New Message from Michele:
Calendar:
Nov 18: Montessori Up Close: Partnering with You to Raise Lifelong Learners, 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m., see below
Nov 18: School photo retakes, see below
Nov 25: Nido, YCC, Primary Harvest Feasts in classrooms
Nov 25: Elementary & Junior High Harvest Feast/Stone Soup in the Barn
Nov 25: Junior High Only Early Dismissal, 12:30 p.m. (after Harvest Feast) from Long Lake Campus
Nov 26-28: No School, Thanksgiving Break
Dec 3: CHiPA meeting, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., in the Community Room or via Zoom, details here
Dec 4: JH Showcase & Open House, for parents of Upper El students
Dec 11: Junior High Only, Early Dismissal, 12:00 p.m.
In The Know:
New! School Photo Retakes, November 18
Pictures will be taken of any student who was absent on picture day in October. Families who were not happy with their first photo can have it retaken. However, the original packet needs to be returned on retake day to have the new photo printed. Any special instructions need to be attached to the outside of the photo packet. Parents will not have to pay for a retake if they have already placed an order. Orders using the school code (9825) are only processed twice during the school year: once after the original date and again after retakes. These packages are delivered to the school and include school pricing. You can order packages through Timeless Image Inc.
New! Horizon Books Day Thank You
Last weekend’s book fair at Horizon Books was a huge success! Thank you to our volunteers who supported this event with their time. We cannot put on events like this without you. Thank you to our faculty for picking out beautiful books that will be enjoyed by learners for years to come. Thank you to our families and community for supporting our school by shopping at Horizon Books and in Downtown TC for Shop Your Community. It was a beautiful day filled with community and giving.
Montessori Up Close: Partnering with You to Raise Lifelong Learners, Tuesday, November 18, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Children's House
This is the event you should attend! During this school-wide social event, you will experience interactive, small-group presentations led by our entire faculty. Appetizers and beverages will be provided; however, childcare will not be available. When you attend, you’ll be entered to win the “Premo Parking Spot” for the Seasonal Sing and Dance of the Cosmos! Attendance is limited to 48. Sign up today! (If you signed up previously and are unable to attend, please let Renee know. We are keeping a waitlist.)
New! Kids Night Out! Friday, November 21, 6 - 8:15 in the school gym
Compass Junior High 7th & 8th Grade Rome Club is raising money for their trip to Rome for the 2025 Montessori Model United Nations! Join friends for a showing of Ratatouille, pizza, popcorn and fun! Suggested Donation: $15 a person, $12 siblings (Cash or Venmo)
Who’s invited: Children’s House students, grades K-8. Parents can attend or just drop their kids off and pick up when it's over. What to bring: Bring a blanket and/or pillow for the viewing of the movie, plus your drink. RSVP Here so we know how much pizza to order!
New! Coffee with Trisha Recap
This week, parents came together for a meaningful discussion on unconditional parenting. Together, we explored what it means to truly accept and support our children—not only when they meet expectations, but especially when they struggle or make mistakes. The conversation also touched on the importance of parental self-awareness and self-compassion; a reminder that parenting is not about perfection, but about presence—showing up with patience, curiosity, and love, even in difficult moments. Save the Date for December 17, we will be discussing emotional well-being and mental health of children, parenting, and supporting your child and yourself during the holidays! This was a popular topic last year; we hope to see you there!
Student Council Sock Drive, November 3-21
From the 3rd through the 20th of November, the Children’s House is having an annual sock drive. We are hoping to get donations to the school so we can send the socks to a charity that will help kids in need get socks for the coming winter months. We would deeply appreciate if you would consider donating socks to the charity. The Children’s House Student Council has committed to supporting this effort by donating thick cotton crew socks for infants (5-13 shoe size) and youth (1-7 shoe size). Your child may deliver socks to the basket at the Front Desk.
- Charlotte, Evie, Avery H, Leland, Andrew, Ayla, Sophie, and Avery S.
Support The Children’s House!
Help us reach $275,000 for our Bright Futures Fund. Every gift and every gathering makes us stronger; join us in shaping bright futures for our students. Have you checked if your company matches charitable gifts? It’s an easy way to increase your impact!
Mind Up Take Home Lesson
Students K-6 receive MindUP lessons each Monday. Our learners are having fun learning about their brains and how they work. MindUP take home lessons are available to families on this Google Document. It will be updated weekly with new lessons and will always be accessible on our Learning Resources page.
Blog:
Growing Together
By Megan Fellows
When I think about The Children’s House, one simple truth comes to mind: this place is me. I was a Montessori child. Like so many of our students, I had the freedom to move, to ask questions, and to explore things deeply without someone rushing me to the “right” answer. That early experience shaped me in ways I didn’t fully understand until much later. Continue Reading...
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New! Detroit Trip Summary
By Compass Junior High Students
Our journey to Detroit started bright and early. As we drove our school vans into the city, we made memories that will last a lifetime. When we finally arrived after the vigorous drive, we headed straight to the DIA. We got to take in meaningful art and creations while reflecting on the pieces we loved. Continue Reading...
Extracurriculars:
New! Junior High Robotics
Robotics for Junior High will begin at the end of January! Registration will open in December and close on January 7. Stay tuned for more details.
Athletics Survey
Survey Goal: To better understand parents’ current perceptions, pain points, and communication preferences around the school’s elementary athletics program — in order to inform a future-state strategy that improves clarity and engagement.
Take the Survey
Community Bulletin:
Welcome to the Community Bulletin! This is your space to share activities, events, and extracurriculars that your family is involved in outside of school. To submit a message for the bulletin, email Arielle@traversechildrenshouse.org.
- Kids Night Out! Friday, Nov 21, 6 - 8:15 in the school gym, learn more
- Kathryn Burke, TCH parent, is raising money for her hometown community in Jamaica that was recently devastated by a Category 5 hurricane. learn more
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