Consistent attendance is important for every student's success. Colorado passed a policy clarifying attendance rules for public schools that went into effect during the 2009-10 school year. Please click here to read Free Horizon Montessori's attendance policy overview. Refer to the current Student and Parent Handbook for additional information regarding attendance. Please note that the Pre-Arranged Absence Form should be submitted to your child's teacher at least three days but no more than one month prior to the planned absence.
Eating nutritous meals and snacks helps children learn. We've compiled a cookbook of sorts with easy recipes and ideas for healthy lunch and snack items. This is a work in progress, so feel free to send additional healthy recipes to
Click here for the current recipe compilation.
Above & Beyond After School Enrichment Program:
About Our Above & Beyond After School Enrichment Program
Above & Beyond After School Enrichment Programs at Free Horizon Montessori provide an opportunity for local programs, artists, and teachers to provide students with expanded opportunities for growth and personal development. All classes incorporate the basic tenets of Montessori philosophy: the creation of a safe, respectful atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore and grow at their own pace.
Above & Beyond After School Enrichment Programs operate separately from Free Horizon Montessori, and participation in them is optional. Please note that age guidelines and pricing structures are firm. All inquiries regarding program content, registration, etc., should be directed to to the program contact as listed on the registration form.
Jeffco Public Schools is committed to ensuring all eligible students, including those with disabilities, have an equal opportunity to participate in all non-academic and extracurricular programs and activities. If your student requires an accommodation to participate in the program(s) described below, please contact our Building 504 Coordinator, Jami Boarman, at 303.231.9801 x233
After School Enrichment Program Fliers & Registration Forms - First Quarter 2010
Choir with Mr. Tony - FHM Choir for 3rd - 6th Grade on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:15 pm Sept. 2nd - Oct. 21st in the Music Classroom (meets twice a week).
Pottery with Creative Workshops - Open to Preschool - 6th Grade Students, Choose Tuesdays OR Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm in the Art Classroom
Mini Kickers with Soccer Shots - Open to Primary children (Preschool through Kindergarten), Tuesdays Sept. 14th - Oct. 19th (six weeks) from 3:00 - 3:45 pm on the Primary Playground
Soccer with Coach Struve - Open to Elementary studens (1st - 6th grade), Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm on the Athletic Field, September 15th - October 20th
Giant Masks with Ms. Laura - Open to Elementary students (1st - 6th grade), Mondays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm in the Art Classroom
Cartooning with Ms. A - Open to Elementary students (1st - 6th grade), Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm in the Art Classroom
Free Horizon & Montessori News:
Free Horizon Gardeners Hear from Veteran how Nation Harvested Sense of Unity during WWII
An Upper Elementary class from Free Horizon Montessori was featured in this Denver Post article in tandem with their work on our school's community garden.
Preschool & Elementary Students Connect Math & Social Responsibility
Four Free Horizon Montessori classes participated in a co-curricular community service project to help provide Thanksgiving meal baskets to local families. Read the Your Hub article here .
Golden Mayor Jacob Smith Acknowledges Free Horizon Montessori
In his April 22, 2009, update, Mayor Smith congratulated Free Horizon Montessori for being recognized by Jeffco Public Schools as a High Performing School. See the entire update here .
Cultural Fair a "Huge Success!"
Free Horizon held its first annual Cultural Fair on April 15, 2009. Read the Your Hub article about this amazing event here .
The Montessori Foundation
The Montessori Foundation published a terrific article articulating why so many families choose a Montessori education for their children. Click to read "Hanging In There with Montessori", originally published in Tomorrow's Child magazine.
FHM is pleased to offer a catered lunch option from Michael's of Denver to our students. Please click here for program information or here for the Michae's of Denver web site.
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