PVMS Newsletter - 11/14/24

Upcoming Important Dates

• 11/21 - Deadline to order from the Original Works fundraiser

• 11/26 - Harvest Day

• 11/27 - 11/29 - School Closed

• 12/5 - December PCO Meeting 7:30 PM - Held Virtually

• 12/18 - Elementary STEAM Night: Elementary Craft Fair

• 12/19 - Elementary Field Trip

• 12/19 - PVMS Movie Night - PCO Event at Agawam Cinemas

• Original Works

  Time is running out! Don’t delay, order a special item from Original Works today!

  Our students used their creative expertise to craft a special design to be showcased on a wide array of items and YOU get to enjoy them for years to come.

  Refer to the flyer that went home with your child to access their customized creations.

  Remember, the deadline for ordering is Thursday, November 21st.

• Reflections of 60 Years: Celebrating the PVMS Legacy

  Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a few of our former staff members here at PVMS. A special thank you to Susan Hershey, Rosemary Gossman, Cynthia Alicandro, MaryAnn Ross, Janet Lavallee, and Cathy Nortz for joining and sharing your strong sense of community and love of PVMS with us!

• Food Drive Friday at PVMS

  Join us in our weekly effort each Friday to collect non-perishable food items for Rachel's Table, a dedicated group fighting hunger in Western Mass for three decades.

  Send a food item with your child tomorrow to help make a meaningful difference in our community.

  Thank you!

• Pioneering Progress

  Building Better Bedtimes:
  Tips for Creating Healthy Sleep Routines to Support Learning and Growth

  A good night’s sleep is one of the most essential ingredients for a child’s growth, learning, and overall well-being. Studies show that quality sleep not only boosts concentration and memory but also supports emotional regulation, resilience, and physical development- all of which are key to thriving in the classroom. As children grow, sleep routines help them develop healthy habits that support both academic success and a positive outlook on school and social interactions. By prioritizing restful and consistent sleep, parents can help set the stage for their child’s best possible school experience.

  1. Establish a Consistent Bedtime Routine    

  2. Limit Screen Time Before Bed

  3. Maintain a Regular Sleep Schedule

  4. Create a Calming Sleep Environment

  5. Encourage Physical Activity

  To learn more about how establishing a strong bedtime routine can be one of the most valuable contributions to a child’s daily life, visit our Pioneering Progress Blog!

  To read more about this topic, here are a few more resources:

  • Sleep and Learning

  • Children and Sleep

  • Sleep: An Essential Element

• Elementary STEAM Night: Elementary Craft Fair

  -December 18-

  Mark your calendars! Our elementary classes have outdone themselves, preparing an exciting Craft Fair for this year's STEAM event.

  Witness their amazing skills in crafting, sewing, and more! With a wide variety of items for sale - keychains, jewelry, hats, and more - this event promises to be thrilling for our entire school community.

  Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity!

• Ask a Montessorian

  Thank you to our families and staff members for joining us last night at Ask a Montessorian!

  Don’t forget that attending Community Learning events, such as Ask a Montessorian, counts toward your family’s service hours.

• Lost & Found

  Is your child missing something? Chances are we have it!

  Stop by and check our lost & found for your child’s belongings, and don’t forget to label things as we do look for names before putting them in the bin.