Montessori Buzz – March 31, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Good Friday and Easter Monday The school is closed for the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Enjoy your long weekend! Grandparents’ & Special Friends’ Day postcards Last week, each family received two postcards to share with family members and friends who might like to join us on Friday, May […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 24, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Spring Fling Tickets Are On Sale Now!  Join us on Saturday, April 25, for our Spring Fling Family Dance Party — a fun filled community event and all ages dance party presented by Music City Canada and Bronnenco Construction.  Enjoy live music by the Justin Maki Band and professional DJ […]

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FILLED: Job opportunity: EA for Lower El student

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity to support one of our students; the role has been filled. One of Montessori Academy of London’s families is looking for an Educational Assistant to support their child in a Lower Elementary classroom.  WHERE: Montessori Academy of London, London Ontario WHEN: To start March 23, 2026 – […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 3, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Beach Day / Jersey Day is FRIDAY! By Sofia and Juliet  Dear Marvelous Montessori Parents, As you may know, we at Montessori are a charitable bunch. That’s why this year on Friday, March 6, we will have Beach Day for the Toddlers, Casas, Lowers, and Uppers, and Jersey Day for […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb 24, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Staffing for 2026-2027 Planning for Transitions, Career Paths and Life Changes Once re-enrolment closes and our new Offers of Admission start to get processed, we turn our attention to staffing needs across the school for the upcoming school year. Our community is extremely fortunate to have high staff retention every […]

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Board recruitment Spring 2026

Join our Board! Are you willing to share your expertise with an organization committed to excellence in education? We are looking for new members with: Expertise in Fundraising Strategy or Finance  Board leadership + non-profit governance experience  Familiarity with Montessori or alternative education  We are Montessori Academy of London, and we cultivate experiences that inspire […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb 17, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Save the date: Charitable Giving Event on Friday, March 6! Our next Charitable Giving event is in a few weeks. Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6! We’ll celebrate Beach Day in our Casa and Elementary programs, and Jersey Day for our Junior High program. Students are invited to bring […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb 10, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Re-enrolment deadline is Friday The deadline to complete re-enrolment forms for 2026-2027 is this Friday. Monday is the Family Day holiday  The school will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, for the Family Day Holiday. Whether it’s filled with tons of activity or plenty of rest, we hope everyone enjoys […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb 3, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Our Winter Concert is Thursday at 6 p.m. Students in Casa through Junior High are getting ready for Thursday’s Winter Concert at Centennial Hall. Please bring your performers to the venue for 5:30 p.m. The performance will start at 6 p.m. There is parking in various lots close to Centennial […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan. 27, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Family Skate is this Thursday New timeslot; register by tomorrow Our FREE Family skate is coming up on Thursday, and we have a new, earlier timeslot. Join us on the ice from 5:30-7pm. This earlier start and end time will hopefully make it easier for our younger students to join […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan 20, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Family Skate is Thursday, Jan 29 Our annual Family Skate event is happening on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 7:30-9 pm. Please complete this Google form to let us know if you’re planning to join us that evening by Wednesday, Jan. 28: https://forms.gle/iZWmGBXsQGjx8qKZ7  This event is open to MA Alumni, so […]

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Message from Tina Brown, Executive Director

Dear MA Parents,  Welcome to January! I realize some may be thinking, how did we get here, or feeling the pressure of shifting something in their lives just because the calendar has turned over … or maybe to you January is a month that feels like it lasts forever. Wherever you land on the January […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan 13, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Family Skating: RSVP via Google form Our annual Family Skate event is happening on Thursday, Jan. 29. Please complete this Google form to let us know if you’re planning to join us that evening by Wednesday, Jan. 28: https://forms.gle/iZWmGBXsQGjx8qKZ7  This event is open to MA Alumni, so if you know […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan 6, 2026

Dear MA Families and Friends, Sibling Applications: due this Friday, Jan. 9 Find details under Notices in the MA Parent App.  Upcoming Level Transition Meetings Level transition meetings for families eligible to move up to a new level start this week! Please refer to the letter that was shared with you in December for all […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 16, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, This is a longer Buzz but it includes some important reminders and fun photos. Grab a warm beverage and enjoy. Winter Break is here! The school will be closed December 22- January 2. Our first day back is Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Happy Holidays to all of our families and […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 9, 2025

