Ross Montessori School (PreK-8th Grade)

Ross Montessori School, located in Carbondale, Colorado, is a public Montessori school that follows the Montessori educational approach. This approach emphasizes self-directed learning and hands-on activity, allowing students to engage with the curriculum in a practical and interactive way. The school's key programs and features include a Montessori Education Week celebration, hands-on learning materials, and public Montessori education. Ross Montessori School is characterized by its small size and strong sense of community, making it an intimate and supportive learning environment. The school's unique characteristics also include its location in the Roaring Fork Valley and its participation in the Colorado charter school system. Additionally, the school values focused time on subjects students care about, recess, and has a strong sense of community, as evident from posts about students winning awards and having fun in various activities, such as cross-country skiing at Spring Gulch and participating in the Mock Trial tournament.