"Together we celebrate diversity, respect, and the love for learning through the Montessori Method. Our environment nurtures and prepares the child for a global community."

Staff PD (No school for students) - Friday, March 30th

View RJ’s video message for a few words of wisdom

https://flipgrid.com/0c1ca3

Check out her story on page 10:

http://www.dmcityview.com/WindsorHeightsMarch2018/index.html

Important things to know!

• March 23rd- Donation deadline for auction items for Cowles After Dark
• April 21- Cowles After Dark Event (Adult social and school fundraiser)

It is not only a really fun social gathering for Cowles loving adults, but it is an important school fundraiser this year that will raise funds for school needs and projects. Here are some ways Cowles students and teachers have benefited greatly from the funds this event has provided:

• Montessori Professional Development for staff
  
• Montessori materials for students
  
• Project Wisdom
• Shelving
• STEM materials
• Classroom supplies

Our priorities during construction are as follows:

- Safety and Communication

- Car Line and Parking Lot

- Playground access

3/1/18 - Portion of the playground was removed and a construction fence is up

3/2/18 - The raised gardens and compost were properly moved and stored for future use

3/3/18 - The construction company is preparing for formwork and will be digging to put in footings

We will be working closely with the DMPS Construction Inspector and the Cowles Leadership Team throughout the construction process. The best course of action for parents to communicate any questions or concerns is call the Cowles Office. At this time, there will be no changes to our car lines (before school, during 1/2 day preschool, or after school). Our Construction Inspector will meet with me weekly to address any frequently asked questions, updates, or changes to the construction. I will update the staff, parents, and community through the Crier, CMPG meetings, and email.

Email: todd.johnson@dmschools.org
Website: cowles.dmschools.org
Location: 6401 College Avenue, Windsor Heights, IA, USA
Phone: 515-242-7818
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CowlesMontessori/
Twitter: @CowlesDMPS