Dear Families and Friends, Casa & Elementary Progress Reports  On Friday afternoon, progress reports will be available in the Parent Portal for students in Casa and Elementary. These reports are one of many ways our students are assessed throughout the year, so as you are taking a read through, please keep in mind: Your child’s […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 2, 2025

Dear Families and Friends, Blaze the Trail: One Week In and the Ball is rolling! We’re doing cartwheels because after just one week, our Blaze the Trail campaign has raised $5,028 toward our ambitious $60,000 goal! This incredible start shows the power of our community coming together to make a difference. But we’re just getting […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 25, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Financial Support Applications open on Monday  Applications for Financial Support will open on December 1 through Apple Financial Services for the 2026-2027 school year.  All families currently enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year are eligible to apply.   Full details on how to apply, along with a Financial Support FAQ can […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 18, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Last call to RSVP: Guest Speaker on Nov. 27 The teachers enjoyed their session with Hillary Hartwig from InnerSpace Counselling on Friday’s PD Day so much that we’ve extended the deadline for this guest speaker … until tomorrow 4pm. This session will be incredibly helpful for many families as we’ll […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 11, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, We’re sharing the Buzz early this week because of today’s Elementary and Junior High Remembrance Day Assembly. Elem/JH Parents – If you haven’t already, please see the reminder and parking map under Notices for details about today’s event. Don’t forget to inform your child’s teacher when you leave the assembly. […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 4, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Save the date: Pyjama Day is Friday, Nov. 21 The coziest day of the year is coming up quickly! Friday, Nov. 21, is PJ Day. Our students can dress in their PJs, and bring in loose change in support of our good friends at ChildCan. RSVP: Guest speaker on Thursday, […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 28, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, FYI: School Closure and Delayed Start policies Winter weather predictions are that it’s going to be a snowy season this year. Here’s a rundown of our weather-related school closure and delayed start policies.  School Closure In the event of severe weather, school leadership will make a decision about closing the […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 21, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Halloween Boo-ling is Thursday! Tonight’s your last chance to grab tickets for our spooktacular Halloween Boo-Ling Bash! Get yours before they vanish at midnight tonight: montessori.on.ca/Halloween We’ll see all you ghouls and goblins this Thursday at 5pm at Palasad South – 141 Pine Valley Blvd. London, ON N6K 3T6.    […]

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Board Opportunity: Parent & Community Members

We’ve been looking for you! Are you passionate about education, excellence and leadership? Are you willing to share your expertise with a community committed to inspiring compassion and a love of learning? If so, we’ve been looking for you!  We are Montessori Academy of London – a non-profit organization offering world-class education for toddlers, preschoolers, […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 14, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Photo retakes are Friday On Friday, please arrive at the Main Office (719 Waterloo) between 8:50-9 a.m. Photos will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Those who signed up will receive priority. A few reminders about Photo Retakes on Friday: Parents MUST accompany their child(ren) for the […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 7, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Friday is a PD Day and Monday is the Thanksgiving holiday Friday is our first PD Day of the school year; there is no school for our students. On Monday, the school is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. We are grateful you are part of our school community and for […]

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Board Welcome Message 2025-2026

Dear MA Families & Friends, Welcome back! And to those of you who are new to our community, Welcome! I hope you had a wonderful summer, and are ready for the excitement of a new school year. This is a wonderful time to connect and return to familiar routines, as we welcome new students and […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 30, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Parking, pick-up and drop-off reminders A friendly reminder to please review our parking procedures for your location and adhere to all “No Parking” signs.  At our downtown locations, please do not block our neighbours’ driveways; there is no parking or turning around in neighbours’ or school driveways along Piccadilly. This […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 23, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, FYI: Orange Shirt Day is next Tuesday, Sept. 30 Next Tuesday, our Montessori community will observe Orange Shirt Day, a time of reflection and learning about the impact of residential schools on Indigenous children and families. Students will engage in age-appropriate discussions, storytelling, and creative activities that emphasize the importance […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 16, 2025

