November 2021 Annual Campaign Letter
Dear Friends,
As our Mission Statement notes, Montessori Children’s House of Lansing continues to, “strive to foster each child’s ability to work independently, develop a love of learning, and become capable decision-makers. We further pledge to support these attributes as they enhance the quality of life and promote the development of future leaders.” Montessori alumni are universally changing the world for good with skills they developed in their formative years. They are global thinkers - representatives of peace, respect, self-discipline, social justice, inclusion, and innovation. characteristics that are SO needed in the world today.
As we enter the season of gifting and giving, I invite you to consider making a donation to the M.C.H. Endowment Fund. Alumni parents Barb and Chris DeRose created an annual fund twenty-one years ago. Now established as a formal investment fund, the endowment will continue to grow over time through the contributions of donors like you. This fund will protect the long-term financial stability of M.C.H. and ensure the continued nurturance of the positive character traits so recognizable in Montessori alumni.
Dr. Maria Montessori knew the importance of an educational model that valued spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development - the “whole child” approach. Each of these aspects, the parts that make children and adults “whole”, have been and continue to be impacted by the layers of fear, anger, uncertainty, isolation, and loss that have been so prevalent in these past few years. Just last month, the American Academy of Pediatrics declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health. They have stressed the importance of programs that promote healthy children, secure families, and strong communities, principles which are a priority for us at Montessori Children’s House. I know these priorities are important to you too! Please join us in our efforts by making a donation today. Unless specified, 100% of contributions this year will go to build the Endowment fund. We thank you for this investment in the future of the children we serve; they are the collective future for us all.
In closing, I encourage you to do everything in your power to cultivate happiness and wellness - indeed “wholeness” - for yourself, in your family, and to share within your circles of connection. You continue to be present in our fondest memories and have our warm wishes at this season, and always.
Sincerely,
Renee Dvorak, Head of School
