"All children are by nature antifragile. Just as the immune system must be exposed to germs, and trees must be exposed to wind, children require exposure to setbacks, failures, shocks, and stumbles in order to develop strength and self-reliance." Jonathan Haidt,
The Anxious Generation, p. 93
Discover mode encourages kids to explore, take some risks, and learn about themselves. Children gain confidence and resilience by facing challenges, problem solving, and perhaps even overcoming.
In last week's parent discussion of The Anxious Generation, it was pointed out that "discover mode" also applies to intellectual and social-emotional learning. Conflict and learning to resolve it, a science experiment failure, getting the wrong answer for a math equation and trying it again - all of these are learning and growth experiences!
SHOUT OUT TO OUR AMAZING SUPPORT STAFF!
Staff Updates:
Congrats to Andy Ramirez, Children's House Afterschool Assistant, whose son Nicholas was born October 2nd. Harmoni Anderson, our Afterschool Coordinator, is filing in while Andy is on family leave until January.
Welcome to Leslie Brady, who has joined our Elementary team as Level Assistant. Leslie previously taught at Taylor ISD and also worked at TEA for a time before becoming a CMS parent and now staff member.
CMS Calendar
- Oct. 16th - Anxious Generation Part 2, 12-1
- Oct. 18th - Nova Parents Night Out
- Oct. 26th - International Festival, 10am to 12noon
- Nov. 1st - Conference Day (No School)
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Fall is coming! Get your cool weather Spirit Wear HERE.
The mission of Community Montessori School is to provide authentic Montessori education
in a nature-rich environment that cultivates collaboration, curiosity,
love of learning, and respect for oneself, others, and the world.
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