cultural Arts Center will allow students to express themselves using painting, fiber arts, collage, drawing, and much more in a number of different projects. The only limit to what you can create is your imagination!

• Immanuel Presbyterian Church (3445 Clifton Ave) — changing to CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave) on February 7

• https://cliftonculturalarts.org/ccacmakes/

• Grades K-6

• $61/month (tuition assistance available!)

• Registration Deadline: Ongoing! Class tuition prorated based on start date. Contact emalene.benson@cliftonculturalarts.org with questions.

Family Workshop: Shadow Puppets (Saturday, January 13, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

Get ready for a creative family adventure! Join our workshop and craft enchanting shadow puppets using common materials. Together, you’ll create unique characters and settings to tell an imaginative story of your own with the magic of puppets and light.

• CCAC @ Short Vine (2728 Short Vine, Cincinnati, OH 45219)

• https://cliftonculturalarts.org/product/family-workshop-shadow-puppets/

• Ages 4+ with an adult

• $40/family (siblings or extra adults welcome!)

• Registration Deadline: January 10, 2023

Madcap Puppets presents “Annie Oakley’s Wild West Show” (Saturday, January 27 at 11:00 a.m.)

Come have a rootin’ tootin’ shootin’ good time telling stories with Ohio’s favorite gal, Annie Oakley! Hear Midwest classic tall tales like Johnny Appleseed and meet giant puppet Buffalo Bill and Paul Bunyan.

• CCAC @ E.T. Carson Lodge (218 Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220)

• https://cliftonculturalarts.org/product/madcap-puppets-presents-annie-oakleys-wild-west-show/

• $10/general admission

Introducing the NAM Essentials Needs Pantry at CLC Resource Center

We're excited to announce our NAM Essentials Needs Pantry at the CLC Resource Center, dedicated to supporting students and families during challenging times. Open during school hours, our pantry offers essential items like hygiene supplies, toiletries, and feminine hygiene products. Basic school supplies, including backpacks and stationery, are also available. Feminine hygiene sanitary napkins are conveniently stored in our Nurses office. For assistance or if you would like to make a donation, contact Resource Coordinator Ms. Brookins at 513-363-3912 or brookit@cps-k12.org. Our goal is to provide comprehensive support, ensuring every student can thrive.

Well done by everyone who participated in the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge program fundraiser for our school. Overall, we raised $5,151.63, which is an increase of $1,600 from last school year. Our goal was $5,000, so we met our goal. Whoo Hoo!

Top 11 Fundraising Students (raised over $200)

1. Nora H. - $538.99
2. William S. - $459.01
3. Luca D. - $350.50
4. Lilith M. - $293.21
5. Dawson F. - $292.05
6. Justin S. - $272.41
7. Mia T. - $260.22
8. Vinny A. - $220.66
9. Ames F. - $212.92
10. Ellis F. - $209.64
11. Brycen H. - $200.00

We hope this message finds you well. Your child should have brought home the attached flyer and registration form for the upcoming Chess Club here at NAM. We are excited to share that Mr. Robert Cheanult, who recently visited during 3rd-grade lunch, sparked great interest with his engaging games and activities.

Chess Club Details:

• Where: NAM Media Center and Tech Room
• When: Tuesdays, 3:20 pm - 4:30 pm
• Duration: Feb 06, 2024 - Mar 19, 2024 (7 weeks)
• For grades: 3rd - 6th
• Cost: $80.00

If you're keen on registering your child for the Chess Club, you can use the following link: Chess Club Registration or simply scan the QR code on the attached flyer. For additional details, please refer to the attached flyer.

We believe the Chess Club will be a fantastic opportunity for your child to learn, engage, and have fun. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to be part of the chess adventures at NAM!"

Scan this QR code or click on this link and use the code EVTP6R9TG (or Yearbook ID code: 14750024)

to order your yearbook today!

Each classroom is challenged to have 96% attendance daily for the month of March. All classrooms with 96% or higher attendance will receive a special incentive at the end of the month. Make sure your child arrives to school before 8:50a and remains until 3:20p.

Shout Out to the Father's Group for hosting Donuts with Grownups. The turnout was exceptional, the donuts were tasty, and the bonding was electric! Thanks for everyone for coming out.

Who we are: The North Avondale Montessori School Foundation was formed by parents in 1983 to serve as the primary fundraising organization for our school! Run by a volunteer Executive Board which includes both parents and NAM staff members, we raise money to provide enrichment, experiences, and materials for our students where district funds fall short.

How you can help: Get involved by signing up to volunteer or donating at namrockets.org!

Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/cincyNAMS/ to connect with other members of the NAMily!

Did you know….

You can support our school every time you shop at Kroger?

1.) Go to Kroger.com and login to your account (top right corner)

2.) Once you are logged in, click on My Account

3.) Click on Community Rewards

4.) Search for North Avondale Montessori and link your account, or enter our group number: HU274

Kyle Falhaber - kylefalhaber@yahoo.com

Stacey Moyer - moyeraugerfamily@gmail.com

Angela Dangerfield - akirklanddangerfield@gmail.com

The Foundation hosted an awesome Mix and Mingle at Highgrain Brewery. Thanks to everyone for their support. 10% of the proceeds came back to the Foundation! Congratulations are in order to Ms. Heidy Davenport who won the split the pot ($100), then generously donated it back to the Foundation.

If you know someone who would like to join us as a special guest, share the request letter and or have them sign up using the link.

To ensure student safety, please park in designated spaces only. Parking in the crosswalk is prohibited. Students should exit cards closest to the sidewalk only verses the driver side. Doors open at 8:20a. Pick up begins at 3:20p. Early pick up ends at 2:45p. To change your child's dismissal plan, call the school in advance.

LSDMC Agenda & Notes

ILT Agenda & Notes

Email: fergusk@cpsboe.k12.oh.us
Website: https://www.cps-k12.org/northavondalemontessori
Location: 615 Clinton Springs Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, USA
Phone: (513) 407-2444
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CPSNorthAvondale