Supporting Montessori Children’s Room today and for generations to come
Together, we support the teachers, classrooms, and scholarships that define the MCR experience
Friends of Montessori Children’s Room bridges the gap between tuition and excellence. We fund the teacher training, classroom materials, and scholarships that make MCR extraordinary—for today's students and tomorrow's future.
Our Mission
Where Your Support Goes
Whether your children are in MCR classrooms today or graduated years ago, here's how your support makes a difference:
Teacher Education
Great teachers are the heart of MCR.
Your support funds Montessori training, American Montessori Society certification, and professional development that keep our educators inspired and growing.
MCR's commitment to certified teachers sets us apart—when teachers thrive, they bring their best to your child's classroom every day.
Classroom Materials
Montessori materials spark wonder and discovery.
Montessori classrooms need purposeful, hands-on materials where each element exists for a reason.
Your contributions ensure our students have the high-quality learning tools that allow them to discover, explore, and grow independently.
Scholarships
Opening doors to more families.
MCR students come from 20+ ZIP codes around the Omaha metro. Our partial scholarships create economic diversity while ensuring families remain invested partners.
A diverse community enriches everyone's experience and reflects MCR's commitment to accessibility.
MCR Alumni Network
Our alumni program brings together former students and families who experienced the roots of responsibility and wings of freedom that define an MCR education.
Whether you're reconnecting with the MCR family or supporting future generations, your story is part of our story.
Subscribe to the MCR Alumni newsletter to stay in touch!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Friends of MCR is a separate 501(c)(3) non-profit focused exclusively on strategic fundraising for the school's long-term sustainability and growth. We fund the big-picture needs: teacher professional development, essential Montessori materials, and scholarships.
The MCR Parent Group (similar to a PTA) organizes school events, community building activities, and day-to-day parent involvement.
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Tuition alone doesn't cover the full cost of exceptional Montessori education. Friends of MCR ensures we can attract, retain, and support outstanding teachers—the single most important factor in your child's success.
As Omaha's premier authentic Montessori school with full AMS certification and locally owned since 1984, MCR stands apart from corporate alternatives. Your contributions fund the professional development that keeps teachers inspired, provide pristine materials that define authentic Montessori classrooms, and create economic diversity that enriches your child's learning community.
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Whether your children are currently enrolled or have graduated, your participation matters.
Current families: your support directly improves your child's classroom experience right now—investing in teachers, funding the materials your child uses daily, and creating the vibrant community that makes MCR special.
Alumni families: you're preserving the transformative experience you remember and ensuring future generations receive the same gift. All families can contribute through recurring monthly donations, attending fundraising events, or connecting us with potential supporters.
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You experienced firsthand the transformative power of MCR. Your success—in education, career, and life—has roots in those formative years. By staying connected through the Alumni Network and supporting Friends of MCR, you ensure future generations receive the same gift you did while reconnecting with the community that shaped who you are today.
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100% of your contribution goes directly to one of three critical areas: Teacher Education (Montessori training and conferences), Materials & Supplies (hands-on learning materials that define the Montessori method), or Scholarships (making MCR accessible to economically diverse families).
You can designate your gift to a specific area or support where the need is greatest.
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Yes! Friends of MCR is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. You will receive a receipt for tax purposes with every contribution.