Spokane Public Montessori

09/04/2026

September is here, we had our first lovely rain and our children, students, staff are establishing routines and practices centered around our Agreements. The vibe is caring, kind and calm and learning is already abounding!

In fact, look at all these BRAINS!

Learning about the hemispheres of the brain and the functions brought a stream of "show-off" and conversation into the office! Thank you, Ms. Whitney, for this Brain Parade!

08/24/2026

The 2026-27 school year is off to a great start!

Today, SPM families met with teachers during Launch Conferences to share goals, build connections, and prepare for a successful year ahead. We are grateful for our incredible families and staff who make our school community so special.

We can't wait to welcome students back to campus!

08/05/2026

COME TOGETHER: Hundreds of representatives from dozens of organizations gathered at Shadle Park High School this morning with a single goal: supporting families impacted by the Spokane Complex Wildfires.

Spokane Public Schools superintendent Adam Swinyard and Innovia Foundation CEO Shelly O'Quinn convened the assembly of government agencies, nonprofit organizations, faith community leaders, health care providers, educators and many other entities engaged in fire recovery efforts.

Keep reading at spokaneschools.org/article/3060064.

Find a local resource directory for those impacted by wildfires at SpokaneCommunityResources.org.

08/04/2026

FREE DAY CAMP EXTENDED: The free emergency drop-in camp for children ages 4 and older at Shadle Park High School (4327 N. Ash St.) will be available every day this week, Aug. 3-7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This is intended to give parents and caregivers impacted by wildfires a safe place for their children while they take a break, run errands, or address other immediate needs. Children do not need to be enrolled in Spokane Public Schools or live within SPS boundaries to attend.

Lunch will be provided at noon through the federal free summer meals program. Activities will be supervised by Spokane Public Schools staff. Families can also access a clothing closet and connect with resources like HEART and CHAS Health.

We will continue to provide updates with resources for families and staff as information is received. For additional information, visit spokaneschools.org/article/3055231.

08/03/2026

FREE DAY CAMP: Spokane Public school is offering a free emergency drop-in camp for children ages 4 and older on Monday, Aug. 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Shadle Park High School.

This is intended to give parents and caregivers impacted by wildfires a safe place for their children while they take a break, run errands, or address other immediate needs. Students do not need to be enrolled in Spokane Public Schools or live within SPS boundaries to attend.

Lunch will be provided at noon through the federal free summer meals program. Activities will be supervised by Spokane Public Schools staff. Please reach out at SpokaneSchools.org/Contact to connect with district support.

Visit spokaneschools.org/article/3055231 for additional resources.

07/14/2026

Find resources for free school supplies and more before school starts on Aug. 26, 2026!

FREE RESOURCES: With the first day of school on Aug. 26, 2026, local organizations are busy collecting donations and school supplies to help students begin the new school year feeling confident and prepared for learning.

Check out a list of upcoming back-to-school support events and resources at spokaneschools.org/article/3029669.

Please note that these events are organized by local businesses and organizations that are not affiliated with or endorsed by Spokane Public Schools. This list is solely intended as an optional resource for Spokane families. Please contact organizations directly if you have questions.

• SNAP, Community Health Plan of Washington
• The Salvation Army Spokane
• The Way to Justice
• Northeast Community Center, THEZONE
• Unity In the Community
• CHAS Health
• Art Salvage, Spokane County Regional Waste Ambassadors
• Communities In Schools of Northeast Washington, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

06/08/2026

What a fantastic way to wrap up the school year! ☀️

Our Spokane Public Montessori End-of-Year Picnic was filled with fun, community, and plenty of smiles. Students and families enjoyed a friendly kickball game, delicious treats from Kona Ice, and time together celebrating an amazing year of learning and growth.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day such a success.

05/21/2026

REMINDER: There will be no school on Friday, May 22, for an unused weather makeup day and on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

We hope all of our families enjoy a safe and restful long weekend! We will see everyone on our regular start schedule on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Find this year's school calendar at: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/school-year-calendar

05/20/2026

We are so proud of our amazing SPM middle school students and their recent Montessori + Gonzaga Philosophy Showcase!

Throughout the semester, our middle schoolers partnered with Gonzaga philosophy students to explore big ideas and essential questions through discussion, critical thinking, art, and reflection. Working in small groups, students examined topics connected to appearance, influence, and action while learning how philosophy helps us better understand ourselves, our communities, and the world around us.

Their final showcase, Masks & Monologues, highlighted not only their creativity and academic growth, but also their courage to ask thoughtful questions such as:
✨ What is philosophy and why does it matter?
✨ What did we discuss and learn?
✨ How do we see ourselves vs. how does the world see us?

Experiences like these remind us how capable, reflective, and insightful Montessori adolescents truly are. We are grateful for this meaningful collaboration and so proud of the work our students shared with the community!

05/19/2026

It’s Campout Season at SPM!

One of the most meaningful traditions of the school year is watching our students step outside the classroom and into experiences that build confidence, independence, and connection. Campout provides valuable opportunities for real-life learning, problem-solving, teamwork, and community building in ways that simply cannot be replicated inside the classroom.

These are the moments they will remember for years to come.