Ready, Set, Move-A-Thon!
Move-A-Thon is this Friday, a love letter from alumni, + know what's happening over the next few weeks! ¡SOMOS!
Moving right along through the first month of the school year, we are just a few days away from the annual Move-A-Thon and Family Picnic, with exciting October events on the horizon. Take a look at what FOMF is up to over the next few weeks! As always, we appreciate your support, in whatever form it takes!
In this letter:
Move-A-Thon - this Friday!
Recipe Book - deadline in 3 days!
Balloons Aloft - pre-orders now open!
United Game - ¡SOMOS! mark your calendars!
NEW! Love Letters - hear from the MRGC Community
Kids Corner
September FOMF Meeting Minutes
🏃♂️ Move-A-Thon
This Friday, September 19!
School parent, Holly Seibert, along with Wellness Teacher, Mr. Todd, and their committee of amazing volunteers are excited to see everyone at this year’s Move-A-Thon, this Friday!
There’s only 3 days left to gather lap sponsors and get your child excited about a chance for their class to win one of three categories:
Most Laps
Most Money Raised
Most Spirit
Class winners will received a donut party, provided by the Foundation!
Parents - we hope to see you there and join us for the family picnic!
🍴 Community Recipe Book
Deadline to submit - this Friday, September 19!
“Food is everything we are. It’s an extension of nationalist feeling, ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma. It’s inseparable from those from the get-go.” - Anthony Bourdain
The deadline to submit your favorite family recipe for the community recipe book is fast approaching! This Friday is the last chance to have your recipe included, and we want to hear from you!
Submit recipes by September 19th
Order forms open in early October
Cookbooks ready by December
☕ Balloons Aloft
Friday, October 3
Balloon Fiesta kickoff! Come be part of a treasured MRGC tradition at Los Duranes Park, just steps from Montessori of the Rio Grande. Gather with family and friends in the crisp morning air for hot chocolate, coffee, and breakfast treats as children delight in the experience of standing beside a beautiful hot air balloon. Step into the gondola, snap a photo, and share in the wonder of a magical morning with your MRGC community. Be sure to order your hot drinks and food ahead of time!
⚽ United Soccer Game
¡SOMOS UNIDOS! Sunday, October 19, 3:00PM
Mark your calendars! FOMF is thrilled to once again host a community afternoon at a United Soccer game, and we can’t wait to see you there. It’s the perfect family outing filled with excitement, team spirit, and fun for all ages.
Tickets will be on sale soon, so don’t miss your chance to join us. For every ticket purchased, $5 will be donated back to Montessori of the Rio Grande, making this a night of both community celebration and support for our school.
💌 Love Letters
Our cherished MRGC community carries with them warm memories, treasured moments, and a deep appreciation for the time spent at Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School. These reflections weave a beautiful story of connection and belonging that continues long after their days at MRGC.
In today’s newsletter, and in newsletters to come, we are honored to share a love letter to our beloved school. Alongside these stories, FOMF will also provide regular updates on how your generous donations and contributions are directly supporting and enriching the MRGC experience for every student.
Attending Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School prepared me for both academic and real-world experiences in ways that many of my peers from other schools were not prepared for. My Montessori education fostered independence, critical thinking, and hands-on learning, which allowed me to take initiative in my own education and approach challenges with problem-solving skills rather than waiting for directions. Instead of being confined to teacher-led worksheets or lectures, I was given the freedom and trust to explore subjects at my own pace, which made learning engaging and enjoyable. Beyond academics, Montessori emphasized collaboration, respect, and responsibility which are skills that continue to shape how I interact with others and navigate the world around me. As a college student, I see the impact of these foundations in my strong reading comprehension, leadership abilities, and effective communication. These skills give me the confidence to answer professors’ questions, present in front of peers, and most importantly, advocate for myself. What I once assumed were basic skills, I now realize were intentionally nurtured by teachers who cared deeply about both my academic growth and personal development. As an alumna of MRGC, I can honestly say I always had educators who challenged me while also guiding me into the person I am today. Without my Montessori education, I would not be who I am today, nor would I be pursuing a career in education with the hope of giving back to the school that gave so much to me. Signed, Elise Lopez, 5th Grade Class of 2011
💡Did you know:
Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School ranks in the top 10 highest performing elementary schools in New Mexico.
Student-body survey shows Art and Music are among the favorite subjects of most students, programs paid for by Friends of the Montessori Foundation annual fund donations.
Have a love letter to share? Send yours to FOMFnews@gmail.com.
🤭 Kids Corner
Why did the scarecrow win a Nobel Prize? Because he was outstanding in his field.
-London A.
Hey, it smells like ‘up dog’ in here.
What’s up dog?
Nothing, what’s up with you?
-Asher S.
September Meeting Minutes
DATE: September 9, 2025
TIME: Call to order 5:34
LOCATION: 1650 Gabaldon Dr NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104