Read the full End of Year Montessori Messenger

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Shaw Montessori
Newsletter
may /end of year 2016
We are the Shaw Stars
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the Montessori Messenger
keeping our wonderful Montessori community informed and
recognizing the good works of the magical young minds,
dedicated teachers and staff on our campus
News & Notes:
Principal Susan Engdall
Greetings Shaw Montessori Stars!
Well, here we are, our first year as a collective community under our belt. We have
accomplished so much….installed beautiful gates, planted multiple fruit trees and
playground shade trees, created a desert pollinator garden, and cultivated a
thriving outdoor environment. All the while our Montessori babies grew a year
older and more independent. Such amazing growth and change on all levels.
Next school year our wonderful community will see many more changes on our
campus as we create learning labs and wisely help our children understand the
value of reducing, reusing and recycling by doing so daily in our classrooms,
cafeteria and outdoor spaces. Plans also include a large garage door added to the
side of our cafeteria to bring in the light and a view of our new human sundial in the
entrance courtyard. The sundial will be a terrific interactive element to our outdoor
space. We will also be building a habitat for desert tortoises. Hercules, an
enormous desert tortoise roamed the Shaw campus and outdoor environment from
2012-2014 until his getaway at the height of mating season, leaving us broken
hearted. We might not get Hercules back---but perhaps an offspring? We also plan
to enhance the entrance to our school and add an amphitheater just outside of the
library.
Thank you parents, students, family and friends, for all of the support you have
offered our school, our staff and each other, both seen and unseen. It is this kind of
commitment that continues to grow Shaw Montessori as a great place for our
children to be. Loads of research will tell you that your volunteer work and the time
spent at your child’s school exponentially increases their positive view of school, its
people, its academics, its values and its practice.
We will do it all again next year beginning with Back to School Night on August 1st
All the best, Principal Susan Engdall
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Making The Most of Shaw:
“The first essential for
the child’s development
is concentration. The
child who concentrates is
immensely happy.”
Dr. Maria Montessori
PTA
It’s been an amazing year! Thank you parents for your contributions to this year’s PTA events.
I’d like to give a special thank you to my fellow PTA Officers: Sarah LaRoque,
Bryan Hardie-Jorgenson, Leigh Ann Dolan, Melissa Griffis, Jessica Stewart, Katharine Santangelo, Jen
Skinner, Danielle Martin, Kanika Jones, Shadi Mirza and Angela Boozer. Each and every one of our
officers already has a full plate with work, school, and family but still they find the time to help our school
in so many ways. With deep gratitude, Erin.
http://phxschools.org/shaw-montessori/for-parents/pta/
Erin Krapf, Parent & PTA President
SITE COUNCIL
No matter how far we have to go, let's remember where we started. At this time last year, our teachers
were pondering the Hamlet question. No, not "To be or not to be" but "To box or not to box". Because I'm
sure that's what Shakespeare really meant. We may have ended last year in total upheaval, but we came
together as a community to support our vision of one united campus, and we hit the ground running when
it was approved. Teachers, staff, and parents worked throughout the summer to move onto one campus,
letting us start school on August 5, 2015 with an easy transition. It may not have been pretty, but that
didn't discourage us. One year later, through everyone's feedback, persistence, and heroic efforts, we've
accomplished an amazing campus and stronger community. Thank you for taking this journey with us
through the campus beautification project; ironing out issues with parking, drop-off, and pick-up; and
fighting to keep the desegregation money that funds Shaw. I don't know about you, but I'm ready for a
break. I hope everyone gets a much needed rest and returns to school in the fall re-energized so we can
put you back to work, I mean, so we can enjoy our wonderful school. Stay safe, and see you soon!
For more information on our SITE COUNCIL, visit:
http://phxschools.org/shaw-montessori/for-parents/site-council/
Krista Pacion, Parent & Site Council President
VOLUNTEER SPOT
Having the opportunity to volunteer is an amazing way to support our wonderful school and watch our
children’s academic and social development. All of the events at school and field trips are made possible
thanks to the volunteered time of parents and staff of Shaw Montessori. I’m pleased to say that we have
volunteered 3,165 hours so far this year!! Over 70% of our families have volunteered, thanks to all of
you, special thanks to the families that have volunteered more than 30 hours!!! If you haven’t yet had the
chance to volunteer there are many ways to earn your 10 hours this year—please do not wait until the last
minute! Your time is valuable and the time you give is appreciated! Our children smile by having you at
our events, field trips or at classroom events.
