I can't believe it is almost 2011. To me 2011 means I head back to work. I have decided to return to work part time (35 hours a week which in the Public Accounting world means 75%). By working 35 hours a week I am able to keep 100% of my benefits and I don't have to work 55+ hours a week during January - April.
You are all probably wondering what the plan is for the kiddos when I return to work. I realized a few weeks ago that it is still really tough for one person to watch both of the kids by themselves for an extended period of time (more than 3 to 4 hours).
We have decided to do a combination of child care and at home care (aka Nonie, Mommy and Daddy watching the kiddos at home). For child care, Pennington is going to attend Montessori Home twice a week.
Below is some information about the Montessori Home.
The website is http://montessorihome.net.
Montessori Home provides a loving Montessori Toddler Community for ages 13-36 months. They try to keep a 1:5 teacher/toddler ratio during active times; which allows them to spend time with each child individually, as well as in the group.
The toddler years are the time when each individual lays the foundation of their future social, spiritual, and intellectual development. As Montessori put it "the child makes the man" he will become.
Montessori Home strives to provide the "perfect place for toddlers" while parents take care of necessary business, or just take "a breather". At Montessori Home the toddlers are well cared for, with healthy food, having fun with friends, and learning. Their time at "school" is valuable and stimulating, a time for exploration and discovery.
The school follows Montessori's methods of Education for Peace, "teaching" respect for self and others; activities exercise toddler's skills of cooperation and collaboration. All leading to development of high self esteem in every member of the community.
Two of the children that went to Music Together and one child that goes to Little Gym with us are at Montessori Home. All of the parents had wonderful things to say about the school. We are super excited for Pennington to start school the first part of January. Stay tuned for pictures and stories of Pennington at school.
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