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The Montessori Renaissance Experience (MRE) is pleased to present this online source of information about our community school (also referred to as a "charter school") for parents and persons interested in Montessori education for children in Kindergarten through Sixth grades (K-6). We hope you will view the web site in its entirety, click below to sign our Guest Book, and even make comments if you have time. Also, please share our web address with others who might be interested in non-traditional teaching methods and a nurturing and enriched learning environment for children. And, don't forget to tell them that it's FREE! That's right. MRE offers Tuition-Free Montessori education, an exceptional opportunity, especially for disadvantaged and at-risk children. (Refer to Curriculum section for a description of Montessori Philosophy and Methods.)
Background -- In 1999, a group of individuals concerned with improving the academic performance of at-risk students through Montessori curriculum and teaching methods, applied to the Ohio Department of Education to operate a community school. In December 2000, The Montessori Renaissance Experience was established as a private, Ohio nonprofit corporation and, subsequently, received tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Upon successfully completing the Ohio Department of Education's indepth review, The Montessori Renaissance Experience was awarded a 5-year contract in May 2001 to operate The Montessori Renaissance Experience Community School, in accordance with Chapter 3314 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Initially, during school years 2001-02 and 2002-03 educational opportunities were available to students in Kindergarten through Third grades. In school year 2003-04 students eligible for fourth and fifth grades were enrolled. And, beginning school year 2006-07 students in the 6th grade were also enrolled. MRE expects to provide a minimum of 920 instructional hours and a student-teacher ratio not to exceed 18:1 for grades K thru 6 during the current academic year. The school is currently sponsored by Kids Count of Dayton, Inc.
The Montessori Renaissance Experience is governed by a Board of Trustees whose current president is Renee Johnson. The administrator, Cynthia D. Frazier, is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the school. The belief that School Choice Makes A Difference is the underlying premise which spirits the efforts of the MRE Governing Board and staff toward assuring that students receive the best possible educational opportunities for learning and development.
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The Goals of MRE Community School are to:
1- Foster a positive attitude toward learning
2-Encourage self-confidence and independence
3- Encourage an abiding curiosity
4- Instill respect for the dignity of all humankind
5-Foster a healthy attitude toward success
Purpose -- The students enrolled in The Montessori Renaissance Experience Community School are exposed to a non-traditional learning environment. The reason for this is, in the words of Dr. Maria Montessori, "to educate the human potential" by means of a scientifically-prepared enviroment. Such an environment: 1) provides a wide variety of equipment and materials, 2) employs a multi-sensory approach to learning, and 3) frees the child to choose activities according to individual interests, abilities and talents, within certain set limits. The opportunity to participate in one's own education provides children with a context for growing academically, socially and emotionally, guided by the Montessori influence of freedom with discipline.
MRE believes that respect, cooperation and mutual support among students, parents, staff and members of the community, are essential to school success. Together, we can help our community's children become confident, competent, independent, respectful of themselves and of others in the world. Our desire is that they, ultimately, exercise initiative and persistence in completing tasks, exhibit sensitivity, curiosity, creativity, and a spirit of discovery in their approach to life and learning.
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Features of Our School:
- Tuition-Free Montessori Education
- State-sponsored
- Qualified Teachers
- Child-centered Learning
- Teacher-guided Instruction
- Nutritious Meals
- Caring and Nurturing Environment
- Self-discipline, Independence and Creativity Encouraged
Employment Opportunities
MRE Community School is seeking Montessori-certified teachers, preferably with State teacher certification. Interested? Qualified? Call the School Administrator at 614-262-6510.
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Eligibility and Admissions
Priority consideration for admissions is given to students residing in the Columbus City Schools district. Qualifying applicants from other school districts may be accepted provided the school has not reached enrollment capacity; in which case, students will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis. The criteria for admissions are as follows:
- Kindergarten enrollees must be 5 years old by January 1 of the year to be admitted.
- First Grade enrollees must be 6 years old by September 30 and have completed a developmentally-appropriate kindergarten program or have an approved waiver.
- Second through Sixth grade enrollees must have completed developmentally-appropriate prior grade level experiences.
Parents or guardians will be asked to provide specific information about the child (i.e., birth certificate, social security number, immunization records, etc.), as well as the physical address and telephone number where they can be contacted. More detailed information about enrollment requirements, admission policies and procedures, may be obtained by contacting the school office at 614-262-6510.
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Nondiscrimination Policy - The Montessori Renaissance Experience Community School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex or disability, in the administration of its educational and admissions policies or school-administered programs.
The Montessori Renaissance Experience Community School is non-sectarian in its educational programs, admission policies, operations and employment practices.
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1567 Loretta Avenue
Columbus, OH 43211
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