“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
– Dr. Maria Montessori
SCHOOL UPDATES
Picture Day is here!
Gerardy Photography will be here Tuesday, February 4 & 5th! We are excited for all our students to look their best, but wear comfortable shoes!
Ladybugs, Dragonflies & Bumblebees – Tuesday, February 4th
Eagles, Owls & Siblings – Wednesday, February 5th.
Father’s Night
Come See What Your Student is Working On
This special evening is a wonderful time for students to show their father’s the daily work they do in class. See the following schedule:
Ladybugs: February 4, 6:00–7:00 PM
Bumblebee’s: February 5, 6:00–7:00 PM
Dragonfly’s: February 6, 6:00–7:00 PM
Owl’s: February 26, 6:00–7:00 PM
Eagle’s: February 27, 6:00–7:00 PM
Moving Up Night – Parent Education Event
February 13th, 6:00–800 PM
This evening is for parents of current second year Early Childhood students, current Kindergartners and current third level students. This evening will be devoted to addressing frequently asked questions and giving an overview of the student’s next level at Country Montessori School.
Complimentary Child Care is available, please RSVP if you will be attending and if you will need child care susank@countrymontessori.org.
President’s Week
February 17–21: NO SCHOOL
CMS will be closed February 17–21 for President’s Week.
Child care will be available on:
Tuesday, February 18
Wednesday, February 19
Thursday, February 20
Child care will be available 7:30a.m.–6p.m.
Please let susank@countrymontessori.org know if you would like to sign up for child care full-day $50. Please note that arrival times remain the same, with 7:30–8:30a.m. being the window for drop off. Due to scheduling and staffing, drop in’s are not allowed.
Update to FACTS (RenWeb) Parent Portal Login Screen
FACTS (RenWeb) Family Portal login screens are being updated in preparation for the upcoming release of Multifactor Authentication (MFA), which is rolling out gradually.
Here’s what’s changing:
The login process will be divided into two steps. First, you’ll enter your District Code: CO-CA; then on the next screen, you’ll provide your Username and Password.
There is no impact on the ability to log in, and existing credentials will remain the same.
Wendy West Honored as SDCCU Classroom Hero
We are thrilled to announce that Wendy West has been recognized as an SDCCU Classroom Hero!
Sponsored by San Diego County Credit Union, this prestigious program celebrates the exceptional contributions of teachers across San Diego County. Each month, a standout educator is chosen for their dedication and positive impact, and we are incredibly proud that Ms. West has been selected for this honor.
Ms. West’s commitment to excellence and her passion for education enrich our CMS community every day. We are truly fortunate to have her as part of our team.
Ms. West was featured in a NEWS8 segment on CBS and The CW, as part of the Zevely Zone series with Jeff Zevely.
Parent Participation Hours
This is a reminder regarding your CMS Parent Participation hours requirement. If you have completed participation hours but have not logged them into RenWeb, please do so.
Have you participated in:
Holiday Crafts
Car Magnet (5 hours!!) 1 per family
Laundry
Grocery shopping
Holiday pet sitting and MORE!
ADD THOSE HOURS!!
Each family is required to provide 20 hours of service per school year. Single-parent families are required to provide 10 hours. Families may elect to pay $25 per hour of service ($500) in lieu of providing participation hours. Any hours not completed will be billed out at the rate of $25/ hour.
Any materials purchased for the classroom participation opportunities can be reimbursed – simply submit a receipt with your name. If you choose not to be reimbursed for these items, the value of the purchases counts towards your service hours at a rate of $25/ hour.
HOW TO ADD COMPLETED HOURS TO RENWEB:
Log into your Family Portal on RenWeb (District Code: CO-CA)
Select – Family – Family Home
Click + “Add” next to Service Hours
Input date service hours were completed
# of hours
Select a description from the listed options
Verified By – teacher or class you helped
Cooler Weather
Just a reminder, if you are sending your child(ren) to school with jackets, sweaters or sweatshirts, please make sure you have labeled them so they can make it home!
The Importance of Punctuality in Early Childhood Program
Punctual arrival at school is essential, particularly at Country Montessori School (CMS), where we emphasize that CMS is a school, not a drop-in daycare facility. In Early Childhood, establishing a routine, greeting peers, and engaging with the morning schedule are developmentally crucial practices. These foundational elements help young children build social skills, independence, and familiarity with structure, all of which contribute to a successful academic experience. Furthermore, arriving on time minimizes disruptions, fosters responsibility, promotes a strong work ethic, and ensures that students receive essential information at the beginning of the day. In the long term, punctuality instills respect for teachers and peers and prepares students for future professional expectations where timeliness is paramount.
Class begins promptly at 8:30a.m., with arrivals scheduled between 8:15 and 8:30a.m. To ensure a smooth start, please make sure students are in their classrooms by 8:30; we want to avoid arriving in the parking lot at that time. If you arrive after 8:30a.m., we ask that you kindly park and wait with your child; a staff member will escort late students to class. We appreciate your support and cooperation in helping us create a productive beginning to each day! Thank you!
Signing Your Early Childhood Student In and Out – MANDATORY
As a reminder, please sign your student(s) in and out when dropping off and picking them up each day. This can be done directly through your CMS App and is a requirement under California State Child Care Licensing regulations. Your cooperation is essential to ensure we remain compliant with state requirements. We appreciate your support and assistance in maintaining these standards. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Ladybug, Bumblebee and Dragonfly Student Arrival Time
Class begins promptly at 8:30 and morning arrivals are from 8:15–8:30. Please pull through the driveway and a staff member will greet your student. Arrivals end at 8:30. Dismissals for full day students are from 2:30-2:45p.m. Please pull through the parking lot and a staff member will put your student in your car. When leaving the parking lot please exit right. We appreciate your support of having your student in their classroom on time and your cooperation.
Elementary Arrivals and Dismissals
Class begins promptly at 8:30 and morning arrivals are from 8:15–8:30. All elementary students should be dropped off curbside. If the curb is full please come through the parking lot. This will assist with not blocking the driveway as well as traffic on Monte Vista Road. Dismissals are from 3:00-3:15p.m. Eagle students dismiss from the parking lot and Owl students from curbside. If the curb or parking lot is full, use the alternative. We appreciate your cooperation.
CMS Apparel Available
We are excited to offer some CMS Apparel options for both students and families. We are offering: CMS shirts, hats, and hoodies for kids, and polo, shirts, hats, and hoodies for Adults. Please fill out 1 form per order. Items will be billed in Renweb. Please note that you will be able to submit another order right after you hit “submit”.
Safety Guidelines in Parking Lot
Our priority is safety, and it takes all of us to work together. When dropping off or picking up your student, please do not reverse or pass other cars; we appreciate your support. When you exit the driveway, please ensure you turn right.