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We're so excited to see class art projects nearing completion! Make sure to purchase your event tickets NOW so that you can bid on these one-of-a-kind masterpieces available only at the LIVE AUCTION! 

Tickets are limited, and you don’t want to miss the chance to support your child’s school and have a great time! There's no pressure to wear formal attire - dress up your denim or dress down your diamonds – you decide!  

Click here to buy your tickets TODAY! 

The project pictured here was made by Remzije's Toddler Class and showcases the individuality and creativity of each student! In the words of Maria Montessori, "The hand is the instrument of intelligence." 

Mark your calendars for Springmont’s Denim Drip Day! 
 

The entire Springmont community (faculty, staff, students, and families) is invited to get in the Denim & Diamonds spirit by wearing denim THIS Thursday, March 28th. 
 

Class Photos are scheduled for Wednesday, April 10th. Each student will receive a complimentary class photo, which will be distributed in May. 

In addition, our photographer is once again offering sibling photos to those interested. Like the individual photos in the fall, these will be available to view and purchase within a couple of weeks. In order for the photographer to adequately plan her morning with us, we need an accurate list of those interested in sibling photos. Please email Andrea Restifo no later than Monday, April 1st.
 

Come one, come all to the Middle School Afternoon Snack Bar! On Friday, April 12th, Middle School students will be in the Pavilion selling refreshments and beverages. This will be a cash-only event, so please plan accordingly. The funds from this event will go toward our End-of-Year trip to Saint Simons Island. Thank you for your support!

DATE: 4/12/2024
TIME: 2:45 to 4:15 PM
PLACE: Pavilion
PAYMENT FORM: Cash only

It’s that time of year again - Field Day is less than two months away! Our plans for Field Day on Friday, May 17th, include the following:

• Toddlers will have Field Day in the morning. ALL Toddler students will be dismissed 11:15-11:30.  Classes will not be in session in the afternoon, but families can look forward to joining other Toddler families for an off-campus picnic. 
• 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, and All Day care will not be offered.
• ALL Elementary classes will have Field Day in the afternoon and be dismissed via carpool 3:00-3:15 (15 minutes early for Upper Elementary students). Extended Day will not be offered.
• The Middle School will support younger classes in the morning and participate in Field Day in the afternoon. Dismissal will be 15 minutes early, 3:00-3:15. Extended Day will not be offered. 

Interested in helping out on Field Day? PE Teacher Tiffany Orem and our parent chairs, Anjali Bafana and Amy Senna (Primary) and Michelle Maines and Jaycina Almond (Elementary), need your help!  Look for more information on volunteer opportunities for Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Middle School Field Day activities in Springmont Weekly News!

Questions? Email Tiffany Orem

Have you tried Schoolhouse fare, Springmont's Tuesday-Friday lunch delivery option? 

Click here for their April Schedule!

Click here for information about how to order from Schoolhouse Fare! 

As many of you know, for the last four years, Springmont has kept close tabs on the CDC's COVID-19 guidelines, continually updating the school's mitigation protocols and health policies to reflect its updated recommendations. Just before Spring Break, the CDC updated its guidelines. They now recommend that COVID be treated like other respiratory viruses, such as RSV and the flu, and endorse people resuming normal activity (including work and school) once symptoms have been improving for at least 24 hours and they have been fever free without medication for at least 24 hours. They continue to encourage enhanced air filtration and ask those who have been ill to help stop the spread by practicing enhanced hygiene and wearing a well-fitted mask.

Please note that all cases of COVID, as well as other communicable illnesses such as Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease (HFMD), Influenza/Flu, Measles, Pinworms, RSV, Strep, and Varicella (Chickenpox), should continue to be reported to feedback@springmont.com so that we can notify families of potential exposure. 

As of today, March 18, Springmont will update the COVID-19 policies in our Key Information Parent Handbook to align with the CDC's updated guidelines. 

How many times have you come to campus and struggled to find a parking spot? Have you had to park off campus and take the shuttle for a special event? You NEED Diamond Parking - a single dedicated parking space reserved just for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from April 2024 through April 2025. 

To guarantee your access to bidding on this item and so many more that will be available at Denim & Diamonds, Springmont’s 60th Anniversary Auction, just click here to buy your tickets! 

Mark your calendars for Springmont’s Denim Day! The entire Springmont community (faculty, staff, students, and families) is invited to get in the Denim & Diamonds spirit by wearing denim on Thursday, March 28th. 

