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Important Dates
March 24 - Boosterthon
As we begin planning for our upcoming Boosterthon/Fun Run, we need your help collecting T-shirt sizes for each student. Please take a moment to complete the form linked below with your child’s shirt size. We are asking all families to submit the form by the end of this week, if possible. This will be extremely helpful, as we must turn in our initial shirt order numbers soon.
Thank you for your prompt support—your help allows us to plan ahead and ensure every student receives a shirt in the correct size.
Boosterthon/Fun Run Shirt sizes 2026 – Fill out form
Last Friday of each Month - Donation Dress Down Days- link to donate
View the SCCPSS Academic calendar
Proceeds for this month's dress down go to Oatland Island Wildlife Center.
From Nurse Chris
The link below is for for parents to access important medical forms, including action plans for serious allergies, diet restrictions, asthma, and seizures.
Be on time, everyday!
It is essential to be at school on time. Parents, please remember that students are considered late after 8:15 AM. When students arrive after this time, please park your car and walk your students into the building to be signed in electronically on our school's laptop.
7:55am- Doors open for student arrival
8:15am- Doors close and classes begin. Parents, please remember that students are considered late after 8:15 AM. When students arrive after this time, please park your car and walk your students into the building to be signed in electronically on our school's laptop.
2:55pm- Dismissal process begins
3:15pm- Dismissal ends
Circle Park
Gentle Notice to Circle Park Walkers
Families who utilize Circle Park before or after school are kindly asked to be respectful of the surrounding neighborhood and residents’ personal property. Please remind students to avoid walking or running through yards and to be mindful of sprinklers, lawn decorations, grass, fencing, and other private property.
Thank you for helping our school community remain a good neighbor.
Boosterthon is March 24th
We are having an out of this world time during our Charles Ellis Montessori Academy Fun Run this year! This weekend's challenge comes straight from outer space as the class with the Most NEW Donations over the Weekend will get to SLIME Allstar Alan! Signup and share your link on mybooster.com!
Field Day is May 8th
It is my Favorite time of the year, it's time to get ready for Field Day! Please place your order for field day t-shirts by the 8th of April. Use this link to order T-shirts.
GMAS STUDY GUIDE AND ONLINE PRACTICE TOOLS
GMAS is just around the corner! GADOE has created a great resource for students and families to use when preparing for the assessment.
To access state assessment practice tests:
- Go to: https://portal.te.drcedirect.com/GA/gaeogsg
- Select a subject area (such as Math, ELA, or Science)
- Select the appropriate grade level
- Begin the practice test
Summer Learning
Keep learning going all summer! ☀️📚
SCCPSS offers a variety of summer learning resources to help students stay sharp and ready for the next school year. From practice activities to enrichment opportunities, there’s something for everyone.
Explore all options here: https://www.sccpss.com/departments/academics/summer-learning
Cell Phone Use
Attention Students: Please keep your cell phone turned off until you leave school.
Power School Access
Stay in the know through Parent Access
- Attendance, Report Cards, Assignments, Grades (6th-8th), Forms and more!
Two Ways to Get Access:
1. Online Applications:
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Families Tab
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Student & Parent Tools
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PowerSchool Parent Access
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New parents can sign up and/or recover a previous account if you forgot your password within minutes
2. Paper Applications:
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Available at the school site (and attached below)
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New accounts or recover a previous account within 24hrs.
Power Up With Power School
Help our school win $500 by signing up for a PowerSchool Parent Portal account, if you haven't already!
Asynchronous Remote Learning Requests
Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools has created an Asynchronous Remote Learning to provide students the opportunity to participate remotely if they are unable to attend school. Asynchronous Remote Learning can only be used a maximum of 5 times per school year. Note this is not to be confused with district e-learning days already scheduled on the school district calendar.
To participate in Asynchronous Remote Learning, a request needs to be completed in PowerSchool Parent Portal PRIOR to the absence. If approved, the student will then be given instructions about what learning platform to log into on the day of their absence from their teachers. To be counted present for attendance purposes, the student must log in to the learning platform and complete work on the day of their absence.
Please note: Asynchronous Remote Learning requests will not be approved if requested after the absence or on SCCPSS mandated testing days.
