Greetings NAMily!

The school year is in full swing and off to a great start. There are so many great things happening. September is Attendance Awareness Month. We will also host our annual Literacy Night/Open House this month. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Principals Ferguson & Lewallen

Attending school daily matters. Students who are chronically absent miss 10% or 18 days of learning time. Did you know that students who are never chronically absent are 6.7 times more likely to read on grade level by the end of third grade? And 9 times more likely to graduate high school on time? Expect to see us reaching out early this year when students miss school because we care about them and their success.

Take a moment to read through the NAM Handbook. Sign this form to indicate that you have read the document. A drawing for a gift card will be held for 3 families, who sign the form by Friday the 13th to acknowledge that you have read the handbook.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G5ooJavbhKz1XQoXeLfeNUlBWAfHVvNt/edit

September Highlights:

2 No School-Labor Day Holiday

3 ILT Meeting 7:30a

3-6 Reading iReady grades 4-6

4 PTO Meeting 6p

9-13 Math iReady grades K-3

11 LSDMC 6:15p

16 -20 Reading iReady grades K-3

17 ILT Meeting 8:00-8:30a

18 LSDMC District Meeting 6-7:30p @ Ed Center

18 Picture Day

19 Student Fun Run

23 PD District PD Day-No Students

24 Staff Meeting 7:30a

25 Open House/Literacy Night (5:30-7:00p)

30-Oct 4 RTI/MTSS MEETINGS

October Highlights:

1 ILT Meeting 7:30a

2 PTO Meeting 6p

7 - 18 Book Character Pumpkin - Mrs. Simpson - Library

8 Staff Meeting

9 LSDMC 6:15p

11 Career Day (Details TBD)

11 Sneaker Ball 6-8p (G2W)

15 8:00-8:30a

22 Staff Meeting

26 Trunk or Treat

31 Vocabulary Parade

November Highlights

4-8 RTI/MTSS MEETINGS

6 PTO Meeting 6p

12 Staff Meeting 7:30a

13 LSDMC 6:15p

8 Picture Day (Retakes)

19 ILT Meeting 7:30a (due to Election Day)

20 LSDMC District Meeting 6-7:30 @ Ed Center

22 Grandparent’s Day 9:00a

December Highlights

3 ILT Meeting 7:30a

3 Read a thon

10 Staff Meeting

4 PTO Meeting 6p

11 LSDMC 6:15p

17 ILT Meeting 8:00-8:30a

20 Holidays Around the World (AM Activities)

We are excited to announce various clubs and activities for NAM Students. Be on the lookout for information for your child to participate in some of the activities listed below. Some activities are for select grades. More information coming!

On Saturday, September 7th, please join some of our NAMily in supporting 6th grader, Trinity Wilson, in the annual Buddy Walk. "The Buddy Walk is the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati's largest fundraiser that celebrates inclusion and promotes acceptance! (It) is a short 1-mile stroll through Sawyer Point Park and Yeatman's Cove." If you or your child is interested in participating, please contact Ms. Haller via email at hallerk@cpsboe.k12.oh.us for a meeting time and location.

Trinity Wilson would like to thank everyone for their contribution towards supporting her on the Down Syndrome Walk that will take place tomorrow! We were able to raise over $1000.00! Our NAMily Rocks!!!

We’re only ONE week away from kicking off our NAM Fun Run fundraiser! We’re looking forward to having fun and building community together to reach our fundraising goals.

Get an overview of our fundraiser by clicking HERE!

💵Fundraising Goal: $10,000

🎁Fundraising Item: PBIS Resources

🎉Kickoff Date (in school): 09/10/2024

👟Event Date: 09/19/2024

All donations will be collected through our fundraising platform: MyBooster.com

How to Get Started on MyBooster.com:

• Click “Sign Up”

• Enter your School Name

• Enter your Information

• VERY IMPORTANT! Once you sign up, get started by sharing via Facebook, email and text!

Tips for Success:

• Set a goal for how much to raise and make a plan with your student on how to get there.

• Share, share, share using our easy online tools!

• Make sure to thank everyone that supported you after you reach your goal.

Thank you for helping make our fundraiser a success!

North Avondale Montessori School Foundation is a volunteer-led foundation that helps supports North Avondale Montessori school financially. We organize various fundraising events (such as the annual golf outing, the winter fundraiser, and the NAM read-a-thon), and use the money earned to provide additional financial assistance to teachers and help fund special projects in classrooms. We work closely with the PTO and staff to ensure that all students have a great experience at NAM. We invite you to get more involved with your child’s school by joining the Executive Board of our Foundation!

We are holding elections for a new slate of officers this year; all positions are open. Rest assured that the current board members will be there to help you transition into your role if you choose to serve on the board! Please read the officer position descriptions below, and fill out this interest form by Friday, August 30th if you are interested in running. Voting will then take place (also via an online form) in the month of September.