To see volunteer opportunities please visit Shaw Montessori’s Volunteer Page:
http://phxschools.org/shawmontessori/volunteer/shawmontessorivolunteer.pdf
Lidu Tapia, Parent & Volunteer Spot Coordinator
PEER After school program:
http://phxschools.org/shaw-montessori/programs/before-after-school/
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Volunteer Recognition Spot:
When we all participate we build a
stronger school for our children
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO VOLUNTEERED THIS YEAR
Your time and talents matter in helping to create
Shaw Montessori a wonderful place for all children to attend.
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE 2015-2016 PTA OFFICERS
President - Erin Krapf
Vice President - Sara LaRoque
Secretary - Bryan Hardie-Jorgenson
Treasurer – Leigh Ann Dolan
Communications Officer - Melissa Griffis
Membership Officer - Jessica Stewart
Outdoor Sustainability Officer - Katherine Santangelo
Tasty Tuesdays Events Officer - Jen Skinner
Fall Festival/Sweetheart Dance - Danielle Martin
Bingo/Lego Night/Raffle Events Officer - Kanika Jones & Angela Boozer
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Ms. Cindy Burnside
Happy Retirement
Cindy Burnside has been with the Phoenix Elementary #1
School District for 18 years and the beloved cafeteria
manager for the Montessori program for 14 years.
Cindy infuses our food with love,
has a quick smile and knows every child's name!
Cindy plans to take cruises & do some long overdue traveling.
We wish you big fun in your retirement and we will miss you!
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Lower – Middle – Upper:
+Great Minds in the Classroom
PreK – Kindergarten
This has been a very special
time for our school
community. For the first time
in many years, all of the
children have been learning
and working on the same
campus together. It has been
rewarding and quite powerful
to see the former two
campuses integrate into nine
classrooms of Primary students
who get to know and create
with one another as they really
had never the opportunity to
do before. I see children
helping one another, holding
hands, sitting in the shade of
the trees, and gently caring for
the animals. What we have is
the truest essence of
Montessori, a children’s
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1st through 6th
Practical Life in the form of Big Trips! In the
second week of May, our elementary & middle
school students take a “Big Trip” that
culminates the year’s studies. It is a wonderful
learning experience that the children plan for
the entire school year. Students are able to
apply Practical Life skills that they’ve acquired
through their Montessori years to a real life
situation. They also have the opportunity to
develop new skills & each student comes away
with a new recognition & appreciation of his or
her ability to make a meaningful contribution
to the community. Parent chaperones are not
encouraged unless absolutely necessary in
order to give students the freedom to learn &
grow on their own. The students are
responsible for the planning, organizing, &
decision-making. They select the location,
which often is related to a current topic of study
or student interest. The trips are partially
funded by class fundraising projects that
provide the experience of running a business
as well as raising the funds for their end of year
trip. There are also trip logistics to be made:
transportation, reservations, menus, packing
lists, & activities. Throughout this major
project students are able to actively pursue
their own interests & discover their own unique
abilities with the support of their immediate
community.
7th and 8th
Students were able to put “real
life” skills to use during their
end-of-year Heroic Journey
interviews. All interviews were
conducted in front of a Council of
Elders & were approximately 30
minutes in length. Students were
called upon to reflect on lessons
throughout the year & then show
evidence of completion of a yearlong goal. Some students chose to
learn a new language or conquer
their fear of heights. Another
student designed his own Sports
Nutrition Cookbook. The Elders
walked away with a much better
understanding of what motivates
a teen & teens were left with a
greater understanding of
themselves!! Students are off to
New York City from May 9-13th.
Our 8th Grade students have their
Promotion Ceremony
on Monday, May 23 at 6:00pm.
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Student
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Hey 8 Graders
we are going to miss you!
“Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to
Great
Places!
You’re off and away!”
Dr. Seuss
Jesus Banuelos, Bailey Bertrand,
Eliscia Casarez, Alond ra De La Rosa,
Jared Fig ueroa, Oscar Ga rcia ,
Etha n Go nzales, Brad Hughes,
Kaili James, Joseph Javier,
Yum a Jo hnson, Alexander K orn,
Am elia LaRoq ue, Ma delyn Macias,
Ayla Peterson, Ava Romo,
Ga briel Serrata, A lexus Sullivan,
Na talie Torres, Savannah Turley,
Morgan Whitworth
Shaw Montessori friends are heading to these great high schools
Apollo, ASU Prep Academy, Betty Fairfax, Bioscience, Camelback
Montessori, Cesar Chavez, Corona del Sol, Franklin Fire and Science,
Madison H.S. Prep, MetroArts, Mountain Pointe,
North High School & Phoenix Coding Academy
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Main Gate TIN HONOR OF DR. MARIA MONTESSORI (PRINCIPAL ENGDALL)
"The things we see are not just remembered, they form a part of our soul."
