MCA
Montessori Community Association
We are parents, family members, alums, and teachers, who support families at Bennett Park Montessori. We provide a voice for families in our public school, and we create and host events to benefit our students. We practice the school's Montessori goals of equity, peace, and justice.
We are not your ordinary PTO. Please join us.
2022-23 Meeting Schedule
Meetings will roughly alternate between before school (8am) and evenings (6:15pm). This year meetings will be a mix between in-person and virtual.
ALL Meetings via Zoom for the time being. Schedule and button to join below:
SEPtember 15th @ 6:15pm (zoom)
october 12th @ 6:15pm (zoom)
November 17th @ 8am (IN PERSON)
December 8th @ 6:15pm (zoom)
JANUary 18th @ 6:15pm (zoom)
February 9th @ 6:15pm (zoom)
March 8th @ 8Am (in-person)
April 18TH @ 6:15Pm (ZOOM)
May 16th @ 8Am (in-person)
June 8th @ 8Am (in-person)
Meeting ID: 884 2200 2382
Passcode: 026557
Tina Núñez, Parent Engagement Liaison
Hi, my name is Tina Núñez. I have been a parent at Bennett Park Montessori for 4 years, and I am honored to be the Parent Engagement Liaison for Buffalo Public School No. 32. My experience at Bennett Park has been nothing short of transformative for myself and my child. I believe that it takes a village to prepare a child for life, and the Montessori Community has been that village for us over the years. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share the amazing nurturing environment that I have come to know, with all the families that pass through our doors.
As the Parent Engagement Liaison, I provide outreach and support for our families throughout the academic year. In addition to maintaining our parent room and free clothes pantry, I get to know our families and students through the many events hosted by our school community. I also lead tours on a monthly basis for both current and prospective families, so that everyone can feel welcome and oriented in our building.
As a longtime single mother and sole provider, I also understand the challenges that come with modern parenting. Building connections with your child’s school community can be especially challenging while juggling a busy schedule. While it is my sincere hope that every family can find the time to come to all of our events – I am happy to provide a voice and a presence in the school and district for those who can’t always be there.
I regularly attend monthly Montessori Community Association (MCA) meetings, School Based Management Team (SBMT) meetings, Buffalo Parent Teacher Organization (BPTO) meetings, disproportionality training workshops, and maintain a rapport with our teachers, administrators, and elected officials on behalf of our parents. Through my work, I hope to unite families and educators in a seamless supportive environment, with a focus on each students’ wellbeing and achievement.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns your family may have; I am always available by text and email.
Sincerely,
Tina BPS32.PEL@Gmail.com
Call or text: 716.579.5114
Sarah Anderson, President of the MCA
Hello and Welcome!! My name is Sarah Anderson, sometimes known as Sarah Higgins-Anderson. I am a parent of four and this is our 10th year at BPMC! I also sometimes sub as an aide for the school/district. This is my second year as MCA president.
How I view the role of MCA president is to try and help facilitate a voice between parents, teachers and admin. I also try to help come up with creative solutions to problems and always try to stay positive. And of course, try and find ways to raise money for our community as a whole.
I appreciate the opportunity to serve as the president and can’t wait to see what the year brings! Please consider coming to a meeting, reaching out to any of us or volunteer when able. It takes a village is no joke!
Below are some great parents to reach out to that comprise our board this year:
Vice-President: Latika Owens
Secretary: Jessica Scates
Treasurers: Krystle Callari and Rachael Owunwanne
Communication Team: Ariel Aberg-Riger, Whitney Crispell, Jocelyn Swick-Jemison, and Adriana Keaton
Volunteer and Event Coordinators: Claire Seller, Brooke Densing, and Jessica Sowinski
Emeritus Executive Board: Ruth Mack, Krista Bow-Pulgett, Kristen Armstrong, Kate Steilen, and Tine Núñez
PELs: Adriana Keaton and Tina Núñez