WE ARE MMCI!

MMCI is the non-profit that holds the charters for and oversees Monocacy Valley Montessori (MVM) and Carroll Creek Montessori (CCM), and every parent, guardian, staff member, and advisory member at our schools is a member of MMCI.

What:

2023 Annual Meeting and Election

When:

Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 7:00 p.m.

Where:

Carroll Creek Montessori

7215 Corporate Court, Frederick, MD 21703

We encourage every member to be mindful of our shared responsibility as part of a charter school community.

Use your voice

ALL MMCI MEMBERS are encouraged to attend the annual meeting and vote! 

There are so many opportunities for our members to make a difference, in leadership and school governance, fundraising, school operations, advocacy, and much more. When our volunteers put their hearts and minds behind an idea, we can do anything!

Get Involved

Involvement in our schools is vital to our continued growth and success.

Make a difference

MMCI encourages every member to be mindful of our shared responsibility as part of a charter school community.

What is MMCI?

MMCI is the nonprofit that holds the charters for both schools, ensures compliance, manages budgets and bank accounts, and owns or leases buildings for the schools. MMCI is governed by a Board of Trustees made up of 12 parent volunteers and 2 members of our wider community (Friends of Education/ Advisory Trustees).

What is the Governing Council?

Each school has a Governing Council (GC) that serves as the policy making body of the school.  The Governing Councils are are sub-committees of MMCI that are made up of parent volunteers, staff reps, friends of education, and the school principal. The GC works closely with other parent volunteers and staff to support daily operations and ensure the success of the school.

Take on a Leadership Role at Your School

The 2023-24 School Year ~ and beyond ~ will be marked by historic milestones for both MMCI schools, and there has never been a more exciting time to get involved in MMCI leadership! This year’s ballot includes several open positions on the Board of Trustees and both school’s Governing Councils, as well as two questions for our membership. Submit your Nomination now through Wednesday, November 15.

What do all the acronyms mean?

  • MMCI – Monocacy Montessori Communities Inc.
  • MVMPCS – Monocacy Valley Montessori Public Charter School
  • CCMPCS – Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter School
  • BOT – Board of Trustees
  • GC – Governing Council
  • Bylaws – The rules governing our schools.
Position Descriptions

Learn about the positions open on the

Board of Trustees and Governing Councils

Vice President

MMCI Board of Trustees

Each school elects a Vice President to represent them on the Board of Trustees. The Vice President is an officer of the corporation and serves as the intermediary between the Board of Trustees and the Governing Council. The VP is a voting member of the BOT and a non-voting member of the GC (except in the event of a tie.)

Treasurer/Assistant Treasurer

MMCI Board of Trustees

The Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer are responsible for overseeing the MMCI budget and finances. The Treasurer is the principal financial officer of the Corporation and is responsible for all funds and securities of the corporation. The Assistant Treasurer performs the duties of the Treasurer in the absence of the Treasurer.

SECRETARY

MMCI Board of Trustees

The Secretary is an Officer of the Corporation and is responsible for managing communications for the Board of Trustees. The Secretary maintains minutes of board meetings and supports the nominating committee with the annual meeting and election.

PARENT REPRESENTATIVE

MVM & CCM Governing Councils

Each school elects parent representatives to serve on their respective Governing Councils. Parent representatives develop and maintain understanding of the Montessori educational principles, lead in one or more areas of GC activity (committees, planning, focus groups, etc.) One parent representative serves as the chair of the council.

Parent Trustee

MMCI Board of Trustees

Each school is permitted three elected parent representatives to serve as members of the Board of Trustees. Parent trustees serve as ambassadors of MMCI within their school community, helping to provide understanding of the school’s governing structure and the role of MMCI. Parent Trustees are active in areas of passion or expertise, with each trustee overseeing at least one current need on the board, as identified by the board as a whole.

ADVISORY MEMBERS

MMCI Board of Trustees and School Governing Councils

Advisory Members serve as ambassadors of MMCI, MVMPCS, and CCMPCS within Frederick County and beyond, helping to provide understanding of unique needs and contributions of public charter schools. Advisory Members provide input and expertise in at least one current area of need, as identified by the board as a whole. Needs may include, but are not limited to, fundraising, advocacy, diversity, communications, facilities, or community engagement.

Ready to use your voice, get involved, and make a Difference?

Nominate yourself for any of our open positions!

MMCI Board of Trustees

Positions highlighted in yellow are on the ballot in 2023. Lighter shade tabs indicate partial terms.

Open Positions on the MMCI Board of Trustees

  • BOT VP for CCM – Term: July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026 (Shadow period begins January 1, 2024)
  • BOT Treasurer – Term: July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026 (Shadow period begins January 1, 2024)
  • BOT Assistant Treasurer – Partial Term: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 (Shadow period begins immediately)
  • BOT Secretary – Partial Term: July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 (Shadow period begins immediately)
  • BOT Parent Trustee for CCM – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025.
  • BOT Parent Trustee for CCM – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025.
  • BOT Friend of Education/ Advisory Trustee – Partial Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024.
  • BOT Friend of Education/ Advisory Trustee – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025.

CCM Governing Council

Positions highlighted in yellow are on the ballot in 2023. Lighter shade tabs indicate partial terms.

Open Positions on the ccm governing council

  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Partial Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
  • GC Friend of Education – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Friend of Education – Partial Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024 (2 openings)

MVM Governing Council

Positions highlighted in yellow are on the ballot in 2023. Lighter shade tabs indicate partial terms.

Open Positions on the MVM governing council

  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Parent Representative – Partial Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
  • GC Friend of Education – Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
  • GC Friend of Education – Partial Term: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024 (2 openings)
Membership Votes

Questions to the Community

Question 1: MMCI Bylaws Updates

Our Bylaws are the rules that set forth the structure of our non-profit corporation and the governance of our schools. Any changes to the Bylaws must first be proposed and approved by the Board of Trustees, and then must be approved by a vote of our full membership.

In October 2023 the BOT voted to approve the 12th Revision to our Bylaws, which includes a reorganization of the outline and text edits, as well as a handful of substantive updates. Please click here to review the changes to our Bylaws in preparation for the vote in November.

Question 2: CCMPCS Facilities Financing

MMCI can obtain financing for CCMPCS’s facility project, the purchase must be authorized through a vote of our full membership. The BOT, along with the MMCI Facilities Committee, proposes to purchase a facility for CCMPCS with a debt burden of no more than 20% of the school’s Annual PPA (Per-Pupil Allotment). The percentage of debt burden includes the comprehensive cost of ownership, including but not limited to Utilities, Maintenance, and Administration.

This vote authorizes MMCI to move forward with the purchase, once negotiations are finalized, and the specific project and the financing for the purchase are approved by both the CCM GC and the MMCI BOT. Questions about this vote and/or the facilities financing and purchase process may be directed to MMCI Vice President for CCM, Amy Duvall, at vp-ccm@mmcimd.org.