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NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL 2011 Volume 3 Montessori Casa International Montessori Casa International “The first essential for the child’s development is concentration. The child who concentrates is immensely happy.” Maria Montessori September 2011 5 No School – Labor Day Holiday 8 Evening Event Seminar on Montessori Education 12 Moon Festival 22 Evening event – Back to School Night MONTESSORI CASA INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL Inspiring a passion for learning Directly from Punum’s Desk… Our doors opened on August 22 nd , 2011 and the children have not only settled in but have made tremendous strides in becoming independent, responsible citizens. As Montessori teachers, we start the school year by teaching grace and courtesy to the children. We know the importance of these activities as they serve as tools for functioning in the classroom, using the materials and interacting respectfully with others. Our children have learned quickly to use “walking feet” and “inside voices”. They walk around a rug; wait patiently for material to be returned to the shelf and know how to politely interrupt. Montessori schools prepare children to become citizens of the world and it begins with grace and courtesy in their own environments at home and school. Chinese Moon Festival The Festival of the Mid- autumn Moon will be celebrated on September 12 th . The day is traditionally dedicated to giving thanks to the Moon Goddess and celebrating the value of family and togetherness. We will be sampling moon cakes as well!
