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We are so excited to announce, that the months of hard work, stress and grey hairs, have finally come to fruition. We have closed the purchase on the former Justice Building, now the Children’s Kiva Montessori School. Construction is currently underway, with a school opening date of August 20th. We will be providing more details as we move closer to August regarding any help we may need in order to open this amazing space for our children. Thank you for all your thoughts, prayers and encouragement along the way. We couldn’t have done this without you. What an amazing year our students are going to have. Looking forward to talking with all of you soon!!
601 N. Mildred
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 564-9377
Welcome to our school!
Mission
Children’s Kiva Montessori School uses authentic Montessori Methods, Community-Based educational approaches, and integrated academics (STEAM) to support student academic success, responsibility, and independence.
Vision
Children’s Kiva Montessori School will provide a vibrant and engaging learning environment based on the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori that supports all students’ academic excellence and ability to become empowered, creative, lifelong learners responsible for themselves, their community, and their environment.
In 2013 the Founding Committee (consisting of 8 volunteers) submitted an application to the Colorado League of Charter Schools and the Colorado Department of Education to establish what is now Children’s Kiva Montessori School. Authorized by our local school district, Re-1, we are now a School of Choice for Montezuma County. As a free, public charter school, we employed 10 staff with a student body of 72 for the 2014-15 academic year. Increasing our 2015-16 enrollment to a student body total of 115, with an addition of 6 staff members, we had a waitlist of over 20 additional students. For the 2016-2017 school year, we had a student body of 116 students. For the 2017-2018 school year, we had a student body of 130 students and a staff of 17. For the 2018-2019 school year, we will have a student body of 175, and a staff of 23.
Our first through fourth years could not have been more successful. Thank you to all of our families and supporters! Here is a glimpse of what we, as an entire community, have to take pride in.
Children’s Kiva Montessori School…
· ...developed positive, strong working relationships with numerous local business, community members, and with our authorizer, Re-1.
Explore our website to learn more about our K-8th grade Montessori STEAM school, thanks for finding us.
Our first through fourth years could not have been more successful. Thank you to all of our families and supporters! Here is a glimpse of what we, as an entire community, have to take pride in.
Children’s Kiva Montessori School…
· ...developed positive, strong working relationships with numerous local business, community members, and with our authorizer, Re-1.
- …participated successfully in all required state assessments.
- …enrolled 60 previously homeschooled and out of district students into our program, which brought significant funds directly to the district and our community.
- …received a start-up grant of $567,000 to be disbursed over the first three years.
- …using grant monies, over $150,000 was spent on professional development.
- …implemented a successful Health and Wellness Program and a physical fitness program (SPARK) for all staff and students.
- …students thrived in the Montessori educational environment and look forward to year 4!
Explore our website to learn more about our K-8th grade Montessori STEAM school, thanks for finding us.