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September 2002 Dear Montlake Elementary School Parents, Guardians, and Students: Welcome to the 2002‚2003 school year!Ý We work together to make Montlake the best possible place to succeed in learning and to enjoy relationships with others. Montlake has a reputation for excellence.Ý We have a creative and dedicated staff, combined with a very supportive and involved community.Ý We believe in teaching your child at his/her most appropriate level of instruction and in the way your child learns best. Our innovations include team teaching, multi-aged core classes, and smaller-size reading and math classes made possible by additional teachers funded by the PTA.ÝÝÝ Montlake is a caring community.Ý We encourage learners to be responsible, respectful citizens.Ý We build on studentsí strengths and successes.Ý We are dedicated to assisting learners to become all that they can be.Ý We care and we let our kids know it! I invite you to get involved with your childís learning.Ý Join us in our active volunteer program.Ý Help your child with their learning by showing an interest in what they learn each day.Ý Encourage him/her with their homework by setting a regular time and place to get it done.Ý Read to your child each day or listen to him/her read. WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT, TO SHARE WITH US OUR EXCITEMENT FOR LEARNING, AND TO CELEBRATE OUR SUCCESSES! Montlake is a great school filled with laughter and excitement for learning.Ý To find out more about our programs and offerings, contact the office or visit our web site at: http://www.seattleschools.org/schools/montlake. Sincerely, Claudia Allan Principal |