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Our Kindergarteners from the Cabrillo, Crescent, and Peak Ave campuses had an exciting adventure on December 5th. They spent the day at the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, a place filled with hands-on exhibits that encourage curiosity and creativity. The children explored interactive displays, experimented with science and art activities, and learned through play. Guided by our teachers, they had the chance to ask questions, solve problems, and discover new ideas while working together. This field trip was a wonderful opportunity for our students to see how learning happens everywhere. We

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The Kindergarten class at our Cantera Montessori Campus took part in a meaningful field trip this December. On December 5th, our children visited the Brown Santa Toy Donation program, a Williamson County initiative that supports families during the holiday season. The children proudly brought toys to share, learning firsthand the joy of giving. Guided by our teachers, they saw how their small acts of kindness can make a big difference for other children in the community. The trip gave our Kindergarteners a chance to practice generosity, experience the importance of community service,

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Our Cantera Kindergarten students had an incredible learning adventure during their field trip to Cutter Aviation. The day gave children a first-hand look at the fascinating world of aviation. They explored the airport facilities, watched planes up close, and met aviation professionals who explained how pilots, mechanics, and ground crews work together to keep planes safe and ready for travel. The teaching team encouraged students to ask questions and make observations, sparking curiosity about science, technology, and transportation. For many children, this was their very first time seeing an airplane so close,

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At Montessori School of Silicon Valley, the Thanksgiving Feast is a time to come together as a classroom and school community. On November 20th, the children will gather for a meal made possible by the generous ingredient donations of families.   This event highlights the Montessori spirit of gratitude and community. Each class makes a dish to share with the other classroom communities, while children add their own touch by creating keepsake placemats that make the meal even more meaningful. Families can look forward to bringing these placemats home to use during

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Our Kindergarten students spent a wonderful day at Ardenwood Historic Farm on November 6th. This special field trip gave them the chance to step back in time and see what life was like on a working farm. The children explored wide open fields, met farm animals, and learned about traditional farming practices. They watched demonstrations, asked questions, and connected classroom lessons about history and nature to real-world experiences. This outing reflected the Montessori approach of hands-on discovery. Our teaching team encouraged children to notice details, share observations, and reflect on what they

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On November 11th, our Lead Guides will meet with each family for Parent Teacher Conferences. These sessions give parents and teachers the opportunity to reflect on each child’s progress and set goals for the months ahead. Here’s what you can expect: Personalized insights: Teachers will share highlights from the classroom and discuss developmental milestones. Progress reports: Each family will receive a written report on Friday, November 7th as a reference for your meeting. Focused goal setting: Together, we’ll outline next steps for your child from November through March. Convenience: The school will be closed, but childcare is available during your conference for enrolled

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On October 28th, our families gathered for a festive evening filled with costumes, decorated vehicles, and community fun. Highlights included children trunk-or-treating in costume, families showcasing creativity with decorated cars and even military vehicles, and joyful atmosphere shared by all. We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this event such a success. Trunk or Treat continues to highlight the heart and spirit of our Cantera community. And what everyone has been waiting for, our contest winners! Crowd Favorites Brendan Brown from The Bin Spa, a Central Texas company that offers trash can

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On October 24th, our MSOSV Kindergarteners enjoyed a field trip to Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch. This special outing connected to classroom lessons about farms, nature, and the changing seasons. The trip gave our students a chance to explore these themes in a real-world setting. Immersion in Farm Life The day began with a guided tour through the the lifecycle of a pumpkin. Students listened to an engaging talk about pumpkins and farming, sparking curiosity and giving them new knowledge to bring back into the classroom. Seasonal Activities and Pumpkin Picking After the tour, students

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On October 24th, our families gathered for a festive evening filled with costumes, decorated vehicles, and community fun. Some of the highlights were seeing alumni families come back to join in on the fun, children and parents alike interacting and having fun at each trunk, and the creativity of all the trunks and costumes. And what everyone has been waiting for, our contest winners! Crowd Favorites Myers Family, Delylah is an MSOSV alumni and graduated our Kindergarten program at Main Street Montessori – Gum Ball Machine Iseman Family, Mason is an MSOSV alumni and graduated our Kindergarten

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On October 24th, our families gathered for a festive evening filled with costumes, decorated vehicles, and community fun. Some of the highlights were seeing alumni families come back to join in on the fun, children and parents alike having an impromptu Bluey dance party, and the creativity of all the trunks and costumes. And what everyone has been waiting for, our contest winners! Crowd Favorites Sun Family, Angelina is part of our Yellowstone community – Jurassic Park, T-Rex Escaped Steve Roma, our neighbor over at Redeeming Grace Lutheran Church – Costco Samples Ms. Joti & Ms. Paulina, Lead Guide

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