“Peace is what every human being is craving for, and it can be brought about by humanity through the child.”
—Maria Montessori
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The above information is from a “Google Calendar” and can be added to any Google Account by clicking here.
Picture Retakes: Nov 14
The photographer will return to both campuses on the morning of November 14.
Please email [email protected] before November 10 should you wish to have your child’s picture retaken.
New Play Structure
In collaboration with the St. Andrew’s Heights Community Association, the City of Calgary and the Parks Foundation, in the spring of 2027, MMEC will support the construction of a new play structure in the field by our main campus. The existing structure and ground covering will be replaced at a cost of approximately $350,000. The City will contribute a minimal amount to the project, and we hope to receive a grant through the Parks Foundation. The St. Andrew’s Heights Community Association will also fundraise and donate funds. As one of the primary users of the playground, MMEC hopes to contribute approximately $80,000 to this project. Fundraising plans to follow!
If you have fundraising expertise or would like to volunteer, please contact Servejit at [email protected].
Program Transition Event
Is your child moving into casa, grade 1, grade 4, or grade 7 in September 2026?
Please join us for the MMEC Program Transition Event at the main campus on Tuesday, December 2! It begins immediately after the school day.
Come in, check out the MMEC classrooms, and meet all of our Guides. While this event is particularly targeted to families in their final year of a program who are preparing to transition to a new class, ALL families are welcome. The MMEC Program Transition Event will provide a preview of the following: Montessori and Alberta educational program, work samples, lessons, information on the next stage of development, and a chance to speak with the Guides. Do you have time for a journey through Montessori? You may enjoy visiting all programs from Casa to Erdkinder!
We look forward to welcoming you!
Independent Schools
“The Alberta Advantage: Why Parents Choose Independent Schools” is a video which explores how independent schools fit into the province’s education system, who attends them, and the benefits they offer.
Lessons in Practical Life
“All activities connected with caring for oneself and the environment—like getting dressed, preparing food, setting the table, wiping floors, clearing dishes—these are tasks that adults often avoid. Yet, for children between one and four, these jobs are a source of joy, and they eagerly rise to the invitation to participate.”
— Dr. Silvana Montanaro
Why is my child washing tables all day? The value of the lessons in practical life by Tim Seldin for The Montessori Way:
https://www.montessori.org/why-is-my-child-washing-tables-all-day-the-value-of-the-lessons-in-practical-life/
Screens and Stillness
Over the past month, I have been exploring the concept of screentime stewardship as a social change initiative, and the journey has been eye-opening. Read on!
Screens and Stillness: A Call to Screentime Stewardship by Jennifer Iamele Savage:
https://www.montessori.org/screens-and-stillness_-a-call-to-screentime-stewardship
Usborne Book Sale
On Thursday, Dec 4th & Friday, Dec 5th our library will host Usborne Literacy Fair & Book Sale!
The annual Usborne Book Fair is back. Please come out and support your school and see Usborne’s award-winning range of entertaining and educational books for children from toddlers to teens. During Parent-Guide Conference days, there will be lots of sample books on display, including many NEW titles! You will also have a chance to preview approximately 2,000 titles from the catalogue.
Your purchases will earn 25% of the retail sales in FREE BOOKS for your classrooms and school library. The Librarian will also have the school’s “Wish List” posted in case you would like to donate through our ADOPT-A-BOOK program. Usborne will add a “book donated by…” sticky label to each item purchased.
Usborne also offers a highly regarded range of reading books from the very first steps in reading to titles for confident readers, as well as many titles that complement & enrich the Alberta Curriculum for all Preschool, Elementary, and Junior High grades. Shop for home, school, the car, travel, gifts, and more! Any purchases will be ordered and delivered to the school approximately 2 weeks later.
If you cannot make it to the Book Fair in person but would like to show your support, a website will be available for online orders on December 4th – 5th. Free shipping to the school will be available for these orders if you use the specific Usborne website customized for MMEC. Further details will be sent out the week of the Book Fair.
Thank you!
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact your Usborne Books Consultant directly:
Carol Cooper – [email protected]
Usborne Books Consultant & Education Specialist
Playground Balance
Playground Fun, Safety, and Kindness: Finding the Balance!
Have you ever wondered what allows our outdoor spaces to function smoothly during the school days?
Our playground is a wonderful place for children to explore, move, and grow — a space filled with laughter, cooperation, and imagination. At our Montessori school, we encourage play that supports physical development, confidence, and prosocial skills — learning to share, take turns, solve problems together, and care for one another.
We also value appropriate risky play — climbing, balancing, jumping, and testing limits safely. These experiences help children build coordination, courage, and self-awareness while learning how to make thoughtful, responsible choices.
To keep our playground safe, fair, and fun for everyone, please remember these important rules:
- No dogs on the playground or anywhere on the field or school property.
- No toys, balls, bikes, or sleds on the pressed tire surface.
- When playtime is over, put all balls and toys away in the grey bin near the school.
- If there’s a line, we take 2-minute turns on the swings and spinners so everyone has a chance to play.
By following these guidelines, children not only stay safe but also practice respect, empathy, patience, and cooperation — key prosocial skills that help our community thrive. Together, we make the playground a place where everyone can move freely, play joyfully, and learn through active discovery and kindness.
With Gratitude!
Flagpole
We are grateful to Chris Schmeilleur and Logan for donating the labour and supplies for our new flagpole. Thank you!
Spooky Festival
Hello MMEC Community!
We want to offer you all a huge thank you for all the support that this community showed us during our Spooky Festival. We hope it was an amazing experience for parents, students, and staff alike. It was an experience that couldn’t have happened without your help and participation. As promised, here’s the winners of our Spooky Fest events:
Candy Jar Winner: Sophia from LE1! Guessed the exact amount – 204 pieces of candy
Toddler 1 Pumpkin: Saoirse, from Toddler 1
Toddler 2 Pumpkin: Their own class with discuss how they’d like to keep it
Casa 1 Pumpkin: Hossien (UE2)
Casa 2 Pumpkin: Coco (from Casa 2)
Casa 3 Pumpkin: Camilla C. (Casa 3)
LE1 Pumpkin: William W. (Casa 3)
LE2 Pumpkin: Dominic (LE2)
LE3 Pumpkin: Jensan R. (LE3)
UE1 Pumpkin: Daniel B. (Casa 3)
UE2 Pumpkin: Ayesha S. (UE2)
Erdkinder Pumpkin: Jacob D. (UE1)
Once again, we thank you for your support, and have a wonderful Fall Break.
– Alex on behalf of the Erdkinder Community
Pumpkin Drop
5th Annual Pumpkin Drop will be open November 1st, on the south side of MMEC.
Fall Break
This year Fall Break starts on Friday October 31st, with classes not re-opening until Wednesday November 12th.
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