Primary East - Co-Lead Directress

Tami Beckes

Mrs. Beckes is in her fourth year at Montessori Children’s School (MCS). Originally from Wisconsin, she has lived in various states including North Carolina, Hawaii, and Arizona, following her marriage in 2005 to her best friend, who joined the Marine Corps. Together, they have two teenage daughters.

With a certification in Early Childhood Education, Mrs. Beckes has accumulated extensive experience working with children across different settings. Her background includes roles as a Sunday School Teacher, Girl Scout Leader, Kindergarten Aide, CDC Preschool/Infant Classroom Assistant, and most recently as an Art Teacher for Pre-K to 6th Grade.

In addition to her diverse teaching experiences, Mrs. Beckes has completed Montessori Teacher Assistant Training. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys the outdoors, including hiking, visiting the beach, kayaking, and traveling with her family. Mrs. Beckes has started her Early Childhood (Ages 3-6) credential training through The Center for Guided Montessori Studies.

Mark Your Calendars:

🎉 The Decadent December Auction Is Almost Here!!

Join us on December 6th, 7–11 PM, for our semi-formal annual celebration featuring live music, amazing food, fun games, exciting prizes, and incredible auction items, including awesome baskets and amazing vacation trips!

🍸 Tickets are on sale now and include 2 free drink tickets (21+ event).

Get your tickets here!
👉 http://onecau.se/decadent2025

Let’s make this December truly decadent! 🥂

Winter Weather Update for Tues. December 9, 2025. MCS will have a two hour delay on 12/9/25 for all staff and students.

Rainfall, snow mix, and sub-freezing temperatures expected. overnight.

Please stay safe & warm! Stay tuned for any additional updates

Closed for
Winter Break

MCS will be closed from Dec 21st- Jan 2nd. Staff will return on Jan 3rd, and students will return on Jan 6th.

We would like to wish all of our MCS Families a very happy, healthy holiday season! Have a wonderful winter break with your loved ones and we look forward to seeing you all again in 2025! 

ATTENTION MCS FAMILIES/STAFF:

Due to the risk of severe weather, mcs will operate on a slightly earlier than half-day schedule for tuesday, 1/9/24. The early release schedule will be as follows:

ELEMENTARY – 11:15AM

PRIMARY – 11:30AM

STEPPING STONES – 11:45AM

*NO AFTER CARE ON 1/9/24

WE WILL FOLLOW UP WITH ANY UPDATES

Happy Spring Break!

Montessori Children’s School & the MCS Office is closed for Spring Break from Mon., March 25- Fri., March 29, 2024.  The Office will reopen on Mon., April 1, 2024 and students return on Tues., April 2, 2024.  

Please feel free to email admin@mcsjax.org 
and we will return any emails on April 1st