About

Parents Association

Welcome to the Austin Montessori School Parents Association!

Click on the website below to find information about the PA's initiatives, upcoming events, and how you can get involved. With your support, the scope of the AMSPA continues to grow to meet the needs of families, staff, and our local community. We look forward to working together!

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

  • Q. WHAT ARE THE MAIN INITIATIVES OF THE PA?

    • Welcoming new families into the AMS community.
    • Creating social opportunities for parents and families to get to know each other and enjoy shared interests.
    • Providing support and appreciation to our guides, staff and parents. 
  • Q. HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

    As a parent with a child at AMS you are automatically a member of the PA. We do not collect dues nor do we require any additional information from you. At times throughout the year, you may receive solicitation from the PA Board in the form of a survey, a request for your time or expertise, etc. It is always completely optional how involved you become. We understand that your role as parent comes first! Your involvement in the AMSPA should support you in this role, serving to strengthen your family and your self. If you are interested in becoming more involved you are welcome to email us directly at pa@austinmontessori.org.
  • Q. WHAT IS A ROOM PARENT?

    Each classroom community at AMS has a classroom parent who serves in the role of room parent. The room parent is a representative of the AMSPA and is responsible for the coordination of volunteers from that classroom for three main events: outdoor environment day, Gala project, and fall festival activity. The room parent also engages with parents to build community. 

2025-2026 Room Parents

YOUNGEST CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY
Hummingbird Garden - Alexandra Looney
Butterfly Garden - Gloria Chan Packer
Dragonfly Garden - Mike Mercedes
Ladybug Garden - Alexis Contos and Murphy Tiggelaar
 
CHILDREN'S HOUSE
Cypress Cottage - Natalie Paramore
Magnolia Cottage - Amreen Rajabali
Redbud Cottage - Cheyenne Stone Guttfreund and Rachel Kongos
Laurel Cottage - Zena Richie
Pomegranate Cottage - Van Tran
Persimmon Cottage - Beth Hood
 
ELEMENTARY
Heartsong Community - Alexandra Bernardin  
Windsong Community - Petta Chua
Rainsong Community - Sindhu Rajendran
Nova and Terra Communities -  Natalia and Jorge Hagg
 
ADOLESCENT COMMUNITY
Victoria Priesmeyer and Renee Chen


2025-2026 School Year Parents Association Officers

President: Claire Neeley

Vice President: Jennifer Moore

Community Engagement Officer: Gabrielle Beal

Communications Officer: Emily Jablon

Fundraising and Events Officer: Angelina Ashton

Treasurer: Jason Neeley

Technology Officer: Andrew Moore

Community Care Coordinator: Natalie Ammon

Welcome Committee Chair: Kerry Sheehan

Great Northern Representative: Angelina Ashton 

Gaines Creek Representative: Victoria Priesmeyer and Renee Chen




Austin Montessori School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex or gender, disability, or age in providing educational services, activities, and programs. The school adheres to all applicable state and federal non-discrimination laws for private, non-profit educational institutions.