Montessori in Redlands


		• ALUMNI • PHOTO GALLERY • ADMINISTRATION • EVENTS • FACULTY & STAFF • INVOLVEMENT • LOCAL COMMUNITY • PARENTS • POSISTIVE DISCIPLINE • PTM • STUDENTS

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.

2009-2010 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.

Brandi Jennings, President
Shelley McCarthy, Vice President
Malinda Green, Secretary
Donna Savacool-Barkley, Treasurer
Jean Bonner-Drinkwine, Staff Liaison

Become a Classroom Representative
PTM Room representatives are established each September. Interested parents should talk with their child's teacher.

2009-2010 Innisbrook Fundraiser
The Innisbrook Fundraiser is the largest PTM fundraiser of the year. The funds raised help support PTM community events and activities throughout the year. Watch for information regarding this gift wrapping fundraiser coming soon!