Dear Parents/Guardians,
It is with a deep sense of pride and an inordinate feeling of jubilation that we commence this academic year (2014/2015). This year, the School will celebrate its fiftieth (50th) anniversary and as members of the school family, everyone is expected to participate fully in the many organised activities to mark this significant milestone. The theme, “Recall, Reclaim, Rejoice!” will be used as the celebratory axle as we recognize the many triumphs that we have recorded as an institution. We welcome everyone to what we know will be a very fulfilling and exciting year, and we trust that we will be able to give thanks together as we acknowledge the goodness of God on our beloved institution.
As we prepare for another school year, we would like to take the opportunity to welcome both new and returning members of the Mona Prep. Community. We wish to welcome Mr. Matthew Sinclair (Grade 5 Class Teacher for Term 1), Ms. Taneisha Malcolm (Grade 4 Class Teacher), Ms. Renee Campbell (Grade 4 Assistant Class Teacher), Mrs. Sydonique McLeod-Johnson (Kindergarten 1 Assistant Teacher for Term 1), Mrs. Carlene Flash-Forbes (Kindergarten 2 Assistant Teacher for Term 1), Ms. Phelica Morgan (Grade 2 Assistant Teacher for Term 1) and Ricardo Tracey (Science & S.T.E.M Teacher) who have joined the Academic Staff. Teachers on vacation leave for Term 1 are Mr. Nero Christian (Grade 5 Class Teacher), Mrs. Diahan Holbrooke-Yap (Grade 2 Class Teacher), Mrs. Janet Whyte (Kindergarten 2 Assistant Teacher), Ms. Susan Johnson (Kindergarten 1 Assistant Teacher) and Ms. Denese Forbes (Teacher of Computer). We hope they have a wonderful vacation and we look forward to their return in January, 2015.
Some members of Team Mona will no longer be a part of the Academic Staff (namely: Ms. Rosanee Palmer - Kindergarten 3 Class Teacher and Mrs. Jean Mullings – 6A Class Teacher). We thank them for their service and trust that God will richly bless them in their future endeavours.
Kindly note the following:
price adjustments on cafeteria items
Price adjustments will be communicated timely. Everyone is urged to visit the cafeteria to note the pending price increases before they take effect. A list will be posted in the canteen to communicate same during week two of the Christmas Term, 2014. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to pay for cooked meals at the beginning of each week.
50th anniversary and welcome church service
Our 50th Anniversary and Welcome Church Service will be held at the Hope United Church on Sunday, September 21, 2014 commencing at 8:30 a.m. The students are expected to wear their school uniforms and it is our hope that everyone will find it possible to be in attendance as our children will be fully engaged in the 50th Anniversary Church Service.
grade six g.s.a.t. classes
G.S.A.T classes for our Grade Six pupils are set to begin on Monday, September 8, 2014. Parents/Guardians are reminded that the classes (for grade 6 students) will end at 4:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Additional information will be disseminated at the Parents’ Seminar on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at 7:30 a.m.
grade level meetings/ back to school nights-out
Our Grade Level Meetings/ Back to School Nights Out will be held on Tuesday, September 9 for Kindergarten to Grade 3 and Tuesday, September 16 for Grades 4 to 6.
extracurricular activities
All extracurricular activities will commence the week of September 8 to 12, 2014.
the choir
The School Choir meets on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Music Room. The Rehearsal time is 7:00 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. The choir accepts pupils from K3 to Grade Six; however, acceptance is via an audition.
AFTER CARE
After Care services will commence on Wednesday, September 3, 2014.The cost of the service is $500 per day. However, parents/guardians have the option of making payments for the week or month. The weekly cost is $2000 and the monthly cost is $8000. All payments should be made at the Bursar’s Office prior to the start of each week.
pick-up
Parents/guardians are encouraged to make prompt pick-ups daily. Please note that there is no supervision for your child/ward after 3:00 p.m. Parents/guardians should note the pick-up times for students who are engaged in extra-curricular activities which may require them to remain at school beyond 3:00 p.m.
PHOTO SESSION
On Friday, September 5, 2014, a photo session will be done for students in the activities for the anniversary supplement. Kindly speak with the extra-curricular activities teachers for more information.
COMPUTER CLASSES
Computer classes will be suspended for the Christmas Term (2014). During this period, the students will be engaged in Concept Building exercises and Marathon sessions.
ATTACHMENTS
Attached to this letter you will find:
Kindly note that the data form must be completed for each student. For new and returning students who are not on the text messaging and emailing system, these forms are crucial to the process in assisting us to update and maintain relevant personal contact details which will allow for the receiving of vital information from the school.
It is certainly my wish that we will have a wonderful and rewarding year as we work together to promote the best interest of our children.
Yours faithfully,
MONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Carol Blanchard (Ms.)
Principal