Weekly Update to Families

Goodwater Families,

We had another fantastic week, and I want to extend a big thank you to everyone for ensuring our students are getting to school consistently. Remember, getting our students to school each and every day is key to their academic success. When students are at school, they’re on the path to learning and growth. Thank you for all that you do to ensure that your child is at school daily.

Recently, our students completed the beginning of the year Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessments. We will be sending out the results along with an explanation of what their scores mean. You can expect to receive your child’s report by the end of the day on September 20th. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s guide.

Additionally, I want to inform you about the progress monitoring process our teachers will be implementing this year. You can find more details about this process through this link.. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

We are fortunate to have a guide and an assistant in our classrooms most of the day, and this week they underwent training by SustainEd in Eureka Fluency lessons. This training will undoubtedly enhance the learning experience for our students.

A special shout-out to Rachel Wicker! With National IT Professional Day approaching next Thursday, I’d like to take a moment to recognize Rachel’s invaluable contributions to our campus. We are truly blessed to have her on our team. Rachel, we see you and we deeply appreciate all that you do.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community.

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Beverly

Families,

Please access this link here to find out the favorite things of the amazing staff at Goodwater. Thank you in advance for being so kind to our staff.💖

Hello everyone!

I'm Teacher Alex, and I’m thrilled to be starting my second year of teaching here at Goodwater! Let me share a few fun facts about me:

- I was born in Garland, Texas, but I’ve lived all over the state.

- I have a pitbull mix, a chiweenie, and some fish, but I’m a fan of all animals!

- In my free time, you’ll find me watching TV, listening to music, or hanging out at places like Zilker Park, Barton Springs, or the dog park.

Here are some of my favorites:

- Color: Forest Green

- Candy: Reese's and Kinder

- Band/Artist: Right now, I’m really into Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter

- Movie: Any Zoo’s Romcom

- TV Show: Schitt's Creek and Parks and Rec

- Drink: Iced Vanilla Latte and Cherry Vanilla Coke

- Scent: Brown Sugar/Vanilla

- Subject: English

I’m looking forward to a fantastic year at Goodwater and getting to know all of you!

🎬 Movie Night at Goodwater! 🎬

Join us on October 18th, 2024, from 6pm to 8pm for a fun-filled Movie Night at Goodwater!

🚗 Entry Fee: $5.00 per car 🎟️ Concessions: Pizza, popcorn, snow cones, and more (Tickets will be used for purchases)

What to Bring: Lawn chairs, blankets, and anything comfy to enjoy the evening.

For the Little Ones: We’ll have a special area for those who might not want to watch the movie.

Help Us Choose the Movie! Cast your vote for the movie we’ll screen that night:

• Minions 2
• Inside Out 2

Vote Here: [ Link]

We’re excited for this opportunity for our community to come together. If you’d like to help with the event or have any questions, please reach out to Mr. and Mrs. Jimenez at jimenez3844@gmail.com.

Let’s make this a night to remember!

Go Dolphins!

All monies raised will go towards our teacher retention fund.

We wanted to share a great way to maximize the impact of your donations to our school! Many employers offer matching gift or grant programs, where they will match your charitable contributions dollar for dollar.

By signing up for your company's matching gift program, your future donations could go twice as far. For example, if you donate $25, your employer could match that amount, turning your $25 into $50 for our school!

We encourage you to check with your HR department or employer's benefits portal to see if this option is available. It’s an easy way to make a big difference, and it only takes a few minutes to sign up. You can click the link below to check an alphabetical list of employers who participate in the matching program.

Thank you for your continued support in making our school a great place for our children to learn and grow.

Here is the list of participating employees in alphabetical order.

If you are someone who would love to lead art sessions at Goodwater; please reach out to beverly.al-tabatabaie@goodwatermontessori.org. We think that this would be a great opportunity for our students. Please reach out for additional information.

We also have opportunities for Chess, Checkers, Cheerleading volunteers.

Community,

Please ensure that all students are securely buckled up in your vehicle when arriving at school and when leaving the campus. Additionally, remember that the speed limit on campus is 10 mph.

Your cooperation is crucial in keeping our students safe.

Thank you.

We need your help! We are in need of substitute teachers for the 24-25 school year. Please go to our website and complete an application to be a guest guide.

We appreciate your help!

Setting up a one-time or recurring online donation is the best way to support Goodwater Montessori. Charter schools in Texas receive significantly less funding than public schools. For more information on these topics, see how we are funded and the different giving options available for families to support our school.

Click on the link below if you would like to make a donation:

https://goodwatermontessori.org/donations/donation-form/

We are currently organizing a fundraiser to support our teachers, and as part of these efforts, we’re designing custom t-shirts that our students, staff, and supporters will proudly wear.

We’d be thrilled to feature your business as a sponsor on these t-shirts. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to education and the local community while gaining valuable visibility for your brand. The shirts will be worn by approximately 320 Students and 50 staff individuals, offering significant exposure for your business.

Your sponsorship will directly contribute to our teacher retention fund, and as a token of our appreciation, we’ll proudly display your logo on the shirts.

We believe this partnership would be mutually beneficial, and we’re excited about working together. Please let us know if you’re interested in supporting our school and making a meaningful impact on our students.

Thank you for considering this opportunity.

Please reach out to Ms. Beverly at beverly.al-tabatabaie@goodwatermontessori.org if you would like to be a sponsor.

Grace and Courtesy in Montessori education refers to the social skills and behaviors that help children navigate social interactions with kindness, respect, and confidence. It is a fundamental aspect of Montessori education, introduced from an early age to support harmonious classroom environments and foster a sense of community. The development of grace and courtesy will serve as a foundation for social development, self-control, and awareness, and a foundation for future learning. Grace and courtesy lessons in Montessori education form a core component of helping children grow into kind, respectful, and socially capable individuals. These lessons are integrated into daily life, creating a peaceful and cooperative classroom culture.

September 16 - October 15

• Hispanic Heritage Month

September 19, 2024

• National IT Professional Day - celebrate Rachel

September 23, 2024

• Professional Development Day All Staff - no students

September 24, 2024

• Board Meeting

Friday, September 27, 2024

• End of 6 weeks

Friday, October 18, 2024

• Movie Night 6pm - 8 pm

October 23 - October 31

• Red Ribbon Week

October 25

• Red Ribbon Pep Rally

Friday, November 1, 2024

• Fall Festival/Riddle Day

September 16 - October 15

• Hispanic Heritage Month

Goodwater Montessori Charter School

Website: www.goodwatermontessori.org
Location: 710 Stadium Dr, Georgetown, TX, USA
Phone: (512) 931-3560