Dear MA Families, Halloween Boo-ling tickets are on sale! One of our favourite events is back! This is our very first fundraising event of the year!  Join us on Thursday, Oct. 23 at Palasad South for a frightfully-good time. Wear your favourite costume!  This popular event will fill up quickly! Space is limited, so buy […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 9, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Reminders Pick-up/Drop-off & Parking procedures A friendly reminder: Please familiarize yourself with our parking procedures for your location, and adhere to all “No Parking” signs.  At our downtown locations, please do not block our neighbours’ driveways; there is no parking or turning around in neighbours’ or school driveways along Piccadilly. […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 2, 2025

Welcome Back! A welcome message from our principal Dear MA Families, I hope everyone had a relaxing, fun-filled summer with family and friends. It’s my pleasure to welcome both returning and new families to what I truly believe is the best place to be – our school! We’re excited for the year ahead and all […]

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Montessori Buzz – August 26, 2025

Welcome back message from our Executive Director Dear MA Families,  “We shall walk together on this path of life, for all things are part of the universe and are connected with each other to form one whole unity.” ~ Dr. Maria Montessori    Life feels so much better when we get to do it alongside others […]

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FILLED – Elementary Yard Staff members 2025-2026

Montessori Academy of London (MA) provides something unique in London: high-quality traditional Montessori education that truly puts the needs of the child first. We are currently seeking Elementary Yard Staff members to join our team for the 2025–2026 school year to help oversee play time for students ages 6-14 years. Hours are Monday to Friday, 11:30 AM […]

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The final Montessori Buzz of 2024-2025 – June 24, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Congratulations, Graduates! Presenting Montessori Academy of London’s Class of 2025!  Reminder: Summer Hours Starting Monday, June 30, Summer Office Hours will be Monday-Friday from 8:15-noon; the office will be closed on Tuesday, July 1, in observance of the Canada Day holiday, and Monday, Aug. 4, for the Civic Holiday.  Board […]

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2024-2025 Year-end Board of Governors message

Dear Montessori Academy of London Families & Friends, At the end of every year we look back at our activities and accomplishments, while we look forward to the change of pace and sense of renewal that a new season brings. The faculty and staff at Montessori Academy create so many incredible experiences for and with […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 17, 2025

FYI: One more Buzz next week Friday is the last day of school, but with so much going on this week around the school, we will share one final Buzz next Tuesday before we pause for summer.  Watch for your August Info Buzz and notification in the MA Parent App shortly after the Civic Holiday […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 10, 2025

Family & Friends Celebration: join us tonight at Storybook Gardens! Friendly reminder that our Family & Friends event is tonight! There will be no after-school extended hours at any of our locations. Happy Father’s Day We wish all of our Dads and father figures a very happy Father’s Day! We hope you are smothered in […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 3, 2025

Our Family & Friends event is Thursday Plan to join us Thursday after 4 p.m. at Storybook Gardens for our annual school-wide Family & Friends social. Food will be available at the Village Square. Families who prefer to avoid the lineups are welcome to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy.  In case of rain: we’ll […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 27, 2025

Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day is Friday We can’t wait to see our very special guests on Friday. Please refer to your classroom’s invitation/letters for all the details. See you soon! Also on Friday … our Artisan Market! Plan to stop by the Artisan Market on Friday at the Colborne St. United Church’s Gym. We […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 20, 2025

Welcome to the world, MA’s Infant program! We are so excited to announce that we’re offering a new program to support London and area families: Montessori Academy’s Parent & Infant program! The weekly parent and child classes will be tailored for two different age categories: children ages 2 to 10 months (‘Infants’) or children ages […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 13, 2025

PD Day Friday & holiday Monday Friday is a Montessori Academy PD Day. On Monday the school will be closed for the Victoria Day holiday. Enjoy your extra-long weekend.  Marshall’s Family Feast fundraiser  We’ve got a tasty treat for families! Marshall’s is helping us with a fundraiser featuring MA’s favourite Mac & Cheese! Order online […]

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FILLED: Job opportunity: EA for JH student

Educational Assistant FILLED – thank you for your interest in this opportunity; the position has been filled. One of our families is looking for an Educational Assistant to support their child with Down syndrome. Are you a retired teacher, recent Bachelor of Ed. graduate or have other related experience? You’ll be: . working one on […]

