Maryland Avenue Montessori School

My child has been at Maryland Avenue Montessori for two years and even at age 5 is already reading and writing (learning cursive right away). The community of parents, teachers, staff, administrators and students is a great one. Lots of parent involvement. Here are the November 2010 WKCE numbers from MPS for Maryland (the state/MPS/choice numbers are from DPI): Math: 77.7% proficient and advanced (up 1.3% over previous year). That's above state (77.2), MPS (47.8) and choice/voucher schools (34.4) Reading: 84.6% (+4.4% over previous year). State (83), MPS (59), choice/voucher (55.2) So, please disregard the Great Schools "3" rating, which no longer applies and is likely left over from the days when the school had a traditional program. It has since converted to an entirely Montessori K3-8.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children at Maryland Avenue Montessori school. I am also a former staff member. It has been a great environment for my children. I would recommend parents visit and see if this school is a great fit for your family too.
--Submitted by a parent

I have 2 children at Maryland and they are thriving. The teachers are top notch and the principal is great. There are lots of chances to be involved in the school and lots of parents and community members can be found working with children or working in or around the school and grounds. This is a school full of love. The children can be children here and have a happy, healthy school experience.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school! It has been a great place for my son, and my daughter starts there in the fall. Superior teaching staff and educational model.
--Submitted by a parent

Maryland Ave. is a wonderful school. I am a teacher there and unfortunately this will be my last year here because of the ending of the traditional teaching program. Teaching at Maryland Ave has been such a wonderful experience for me that it has motivated me to seek montessori educational training so that I can come back to this school and teach here again.
--Submitted by Sara Wroblewski, a teacher

The school is located on the East side of the city near the University and several hospitals. It is a beautiful location and accessible. We are pleased with and excited by the academic progress of our son since beginning Maryland Avenue's Montessori program (fall of 2004). The classrooms are warm and inviting and every experience I have had with any staff member has been wonderful. My husband and I really vacillated on sending our son to an MPS school- now we are struggling with what to do if we decide to move out of the district boundaries. We highly recommend Maryland Avenue and have nothing but exceptional views of this school!
--Submitted by Jenni Hofschulte, a parent

I couldn't be happier with the education and care my children are getting in the Montessori program at Maryland Avenue. In addition, the school is clean, well organized, and calm. The children are polite and considerate. My daughter loves the after school program.
--Submitted by Cory Johnson, a parent

We were hesitant at first about sending our children to MPS, but we are thrilled with Maryland Avenue Montessori. The teachers are highly educated and respected by parents and students. Our daughter is flourishing!
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children in the Montessori program. I am delighted with the program. The staff is terrific, and instill a true love of learning in their pupils. The parents are becoming a cohesive, helpful body, supporting the school and the staff. Milwaukee is fortunate to have this program within MPS. I would encourage any parent considering a Montessori education to look closely at Maryland Ave. You will find a warm, welcoming and strong academic program.
--Submitted by Ann Jacobs, a parent

I have two children in the Montessori program at Maryland Avenue School. I am thrilled with the education they are receiving! I really like Maryland Avenue because it is a small school community with a caring staff. I also appreciate that parental involvement is welcomed and encouraged.
--Submitted by Mary Krawczyk, a parent