Posted October 11, 2022
Hello, Montclair Parents and Caregivers, Oct 7, 2022
*As a reminder, we are having the annual PARADE OF MASKS on October 31st. We look forward to seeing you there.
*Parents, please ensure your students have their watch phones on school mode and or silenced.
A message from Susan Miller-Curley:
During this time of year, we would like to recognize the rich heritage that all of our families of Hispanic origin bring to our school, community, and life. This year we will be celebrating Cultural Moments during different months. In September and October, we honor Hispanic Heritage – elevating and celebrating Latinx culture and heritage. It was when I started as an educator in Houston that I fell in love with the Spanish language and the families at my school from Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador…just to name a few. I learned Spanish and do my best to practice every day. I thank all of you for your grace and patience with me.
A message from AJ Williams:
Our community inside and outside of Montclair elementary school has many diverse and invaluable people to draw knowledge and experience from. We have families from around the world, who have traveled around the world! Montclair would like to ask you for your support to expand our community’s horizons. If you have any feedback or suggestions please feel free to email us at albert_williams@dpak12.net. We welcome all views, ideas, and recommendations.
No school for students on Oct 14, 2022 and Oct 17, 2022
Parents’ student early pickup ends at 2:45 PM.
Please pick up your little learners before 2:45 or after 3:05.
Picture Retake day for students will be on November 8th
You can access ordering information through the website above. Please call the office if you need assistance with late picture day orders.
Family Conferences October 10th – 14th
Conferences will take place before and after school. Please schedule your conference with your child’s homeroom teacher. Your conferences can be in person and held virtually.
A Message from Nurse Meg
Hello Montclair Families!
Our district health screening team will be at Montclair next week on Wednesday, October 12th, Thursday, October 13th, and again on Tuesday, October 18th. It is very important that your student(s) attend school these days so that we can screen them for vision, hearing, or dental concerns. If you do not wish for your student to participate in the screenings, please opt them out by contacting me, the Montclair School Nurse. For more details and my contact information please read the Universal Health Screening Parent Letter. Thank you!
PEAK – Parents. Educators. Kids. Organization
We were excited to welcome community members, Parents, and teachers. Our goal is to build community through events for all and fundraising to support the school and our enrichment program. Here is where to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45A5A62BAAF8CE9-montclair
We will be providing information surrounding the month of October events, craft day, and Father’s read events.
PEAK community events will begin this month
Craft Day October 22nd, 10 am – 11 am, Montclair Gymnasium
Parade of Masks October 31st
Chuck E. Cheese Nov 4th, 3 pm to 9 pm
Wanted Donations
Lysol wipes, kleenex, paper towels, colored pencils, markers, & crayons
Optional student support group
We are excited that a GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) will be one of Montclair’s student groups this year. This group is student-led and for individuals who are in the LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning) community and their allies. Meetings will be facilitated by our school psychologist, Ms. Ayla, and school counselor Ms. Peguero, and focus on building community and discussing issues that affect all students. Right now, the group is open to all 4th and 5th-grade students who want to join and will be starting the week of October 3rd during the school day. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Ayla at ayla_avant@dpsk12.net or Ms. Peguero at natalie_peguero1@dpsk12.net.
DPS Parent Links:
Have a wonderful weekend!
Be well,
Susan and AJ
