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Knowing that every member has something unique and special to contribute to the whole, participation is key to the implementation of Montessori philosophy and to the success of RMCS. The role of the adult in a Montessori classroom is to prepare the environment and quietly and subtly support the child in his or her individual interactions within the environment. In the larger context of our school community, families and affiliated community members volunteer in many different capacities and contribute financially to support the school and to create a thriving community at RMCS.
Participation has so many possibilities at River Montessori Charter School! We invite you to…
Observe our classroom communities to deepen your understanding of Montessori philosophy and your child.
Attend conferences, classroom events, Parent Education presentations and trainings to learn how to best support your child in a Montessori environment.
Join us for our Community Conversations to ask questions and discuss open-agenda items related to child development, Montessori philosophy, and our school.
Come to Board Meetings and Foundation Meetings & Events to see the inner-workings of our organization and connect with others.
Seek support when necessary from your child’s Montessori Guide so as to best support your child’s classroom experience.
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Volunteer
Volunteering provides essential support for the school on many levels, and exemplifies for the children our philosophy that everyone has something individual and important to contribute.
With numerous opportunities to help in the classroom, at events, or from home, we are continually inspired and grateful for the generosity of our volunteers and the extent to which their efforts benefit the children, faculty, our facility, and the overall success of our school.
Please contact the office for more information on volunteer opportunities for or visit the Foundation's page for current RMF volunteer needs.
Contribute
The parent-run River Montessori Foundation provides tremendous financial support for RMCS through its Annual Fund as well as through other events and programs. As a publicly funded school, we rely on consistent financial support from our families and community members to offset fluctuations in state revenues. Individual donations directly supports student learning with inspiring Montessori materials, full-time classroom assistants, special assemblies/guest experts, and field trips. One-time and monthly donations of any amount are greatly appreciated. (If you're donating for a field trip and/or sponsoring a student in need, please mention your child's name and field trip in the confidential memo.)
Please consider sharing these and additional funding opportunities with your family’s village and supporters. Donations of stock, crypto, DAF, or an individual endowment are all available through our partnership with Infinite Giving.
