Ms. Sylvie sings frere jacques to this 1 year old student. He LOVES when she sings to him and speaks to him in French and asks for more. He understands when she asks to point to his hair. Maria Montessori was right about the absorbent mind!

Upcoming Events

Festive Wear Day December 19, 2019 at 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Come to school wearing something festive to celebrate the season on Thursday, December 19! Parents, children, and staff are all invited to wear sweaters, leggings, or other items of clothing that celebrate this special season.

Upper Elementary Volunteer at Mission Arlington December 19, 2019 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am Mission Arlington, 210 W South St, Arlington, TX 76010, USA

Early Childhood Winter Solstice Celebration December 20, 2019 Early Childhood classrooms celebrate the winter solstice. Details forthcoming.

Last Day of Classes and end of Fall Term December 20, 2019

Elementary Young Author's Conference December 20, 2019 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am Each year, elementary students write a story which is presented to the class.

Casual Coffee Chats December 20, 2019 at 8:45 am – 9:45 am Join us on Fridays in the Library after drop-off for some casual conversation about parenting and Montessori. Amanda will bring her expertise to the conversation. You have questions. We have answers.

Elementary Pizza Day December 20, 2019 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Winter Break - No Class or Holiday Care December 23, 2019 – January 3, 2020

New Year's Eve December 31, 2019

New Year's Day January 1, 2020

Spring Term Begins and Classes Resume January 6, 2020 at 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

Elementary Spelling Bee January 15, 2020 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am Our Elementary students will participate in the annual Spelling Bee, which is part of the national competition that ultimately leads to the Scripp’s National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

Upper Elementary Book of the Month January 15, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am

MLK, Jr. Day - Student Holiday, No Class or Holiday Care January 20, 2020

STEM Fair January 23, 2020 at 8:30 am – 9:30 am We are holding an Elementary STEM Fair which focuses on the Engineering Method of problem solving. Students find a problem, produce a prototype to solve it, and create a tri-fold board to communicate and present the project. Participation is optional for Lower Elementary.

A Glimpse of Lower Elementary January 23, 2020 at 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm All parents who have a child progressing to 1st level next year are encouraged to attend our program, A Glimpse of Lower Elementary,.

Math Journey of Discovery January 25, 2020 at 9:00 am – 1:00 pm The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA Experience the genius of Maria Montessori though hands-on use of the math materials your children use every day. Please join us to learn how the Early Childhood through Upper Elementary materials provide a strong math foundation for your independent and self-motivated learner! Lunch and childcare for currently enrolled students will be provided free of charge…

Elementary Pizza Day January 31, 2020 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA

Re-enrollment Begins February 1, 2020

Valentine's Day February 14, 2020

President's Day Holiday February 17, 2020

Parent/Teacher Conferences - Student Holiday February 17, 2020 at 8:30 am – 4:00 pm There are no classes this day. Childcare is provided for Early Childhood and Elementary students between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room. No care is available for the Infant or Toddler programs; please feel free to bring your child to your conference with you.

Upper Elementary Book of the Month February 19, 2020 at 10:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Elementary Open House February 20, 2020 at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA Are you interested in finding out how your child uses Montessori materials to learn? Let your child show you at the Elementary Open House!

Practice for Stanford Achievement Test February 24, 2020 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Practice for Stanford Achievement Test February 25, 2020 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Practice for Stanford Achievement Test February 26, 2020 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Practice for Stanford Achievement Test February 27, 2020 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Elementary Pizza Day February 28, 2020 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Re-enrollment Ends February 29, 2020

Application for Financial Aid Opens March 1, 2020

Stanford Achievement Test March 2, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Stanford Achievement Test March 3, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Stanford Achievement Test March 4, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Stanford Achievement Test March 5, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Daylight Saving Time starts March 8, 2020

Spring Break - No Class, Holiday Care Available March 9, 2020 – March 11, 2020 Please contact David to sign up for Holiday Care.

Spring Break - No Class or Holiday Care March 12, 2020 – March 13, 2020

Upper Elementary Book of the Month March 18, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Rehearsals - Elementary Drama Performance March 27, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am Details will be sent out in the TMA Connection.

Elementary Drama Performance March 27, 2020 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mosaic, 817 W Park Row Dr, Arlington, TX 76013, USA

Application for Financial Aid Ends March 31, 2020

Student Holiday - No Class or Holiday Care April 10, 2020

Professional Development Day - No Class or Holiday Care April 13, 2020

Upper Elementary Book of the Month April 14, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am

3rd/4th Level Trip April 15, 2020 at 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Teachers will send out details about the trip.

3rd/4th Level Trip April 16, 2020 at 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Teachers will send out details about the trip.

Spring Thing April 30, 2020 at 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm We invite all Infant, Toddler, Early Childhood and Extension families to join us for this fun, casual, community event at TMA. We will have free activities for the kids, Extension teachers will be highlighting enrichment classes, and Extension students will be recognized as they become rising 1st Levels. This is a rain or shine event!

Inclement Weather Make-Up Day - No Class or Holiday Care May 1, 2020

Upper Elementary Puberty Education May 6, 2020 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Upper Elementary Book of the Month May 6, 2020 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Upper Elementary Dissection May 7, 2020 at 8:30 am – 10:00 am

Elementary Outdoor Day of Discovery May 7, 2020 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Performance under the Portico & Stepping Up Ceremony May 8, 2020 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Please join us at TMA for the Performance under the Portico and Stepping Up Ceremony to hear wonderful music performed by our elementary students and celebrate the completion of another school year. TMA’s 6th Level graduates will be recognized and lead the procession signifying another year of growth for rising 1st Level through 5th Level…

Mother's Day May 10, 2020

Upper Elementary Pool Party May 13, 2020 at 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Details forthcoming.

Rehearsals - Upper Elementary Latin Play May 14, 2020 at 8:30 am – 11:00 am Details will be sent out via the TMA Connection.

Upper Elementary Latin Play & Graduation Ceremony May 14, 2020 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mosaic, 817 W Park Row Dr, Arlington, TX 76013, USA Please join us for the Upper Elementary Latin play performed and directed by students at Mosaic Church. Graduates will be recognized immediately after the play. Student performers should arrive no later than 5:30 pm.

Last Day of Class and End of Spring Term May 15, 2020 The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA

Elementary Pizza & Game Day May 15, 2020 at 8:30 am – 3:30 pm The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA

Staff Work Week - Holiday Care Available May 18, 2020 – May 22, 2020 The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA Please contact David to sign up for Holiday Care.

Memorial Day May 25, 2020

2020-21 Summer Term Begins May 26, 2020 The Montessori Academy of Arlington, 3428 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76016, USA

Father's Day June 21, 2020

Independence Day July 4, 2020

2020-21 Summer Term Ends August 7, 2020

Staff Work Week - No Class or Holiday Care August 10, 2020 – August 14, 2020

2020-21 Fall Term Begins August 17, 2020