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BVM – 3.13.26 Newsletter

March 13, 2026

If you have not yet done so, please fill out the BVM 2026-27 Enrollment Form Sunday, March 15th is the last day to order a 2025-2026 Yearbook. There are only a handful of extras sent each year and those sell out very fast. If your child would like a...

BVM – 3.6.26 Newsletter

March 6, 2026

A message from our new Assistant Principal, Ms. Bri Marcum Dear Bay View Montessori Families, I am thrilled and grateful to join the Bay View Montessori community as your new Assistant Principal. My first week has been wonderful, filled with...

BVM – 2.20.26 Newsletter

February 21, 2026

Stranger Things Dance | Friday, February 27th 6th - 8th grade students are invited to a FREE 6th–8th Grade Dance on Friday, February 27 from 6:30–8:30 PM at Upper Campus. This is a drop-off event, though parents are welcome to stay if they would...

BVM – 2.6.26 Newsletter

February 6, 2026

Reminder: Please do not send Valentine’s cards, candy, or treats to school for Valentine’s Day. Our school celebrates Bring Someone You Love Day in place of traditional Valentine’s exchanges. This helps ensure the day is inclusive and focused on...

BVM – 12.5.25 Newsletter

December 5, 2025

Staff Favorites List Please stop by and look for your child's items in the Lost and Found. All items not claimed by December 19th will be donated. Lost and Found at Lower Campus is located outside of the office. Lost and Found at Upper...

BVM – 11.21.25 Newsletter

November 21, 2025

No school next week: Monday, November 24th - Friday, November 28th. Classes will resume Monday, December 1st. Please take a little time during the break to label your child's winter gear with their first and last name. Back by popular...

BVM – 12.19.25 Newsletter

December 19, 2025 | News

Staff Favorites List

Winter Break: December 22nd through January 2nd – Students are back in school on Monday, January 5th.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, a Happy Hanukkah, a Joyful Kwanzaa, a bright Winter Solstice, a peaceful break and a Happy New Year.

Warm Wishes from Mr. Mark

Dear Families,

As we come to the close of the year, I want to pause and share my gratitude with our entire school community.

As I reflect on my first year as principal, and I am deeply thankful for the warmth, trust, and partnership you have shown me as I’ve stepped into this role. It is a joy to be a part of a community that truly lives its values – respect for each child, curiosity about the world, and care for one another.

At this time of year, families in our community mark many different holidays, traditions, and moments of reflection. However you choose to spend the coming weeks, I hope they bring you time for rest, connection, and joy with those you love.

Thank you for sharing your children with us each day and for being such an important part of our Montessori community. I look forward to the new year ahead and all that we will continue to grow and discover together.

With warm wishes for a peaceful end to the year and a hopeful start to the next,

Mr. Mark Sholta, principal

Report cards were sent home with all students today. Please check your child’s backpack.

Order your yearbook today!

Pre-order a yearbook at https://srphotos.accessmyevent.com/7291YB26

All orders must be placed by March 15, 2026.

Only pre-ordered books are guaranteed.

Yearbooks will be delivered at the end of the school year.

Online is the only way to order a yearbook. Please note that the office only receives a handful of extras and those are usually gone within a day.

Last day to order group class pictures is January 4th.

Order at: https://srphotos.accessmyevent.com/729125

Group pictures will be delivered to the school the week back from winter break.

Calling all creative middle schoolers! (ages 11–14)

Artists Working in Education (AWE) are excited to offer a new Middle School Art Club with after-school and summer options starting in 2026. This exploratory program helps students discover and grow their interests in visual arts by working with a professional artist. Families can apply for one semester or the full year, attending on Thursday nights. Learn more or sign up here: https://www.awe-inc.org/rising-artists-council-1

Primary Book Club

The next meeting of the Primary Book Club will be after the holiday break on Monday, January 5, at 6 p.m. at the Tippecanoe Library.

This month, book club member Becca M. will be reading two books, and they’re fun ones! Thank you, Becca!

Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson

Nanette’s Baguette by Mo Willems

In addition to story time, coloring, and bubbles, the club will have a few new activities:

A yoga break – similar to what some BVM teachers use in their classrooms

A new scavenger hunt inspired by Don’t Trust Fish

Alphabet bingo!

If you have a child in primary and would like to join the book club, please email bvmbookclub@gmail.com

Coming up in 2026

January 13 at 5:45 pm | PTO Meeting

January 17 at 5 pm | Citywide Montessori Middle School Dance hosted by MacDowell Montessori

January 21 at 5 pm | SEC Meeting

January 23 at 5 pm | 2nd Annual Family Game Night hosted by Gamers Unplugged

February 13 | Bring Someone You Love Day

February 27 | Winter Dance for 6th to 8th graders

February 28 | WSMA Solo & Ensemble Festival

March 4 | Early Dismissal Day

March 16 & 18 | Parent Teacher Conferences

March 30 – April 3 | Spring Break

April 15 | Early Dismissal Day

April 22 | District Community Meeting at BVM

April 25 | Arts and Crafts Day

May 2 | Decades Themed Adults Only Event

May 14 | Spring Strings, Orchestra and Band Concert

May 27 | Spring Showcase

June 11 | K5 Moving Up Melody Concert

June 11 | 8th Grade Completion

June 15 | Last Day of School

Overnight Fieldtrips

April 13 – 17 | NCI – Ms. Jen and Mr. Tomter’s Classes

April 20 – 25 | NCI – Ms. Emma and Mr. Bryan’s Classes

April 15 – 17 | Upham Woods – Ms. Cathy and Ms. Jamie’s Classes

April 22 & 23 | Camp Minikani – 3rd grade students

Student Lead Community Support Projects

Toys for Tots

Dear Families,

We are writing to inform you that the Toys for Tots donation program from room 25 was very successful. We collected 119 donations, which will greatly help families in need. We truly appreciate your generosity and support! Your donations helped bring joy to many families and will make a meaningful difference for their children. Thank you for supporting this important cause.

Thank you very much!

-Coraline, Eva, Jay, Conner

Reminders

Meal Train for Kevin and Libby Gier
Spotfund for BVM Family
During School Volunteer Opportunities: BVM Volunteer Sign Up

Box Tops for Education: Use our referral link and BVM will earn an extra $10 after your first valid receipt!
- https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=W5UF1FKR&school_id=9671839
  Referral Code: W5UF1FKR
Families can now order BVM athletic gear directly online at: BVM Sports Swag Store

All orders are placed and paid for through the website (no cash/checks). $1 from every item sold back to BVM Sports!