PURPOSE
The goal of the MMS Parent Association is to support the school’s mission, develop volunteer participation by organizing fund raisers that provide financial support to the school, as well as provide a sense of community through smaller events and gatherings. We realize that parents are an integral part of this community where students, families, faculty and staff place a high value on the intangible asset of strong personal relationships.
The PA allows parents to:
- Be better acquainted with the staff, teachers, and other parents, and a chance to make new friends.
- Realize that as a parent you can and do make a difference.
- Become aware of the educational programs and extra-curricular activities offered at school.
- Realize the efforts taken to better the education of your child.
- Contribute to the financial health of the school through various fundraising events
Becoming an active Parent Association member is rewarding and enables our parents to experience MMS along with their children. No matter your available time and interests, there are opportunities for everyone to be involved with the PA. All parents currently enrolled at MMS who are in financial good standing with the Business Office are members of the MMS Parent Association.
MORNING COFFEE AND COLLOQUIUM
Coffee socials are wonderful community building events. They provide families and 
faculty the opportunity to mingle, learn about different MMS programs and start the day on a positive note. Coffee socials are generally held the second Wednesday of each month. This year topics include the future of technology at MMS; the Spanish program through the levels; an update on our graduates and life after MMS; the meaning of test scores; and the ins and outs of our writing and grammar curriculum. There is also time to just chat and catch up with friends! Mark your calendars for the following coffee dates:
- September 10, 2008
- October 10, 2008
- November 12, 2008
- December 10, 2008
- January 21, 2009
- February 11, 2009
- March 11, 2009
- April 8, 2009
- May 13, 2009
- June 3, 2009
PARENT EDUCATIONAL SPEAKERS
Funds raised through MMS PA events help bring renowned speakers in from across the country. Each speaker will touch on a topic that will serve the betterment of your child and family. This years speakers are scheduled as follows:
Wedneday, September 24, 2008: David Warlick 6:30 PM
Mr. Warlick is a 30 year educator, has been a classroom teacher, district administrator and staff consultant with the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction. He is also the author of three books on instructional technology and 21st century literacy. RSVP by clicking on the following link:
David Warlick September 24, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008: David Walsh Ph.D. 6:30 PM
Dr. Walsh founded the National Institute of Media and Family in 1996. As president, Dr. Walsh spearheads the Institute's efforts to provide information about media to parents, teachers and other concerned adults through education, research and advocacy. RSVP by clicking on the following link:
David Walsh November 3, 2008
Dinner will be provided for parents at 5:30PM each night. Childcare will be available for $8 per family and $1 per child for a pizza dinner.
EVENTS AT A GLANCE!
The PA sponors fun-raising and fundraising events throughout the year for the whole family. Make great memories with your kids while helping the school become stronger each year.
WELCOME BACK ICE CREAM SOCIAL (Friday, September 19, 2008)
Open and free to all MMS families. Join us for delicious ice cream and organized outdoor games such as kickball, volleyball and tag. Meet new MMS families and say hello to all of your MMS friends! RSVP by clicking on the following link:
Welcome Back Ice Cream Social September 19, 2008
FAMILY GAME NIGHT (Friday, November 14, 2008)
Open and free to all MMS families. Take your families game night to a new leve! Join your MMS friends at school for an exicting game of Candyland, Monopoly, Trivia Challenge and many more! Game are appropriate for all ages.
SPAGHETTI DINNER (Satruday, February 28, 2009 @ Milwaukee Art Museum)
The Spaghetti Dinner is the biggest, and most visible of our fundraisers. This important event has raised more than $40,000 for the school. From silent auction items, to our famous shoebox raffle and staffing booths the night of the event, everyone's hands are needed to make this event a success. Please consider joining on of our planning committees.
Team Olympics (Friday, April 24, 2009)
In this spirited and eventful night, teams register and compete with other MMS families in age appropriate activities such as a sit-up competition (our student record was 800), a geography bee, 100m sprint and more. Come up with a team name and go for the gold!
FUNDRAISING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS!
By simply removing the box tops and lids off common household items and shopping at your favorite stores, you can actually raise money for MMS! Last year we were able to raise close to $2,000! Imagine the possibilities for this year.
Follow the following links for more information on the following programs:
Everytime you shop at Target or Pick'n Save you can earn money for MMS. Visit the sponsored sites or download the form below for easy instructions on how to sign up! For additional information please contact Maria Delgado at mdelgado@milwaukee-montessori.org .
Questions?
If you are interested in joining any of planning committees or you would like get involved in any of our events, please contact the following people: