Parenting with Courage and Connection
April 30 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Parlor
Jody McVittie, MD, a parent trainer, coach and parent educator will focus on how parents can connect with kids and see behavior that makes everyone happier. Using what she has learned from studying leading childhood behaviorist, working with families and educators as well as her experience with her own children, Jody will guide us through new ways of thinking about balancing firmness and kindness to create better relationships. She will provide insight into why we all do the crazy things that they do when trying to get along in families.
This event is free, open to the public and for parents with children of all ages.
Childcare will not be provided.
The Parrot Lady
Debbie Goodrich, aka the “Parrot Lady,” came to Villa to educate preschool students about parrots and the need to conserve our planet and save the rainforests.
This morning, the birds entertained students with a wide range of tricks including rollerskating, basketball, flight, and even speech (both English and Macaw).
Volleyball Scores – March 17, 2012
The luck of the Irish was with the Villa girls volleyball teams this St Patrick’s Day, as they swept the four games held in the Villa Gym:
5th Girls — Beat St Alphonsus/St John, 2-0.
6th Girls White — Beat St Alphonsus/St John, 2-0.
7th Girls — Beat St Anne, 2-0.
8th Girls — Beat St Anne, 2-1.
A job well done by our Villa Lady Vikings!!!
Computer Lab Open Houses
It’s a busy time in the computer lab as Mrs. O’Neil and her classes host a series of parent open house events. Students in grades 3-5 take this opportunity to present completed projects to parent visitors, demonstrating their knowledge of computer basics, research skills, and proficiency in software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Hyperstudio.
The projects are top notch, but equally impressive is the students’ confidence with technology, their ability to present their work and explain how the computer program aided their research.
Watch the video clip below from yesterday’s 5th grade ABC State PowerPoint presentations.
Mmm . . . Girl Scout Cookies!
If you haven’t already stocked the freezer with Girl Scout cookies, this weekend is your last chance.
The Villa Academy Troop will be selling cookies at the following locations:
- 3/16 at U Village (in the courtyard by Ben Bridge) 6-8pm
- 3/17 QFC U Village 10-12pm and 6-8pm
- 3/17 Met Market 2-4pm
- 3/18 Met Market 12-2pm
- 3/18 QFC U village 2-4pm
- 3/18 Met Market 4-6pm
Track & Field Registration is open
CYO Track & Field Registration is now open for all students grades 4 through 8. Practices begin on Tuesday April 17, 2012. Deadline for registrations is Wednesday April 25th. Practice times and meet dates are listed on the registration form. If you have any questions, please contact John Widzgowski, Athletic Director: or 206-729-0219 x284
