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What is Sol Mates
Sol Mates is Escuela del Sol’s family and staff volunteer organization that helps support, enrich, and instill the Montessori principles of community building and community development through staff appreciation, events and get togethers, and classroom support. We also serve as a channel of communication and support between the Escuela administration and families as they embark on or continue their journey at Escuela del Sol Montessori.
Who can join?
Sol Mates is open to enrolled Escuela del Sol caregivers and families. Our mission is to have a participating family or caregiver from every level and classroom actively involved in the planning and execution of events, activities, and appreciation events.
Time Commitment
Time is your greatest resource and we realize everyone’s commitments vary week-to-week. Weekly and monthly time commitments vary depending upon events, scheduled meetings, and participant availability. Any amount of time is appreciated and helpful.
Ways we support the Escuela community and families
- Staff Appreciation events
- Fundraising for Sol Mates-sponsored events
- Community building events (Autumn Fest)
- Event set-up and take-down support (Escuela Alumni Award)
- New family support and mentorship
- Classroom support
- Establishing and maintaining a relationship with the NM business community
- Connect and meet fellow Escuela families
2024 Activities & Events
Autumn Fest Friday, September 20
Park Picnic*
Staff brunch*
Gear & Goods Swap*
Campus Restoration*
December Staff Appreciation*
*Date and time TBD
2024 Meetings
All meetings are held in the Harwood Dining Hall unless noted otherwise
Friday, August 30, at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, September 6, at 8:30 a.m.
Thursday, September 19, at 5:30 via Zoom
Friday, October 4, at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, October 18, at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, November 1, at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, November 22, at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, December 6, at 8:30 a.m.
Wednesday, December 18, End of Semester Happy Hour (location TBD)
2024-2025 Committee Guides
Co-Chairs
Toviah HJ Carter
Harriette Lane
Administration Support
Elizabeth Marcilla
Emily Schuyler
Ways to Participate
We realize schedules fluctuate. Here are some ways current Sol Mates support our events, activities, and volunteer opportunities:
- Attend planning meetings
- Donating goods & items for events
- Monetary contributions
- Event set-up and takedown
- Classroom support
Get in touch!
Get on the email list
Join our Slack Channel to Stay in the Know
You’ll find meeting dates, reminders, notifications, and weekly communication.