NAMSF Officer Roles:

a. President: The President shall preside at all meetings of the NAMSF and the Executive Board. He/she shall be an ex-officio member of all committees.

b. Vice-President: The Vice-President shall perform the duties and have the powers of the President in the absence, inability, or arbitrary refusal of the President to act, as determined by the Executive Board. The Vice-President will be responsible for approving out of budget, over budget, and check request items in addition to the treasurer. He/she shall also perform such duties as the President may assign.

c. Secretary: The Secretary shall act as Secretary at all meetings and see that meeting minutes are recorded and distributed and that all notices of meetings are served in a timely fashion. The Secretary will also file and preserve all records and papers pertaining to the NAMSF and its Executive Board. He/she shall also perform such duties as the President may assign.

D. Treasurer: The Treasurer shall have the care and custody of the funds of the

NAMSF and shall handle and disburse the same under the direction of the Executive Board. The Treasurer shall keep proper books of accounts showing the monies received, and disbursed and all the assets and liabilities of the NAMSF. All funds of the NAMSF shall be deposited in such banks as the Executive Board shall designate. At its discretion, the Board may require an independent audit. He/she will be responsible for providing current and accurate reporting of funds submitted and funds paid. He/she will maintain a “receipt” book, which will be used to record exchange of funds between committee chairs, donors, and the Foundation. The Treasurer will be responsible for approving out of budget, over budget, and check request items in addition to the vice-president. The Treasurer shall also perform such duties as the President may assign.

*In addition to these 4 roles which are to be filled by parents or friends of North Avondale Montessori school, The NAMSF Executive Board comprises 3 NAM staff members for a total of 7 votes on the Board.

*Meetings for the Foundation Executive Board will be at 5 pm on the first Wednesday of every month, at NAM (directly before PTO meetings). If you wish to become an officer, you will need to attend these meetings.

Questions? Email us at namschoolfoundation@gmail.com

NAM is hosting it's first Career Day, October 11 from 9:30-11:30a. This event is targeted towards 4th-6th graders. Professionals from various industries will be hosting activities at different stations. Students will rotate through these stations.

NAM administration is requesting parent volunteers to be an extra hand at each station, help move kids through the activities, and be floaters.

If you have questions please contact Ms. Brookins brookit@cpsboe.k12.oh.us

https://tinyurl.com/mtr4uhk5

The PTO has heard from many parents that they would like earlier communication about upcoming school events. Please reference this calendar throughout the year for school events. All PTO events are currently posted here for the year. PTO will update this calendar as we hear from other student orgs, like G2W, MORE, Student Council, etc.

https://namrockets.org/calendar/

Paper copies of school events will also be made available at the beginning of each quarter in the office.

The PTO often uses the NAM Facebook group to communicate with families. Please join to get important updates, voice your concerns, and join the discussion:

“2024-2025 NAMS Community”

https://www.facebook.com/groups/cincyNAMS

NAM PTO is hosting the Annual NAM Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 26 from 3-5p.

We need the help of volunteers for the following:

• Design a trunk

• Donate candy and juice boxes.

• Carnival games (more details to come)

A basket will be placed in the office to accept candy and juice box donations.

Here is the link and QR code to sign up to design a Trunk. https://tinyurl.com/mrykvpv5

This year NAM is hosting Open House and Literacy Night on the same evening. Since most teachers will be greeting families in their classes we need the help of parents to monitor simple activities and crafts related to literacy, reading, and writing (e.g. making bookmarks, crossword puzzles, etc.). All supplies will be provided. We are asking parents to lend us a helping hand in making this event fun!

Literacy Night activities will take place in the cafeteria/gym.

https://tinyurl.com/msxun4vm

Please email namrocketspto@gmail.com or text Tristan Wood at 904-891-3409 if you have any questions.

A few parents have brought up concerns about the congestion and safety during pick-up and drop-off times in front of NAM. PTO has discussed this with the NAM Administration.

1. Mrs. Ferguson will be meeting with school leaders to discuss the pick-up/drop-off by the cafeteria back doors.

1. Administration will place a staff member at the crosswalk when the crossing guard is not there.

namrocketspto@gmail.com

Tristan Wood

Dana Abernathy

Kim Easley

Clare Rexroad

Hey there! Kerin, a brave 10-year-old, has been diagnosed with B lymphoblastic leukemia and her family is struggling with the financial burden of her treatments. Every donation can make a huge impact on their lives—please consider clicking the link below to donate or share the link. Thank you so much for your support!

https://gofund.me/56e0fad1

A date is set! Saturday, September 21 at Morgan’s Riverside Campground in Morrow, OH. This campout is open to all NAM students and families.

There is a loose program of activities, all optional. Families can arrive and depart when it’s convenient (camping overnight is optional– some families stay through dinner and then return home).

We need to get an idea of numbers. Sign up information will be available in the next few days.

The Father’s group will meet THIS Thursday, September 5, at 7p at Widemann’s Brewery in St. Bernard.

Next meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 11th. Click here to join.

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