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Week of August 19th

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Cowles Montessori Vision

“Human flourishing, as Maria Montessori put it, means becoming a person of one’s time and place with the means and wherewithal not only to function within but to shape society (NCMPS, 2019).”


“All humans (CHILDREN and ADULTS) flourish in society (ENVIRONMENT).” - Cowles Montessori Vision

Thanks to all who came out to Popsicles in the Park! What a great way to start the school year!

Cowles students participated in the one-room schoolhouse during the Iowa State Fair

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Ms. Stacey and Mrs. Maxwell are featured in the Windsor Heights Living Magazine!

Read the story at:

http://www.dmcityview.com/WindsorHeightsAugust2019/index.html

Important Dates to Remember

Middle School Parent Meeting
  • Tuesday, August 20th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at Cowles

Back-to-School Night

  • Thursday, August 22nd from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cowles

First Day of School for Kindergarten through 8th Grade

  • Friday, August 23rd from 8:30-3:25 p.m.
  • Doors open at 8:15 a.m.

Annual Peace Walk

  • Friday, August 30th from 8:45-10:00 a.m.
  • Stay tuned for more information from our Maria Montessori Services Committee

New-to-Cowles Preschool and Kindergarten Parent Meeting

  • Tuesday, September 3rd from 5:30-6:45 p.m.
  • Childcare provided

Labor Day (No School)

  • Monday, September 2nd

First Day of School for Preschool

  • Thursday, September 5th

Cowles Montessori Parent Group Meeting (CMPG)

  • Monday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. - Cowles Music Room

Teacher Professional Development Day (No School for Students)

  • Friday, September 27th

Car Line Reminders

Car Line Traffic Flow: Important Things to Remember

To ensure student safety and the efficiency of our traffic flow system, please note the following:

  • If you are new to Cowles or new to parent pick-up, notify the office if you need a sign with your child’s name for your car for parent pick-up
  • Drop-off and pick-up locations are marked on the map
  • Right-hand turn only when exiting the parking lot
  • "NO PARKING" zones are designated by city signs that are posted (also indicated on the map)
  • When picking up your child, post their name sign in your window and our teachers will support students crossing and loading into your vehicle
  • Watch for signals from teachers supporting students at designated crossings
  • Follow the traffic laws that pertain to cell phone use and seat belts while driving

Washington Street Car Line

Washington Street Car Line: Important Things to Remember

Washington Avenue Car Line

  • This is an ideal drop off option for anyone, especially Preschool and Kindergarten before school
  • Due to traffic flow, Washington Avenue Car Line is reserved for the following classes of older students and their siblings for pick up after school:
    • Mr. Egherman's students and their siblings
    • Ms. Lori's students and their siblings
    • Middle School students and their siblings
  • Students walk in from Washington Street on the designated sidewalk with teaching monitoring
  • "NO PARKING" zones are designated by city signs that are posted
  • Avoid turning around in residential driveways
  • Follow the traffic laws that pertain to cell phone use and seat belts while driving
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Back-to-School Checklist

____ Pay supply fees to the Cowles Montessori Parent Group (CMPG)
> https://www.myschoolbucks.com


____ Register for before and/or after-school care (This is optional and as openings remain available.)

> https://www.dmschools.org/academics/programs/before-after-school-care/metro-kids-care/


____ Follow the Cowles Montessori School on Twitter

> @CowlesDMPS


____ Follow the Cowles Montessori Parent Group (CMPG) on Facebook
> https://www.facebook.com/CowlesMontessori/


____ Submit a volunteer form (This is required for all prospective classroom volunteers.)

> https://www.dmschools.org/volunteer/online-volunteer-application/


We will see you soon!