Donations:
Dr. Maria Montessori
THIRTY-ONE
Donations
Made
Anonymously:
Y Donations BY FAMILIES & FRIENDS OF SHAW
ANONYMOUS
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LILIANNA ALARCON, GERRY-LYNN AND AUDREY AQUINO, THE ASHLEY FAMILY - In
honor of Ewan and Liam Mitchelll's grandfathers, AZURE/FROST FAMILY, IN HONOR OF
BRENNAN, SOPHIE & ABIGAIL BAYLESS FELDMAN, ETHAN BOOTH, ANGELA BOOZER,
THE BOWERS, BRYANT-ZEBALLOS, TERESA CARREON - In Honor of Jordan Salazar. I
love you my Sunshine, Abuela , IN HONOR OF CAMILA CELAYA, COHEN-NORRIS
FAMILY - For Sam, THE CORCORAN FAMILY, CRAWFORD FAMILY, OMAR & ALMIR
CUCAK, NIKITA CURRIE, DECKEL FAMILY, XAVIER & ARIANNA DELGADO, DERSHIMER
FAMILY, THE DICKERSON FAMILY, LEIGH ANN DOLAN - Leigh Ann, Bob, Josie & Baby
Bob Dolan, FINCH-LOGAN FAMILY, GAIL FISHER, FULTON FAMILY, THERESA GERBIG I love this project. This artist is fabulous!!! , ZOË GIPSON, CIARA GOINS - Sienna
Cantrell, GOOTEE FAMILY - Excellent design and process. Please keep the art and
Shaw spirit alive, THE GORIN FAMILY, HANNAH GRIFFIS, HARPER & FRANCESCA
GROSS - Many years from now when you visit Shaw Montessori, may this gate bring
back sweet memories of the teachers and friends that brought you such joy, HARDIEJORGENSONS - Looking forward to the beautification of our campus., HARRIS FAMILY,
IN HONOR OF PREK FRIEND LIAM MITCHELL - We love you buddy! Ms. Katie, Mr.
Andrew & Declan Hesselmann, DIONNE HILL, JAMBERRY FUNDRAISER, THE JOHANNIS,
CURTIS, MYLES & MILANIA JOHNSON, JACOB AND YUMA JOHNSON, THE KERWIN
FAMILY, REEGAN & JOHNNY KOI CLARK, SARA KORN, KORN, RAVINDRA KOTA Ishitha Kota and Vineet Kota , ALVIN AND SILVANA LAWRENCE - For our sons!,
JULIANNE LEOS & JULIAN RAMIREZ, THE LOPEZTELLO FAMILY, LOWE FAMILY, LUNA
FAMILY, THE LUCAS FAMILY, MARK AND MICOLE (DORRIAN'S PARENTS), THE MARTIN
FAMILY - “The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and
invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” , STEPHANIE AND JAKE MARX,
MASON MATTHEWS - This will be lovely! Looking forward to it! , DECLAN AND CORA
MCGRATH - Let them be filled with wonder each day as they enter, for "wonder is the
beginning of wisdom." –Socrates, THE MCILROY FAMILY, NENE (LYDIA MILLS) - For my
two grandsons, Ewan & Liam. I love you, Nene, MITCHELL FAMILY,
JESSICA & MIKE MITCHELL, SUE MITCHELL, MORENO FAMILY, ELIZABETH NUNEZ
AND JONATHAN GONZALEZ, THE OBRANDS, JOHN OGREN, D.A. PACHECO & FAMILY,
DAVID OLIVER PACHECO & FAMILY, THE PACION TALBOT-STERN FAMILY,
PETERSON/BELL FAMILY, KAREN & BILL POWELL: Honoring the family members of the
Mills Mitchell family, PENITA PRATCHER, CHUKAR PTS, CALEB PULIDO PETERSON Thank you for all your hard work and dedication, making our campus beautiful.,
ROBERTS FAMILY, JESSICA RODRIQUEZ - Jazmin Taylor , THE SANTANGELOS, ELIZA
SANTANGELO, HANNAH SANTANGELO, OLIVER SANTANGELO, SHIVERS-SCHMIT
FAMILY - We appreciate art thanks to our parents and grandparents and believe this
beautiful gate will be a very welcoming piece of art to school. In Honor of Grandpa
Roger Shivers - Love, Vivian, SHAYNE SOTELO & FAMILY, STELLA BLEU, CRAIG
STENDER, CRISTIANO TABANICO, JULIET & KORA TALBOT-STERN, LIDU & EDUARDO
TAPIA, THEISEN FAMILY, THE TRETSCHOKS, THE TREVINO FAMILY, MATTHEA
TREZISE, GRACE, BEN, ALLISON AND MATT TUCHI - In tribute, Mitchell & Mills,
TUCKER FAMILY, WALKER FAMILY - On behalf of Mason, Melena and Wesley Walker,
WEINKEIN FAMILY Can't wait to see it!, WELLS PERRY,
THE WHEELINGTON FAMILY - In honor of our beautiful girl, Faith
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DR. MYRIAM ROA-REIFERS
Founder and President of Phoenix One Foundation & Proud
Superintendent of Phoenix Elementary School District #1
The conceptual drawing is beautiful!
