parents Columbus Montessori welcomes all parents into our community from the first day of their child’s enrollment. We strive to develop a working partnership with parents and are dedicated to creating a positive school atmosphere that supports the children and families. We offer a variety of opportunities for parents to become an active part of their child’s school experience. The parent’s presence at the school, from volunteering in the classrooms to gathering at the Ice Cream Social, strengthens our school culture and develops a sense of extended community. Community building activities • Parent Association (link to PA section, no underline) meetings, coffees, family events both on and off premises, and fundraisers • Classroom activities, including making classroom materials, sharing family traditions with the students, participating in field trips, creating Spring Gala projects, etc. • Annual Fund Kickoff (annual capital campaign dinner and social) • Spring Gala (annual dinner/auction) • Family-to-Family mentoring program Continuing education • Journey of Discovery (a hands-on classroom experience) • Parent education nights (covering aspects of the Montessori curriculum) • The Art of Positive Parenting class Family activities • Book Fair • Gardening • Generations Day • Ice Cream Social