Fifty years ago, a small group of community members shared a big dream: education centered around the child, not the other way around.

With this simple, but powerful, vision, they created a sanctuary of learning that grew from a single Primary classroom into today’s Mountaineer Montessori School, which is now honored to serve nearly 200 children ages 2-14.

Over the decades, MMS has remained firmly rooted in the values of excellence and community that forged our beginning while continually evolving and innovating to meet the promise of the future.

We’re stepping boldly into tomorrow by completing the final steps toward AMS Accreditation, a major milestone that reflects our unwavering commitment to the highest standards in Montessori education; in expanding our after school programming; and most importantly, in continuing to increase our investment in the heart of in our community--students and teachers-- through financial aid and professional development.

The partnership of families, friends and community partners transformed our founders’ dream into a bright reality and that support remains essential to sustaining the vision of an education that celebrates the unique potential, talents and spirit of each child. "Rooted in the Future," the 2025 MMS Annual Appeal, provides essential funding to ensure this legacy for today’s students and beyond.

Our campaign goal is $20,000 and we can reach it with your help. With your tax-deductible donation, you are investing in:

• Faculty: Montessori credential training sponsorships; assistant/specialist training; AMS school accreditation work; end of year and retention bonuses; Teacher Appreciation Week; and more!
• Facilities: continuing indoor and outdoor learning environment enhancements for all students.
• Families: widening community access to our programs by providing $25,000 in financial aid and scholarships to local children this year.
  
• In the spirit of full participation, we invite everyone to take part in the campaign. No gift is too big or too small to make an impact. It's as easy as visiting the QR code at the top of this letter or texting mmsroots to 41444! Monthly giving options make it convenient to donate! Let’s honor the past, embrace the present and invest in the future--together!