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FILLED: Job opportunity: Part-Time Cleaner (evenings)

Thank you for your interest – these opportunities have been filled. Montessori Academy of London (MA) is a leader in independent education in London. We’re seeking a part-time, experienced cleaner/janitor to assist in cleaning duties within our organization. This is a part-time position (4 hrs daily) Monday to Friday 4:30pm to 8:30pm with some flexibility. […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 6, 2025

Happy Mother’s Day Sunday is Mother’s Day! To all our moms, grandmothers and mother-figures: we hope this Sunday you are surrounded with hugs and smiles.  Save the Date: Marshall’s Family Feast fundraiser  We’ve got a tasty treat for families! Marshall’s Pasta is helping us with a fundraiser featuring its world famous favourite Mac and Cheese. […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 29, 2025

Honk Jr. opens TONIGHT!! We hope you’ll join us over the next two days for our musical performance – Honk Jr. The students and staff have poured their hearts and energy into this amazing performance. There are a few tickets left for each of the shows – find tickets on The Wolf’s Eventbrite page.  Bring […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 22, 2025

Our Musical is next week! Can you believe it? Our musical performance Honk Jr. is opening next Tuesday! Our ducks are in a row… Rehearsals, costumes and set designs were in full-swing around the school last week. It all comes together in the Gym later this week! Opening night is next Tuesday at the Wolf Performance […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 15, 2025

The School is closed Friday and Monday  In observance of the statutory holidays, the school will be closed Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. We hope everyone enjoys some time this long weekend with family and friends.  Thank you, Gold Sponsor We are so thrilled to have Spark Techies as a Gold sponsor of […]

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Filled – Elementary French Teacher – 2025-2026

FILLED – thank you for your interest in this opportunity; the position has been filled. Montessori Academy of London seeks an enthusiastic, highly qualified applicant to fill an Elementary French teaching opportunity for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full-time permanent position with a start date of Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (If the successful […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 8, 2025

PD Day on Friday We have a PD Day on Friday – there is no school for our students. Enjoy the weekend! Grandparents’ & Special Friends’ Day  GP Day reminder to read your classroom’s note about Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day, and complete any sign up sheets (if required) by the deadline. Classrooms are doing […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 1, 2025

Honk Jr. tickets! Tickets are now on sale for our Musical performance – Honk Jr., a heartwarming and humorous musical adaptation of The Ugly Duckling, at the Wolf Performance Hall. Purchase your tickets online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/honk-jr-4179353  Musical sponsors needed! Sponsorship helps to offset the cost of this incredible production.  Help us celebrate art and creativity […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 25, 2025

Don’t forget: Spirit Wear orders are open! Trailblazers Spirit Wear for all ages is available now in our new online store! From tees, to cozy hoodies, to joggers, there is something for everyone. But hurry…the online store is only open until Thursday, April 3. After that, the store will close and orders will be processed […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 4, 2025

Friday is Beach Day  On Friday, March 7, it will be Beach Day for our Toddler, Casa, LE, and UE students, and Jersey Day for our Junior High students! Students are encouraged to wear beach-themed outfits, sunglasses and Hawaiian shirts! For our Junior High students, please wear a jersey of your favourite sport player, or […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb. 25, 2025

Beach Day / Jersey Day is March 7 By the CHF Committee This year, on Friday, March 7 (corrected date!), it is going to be Beach Day for our Casa and Elementary programs, and Jersey Day for our Junior High program. Students can wear either a jersey or beach-themed outfits to school. Students are encouraged […]

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2025-2026 PD Days and Breaks

Key dates for 2025-26 Sept 2 – First day of school Oct 10 PD Day – aligns with TVDSB Nov 14 PD Day – aligns with TVDSB Winter Break Last day of school is Friday, Dec. 19 Weeks of Dec 22 Week of Dec 29 – School resumes Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 Feb 6 PD […]

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Montessori Buzz – February 18, 2025

Tickets for Winter Family Fun Fest There are only 2 more weeks to get your tickets to the Winter Family Fun Fest! NEW this year — Candy Gram will be there with a Cotton Candy and Sno Cone station for $5 each! A portion of their sales will be donated to the school! Complimentary coffee […]

