Classroom Floater

April Smith

Ms. April is entering her fourth year at Montessori Children’s School (MCS) and serves as a Classroom Floater, supporting students and teachers across multiple levels of the school community. Originally from New Jersey, she began her professional journey by serving nine years in the United States Marine Corps as a Military Police Officer, where she developed strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

During her military service, April earned her Associate in Arts degree from Coastal Carolina Community College and later attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where she studied Criminology with a minor in Forensic Chemistry.

After the birth of her youngest child, April discovered a passion for working with children and transitioned into education. She spent four years with Onslow County Schools as a Substitute Teacher and Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant before joining MCS. Her Montessori journey began as a substitute teacher and classroom assistant, and she now serves as a Classroom Floater, bringing flexibility, enthusiasm, and support to students and staff throughout the school.

As both an educator and parent, April values creating positive relationships with children and helping them build confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Her calm demeanor, adaptability, and dedication make her a valued member of the MCS community.

Outside of school, April enjoys spending time with her two children and sharing her love of the outdoors through activities such as hiking, swimming, kayaking, and exploring nature together.

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! 🥂

Spring Break Closure

 

MCS will be closed from March 30 – April 3 for Spring Break.

Staff will return on April 6 for a teacher workday.
Students will return on April 7.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break!

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