Driven by the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, Montessori in Redlands is a school that offers personalized education to students ages 18 months to 12 years. Everything that we do at MIR is done with the intention to inspire learning at all ages and levels.

We can’t do this alone—from our founding in a church basement to our community of 300 students today, we have partnered with and relied on MIR families, alumni, and friends to help sustain our programs. MIR is a private, non-profit school and each year we count on you to make a generous gift to the MIR Annual Fund to support:

• All school programs—academic, physical education, the arts, community service, special education, and many more.
• The talented and dedicated teacher-guides who are the heart of the Montessori classroom.
• Our beautiful, peaceful campus that provides a natural learning environment for your child.
• Our ability to ensure that MIR remains available to students from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds.

Your Participation is Crucial
Your donation has far-reaching effects, supporting today's students and future generations. Last year’s participation rate of 90%, and $45,000 raised helps significantly in securing future opportunities, like the bond issue that allowed us to purchase the school property or the grant to serve our special needs population. Please help us maintain that momentum through your continued support.

Top 5 Reasons to Donate

1. To support your children’s school. As a private, nonprofit school, our ability to serve your children is directly related to the money raised in the Annual Fund.
2. To bolster school programs. Funds raised support new construction and facilities improvements required to provide those programs.
3. To keep tuition costs down. By raising a portion of its funding through voluntary contributions to the MIR Annual Fund, MIR is able to keep monthly costs down for all families.
4. To support future generations at MIR. You can help ensure that not only your children, but also your children’s children will have access to a quality Montessori education through your donation.
5. Your donation may be tax deductible. Annual Fund contributions allow families to give according to their means and at a potential tax benefit. Raising tuition would not offer this benefit.

Pledge or donate today! All monies must be received by June 30, 2009. Split your donation into monthly payments for greater convenience--stop by the office to do so.