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Dear Santa Cruz Montessori families,

We are so appreciative of your patience and support as we have continued our planning these last weeks. We are always encouraging the children to think flexibly and adapt to new situations and we have been put to this same test in the past few weeks. We are excited to share with you the Distance Learning Plan for the coming 2020-2021 school year. YCC and Primary programs will begin in person but may need to pivot to short periods of distance learning. Our Elementary and Wavecrest programs will be starting completely in distance learning. The following plan outlines these programs and more sections and information will be added in the coming weeks. You can also expect more detailed information from your child’s teacher as the school year approaches. 

At our board meeting last night, discounted tuition rates for our Elementary and Wavecrest programs were decided. At Wavecrest, tuition will be discounted 20% during distance learning; at Upper Elementary tuition will be discounted 30% during distance learning; and at lower elementary tuition will be discounted 40% during distance learning. When a child returns to in-person instruction, tuition rates will return to normal. A family may also choose to remain in distance learning for the year at the discounted tuition rate. We will also be offering an Independent Study Program for families that would like more limited support. The Independent Study Program (ISP) will be offered at 75% of the distance learning tuition for your child’s level. Enrollment in either program ensures a place for your child when school reopens. 

We ask that Elementary and Wavecrest families confirm plans for the fall and secure your child’s place as soon as possible by filling out the attached Enrollment Commitment Form. Please fill it out once for each child who will be enrolled in the 1st through 9th grade in the 2020-2021 school year. We appreciate your prompt response as it informs our planning. 

We can continue to apply the same percentage of Tuition Assistance to the new discounted tuition rates.  If your family is no longer in need of Tuition Assistance due to the discounted rates, then please indicate that in the enrollment commitment form. During this time of crisis, we appreciate those that are willing to reconsider their Tuition Assistance awards. 

While the last months have brought many challenges, we continue to be so grateful for our Santa Cruz Montessori community. We thank you for working with us and sticking with us. We are so excited to see your children, virtually or in person, in the fall!

2020 Elementary & Wavecrest Enrollment Commitment Form

Use this form to let us know your plans for the 2020-2021 school year. Your response to this form will guide us as we prepare your enrollment.

Please fill this form out separately for each child who will be enrolled in 1st through 9th grade in the 2020-2021 school year
Enrollment Commitment Form

Distance Learning Plan

As the need for distance learning continues and we prepare to open our classrooms virtually this fall, Santa Cruz Montessori remains dedicated to meeting our mission in new and purposeful ways. As a virtual Montessori learning community, our goal is to continue to inspire a love of learning, create community connection, and support the development of the whole child. As Montessorians, we are uniquely positioned to observe, assess, and adapt to the needs of our students and families. We offer a safe and loving online community in which children are supported, challenged, and guided to grow, learn, and connect with one another and the greater community and world as possible.We acknowledge that supporting the whole family is a crucial part of our distance learning program, and commit to educating and collaborating with students and parents to create a supportive and loving community for all.
Read Distance Learning Plan

SCM Operating Plan

View Operating Plan

Please take a moment to review our 2020-2021 operating plan. You will find answers to many questions about safety procedures for next year.

SCM Parents Resources Page

scms.org/parents

This is our homepage for parents. Here you will find important documents and updates. Check back often as we are always updating this page!

Santa Cruz Montessori



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