How to Submit an ARL Request
- Log into the Parent Portal
- Select your student at the top of the screen
- From the left menu, click Forms
- Under General, select ARL Remote Learning Request
- Complete the form with:
- Today’s date
- Requested remote learning dates (up to 5)
- Review the Parent Acknowledgement
- Type your name as a signature
- Click Submit
Using the PowerSchool App?
- Tap More in the bottom right corner
- Select Forms
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Choose the ARL Remote Learning Request form
PTA
The PTA is a vital part of our school community. Anyone (grandparents, community members, etc.) who wants to support our students, staff, and school is encouraged to join the PTA.
JOIN TODAY at this link.
PTA Meetings:
November 18th, 6pm
April 14th, 6pm
Special Events:
- Booster-a-thon, March 24th Boosterthon/Fun Run Shirt
📣 School Spirit Wear is Here! 🎉
Show your Charles Ellis Montessori pride with our spirit wear!
🛒 For a limited time you can order online: https://charles-ellis-montessori-pta.square.site
For any questions about your purchase, please email: charlesellismontessoripta@gmail.com.
Let’s show our school spirit together!
Membership must be renewed yearly at this link. It only costs $7 to join.
Montessori Education Society of Savannah (M.E.S.S.)
Who we are:
The Montessori Education Society of Savannah (M.E.S.S) is an advocacy group formed primarily by Charles Ellis Montessori Academy parents to support the teachers and administration of our school and promote Montessori Education in the Savannah Community.
Our Why:
Our ultimate goal is to receive American Montessori Society accreditation. This is the gold standard of Montessori school excellence and will distinguish our school community by implementing and sustaining rigorous standards for a quality, authentic Montessori education. In order to receive accreditation, all lead teachers must hold a Montessori credential or be currently enrolled in a program. This training is vital for maintaining a true Montessori environment.
Our Fundraising Goals:
- 2025-2026 Fundraising Goal for Teacher Certification = $70,000
- Cost for Elementary I + Elementary II Certification = $13,511/teacher
- Total Students at Charles Ellis Montessori Academy = 434
- Monthly Cost per student to reach our goal = $13.50/month
- Our goal is 100% participation from Ellis families
How You Can Help:
A recurring donation of any amount would be a tremendous step toward reaching our goal! You can sign up monthly using the QR Code below. Alternatively, a one time donation in any amount that makes sense for your family would be extremely appreciated. Again, the goal is 100% participation from our Charles Ellis community. Thank you if you are already a M.E.S.S. supporter!
School Council
2025/2026 School Council Meeting Schedule:
All meetings take place in the school Library and are open for anyone in the Ellis community to attend.
October 15, 3:30pm
November 19, 3:30 pm
January 14, 3:30pm
March 11, 3:30pm
Meeting agenda and minutes found here.
School Counseling
Careers on Wheels event for Primary and Lower Elementary is set for Thursday, March 26th. This is an opportunity to expose our younger students to a variety of careers and related fields via their vehicles. If you are connected to a vehicle which showcases a career, and would like to sign up to volunteer to speak about your career and work vehicle, click here or contact us.
Ms. Ava - Upper Elementary & Erd Kinder School Counselor
912-395-5470 x71243
Ms. Rebecca- Primary & Lower Elementary School Counselor
912-395-5470 x71201
Grace and Courtesy
Grace and Courtesy
Throughout the school year, Ellis has a school-wide focus on certain positive character traits. Each teacher may choose to highlight these "Grace & Courtesy" emphases differently, but as a school we follow a general common curriculum.
Our school-wide Grace & Courtesy emphasis is COMPASSION
The language of identifying Responsibility from "The Self-Awakened Child" series by Jonathan Wolf.
I am aware of others' needs and am respectful
I manage frustrations and disappointments appropriately
Ellis Family Handbook
The Ellis Family Handbook is located on the school website under the Families tabs.
Questions?
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. You have resources available to you:
- Your student's teacher
- Fellow school community members (via "Charles Ellis Montessori Academy PTA" Facebook group- search for it and join!)
- And here on the website!
Contact
Principal
Assistant Principal
Information Specialist
School Counselors
Ms. Rebecca (PreK-3rd) & Ms. Ava (4th-8th)
School Librarian
- Weekly Wonders