Hi everyone, we are selling the remaining items from the yard sale on Monday 5/21 from 2:30-4pm. You still have a chance to buy children's clothes, books, toys and some home goods. Please stop by and support Mandi's class and Roatan one last time. Thanks.

 Official 2012/13 Ross School Calendar is Here!
  Click Here

We are pleased to announce that we've met one of two goals in the campaign.

 

Monetary goal: We exceeded the goal of $65,000 with nearly $70,000 in pledges to date!

 

Participation goal: We are still well short of our goal of 100% participation, with only 65% of Ross parents contributing.  We've made terrific progress but in order for this campaign to truly succeed we must have those parents who have yet to contribute join us!  Please take a moment to contribute today!  Even $5 will count as participation towards this goal. Click Here to Make Your Donation Now

We strive for 100% participation because it strengthens our position when we ask for support outside our school community.  When funders see that every family has contributed to the school, no matter the level, they are more likely to support our school.  It demonstrates 100% commitment to the success of our school.

 

In addition, our school needs everyone’s financial support as well as volunteer time and in-kind donations in order to provide the rich educational experience we all want for our children and community.

 

What is that banner of pencils hanging on the outside of the school?

This banner tracks family participation in the Annual Fund by classroom.  There are currently four classes vying for first place:

 

Mr. Dave’s class at 76%

Ms. Christine’s class at 75%

Ms. Wendy’s class at 74%

Ms. Mandi’s class at 73%

 

Our current school-wide family participation is 65% overall. Our goal is to have 100% of our families donate to the Annual Fund before the end of this school year.  

 

Will you consider a gift of $5 or more today?

Click Here to Make Your Donation Now

 

Or mail your gift to:

Mark Ross Montessori Foundation

PO Box 521

Carbondale, CO 81623

Memo: Annual Fund

 

Or drop your gift into the Foundation Folder located on the outside school office door.  Donation envelopes can be obtained in the front office.

 

Thank you to this year’s Annual Fund committee!

Robin Cole, Shelly Sheppick, Megan Cook and Sarah Schlessinger – Chairs

Andrea Waldmann – Ross Foundation Development Director

Roscina Garcia – Class Captain for Spanish Speaking Families 

Class Captains: Gina Betley, Jackie Skoric, Julie Oldham, Robyn Scott, Mark Kavash, Robyn Hubbard, Chris Ziegler, Adrianna Brown, Sara Berry, Kelleigh Condon, Lance Luckett, Lisa Chapman, Lori Ventimiglia, Carolyn Williams, Janis Leasure, Jenny Ayers

Don't forget to preorder your RMS Yearbook. Preordering is the only way you will be able to buy one so don't wait! The deadline is THIS Friday May 5th... Yearbooks are available for $25. Checks should be made out to Ross and given to the front office.

Horsin’ Around

@ Sopris Therapy Services

Hwy 82 & County Rd 100   Carbondale, CO

704-1037

2012 Summer Programs

For Children of All Abilities

Mini Camps (Ages 3-5)  $180 This program will introduce your preschooler to the world of horses. They will learn about horse safety, grooming, & take “pony rides”. We will be working with the mini-horses first, then graduating to the gentle horses used in our therapy programs. We will also be having fun with horse games, stories & crafts. Healthy snacks will be provided.

Session I – Tuesday, June 19 – Friday, June 22 ~ 10:00 – 12:00  Session II – Tuesday, August 21 – Friday, Aug 24 ~ 10:00 – 12:00

Junior Camps    (Ages 6-8) $180 This program teaches your youngster basic horsemanship skills, which include: safety, grooming, learning the parts of the horse & saddle, and riding. We will also be doing arts & crafts, and other activities to help them learn more about horses. Healthy snacks will be provided.

Session I – Tuesday, June 26 – Friday, June 29 ~ 10:00 – 12:00  Session II – Tuesday, Aug 14 – Friday, Aug 17 ~ 10:00 – 12:00

Art with Horses CAMP (Ages 9-12)   $180This program offers ‘tweens a chance to express their artistic side.  We will be drawing, painting & working with mixed media in relation to horses. The kids will learn basic horsemanship skills, which include: safety, grooming, learning the parts of the horse and riding. Healthy snacks will be provided.

Tuesday, July 17 – Friday, July 20 ~ 10:00 – 12:00

Western Riding PROGRAM       (Ages 12+)     $300 For intermediate riders who are proficient in walking & trotting.
During this 3 hour camp, kids will learn Western riding skills, equitation & gymkhana events. Including, fundamentals of barrel racing, keyhole and flag race, along with Western riding skills. Please bring a sack lunch.

Tuesday, July 24 – Friday, July 27 ~ 10:00 – 1:00

·      1 hour Private Lesson - $40 - Mornings·      1 ½ hour Group Lesson - $40 - Afternoons 

We also offer Equine Assisted Therapy (Physical Therapy) for children & adults with challenges & Therapeutic Riding.

Financial aid is available for therapeutic programs.

 

CARBONDALE KIDS' ART SCULPTURE PROJECT

Who: Kids from Kindergarten through High School

This project is a collaborative effort between the Carbondale Clay Center, CCAH and Carbondale Public Arts Commission.

 When: Saturdays at the Carbondale Clay Center

            1:30-4 pm (second class)

Class sizes are 10.  We cannot exceed that!    There will be an instructor there working with the kids on a totem that is displaying all of the Carbondale animals by the kid’s interpretation. 

• Kids will need a water bottle and snack. 
• First come first to participate, based on the low class numbers, but we are attempting to get as many involved as possible!!
• If your child is interested in being a part of this project please emaill Mindy Kaegebein at minkeg@me.com

If you sign up for a date it is very important that you show up or give sufficient notice to Mindy that you will not be able to make it!

This sculpture will be on display for the Carbondale Art Around Town this spring on June 1^st.