Student
Corner:
From Drab to Fab!
The new gate is beautiful and it was 100%
financed by generous donations from family
and friends of
Shaw Montessori.
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Main Gate
Donations
Continued:
IN HONOR OF
8th GRADERS
In Tribute To
ALEX KORN,
Sara Korn
AMELIA
LAROQUE –
We are so proud of
you. Love,
Mom & Dad
AMELIA
LAROQUE Congratulations.
Love the Mitchells
GABRIEL
SERRATA,
love Mom & Dad
Donations in HONOR OF KINDERS:
ANONYMOUS; ANONYMOUS; ANONYMOUS; ANONYMOUS; ALEJANDRA BARRERA - So
proud!; S.B.; MAX CRAWFORD; T.D.; A.G.; XAVIER GOMEZ - Shannon Gomez; C.M.;
L.W.; KINDERS IN MS. MARISA'S CLASS - Lots of Love from Ewan; EWAN MITCHELL -We
are so proud of you buddy! Lots of love from The Hesselmanns; EWAN MITCHELL - For
our favorite kinder buddy, love Matilda; So proud of Ewan Mitchell! Love the LaRoque
family; EWAN MITCHELL-We are so proud of our super loving and kind big kinder boy.
We love you, mama & dada :); MALIA MITCHELL - Elisa & Caleb Mitchell; EMILIO &
ONEIDA QUINTANA - Esmeralda Quintana; VIVIAN SCHMIT SHIVERS - Jody Schmit &
Nonnie Shivers; EVELYN SPEAS - Chad & Adrianne Speas; MS. WHITING KINDER CLASS
2016 - From kinder Braylen Harris
Donations in HONOR OF TEACHERS & STAFF
IN HONOR OF LYDIA ALAMO (IA) The best keeper of the gate :) So lucky to have you
watch after the children upon departure. We love you :); IAN & LAUREN BELL: In honor
of our children's excellent education & the Shaw teachers who are exceptional; MISS
BONNY: Thank you for everything you do. We are so fortunate to be in your class. Love,
Matilda; IN HONOR OF MISS BONNY (FULL OF SPARKLE & LOVE) Miss Bonny's amazing
sparkle is essential to the Chai ('life") of room 405; IN HONOR OF MS. TERESA
CARREON - 8 is the luckiest number in Chinese culture and we are so lucky to have Ms.
