Parents' Section

Scheduled days and times may change.    

August 26, Wednesday: Open House: Student Visits 11:00 am-Noon

August 27, Thursday: Full Day students begin/phase-in schedule for new full day children: 8/27-28 

August 31, Monday: Half Day/School Day students begin regular Schedule/ phase-in schedule for new half and school-day children: 8/31-9/1 

Sep. 7, Monday: School Closed: Labor Day

Sep. 14. Monday :  Parent Education Series, Part I (Overview of Child Development, Montessori Philosophy and Demonstration of Materials I)

Sep. 21. Monday:    Parent Education Series, Part II: (Child Development, Montessori Philosophy and Demonstration of Materials II) 

Sep. 26. Saturday: Adjustment Conference- New Children 

2026-2027

Dayspring Montessori School Events

Scheduled days and times may change.                  

September 14th – Parent Education Series: Part I

Informational session for parents, covering the following topics: Overview of Child Development, Montessori Philosophy, and Demonstration of Materials I.

September 21st – Parent Education Series: Part II

Second informational session for parents, covering the following topics: Child Development, Montessori Philosophy, and Demonstration of Materials II.

September 26th  – Adjustment Conferences

Conferences will be held for parents and teachers of new students to discuss their adjustment to the new environment.

October 29th  – Vision & Hearing Screening

Illinois DCFS requires all children ages 3+ to receive a vision & hearing screening.

October 30th – School Pictures

     Capture your child’s early school years with their friends and teachers.

January 22nd  – Mid-Year Parent/Teacher Conferences

Learn about your child’s progress throughout the first 5 months of school, and discuss development goals for the rest of the school year.

February 19th – Parents’ Night

Do you wonder what your child does during work time? Come to Parents’ Night, and your child will show you what they are currently learning.

April 30th  – Spring Sing

Enjoy an afternoon of delightful entertainment as all the students take part in a musical performance, to be followed by light snacks and beverages (supplied by parents).

May 14th – Dayspring Olympic Competition

Let the games begin!  Cheer on our student athletes as they undertake amazing challenges where energy and enthusiasm win every time.  There will be awards for all.

May 15th – Year-End Parent/Teacher Conferences

Discuss your child’s progress throughout the year, as well as goals for next year. (Ages 5+)

May 18th – Family Potluck Picnic

Reflect on a wonderfully fun and educational year as the students prepare for a spectacular summer.  All family, friends, and relatives are invited!

June 7th – Dayspring Summer Camp 2026 Begins

        10 Week Summer Camp: June 7. Monday- August 13. Friday 

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