September Newsletter
August Recap
The month of August was a whirlwind of activity at Gaowa Montessori School. The children enjoyed a variety of summer-themed activities, from crafting colorful kites to cooking delicious chicken tacos.
In the primary program, the students delved into the world of the Summer Olympics, creating unique artworks inspired by the games. They also conducted fascinating experiments, like building miniature volcanoes, and explored the world of music by playing various instruments. Additionally, they developed their athletic skills by learning how to play soccer and expanded their vocabulary in Spanish.
Meanwhile, in the toddler program, our youngest students embarked on an underwater adventure. They engaged in hands-on activities related to deep sea creatures, sparking their curiosity and imagination.
Finally, we ended the summer season with a bang by hosting our Open House Festival. With sea creatures and reptiles to discover, the children from our communities had so much fun. They were able to cool off with yummy shaved ice and fill their bellies with delicious sandwiches. Thank you to all who were able to come and join in on the fun. We loved seeing our alumni families and sharing the joy with new and current families.
Please take a moment to reminisce with our adorable pictures.
Primary Summer Workshops
Toddler Summer Fun
Summer Open House Festival
August Birthdays
September Events
Hooray for making it through the summer! Let’s begin the new academic school year with a fresh start and an eagerness to learn.
Our dedicated teachers have been working hard to make another spectacular school year, full of enriching learning experiences and environments.
More specifically, September marks National Courtesy Month where our school will be emphasizing the Montessori grace and courtesy lessons. These lessons teach our children how to interact with others in a demure, considerate, and mindful manner. We hope that these lessons will trickle into your home environments and we would love to hear stories if it so happens.
For a summary of our planned events, please take a look on the following page.
School Events & Closures
Labor Day
Gaowa Montessori School will be closed on Monday, September 2nd to celebrate Labor Day:
"Labor Day marks the day in 1894 when Congress declared the first Monday in September a national holiday to honor the nation's workers and their contributions to the well-being of the country."
First Day of School
Happy first day of school! Let's start this day right by having all of our students show up on time, no later by 8:30AM. The teachers are eager to get the morning circle done and introduce what's in store for this month 🤩
Friendly Reminders & Notices
Gaowa Family - Community Board
Innovative Hair Tools
ENZO Milano is a family owned hair tool company offering custom curling iron kits, flat irons, and blowdryers.
Their newest line is available on their website and if you use Gaowa100, you will be able to take off $100 for any first time purchases!
Any questions can be sent to shea@enzomilano.com
Dr. Brett
Dr. Brett Patterson is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 25 years of experience working with adults, families, and children. In addition to seeing clients through his Orange County based private practice (Dr.Brett.Net), he is also the founder of the Behavior Compass Academy, an online behavior support resource helping frustrated parents understand and manage challenging behaviors.
For those interested in his services, here is his contact information:
Brett L. Patterson, Ph.D.
1000 Quail Street
Suite #175
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: (949) 945-7356
Email: drbrettlpatterson@gmail.com
EVER
Jessica is proud to share with you all this revolutionary clinical skincare line for women 35+ years! This brand addresses signs of aging related to hormonal change that happen during perimenopause. Use code Welcome20 for 20% off your first order!
EVER also has an ambassador program where people can earn money when they share the brand with friends and family. The program is free to join and ambassadors will earn 10%-20% of commission on any purchases that are made using their ambassador link/code. It's an easy way for moms to make a side hustle and get their own skincare for free just for sharing things you actually like!
lil gremmies
Jessica and Dustin Norman would also love to introduce to our Gaowa Families their little kids pajama brand! They are offering a 25% off their first gremmies order using code Gaowa25.
Commissioned Artwork/Kids Murals
We have a very talented artist in our Gaowa Community, Amanda!
Amanda is an artist who can also paint kids murals. She can do a whole wall for $800 which can take about 10 hours to complete as well as smaller projects at a different price depending on the design and size. With her bachelor's in fine arts, she can paint anything!
Here is her contact information:
Email Address: amanda.tiaskun@outlook.com
Instagram:
@Amanda_Neko_Art
Farmgirl Candles
Farmgirl Candles belong to the lovely Shelby and she wants to help make your life a little more fragrant!
These candles are hand-crafted, all natural 100% soy based, poured in small batches. She has a range of aesthetics to fit any space. The candle scents are now offered as car diffusers so you can bring them with you on adventures!
The travel tins and diffusers make for a really great party favor! Shelby can also customize the labels to whatever you need (weddings, showers, birthdays, and more).
Shelby is happy to provide wholesale prices for any business looking for resale too!
Lam Pharmacy
In need of a new pharmacy? Look no further, because Lam Pharmacy is the perfect one for you! Our beloved Tram and her team would love to welcome new patients!
This community retail pharmacy is located in the city of Garden Grove, providing services to the patients of Orange County and nearby areas. They are also providing FREE delivery within 5 miles of the pharmacy!
Family Fun Events
Baby, Toddler and Kids Pop-Up Market
Date & Time: September 21 | 1-5PM
Location: 1027 N Harbor Blvd Fullerton
Price: General Admission: $7.18 | Vendor: $44.52
Information: Welcome to the ultimate family-friendly event designed to cater to the needs and whims of babies, toddlers, and kids! Our Baby, Toddler, and Kids Pop-Up Market Extravaganza is a one-stop destination for parents and children alike, offering a day filled with fun, shopping, entertainment, and valuable resources.
Movies & Moonlight at 2nd & PCH
Date & Time: September 13 | 6-9PM
Location: 2ND & PCH | 6400 Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach
Price: Free
Information: Join us for a night of outdoor movies, under the moonlight at 2ND & PCH!
Westminster Fall Festival
Date & Time: September 26-29 | Various times
Location: Westminster Civic Center Sunken Gardens | 8200 Westminster BLVD Westminster
Price: Free
Information: We are pleased to announce that Westminster's Fall Festival will be returning for its 3rd year in a row! We hope to see you all again for another weekend of family fun, including delicious food, a lively beer garden, exciting live entertainment, and carnival rides! This year's Fall Festival will feature an additional night of fun! Join us on Thursday, September 26th for a special preview night!