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Montessori Buzz – February 11, 2025

Dear MA Families and Friends, Friday is a PD Day and Monday is a holiday This Friday is a PD Day, and Monday is the Family Day holiday. Enjoy your long weekend! Last call: RSVP for our Guest Speaker on Thursday, Feb. 27 The deadline to register for this amazing event is Friday. Join us […]

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Montessori Buzz – February 4, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Winter Family Fun Fest Tickets are on sale now! Our Winter Family Fun Fest is BACK! Join us for an EXCITING, FUN-filled day that will have loads of games, food, inflatable obstacle course, bouncy castles, optional swimming, balloon twisting, glitter tattoos, AND a special magic show by the Amazing Corbin […]

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Montessori Buzz – January 28, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Guest speaker on Feb. 26: ‘Digital Minimalism’ We’re hosting a lunch and learn session with Katherine Martinko on Wednesday, Feb. 26. This is going to be a fantastic event.This is a timely topic that will resonate with all parents! Katherine offers valuable insights and tips on helping to manage the […]

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Montessori Buzz – January 21, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Re-enrolment for 2025-2026 A Message from Tina on Wednesday; re-enrolment opens on Friday Re-enrolment opens on Friday. Watch for Tina’s tuition letter that will be shared under Notices in the app on Wednesday afternoon. It’ll outline tuition and fees for the coming school year and also share many of the […]

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Montessori Buzz – January 14, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, Guest Speaker:  Digital Minimalism Join us for a lively lunchtime session with Katherine Martinko on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 between 11:45am-1pm.  In her sessions, Katherine strives to empower parents, teens, and adults to limit screen time using the philosophy of “digital minimalism.” She offers smart guidance on tough topics like […]

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Montessori Buzz – January 7, 2025

Dear MA Families & Friends, January classroom content is on the app Happy New Year! Please be sure to review your January classroom newsletters and calendars/events in the app if you haven’t yet.  Level Transition Meetings start this week! Parents with children who are eligible to move into the next level of our program in […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 17, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Winter Break 2024 This holiday season, let’s take a cue from our Junior High students and “be present”… because time together is the greatest gift! The school will be closed from December 23-January 3. School resumes on Monday, January 6, 2025! We wish all our families a fun and festive Winter […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 10, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Tonight is our Winter Concert! There is no Extended program tonight except for our Toddler students. Please bring your performers to the venue for 5:30 p.m. Performance will start at 6 p.m. Parking: There is parking in various lots close to Centennial Hall, including: Central High School under City Hall […]

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Montessori Buzz – Dec. 3, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, 2025-2026 Financial Support Applications now open Applications for Financial Support opened on December 1 and are due by Monday, January 6, 2025.  All families currently enrolled for the 2024-2025 school year are eligible to apply.  Full details on how to apply, along with a Financial Support FAQ can be found […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 26, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Coffee Hour: Elementary and JH is tomorrow Friendly reminder that our Coffee Hour at the Elementary Library is tomorrow morning! If your child is in Elementary and Junior High, please feel free to stop by the Main Office at 719 Waterloo St. between 8:45 to 9:45 am.   Winter Concert […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 19, 2024

Dear MA Families, Our Toddler/Casa Parent Coffee Hour is tomorrow Friendly reminder that our Coffee Hour at the Elementary Library is tomorrow morning! If your child is in Toddler or Casa, please feel free to stop by the Main Office at 719 Waterloo St. between 8:45 to 9:45 am.   Also, our Elementary and Junior […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 12, 2024

Dear MA Families and Friends, PD Day on Friday Friday is a PD Day – there is no school for our students. Policy reminder: Winter weather school closure and ‘Delayed Start’  Important: Our urgent and time sensitive messages will now be shared via the MA Parent App.  School closure due to weather In the event […]

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Montessori Buzz – Nov. 5, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, We have had an enthusiastic response to the app launch last week, but we’re sending this last Buzz via email to catch as many parents as possible. Last call: Journey to Discovery registration We’ve had a great response to this very special event. There are still a few spots left […]

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Welcome to The MA Parent App

