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Santa Rosa, CA
Brush Creek Montessori
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Telephone: (707) 539-7980 · Website: www.bcmontessori.org
Home-School Connection
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Separation
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
As part of the Montessori philosophy, parents are not encouraged to drop into the classroom because the children are learning independance and self reliance. A parent's presence in the classroom counters this effort. We are, however, encouraged to check in with the teacher whenever there is a need. The teachers are wonderful at reporting how the day has gone and communicating any special areas of concern or milestones to be celebrated.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in
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General Parent Education
-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes
-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home
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Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0) |
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Parents:
- Sit on the board of trustees
- Hold social events at the school to build community
- Fundraise
- Go on field trips
- Volunteer in the classroom
- Receive newsletters
- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)
- Encourage play dates out of school
- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)
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Modes of Communication Between School and Home
- Special Meetings
- Two or More Regular Conferences
- Drop-Off
- Pick-Up
- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school
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