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Building Strong Foundations: Pinyon Montessori Enrollment for 2026-2027 is Coming Soon!
The journey to a lifelong love of learning starts here! Priority Enrollment for the 2026-2027 Academic Year kicks off Monday, January 5th. Don't miss your family's chance to secure a spot for re-enrolling students, siblings and extended family! Open enrollment for all new families will begin on Monday, January 26th , and wraps up Friday, January 23rd. Spots will fill up quickly, so be sure to submit your child's re-enrollment form and family member's application and take ad

Margaret Mc Donald
6 days ago2 min read


Enrollment FAQ
Choosing the right educational environment for your child is a truly significant decision, and we want you to feel completely at ease and certain about joining our community! We've gathered all the essential enrollment information here to guide you through the process. This resource was inspired by the questions we've been asked by families like yours. Q: What's the first step in the enrollment process? A: Our enrollment is a simple, four-step journey designed to be easy for

Margaret Mc Donald
6 days ago4 min read


Pinyon Montessori Mid-Year Enrollment: Discover the Difference
Is your child’s school not working? Pinyon Montessori has mid-year openings! If you know that your child could thrive in a different environment? Now is the time to act! Our "Discover the Pinyon Difference" campaign is wrapping up, and we have very limited mid-year enrollment spots to start the New Year. If you’ve been searching for better alternatives for your child, don't wait until next fall. Secure your child's fresh start now . Switching now ensures your child can star

Margaret Mc Donald
Nov 121 min read


Is Your Child's School Just Not Clicking? Discover Pinyon Montessori!
We get it – finding the perfect fit for your child's education and care can feel like a real journey. If you've been wondering if there's something more out there for your child, we invite you to explore Pinyon Montessori. We know our programs can make a difference for your child and your family! Nurturing children. Strengthening communities. Great news! Pinyon Montessori currently has a few limited spots open for this school year, and we're ready to welcome mid-year transiti

Margaret Mc Donald
Oct 191 min read


Celebrating Six Weeks and the Magic of Normalization!
Can you believe it's already been six weeks since we welcomed your wonderful children back to school? It feels like just yesterday we were starting a new year, and now, here we are, often seeing the beautiful process of normalization truly begin to blossom! In Montessori, "normalization" is a concept near and dear to our hearts. It doesn't mean a child was ever "abnormal," but rather, it's about a child returning to their true, best self. It's that magical moment when you see

Margaret Mc Donald
Oct 52 min read


The Pinyon Montessori Difference: Nurturing Independence and a Love for Learning from Day One
The start of a new school year is always an exciting time, especially here at Pinyon Montessori! For both our returning families and those just beginning to explore the Montessori approach, we want to share a little about how we create a truly special and supportive environment for your child, right from those very first weeks. Settling In: Building a Strong Foundation Our youngest student proudly rolls his rug and puts it away. Our initial focus is on establishing a strong f

Margaret Mc Donald
Sep 143 min read


Morning Drop-Off Woes
Tips to Ease Tears, Screams, and Guilt Let's be honest, those morning drop-offs can be tough on everyone! At Pinyon, we totally get it, because we're not just educators, we're parents and caregivers too. We've been there, and we're here to share some of our tips and tricks to make things a little smoother. Making Drop-Offs a Breeze: Allow yourself ample time: To make mornings easier, give yourself plenty of time, stick to a routine, and let your child make small choices. Rus

Margaret Mc Donald
Sep 62 min read


Ready, Set, School! Your Back-to-School Guide
It's almost that time again, and getting ready for back to school can be an adventure for the whole family! Here are some friendly tips to make the transition a little smoother and a lot more fun: 1. Ease into Bedtime Bliss: Let's face it, summer sleep schedules are pretty sweet. But a little tweak now can make that first school morning so much less frantic. Start gently shifting bedtimes earlier, and everyone will be dreaming of school success in no time! 2. Make Them Part o

Margaret Mc Donald
Aug 72 min read
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