Dear MA Parents, We are so excited to introduce the new MA Parent App! It will be a quick and easy way to find all the information you need throughout the school year. Through the MA Parent App, you’ll be able to: Subscribe to your child’s classroom to easily access monthly classroom letters and calendars […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 29, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Launching Wednesday: The MA Parent App! After months of developing and testing, we are ready to launch the new MA Parent App! Watch for an email message on Wednesday with information on how to get started. Also, coming home in blue bags this week is a printed booklet with details […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 22, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Reminder: Elementary Remembrance Day Assembly Elementary & Junior High parents: Please let us know ASAP via the Google form below if you’re joining us for the assembly and whether you plan to take your children home right from the assembly: https://forms.gle/tYG1gzP8qCP83PQ67. This will help us know how many buses to reserve that day. […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 15, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Photo retakes are Friday On Friday, please arrive at the Main Office (719 Waterloo) between 8:50-9 a.m. Photos will be taken on a first come, first served basis. However, those who signed up by last week’s deadline will receive priority. A few reminders about Photo Retakes on Friday: Parents MUST […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 8, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Upcoming PD Day and Holiday This Friday is PD Day, there is no school for the students. On Monday, the school will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We wish all of our families and friends a very happy Thanksgiving!  Photo retakes are Friday, Oct. 18 If you would like […]

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Montessori Buzz – Oct. 1, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Save the date: Journey to Discovery is Nov. 15 Curious about what your child experiences in the classroom? Take the Journey to Discovery on Friday, Nov. 15 from 3:30-9 p.m., and experience the Montessori classroom through your child’s eyes. We’ve condensed it into one evening in the hopes that more […]

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Board welcome message 2024-2025

Dear MA Families & Friends,  “Welcome” to our new families and “welcome back” to returning families. September always brings refreshed energy, and we look forward to another wonderful school year together.   With students settling into their classrooms, there is still much to be excited about around the school. The Elevator construction continues at the 311 […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 24, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Tickets on sale now for our Halloween Boo-Ling event! Don’t miss out on our most popular annual fundraising event! Wear your favourite costume and join us in the party room for friends, fun, pizza, and games. Then head over to the bowling lane for an hour of bowling with other […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 17, 2024

Our MA Terry Fox Run is Monday Montessori Academy is hosting a Terry Fox Run on Monday, September 23, 2024. This run is for our entire Elementary/JH community. Lower, Upper and JH students will run or walk with their class at a predetermined time at Piccadilly Park – the schedule is below. Our Casas will […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 10, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, New JH French teacher We are very excited to share with you that Marty Kolls is returning to MA and joining the Junior High team as their French teacher. Many of our families know Marty; she was our Lower Elementary music teacher for 10 years. She took some time away […]

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Montessori Buzz – Sept. 3, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, A welcome message from our Principal, Kristen Crouse Welcome Back! I hope that everyone had a relaxing, fun-filled summer with their family and friends. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome both returning and new families to what I feel is the most amazing place to be – […]

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Montessori Buzz – Aug. 27, 2024

A welcome message from our Executive Director, Tina Brown Dear MA Families, Welcome back to the best school community in the city! We can’t wait to see our returning families and connect with parents and students who are new to MA on the first day of school, Tuesday, September 3. The fall is filled with many opportunities […]

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August Information is ready on the MA Portal 2024-2025

Dear MA Families, It’s that time of year! This August Buzz is always a long message, but it is filled with important information to help you prepare for a smooth start to the school year. Please take a few minutes to carefully read through this Buzz, complete the online forms, and review the August letter for […]

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FILLED: Part-time French Teacher – Elementary (Grades 7-8)

FILLED – thank you for your interest in this opportunity; the position has been filled. Montessori Academy of London (MA) provides something unique in London: high-quality traditional Montessori education that truly puts the needs of the child first. MA seeks a dynamic, qualified applicant to positively impact the lives of our students, through a part-time […]

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The last Montessori Buzz of 2023-2024

ar MA Families & Friends, What’s next: August information and the MA Parent App Your August Information Families who are enrolled for the 2024-2025 school year will hear from the school via email after the Civic Holiday when your August Information package is ready through the Parent Portal. The new MA Parent App – arriving […]

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Elementary Recess Staff 2024-2025 school year