Teresa be the gateway to our school; IN HONOR OF CINDY BURNSIDE (CAFETERIA
MANAGER) - Lucky to have the sweetest person preparing breakfast and lunch for the
children of Shaw. Love matters; IN HONOR OF CRYSTAL CONOVER (ART TEACHER) Lucky to have you cultivate our children's love of art; IN HONOR OF COACH DUNLOP Our child feels so lucky to have you as a coach. The love is real :);EXCITED TEACHER! Tribute to the Beauty and Efficacy of Montessori's Vision; GALAS- SOSA FAMILY: Thank
you to the entire Shaw Montessori family for being such an integral part of ours for so
many years. It truly does take a village and we are so thankful to be part of this one;
LOLA AND OLIVIA GARCIA - Thanks to our great teachers!; IN HONOR OF LAUREN
KUTSKO (OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT) To the BEST outdoor environment partner this
year! The school is lucky to have Lauren's dedication and vision in the garden. - Cristina
Celaya; SARA LAROQUE - We love Shaw Montessori!; MS. MARISA: Thank you for
everything you do. We are so fortunate to be in your class. Love, Matilda; IN HONOR OF
MS. MARISA (AN WONDERFUL TEACHER) - Ms. Marisa is the Chai ("life") of her
classroom; IN HONOR OF CAROL MARTINEZ (LIBRARIAN) - So incredibly lucky to have
you teach our children how to care for a book properly and to help them on the journey
to becoming lovers of books.; IN HONOR OF KATIE MERRILL (MUSIC TEACHER) What a
holiday concert Ms. Merrill organized. We are so lucky to have her teach our children
about music; THE MITCHELL BOYS - We love our school!; IN HONOR OF MR. NEVILLE
(MAINTENANCE) - Lucky to have so many conversations with you in the mornings. You
make recycling fun; IN HONOR OF ROSE PRASAD (SCHOOL NURSE) - The children of
Shaw are lucky to have such a sweet nurse. Thank you for tending to so many bumps,
bruises, tummy aches, etc ; TYLER & TRISTIN SKINNER - Thanks to all of the teachers and
staff at Shaw that have been a part of turning my two sons into the wonderful young men
that they are today. MADELINE, ALEXIS, GRACE AND THE ENTIRE STONE FAMILY - We
love our school! We can't wait to see the beautiful gate
Donations MADE IN MEMORIAM:
ANONYMOUS - In Loving Memory of our Sweet Dog Daisy; AVERY AND BROOKLYN - In
memory of our beloved dog, Louie; IN MEMORY OF TRENDA GOMEZ - Shannon Gomez;
THE KARNES FAMILY - In memory of Fitzwilliam Karnes - love and miss you Tata; The
Mills Family - In memory of Jack Mills a loving Dad, Grandfather and Friend ; IN
MEMORY OF JOHN C. MILLS (GRANDPA) - A wonderful man with a great curiosity about
life. Our boys' grandpa would have been delighted to see them learn, love and thrive at
the Shaw Montessori campus. The beautiful new gate would have reminded him of his
favorite park in his beloved New York City; IN MEMORY OF ALLAN R. MITCHELL (POP)
- The BEST POP EVER! He loved his grandchildren dearly and had a unique sense of
gentleness and fun. Our boys would have been thrilled to show him where they work,
play and love at Shaw Montessori; MELISSA WALDMAN -in memory of John Mills & Allan
Mitchell; IN MEMORY OF NANCY SCHMIT - In memory of my Grandma Nancy Schmit.
Love – Vivian; THE STINER FAMILY - In memory of Greg Barney and Susan Doherty
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Goings On
An active, lively campus making the most of each day
OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT
The ODE has become a magical place in just one year! Special thanks to parents &
volunteers who have donated plants, seeds, paint, ideas, & much more! The ODE
continues to be a place where children can have autonomy in doing what entices them in
that moment. The process of DOING is so powerful & children are engaged in our natural
space in so many ways. Digging & planting seeds continue to be favorite activities as well
as petting & making salads for the rabbits, harvesting seeds, watering plants, drawing,
looking for bugs, & investigating new sprouts. We also have two new garden beds in our
space – a “butterfly garden” with plants such as rosemary, lavender, oregano, sun gold
butterfly bush, globe mallow, dittany of Crete & Arizona milk weed to attract those sweet
butterflies & a “bunny garden” filled with edible plants for the bunnies such as carrots,
cilantro, & broccoli. Our community is so fortunate to have such a peaceful space & the
experiences for our young Montessorians are without words! Again thank you for such a
wonderful year in the garden! –Ms. Lauren and Ms. Cristina
COACH’S CORNER
This year has been loaded with learning and fun. Skills have ranged
from personal/social units to sports/fitness. This spring PE students
have worked on hand-eye coordination, scoops, cooperative
games, soccer and softball. Time and time again students remind
me of how much fun they have in PE and how they can’t wait until
they come back for the next lesson. Our 7th/8th grade intermural
sports teams have seen inter-district competition in basketball,
soccer, softball and volleyball. Our students have represented our
school well and we are excited to shine bright next year. Go Shaw
Stars! – Coach Dunlop ART I like to reflect on how awesome the children at Shaw did in the art room this
year. Most of our art curriculum was based on color: what it is, what is means, when &
how to apply it. Students experienced art concepts that are seen in many college
level curriculums. These concepts were made age-appropriate & students excelled
in understanding & applying the concepts. They also dove into our school community
to either raise money or beautify the campus, through art! They made birdhouses, a
mural, decorated & assembled holiday cards, participated in fundraisers & created a
Pop up Gallery. Outside of the school many children were involved in art shows
around the valley making Shaw’s name more prominent in the “art scene”. I hope that
all children bring with them what they’ve learned & continue to make wonderful art
for all to enjoy. Have a great summer! - Ms. Conover -
MUSIC NOTES
The music world has been busy as we head towards summer. The
instrumental & choral students hosted a Lunch Concert on April 27th.
