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Two of the many Bluffview Montessori Students demonstrating virtuous behavior this week:

Kiyen McCullough is a 3rd grade student of Ms. Mariah’s E1C classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of determination when he worked with focus and purpose in the library.  Kiyen’s favorite work in the classroom is times math facts, and he loves Bluffview because of the works.  Kiyen’s favorite activities outside of school are playing football and soccer with his dad.  Kiyen is the son of Clinton & Jena McCullough.

Daniel Poehler is a 4th grade student of Ms. Amy’s E2C classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of helpfulness when he straightened music books that had been stacked sloppily by others without being asked.  Daniel’s favorite subject in the classroom is science and his favorite work is test tubes, and he loves Bluffview because of the works.  Daniel’s favorite activities outside of school are playing video games and biking.  Daniel is the son of Daniel & Jocylyn Poehler.

Our organization is proud to be participating in the Annual 10 Days of Giving food drive this year, coordinated by Merchants Bank. The 10 Days of Giving benefits Winona Volunteer Services and works to make sure no one in Winona County goes hungry each winter.

There are many opportunities to support the food drive between December 1-10. We hope you’ll consider contributing, as you are able, by: 

• Dropping off food donations in the barrels located inside the entry way at Bluffview.
• Making a donation directly to Winona Volunteer Services online at https://www.winonavs.org/.
• Attending one of the 10 Days of Giving special events; including a Fish Fry Dinner, Kick Off Lunch and Pack the Bus. Find more details here: https://www.merchantsbank.com/10daysofgiving.

On behalf of Bluffview Montessori School and the 10 Days of Giving committee, thank you for your generosity during the holiday season.

Two of the many Bluffview Montessori Students demonstrating virtuous behavior this week:

Ruby Wangberg is a 2nd grade student of Ms.Kiersten’s E1B classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of self-discipline when she worked every day practicing her spelling words and took them home to practice more.  Ruby’s favorite works in the classroom are creative maps and skip counting, and she loves Bluffview because of the staff.  Ruby’s favorite activity outside of school is playing with her sister.  Ruby is the daughter of Aaron & Robyn Wangberg.

Phineas (Finn) Van Fossen is an 8th grade student of the Erdkinder classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of courage when he presented a bill in front of the senate at Model Legislature.  Finn’s favorite subject in the classroom is math, and he loves Bluffview because of the people.  Finn’s favorite activity outside of school is running.  Finn is the son of Jeff & Marcy Van Fossen.

Square1Art order forms went home last week (unless they were turned in late).  For those of you unfamiliar with Square1Art, it is a chance to order your child’s art work on various products, such as mugs, pencil cases, tote bags, magnets, etc.  Orders are due Monday, November 28th.

Two of the many Bluffview Montessori Students demonstrating virtuous behavior this week:

Olivia Keller is a Kindergarten student of Ms. Megan’s CH2 classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of leadership when she invited another student to help her set up the 1000 chain, and coached him on how to do it “nicely”.  Olivia’s favorite work in the classroom is the 100 board, and she loves playing on the playground at Bluffview.  Olivia’s favorite activity outside of school is painting.  Olivia is the daughter of Katie & Scott Keller.

Everett Kohn is a 1st grade student of Ms. Kiersten’s classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of self-discipline when he tries to do his required work independently every day. He does a great job and is willing to ask for help from a peer if he needs it.  Everett’s favorite work in the classroom is the bring me game (a work that uses golden beads to build numbers), and he loves Bluffview because of the works.  Everett’s favorite activity outside of school is walking around the block.  Everett is the son of Liberty Kohn & Erica Thibodeaux.

Two of the many Bluffview Montessori Students demonstrating virtuous behavior this week:

Afton Burda is a 5th grade student of Ms. Kaitlyn’s E2B classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of helpfulness when he put away folding chairs in the lunch room without being asked.  Afton’s favorite subject in the classroom is math, and he loves Bluffview because he doesn’t need to sit in a chair all the time and there are activities to do.  Afton’s favorite activity outside of school is playing the switch.  Afton is the son of Craig & Kira Burda.

Creedence Charles is a 4th grade student of Ms. Kaitlyn’s classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtue of diligence when he completed 3 follow ups and started on his 4th.  Creedence’s favorite subject in the classroom is math, and he loves Bluffview because it is a Montessori school and there are no desks.  Creedence’s favorite activities outside of school are playing the switch and looking at pokemon cards.  Creedence is the son of Jeremy & Jylian Charles.

Two of the many Bluffview Montessori Students demonstrating virtuous behavior this week:

Myer Omdal is a 1st grade student of Ms. Kiersten’s E1B classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtues of service and orderliness when he tidied up the classroom library.  Myer’s favorite work in the classroom is “Have To’s”, and he loves Bluffview because of recess.  Myer’s favorite activity outside of school is going to the Wisconsin Dells.  Myer is the son of Christy & Paul Omdal.

Brandon Knutson is a 7th grade student of the Erdkinder classroom who was recognized this week for displaying the virtues of helpfulness and reliability when he helped clean up the math area.  Brandon’s favorite subject in the classroom is social world, and he loves Bluffview because there isn’t too much homework.  Brandon’s favorite activity outside of school is playing soccer.  Brandon is the son of Brian & Renee Knutson.