Organizations Filed Purposes:
Sophia Montessori Academy is dedicated to serving children and families by inspiring a deep love of the Faith, to assist them in becoming problem solvers, critical thinkers, and fearless leaders. This is accomplished through a rigorous, classically-based curriculum following Dr. Montessori's method of education. Our mission is to bring the children into relationship with Christ through a way of life based in Truth, Beauty, and Goodness as we lead them to their full God-given potential. Our approach is founded on the reality of Christ as the Good Shepherd. Religious education is fostered specifically through the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and supported through the Divine Liturgy and daily prayer.
Sophia Montessori Academy employs well-educated and trained staff to assist in serving all enrolled student and families through a classically based curriculum based on Dr. Montessori's method of education, The Staff must complete rigorous training and maintain their certification through continued education classes and other classes.
The facility and classroom of SMA is provided for students' learning environment. All spaces are kept in order and clean at all times. The materials and lessons offered are frequently rotated and renewed throughout the school year. In the summer months, the outdoor space includes gardening activities and water play. Seasonal crafts and field trips are provided to enlarge cultural experience.
Fundraising activities provide tuition support for students and families and support classroom needs throughout the year. Our largest fundraiser, an annual Gala, had to be postponed until October 2020.
Executives Listed on Filing
Total Salary includes financial earnings, benefits, and all related organization earnings listed on tax filing
| Name | Title | Hours Per Week | Total Salary |
|---|
| Irene Ortega | School Director | 40 | $30,480 |
| Pauline Meert | School Director | 40 | $30,480 |
| Emma Hecker | Teacher | 30 | $14,000 |
| Theresa Grondin | Teacher | 30 | $2,000 |
| Paul Winkler | Financial Advisor | 2 | $0 |
| Patricia Cisle | Curriculum Advisor | 2 | $0 |
| Father Michael Oloughlin | Chaplain | 2 | $0 |
| Rudy Andras | President and Financial Advisor | 2 | $0 |
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