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At Springmont, we’re proud of our school and like to share the accomplishments of our students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Here you’ll find information about Springmont, including recent school news, articles about our curriculum, and other interesting items. For additional press or media information, please contact Julie Strickland jstrickland@springmont.com or 404.252.3910.
Livia Osorio receives GISA Distinguished Service Award!
November 10, 2025
As we prepare for Livia Osorio’s retirement at the end of this year, we were thrilled to present her with this award from the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) in recognition of her amazing dedication and service to the children and families of Springmont over the past three decades.
After earning both a Bachelor of Science in Education and a law degree in her native country, Brazil, and serving as a lawyer there for 10 years, Livia came to Atlanta in 1996 to take her first Montessori training and to further her daughter’s education. She earned a Master’s in Montessori Education, became AMI certified in both Elementary and Primary teaching, and has served as an Elementary teacher (Lower and Upper) at Springmont for close to 30 years. She has seen many changes, including the beginning of our Middle School and the construction of the buildings that are now home to our Elementary & Middle programs. Her daughter Marina attended FMSA (First Montessori School of Atlanta, Springmont’s original name), and Livia is also the grandparent of recent graduate Ian Stewart. Her class sleepovers are the stuff of legends and continue to draw huge crowds and raise significant funds for our auction. We thank Livia for her MANY years of loyalty and dedication to Springmont – she has truly impacted more than one generation of Springmont students.
Selena Hamer, longtime Elementary Assistant, has been working alongside Livia this year as she finishes her AMI elementary training and readies herself to become the new lead guide for this wonderful class. We are deeply appreciative to both for working together to create a smooth transition for the children and families.
Mark Your Calendars for Springmont's Book Fair - Dec 2-4!
November 10, 2025
This year, Paper Pie will bring us an outstanding selection of books for all ages! Allowing students the opportunity to choose their own books fosters independence and encourages a love of reading. Parents/guardians are also welcome to shop for holiday gifts!
Tuesday- Thursday, December 2-4
8:30 am - 3 pm
- Toddler, Half Day Primary, and All Day & School Day Primary students who nap on campus: Parents shop with or without their child. (We are unable to accommodate student shopping for these ages/levels with our parent volunteers.)
- Older Primary students ("Afternooners") who do not nap come to the Book Fair during the school day. Teachers will bring them, and parent volunteers will assist with shopping. Please send $15-25 cash in an envelope labeled with your child’s name.
- Elementary and Middle School students may shop independently. Children should bring cash in an envelope labeled with their name. Typically, $20-25 will cover the price of 2-3 paperback books. Parent volunteers will assist children with selection and payment.
All proceeds benefit the Springmont Media Center.
Questions? Email Leslie Wachter at lwachter@springmont.com
Toddler & Primary Winter Break Care Registration is Open!
November 03, 2025
Winter Break Care allows Toddler and Primary students to spend the day in safe, familiar environments while parents work or attend to holiday preparations. Students will enjoy crafts, games, and time outdoors.
Half Day 8 a.m. - 12 noon. $60 per half-day OR Full Day 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. $95 per day
- Monday, December 22
- Tuesday, December 23
- Friday, December 26
- Monday, December 29
- Tuesday, December 30
- Friday, January 2
Snacks will be provided, but children will need a water bottle and clothing suitable for outdoor play daily. Those enrolled in the Full Day option will also need lunch and nap supplies if they regularly rest at school (all Toddlers and younger Primary students).
Registration is open now and will close on Dec. 11 at 4 pm. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We will need a minimum of 6 children per level each day, or dates may be canceled. Please note that Toddler and Primary levels may be joined based on enrollment.
Full payment is due with registration, and refunds will not be offered unless Springmont is unable to hold care on a particular day due to low demand or other unavoidable circumstances.
Click the link in Springmont Weekly News for registration. Questions? Email Isaac Ezemba
Springmont Parent Association (SPA) Meeting - Nov 14
November 03, 2025
All parents/guardians are automatically members of our parent association and encouraged to join Co-Chairs Steve Little, Mary Kamau, and Kathleen Phelps on Friday, November 14, beginning at 8:45 a.m. in the Media Center for their November meeting. Topics will include a quick recap of Springmont Festival & Montessori Mile, a reminder about the Springmont Night at the Hawks on November 23, and plans for our annual Thanksgiving Outreach, which may be a canned food drive and/or a coat/clothing drive with an opportunity for students to get involved in a Thankful Thursday toiletry kit packing opportunity. There's no need to RSVP, but we hope to see you there!
The Lower Elementary Experience - Nov 12
October 27, 2025
Parents of Primary students, especially those with 5- and 6-year-olds, are invited to join us for The Lower Elementary Experience on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Join Brenda Toone, Selena Hamer, and Patricia Jordan to look ahead and explore Springmont’s extraordinary Lower Elementary program, including a preview of some of the exciting lessons that await your child and a chance to ask questions! See how Springmont’s Lower Elementary allows students to learn at their own pace and take responsibility for their own learning as they build upon and expand upon their Primary experience.
Look for more information and a link to RSVP in Springmont Weekly News!
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