Elementary Recess Staff at Montessori Academy of London  Join our dedicated team in creating a safe, joyful, and enriching recess experience for our Montessori students! Position: Recess and/or After Hours Staff  Location: 719 Waterloo Street, London Ontario Canada Employment Type: Part time (10 – 20 hours per week) 11:30- 1:30 Monday to Friday and/or 3:30-530 […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 18, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Next week & Summer Hours Happy Last week of school! The office is open regular hours this week and the week of June 24 for our Faculty Week. We will close early on Thursday, June 27 for our year-end staff gathering. The school will be closed on Friday, June 28, and […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 11, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Happy Father’s Day We wish all of our fathers and father figures an incredible Father’s Day. Thank you for the love and caring you provide for our children. Friday is the Elementary Drop-in & 711 Waterloo Open House! Here’s your chance to take a look through our recently renovated spaces. […]

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Montessori Buzz – June 4, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Family & Friends is Thursday! We can’t wait to see everyone at Storybook! There will be food for sale in the Village Square, or you can bring a picnic to enjoy. The rides and splash pad will be open, so pack a swimsuit and towel. Some notes: No extended hours […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 28, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Our Artisan Market is Friday! This Friday, swing by the gym right after you pick up your children from school! There will be 24 amazing local vendors selling handmade products, delicious baked goods, treats, coffee, and plants. Plus, we’ll have glitter tattoos and a used book sale!  www.montessori.on.ca/artisan-market/ Friday May 31, […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 21, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Our Family & Friends event is June 6 We hope to see you at the Family & Friends event at Storybook Gardens on Thursday, June 6! There will be food for sale in the Village Square, or you can bring a picnic to enjoy. The rides and splash pad will […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 14, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Art Expo is tomorrow! Join us in Brescia’s Mercato Room in Clare Hall between 6-8pm. Parking in all the lots around Clare Hall is free during this event. Thank you, Gold sponsor Iceberg Digital Marketing! We are thrilled to announce Iceberg Digital Marketing as a Gold Sponsor of the 2024 Art Expo.  Iceberg Digital […]

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Board opportunity – Community Member

BOARD OF GOVERNORS  1 community member The Governance of Montessori Academy is the responsibility of a volunteer board consisting of a committed group of alumni, alumni parents, current parents, community members and ex-officio school officers with a passion for education and the growth and development of children. To learn more about our current Board members, […]

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Montessori Buzz – May 7, 2024

Thank you, Art Expo Sponsors! Thank you to all our Art Expo sponsors! These special events are only made possible by your support. Don’t miss Art Expo 2024 next Wednesday, May 15, 6-8 pm, at Brescia’s Mercato Room! Community Match Campaign update Thank you to everyone who has donated to the Community Match Campaign so […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 30, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Art Expo is May 15 Join us for an MA-zing night of creativity and community! Art Expo 2024 is Wednesday, May 15 at Brescia’s Mercato Room between 6-8 p.m. The exhibit will feature the artwork and creation of students in Senior Casa through Junior High! Thank you, Gold Sponsor MS2! […]

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Community Match Campaign

Will you rise to the Challenge? Dear MA Families & Friends, Rise to the Challenge! Join our Board of Governors in helping us reach this year’s goal. At the beginning of this school year, we sent home a letter asking for your help with the upcoming 2024 Summer Repair Schedule. As we continue to invest […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 23, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Our Spring Assembly is tomorrow Join us Wednesday for our Spring Assembly. Students in Casa, Elementary, and Junior High will perform. Please have your children at Centennial Hall by 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, 2024 – 6 p.m. start. Centennial Hall – 550 Wellington St, London There is no extended hours […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 16, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Grandparents Day: more details soon… We can’t wait to see our Grandparents and Special Friends in May! Please watch for a letter with either a sign-up Google form link or details on what your classroom’s visit will look like that day. Letters will be sent to you via your Parent […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 9, 2024

ear MA Families & Friends, Save the date: Art Expo is May 15! Join us for an MA-zing evening of creativity and community! It’s going to be an art-rageous interactive experience featuring the creative projects of students in Casa through Junior High. “Imagination does not become great until human beings, given the courage and the […]

