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The Parents and Teachers of Montessori (PTM) has four main functions:
  • To increase parent involvement in the school.
  • To educate parents on Montessori theory and practice.
  • To encourage communication among the school staff, the Board, and parents.
  • To nurture a sense of community at Montessori in Redlands.

The PTM does this by sponsoring several events throughout the year, including Camp Montessori in the spring and fall, the Halloween Party, and the Spring Carnival. PTM also sponsors a Parent Education night, supports Parent Work Day(s), and supplies an auction item for the annual Spring Gala & Auction. The PTM also sponsors the Bluebird Running Club.

PTM meets monthly for event planning and to encourage communication between the Board of Trustees, staff, and parents. All parents, staff, and friends are encouraged to attend. Volunteer room representatives attend the meetings and help communicate news and plans to the parents in their classroom.

2007-2008 PTM Board Officers
PTM Board Officers are elected every two years. Instructions for nominating a parent for the election are announced when the current board's term is coming to a close.
  • Shawnda Zook, President
  • Rena Rice, Vice President
  • Madhu Agarwal, Secretary
  • Trevor Norton, Treasurer
  • Jean Bonner-Drinkwine, Staff Liaison
2007-2008 PTM Room Representatives
PTM Room representatives are established each September. Interested parents should talk with their child's teacher.
Toddlers
Liana's Class - Jennifer Cristall
Aedin's Class - Anu Diekmann
Christine's Class - Rena Rice
Primary
Jean and Mayhelen's Class - Melissa Walker, Karen Derris, Angela Keller, Jo Lynn Lambert
Kara and Dorama's Class - Heather Floridia
Kristin's Class - Mary Lamoureux, Donna Savacool-Barkley
Nikki's Class - Lindsey Wiefels
Sara's Class - Jennifer Paugh, Nina Kulkami
Elementary
Mara and Emily's Class - Shelly McCarthy
Kelly's Class - Deborah Ralston
Margaretann and Nicole's Class - Brandi Jennings
Middle School
Emily and Justin's Class - Christine Little, Julie Scanlon, Alesandra Wilson
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