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It’s that time of year again. Field Day is almost a month away! Our plans for Field Day on Friday, May 16, include the following:

• Toddler classes will have Field Day in the morning. ALL Toddler students will be dismissed 11:45-12:00. Classes will not be in session in the afternoon (no All Day care).
• Primary classes will have Field Day in the morning. ALL Primary students will be dismissed via carpool 11:45-12:00. Classes will not be in session in the afternoon (no All Day care).
• Lower & Upper Elementary classes will have Field Day in the afternoon and be dismissed via carpool 3:00-3:15 - please note the adjusted dismissal time for Upper Elementary. Extended Day will not be offered.
• Middle School students will have Field Day in the afternoon and be dismissed via carpool 3:00-3:15 - please note the adjusted dismissal time. Extended Day will not be offered.

Interested in helping out on Field Day? PE Teacher Tiffany Orem and Parent Chairs Wendy Sandvi (Elementary) and Caro Werner (Elementary) are still in DESPERATE need of support at the Toddler & Primary levels. If you are a parent who would like to support this event as a co-chair, please contact Tiffany as soon as possible! 

Look for more information on volunteer opportunities for Primary and Elementary Field Day activities in next week's newsletter!  

Questions? Email Tiffany Orem
 

The Best Part of the Masquerade Auction Gala: Your Generosity

Aside from the fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories shared with all of you, one of the most exciting aspects of the Masquerade Auction Gala is undoubtedly the incredible collection of auction items and experiences. These donations are what truly make the event special, and we’re reaching out to you to help make this year’s auction even bigger and better than ever!

A Look Back at Last Year’s Incredible Donations

Last year, thanks to the generosity of our community, we were able to feature a wide range of amazing auction items that had everyone buzzing. Local businesses donated beautiful jewelry, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any wardrobe. We had self-care sessions that offered much-needed relaxation and rejuvenation, and gift cards to a variety of establishments that made it easy for attendees to enjoy everything from dining to shopping.

Additionally, we were fortunate to receive vacation stays, providing the perfect opportunity for families to get away and unwind, and household goods that helped make any home feel more comfortable and stylish. There were also concert tickets and sporting event tickets, which created opportunities for our parents to experience live entertainment and thrilling games. From dining experiences to spa days, the diverse range of items and experiences available at last year’s auction made it a standout event.

How Your Donations Make a Difference

This year, we’re hoping to build on that success by inviting you to donate again. When you donate items or experiences for the auction, you are directly helping to increase the overall profitability of the event. The proceeds from the auction go directly to supporting our school; every donation plays a crucial role in helping Springmont thrive. If you would like to donate, please contact me at kpoyser@springmont.com or submit your donation in the Front Office by Thursday, April 17th. Thank you!
 

Did you know that, like fingerprints, the human brain is so uniquely complex that no brain is exactly the same? This month, we join in celebrating neurodiversity, a term that emerged in the 1990s as part of a movement to “increase acceptance and inclusion of all people while embracing neurological differences.” Harvard Health Publishing Mind and Mood “What is Neurodiversity?” 11/23/2021

Neurodiversity embraces the ideas that each of us experiences, learns, and interacts with the world around us in different ways and that there is no one “right” way of thinking, learning, and behavior. Some of the different ways of thinking, learning, and interacting that have been given labels include Autism (ASD), ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Social Anxiety Disorder.  

Just like other human variations, differences in our brains make for a more beautiful and interesting world. Thinking “outside the box” is a hallmark of the neurodivergent brain, and many people who have made significant contributions to our world are neurodivergent. The climate change activist Greta Thunberg is autistic and has ADHD. Albert Einstein had dyslexia. As journalist Harvey Blume states, “Neurodiversity may be every bit as crucial for the human race as biodiversity is for life in general. Who can say what form of wiring will prove best at any given moment?”

Neurodiversity brings strengths as well as challenges. At Springmont, we support neurodiversity through multisensory learning, prepared environments, and individualized learning in a collaborative framework, as well as through specialized instruction in our Plus program and a wide variety of experiences in nature. As we celebrate this April, let’s support each other with kindness, patience, and understanding, knowing that while we each think, learn, and experience life differently, like the flowers that bloom across our campus, we are each a beautiful part of our community.

“We have a duty to focus
On the road before us-
To dream of the destination
But never forget
To Delight in the Drive.”            
-Morgan Harper Nichols