As we move into March, we continue to focus on two main areas: increased academics and supporting students and staff in finding new schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Thank you to Mr. Juan, Ms. Maria, Ms. Sandra, Ms. Abby, and Ms. Mel for making hundreds of phone calls as we connected with families and helped them enroll.
If you applied in Round 1, on March 13, you will get a formal results letter offering you a seat. If you applied in Round 1 but did not complete the Enrollment Transition Survey, it is not too late for you to be offered a seat at Reilly Montessori; we just have to wait a little while longer for the news. When you receive this results letter on March 13, you MUST do two things to confirm your spot: 1. Go into Enroll Austin and accept your seat as soon as possible. 2. Complete annual forms if you have not done so already.
If you did not apply for any school in Round 1, you can enroll now in your home school, or you can still apply now through April 10 to Reilly Montessori if you are interested! Our front office is happy to help families in securing a seat at their preferred school next year. Please call 512-414-2390 to set-up a meeting with our front office staff.
We hope your family enjoys spring break. I know our staff will appreciate the time to rest before a full last two months of school. Your principal,
Ms. Bridget bridget.farr@austinisd.org 512-414-2390 ext. 59454 |
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Congratulations to our Upper EL students who competed in the Austin Symphony Orchestra's Paint to Music Contest. Students were encouraged to create artwork based on this year's program titled, "The Water Cycle". The artwork was showcased on Monday, February 23rd during the ASO Young People's Concert. 1st Place- Ondine Siano 2nd Place June Cameroneil
3rd Place- Sebastian Quindlen Honorable Mention: Alura Bell |
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Our Academic Scores are Improving! |
Our Montessori guides have been committed to growing our students academically this year and the results show that what we are doing is working! Our scores from the December mapGrowth assessment and the STAAR interim exam put us at or above the district average in both math and reading! You can see details of our STAAR Interim scores here.
See our assessment calendar here. |
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Supporting Our Mathematicians!
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This semester, we are focusing on building our students' mathematical thinking through Daily Numeracy. The goal of daily numeracy is, "to empower students to reason with numbers in an accurate, efficient, and flexible way."
Each day, classroom guides spend 10 minutes reviewing the images below and asking students questions to push their thinking. In March, we are focused on placing numbers on a number line. We encourage you to try them at home with your student. Daily Numeracy Steps:
Find the images in our a shared folder for families. Look at one image with your child. Use the question guides to start the conversation. Any answer with reason is acceptable!
Thank you for supporting our students in growing their skills as mathematicians. | |
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Spring Break March 16-20: No school! |
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| Pride week is one of the many ways we highlight the district's commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all.
Why it matters: When students feel safe and can show up as their full selves at school, they’re better able to engage in learning and thrive academically. Winn Montessori Schedule:
Monday: All Are Welcome- Welcoming messages on our sidewalk with chalk.
Tuesday: Differences are beYOUtiful! -Students decorate cards to give to a family member, classmate or teacher with the message “You Matter.”
Wednesday: I am beYOUtiful! Wear something that makes you feel beautiful, confident, and proud of who you are. Students can also wear the rainbow!(Free dress day)
Thursday: Our Community is beYOUtiful!- Post pictures or drawings of families on our Winn Family bulletin board.
Friday: All the Colors/Local Pride & Spirit Day- We love everyone at Winn Montessori! Make friendship bracelets: braid yarn, beads. Everyone wears Winn Montessori shirts and rainbow swag (bracelet, sticker, etc.) Why in March? The Austin Pride Parade take place in the summer when students are not in school.
Go deeper…with the Pride 2025 FAQs |
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School Uniform plus Fun Dress Days!
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Please remember that each day your child should be dressed in the school uniform. Our uniforms can be purchased at various retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target or any second-hand store. Our uniform consists of: Navy or gray tops (or any Winn Montessori t-shirt) Navy or khaki bottoms (no denim) Navy, gray, or khaki dresses, jumpers, rompers, etc. (no denim) -
Tennis shoes (no Crocs, sandals or flip flops)
The PTA maintains a FREE uniform closet outside the Caregiver Support Specialist's office, and families are free to shop and donate gently used uniforms any time they wish throughout the school year. Additionally, the PTA holds uniform swap events several times per year for families to pass down their gently used items and shop for the next size up.
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Fun Dress Days for March, April, and May! |
After our some of our students wrote a petition and attended our Campus Advisory Council meeting, Ms. Bridget and the CAC have approved a series of fun dress days for students! On these days, students do not need to wear a uniform, though their clothing should still include tennis shoes and comply with the Austin ISD dress code. We appreciate our students using their voice: Friday, March 27: Wear your Winn Montessori t-shirt and rainbow colors.
Monday, April 27: Spring colors!
Thursday, May 28: Summer Outfit/Beach Day |
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Winn Montessori Campus Expectations
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Click here to learn all about our school expectations, including uniforms, absences, volunteer opportunities, and even birthdays (Montessori celebrations without snacks)! |
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Family fun at PTA Game Night!
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