Following rave reviews about our Primary Open Classroom & Playdate event in November, we are excited to offer parents/caregivers another chance to join their children in their Primary classrooms for a lesson or two! These opportunities not only further your understanding of Montessori but also allow your children to become the teachers as they share their work with you. Afterward, the Playground will be open for Primary families to enjoy time together. Your children love our play spaces; this is a time to share their joy for being at Springmont!

All Primary families are invited. Primary classrooms will be open Wednesday, March 27, 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. The Playground will be open 5:00-6:00, weather permitting. 

There is no need to RSVP, but because on-campus parking is very limited and we have over 90 Primary students, we kindly ask that each family make every effort to bring just one vehicle to campus.  

Women's History Month originated from a week-long celebration of women's contributions, sacrifices, and successes to United States history. The concept of this month was first created in 1978 by a group of Sonoma, California, educators who realized there was an absence of women's accomplishments and women role models in history books. They decided to take matters into their own hands by encouraging their students to do outside research about influential women in history. This led to a week-long celebration of women within the school district and eventually caught attention across the country. 

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter declared the week of March 8th (International Women's Day) National Women's History Week. Within the same year, the same educators who started the celebration created an organization called the National Women's History Project, encouraging the increase in celebrating and honoring women. In 1987, The National Women's History Project petitioned Congress to expand the national celebration of women from a week to a month. Since then, Women's History Month has served as an annual opportunity to honor the achievements and struggles of women throughout history, fostering awareness and appreciation for their contributions in shaping the world we live in today. 

To carry on this legacy, let's take this month to learn about influential women, their accomplishments, and their contributions to the society in which we currently live.  

Click here for the National Women’s History Museum 
Click here for the National Women’s History Alliance (formerly the National Women’s History Project). 
Click here for the Women’s History Month website.
 

Thank you to all who attended our in-person session on February 12! School Counselors Dr. Ann Van Buskirk and Dr. Kimberly Robinson invite all parents and caregivers to join them for another session via Zoom on March 19.

While supporting students in their social and emotional learning (SEL) is critical, research shows that supporting teachers and families yields even more robust results when it comes to bolstering positive well-being.

Kindly use the link in Springmont Weekly News to RSVP by March 19 at 3:00 p.m. The Zoom link will be shared on the day of the event to the email address submitted.

Dr. Kim is a licensed psychologist who teaches at Georgia State, has a private practice in Snellville, and consults at Springmont weekly. Dr. Ann is a licensed psychologist and an adjunct faculty member at Emory. 
 

Whether you spent last week vacationing on the beach or taking advantage of some well-deserved rest and relaxation, we hope you thoroughly enjoyed your Spring Break! Our auction planning committee is still hard at work, and you are encouraged to purchase your tickets today! With just a click, you can guarantee your access to a night of fun at Denim & Diamonds, Springmont’s 60th Anniversary Auction! 

Don’t wait!  Auction and drink tickets, sponsorships, and Wine Ring Toss entries are available now – just click here! You won’t want to miss your opportunity to bid on amazing experiences and items, including Choose Your Adventure, Head of School for the Day, Diamond Parking, or the Falcons Fan Package, to name just a few! 

• Choose Your Adventure - Choose between any of our 5 World Class Destinations: Tuscany, Bali, Thailand, Paris, or Greece for (2)! Tuscany includes a 5 Night Luxury Stay with Daily Breakfast, One Dinner at the Hotel, a Massage Treatment and Spa for (2); Bali includes a Luxury Boutique Resort Deluxe Ocean View 7 Night Stay with Daily Breakfast and a Massage Service for (2); Thailand includes Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort, A Fairmont Managed Luxury Resort 5 Night Stay With Daily Breakfast for (2); Paris Adventure includes 5 Night Stay at the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile for (2); Ultimate Greece is a 5 Night Stay at the Five Star Divani Caravel Hotel for (2).  
• Diamond Parking at Springmont - Premium parking is reserved only for you for an entire school year. Rain or shine, carpool drop-off, pickup, or special event, your spot is reserved only for you!  No need to rush or arrive extra early to snag a spot.  Your personal parking space is waiting just for you, marked with your special DIAMOND PARKING SIGNAGE. You must be present to bid on this hot ticket item.  

Please take a moment to consider what your family might have available to contribute to the auction.  Feel free to reach out to development@springmont.com with questions or ideas! 

Masterpieces that will be part of the live auction are in progress in classrooms across campus! Pictured is the beautiful project created by Rinku's Class!