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Montessori Buzz – April 2, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Reminder: Monday is a PD Day We’ve moved our April PD Day to Monday, April 8. See the message from the Health Unit below for information on how to enjoy the Total Solar Eclipse safely. Interim Reports – Casa, LE & UE Reports available Friday at 3 p.m. On Friday, […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 26, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, The school is closed Friday and Monday Welcome back from March Break… we have a few more days off coming right up! The school will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Our April PD Day is now Monday, April 8 to align with the TVDSB and LCSB. Save […]

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Montessori Buzz – March 5, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, March Break The school is closed for our two-week March Break, including the administrative office. School resumes on Monday, March 25. Enjoy your break! Heads-up for when we return:   On March 29 and April 1 – The school will be closed for the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Monday, […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb. 27, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Elementary Hot Lunch Registration Opens Friday The last round of hot lunch will begin on March 25 and run until June 21. The deadline to order your child/ren’s lunches is March 18. Most items require you to select different options for the meal, so please read each item carefully, as […]

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Montessori Buzz – February 20, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Winter Family Fun Fest is Sunday! This is the last week to buy tickets. Get your tickets for THIS SUNDAY’s Winter Family Fun Fest! Don’t miss the Magic Show, Obstacle Course, Games, Prizes, DJ Rob, 519 School of Hip Hop and more!  Buy your tickets online today at https://montessori.on.ca/funfest/ (Psst…. It’s […]

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Montessori Buzz – Feb. 13, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Friday is a PD Day, Monday is Family Day Friendly reminder that Friday is a PD Day and there is no school for our students. On Monday, the school will be closed for the Family Day holiday. Last call: PD Day Camps for Friday Academy Circus: https://www.theacademycircus.com/events 519 School of Hip […]

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2024-2025 PD Days and Holidays

Key dates for 2024-2025 First Day of school – Tuesday, Sept. 3 PD Day – Friday, Oct. 11 aligns with TVDSB PD Day – Friday, Nov. 15  aligns with TVDSB Winter Break Last day of school is Friday, Dec. 20 Week of Dec. 23  Week of Dec. 30 – School resumes on Monday, Jan. 6 […]

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Montessori Buzz – February 6, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Reminder: Re-enrolment is due Friday!   Re-enrolment for the 2024-2025 school year is due this Friday, February 9. Please log into the MA Parent Portal to complete the online process – it takes about five minutes. Submitting post-dated cheques for the balance of tuition is also appreciated by Friday.  Questions? Please contact Victoria […]

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ECE Supply Staff – Casual/ On-call

FILLED – Supply Staff – Early Childhood Educators Montessori Academy of London (MA) provides something unique in London: high-quality traditional Montessori education that truly puts the needs of the child first. To support our team of highly qualified Toddler and Casa staff, MA seeks Supply Teachers with early childhood education experience to be on-call to work on […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan. 30, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Winter Family FUN FEST tickets are on sale now Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 10am to 2pm at BGC London Join us for a day of family fun! The Winter Family Fun Fest is an indoor fun fair with a unique and exciting Magic Balloon Show, inflatables, games, prizes, DJ […]

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MA Tuition letter for 2024-2025

Dear MA Families, “The purpose of education must be to elevate the individual … the children of today will make the discoveries of tomorrow.”  ~ Dr. Maria Montessori, The London Lectures 1946   What an incredible, yet exciting role we have to elevate the students here at MA. I am so grateful to be a […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan. 23, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Re-enrolment messages this week It’s that time of year! Re-enrolment opens on Friday. Keep your eyes out for two important emails this week: Wednesday afternoon – Tuition letter and school update from Tina. There’s a lot of important information in this message. Please take a few moments Wednesday afternoon to read […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan. 16, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, New Payment Method: E-Transfer We are now accepting e-transfers to payments@montessori.on.ca.  This method of payment may be used for donations and fees such as enrolment deposits, lunch fees, activity fees, extended hours, etc.  When using this method of payment, please include your child’s name and payment/donation details in the message section. Due […]

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Montessori Buzz – Jan. 9, 2024

Dear MA Families & Friends, Sibling applications are due Friday Applications to MA for siblings of current students for the 2024-2025 School Year are due by this Friday, January 12.  We continue to receive a high volume of applications for our Toddler and Casa programs, and would like to provide priority to our current MA […]

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