Montessori Magnet School

Montessori Magnet School is a unique educational institution that embodies the Montessori philosophy and method. The school's educational approach is centered around the Montessori method, which emphasizes student independence and self-directed learning, allowing students to work independently and collaboratively while respecting themselves and their surroundings. The school's key features include multi-aged classrooms, mentoring and modeling, and a clear boundary structure that enables students to explore their interests while growing in independence. The school serves grades PK-5, with a school day that begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m., and is led by Principal John Powell, who guides the community with the Montessori philosophy and method. The school's unique characteristics include its focus on student independence, self-directed learning, and the Montessori method, making it one of the district's four magnet programs that emphasize the development of self-motivated students.