Various individuals also participated in one or both of the district honor
festivals. Students will be preparing for their ensemble placement
auditions as we head into May. In the general music world, recorder
students are finishing their recorder karate program & will be writing their
own songs. They will also be choosing their instruments for next year.
Kindergarten through third grade has been learning about music history
and is continuing to develop their music theory. We are already excited as
we look towards next year.– Ms. Merrill -
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MARK IT!
NOTE IT!
DATE IT!
A FEW UPCOMING EVENTS/ITEMS THAT WE JUST DON’T WANT YOU TO MISS:
MAY 18TH
SITE COUNCIL / PTA MEETINGS
FOR A FULL LIST OF UPCOMING
EVENTS, PLEASE VISIT:
HTTP://PHXSCHOOLS.ORG/SHAW-MONTESSORI/FOR-PARENTS/SCHOOL-CALENDAR/
MAY 19TH
KINDERGARTEN PROMOTIONS 6pm
Contact Info.: Principal Susan Engdall
Phone: 602-257-4069
Email: [email protected]
MAY 20TH
TALENT SHOW/ENCHILADA DINNER/RAFFLE BASKET NIGHT
MAY 23RD
MIDDLE SCHOOL and 8TH GRADE PROMOTIONS 6pm
MAY 24TH - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
MAY 25TH – AUGUST 2ND
SUMMER BREAK – HAVE FUN. BE SAFE.
SEE YOU AT BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT ON AUGUST 1ST. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS TUESDAY, AUGUST 3RD .
We are the Shaw Stars
OUR SCHOOL’S NAMESAKE
Augustus H. Shaw
1914-1977
“Gus” Shaw received his
degrees in education at
Arizona State College in
Flagstaff (Now NAU). His
educational accomplishments
were numerous: At Carver
High he established & headed
the PE department and was the
Dean of Boys. Under his auspices he formed a
powerful team that won 9 out of 10 games in
1951, was undefeated in 1952 and 1953; with 2 of
his players named All-State, All-American & was
recognized by the Press Box Association for his
outstanding contribution to AZ athletics. When
Carver High closed in 1954, he joined PESD #1
as Principal at Dunbar until 1967, & then
Principal at Bethune until 1977. He is included in
“Who’s Who in Education” 1951-1952 edition.
In addition to being an exceptional Principal, he
served his community selflessly & extensively
by serving on the board or as a member of
numerous civic organizations: The Foundation
for the Blind, Phoenix Urban League, YMCA,
Valley Big Brothers, Jane Wayland Center, Girl
Scouts, AZ Towne Hall, Phoenix Housing
Authority, National & Arizona Educational
Association(s). Besides “Gus” Shaw’s reach &
influence in education he was also noted for his
service during WWII & as the VA Educational
Training Officer.
FOUNDER OF OUR SCHOOL’S
APPROACH
Dr. Maria Montessori
(Maria Tecla Artemesia Montessori)
1870-1952
Dr. Montessori had many
accomplishments just one
being the Montessori
Method. She became the
first female physician in
Italy upon her graduation
from medical school in 1896.
Shortly afterwards, she was
chosen to represent Italy at
two different women's
conferences, in Berlin in 1896 & in London in
1900. In her medical practice, her clinical
observations led her to analyze how children
learn. Her method of education developed,
based upon her scientific observations of
children's almost effortless ability to absorb
knowledge from their surroundings, as well as
their tireless interest in the manipulation of
materials. This simple but profound truth
inspired Montessori's lifelong pursuit of
educational reform, methodology, psychology,
teaching, & teacher training—all based on her
dedication to furthering the self-creating
process of the child. She was nominated for the
Nobel Peace Prize three times—in 1949, 1950,
and 1951. Her passion for education & peace
live on in each child touched by the Montessori
experience.
Show your Shaw Montessori Pride.
Shaw Montessori tee-shirts are now available.
Please contact Ms. Chan to place your order.
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