EA Enlightenment October 2026

Celebrating Firsts, Building Connections, and Growing Together

October was a month filled with exciting firsts for Elizabeth Academy! From community gatherings and school celebrations to professional learning and meaningful family connections. It was wonderful to see our EA community come together in so many ways.

EAPO Friday Fun at Cross E Ranch
Our Elizabeth Academy Parent Organization (EAPO) kicked off its first Friday Funday outing of the year at Cross E Ranch, and what a fantastic turnout! This event provided a wonderful opportunity for students and caregivers to connect, build friendships, and enjoy time together outside of the school day.

We are so grateful to EAPO for creating opportunities that strengthen our school community and bring families together. Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun!

Pancake Breakfast: A Record-Breaking Success!

Our first Pancake Breakfast of the year was a huge success, with our highest attendance yet! It was wonderful to see so many families come together to share a meal and support our students. The profits from this event will directly support our EA students who will be traveling to New York in February to represent Elizabeth Academy at the Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) conference.

We are incredibly proud of these students and excited for the opportunity ahead of them! A special thank you to Kat Kirk, Sammi Nelson, and Micah Daniels for leading our Civic Leaders through their after-school program and helping prepare them for this meaningful experience. Your dedication and guidance make such a difference!

Western Montessori Collective Comes to EA

Elizabeth Academy was excited to host the Western Montessori Collective’s first conference at our school! This gathering brought together EA staff and Montessori educators from throughout Utah for an opportunity to connect, collaborate, learn, and grow together.

This year’s themes invited participants to explore meaningful topics, including the preservation of the Great Salt Lake and the many ways nature supports healing, learning, and development.

We loved having the opportunity to open our doors to fellow Montessori educators and continue building a community of shared learning and inspiration.
We love welcoming new families and helping them discover what an Elizabeth Academy education can offer!

Building Bridges Through Family Conferences

October was also a time for meaningful connection through our family conferences. At Elizabeth Academy, we place tremendous value on meeting face-to-face with families to celebrate each child’s successes, discuss progress, and identify ways we can continue supporting growth together.
We believe that the strongest support for a child comes through a partnership between three essential members of the team: the student, the family, and the school.

When we work together, we create a strong foundation for both academic and emotional growth. Thank you to all of our families for taking the time to connect with us, share insights, ask questions, and celebrate your children’s journeys. We are grateful to be on this journey together!

Campus Conversations: Your Voice Matters!

Our monthly Campus Conversations continue to be an important way to bring families, administrators, and staff together. These gatherings offer an opportunity to:

-Learn something new through our Montessori Minute.
-Connect and share upcoming school-wide and community events.
-Discuss challenges and work together toward solutions.
-Celebrate accomplishments and share ideas.
-Strengthen the relationships that make our EA community special.

Campus Conversations are an open forum, and we encourage all families who are able to attend. Whether you have a question, an idea, a celebration to share, or simply want to listen and connect, there is a place for you at the table. Your voice matters, and we love seeing new faces join the conversation!

Growing Together, One Connection at a Time
As we reflect on October, we are reminded what makes Elizabeth Academy special is not just what happens in our classrooms, but the connections we build beyond them. Every gathering, conversation, shared meal, and learning opportunity helps strengthen the community that supports our students.

Looking Ahead…

As we move into November, we look forward to taking time to reflect on the many things that make our community so special. From the beauty of the changing seasons, with vibrant fall colors and snow-capped mountains, to the deep learning taking place as our students strengthen their concentration and stamina, to the meaningful relationships we nurture both within our school and beyond, there is so much to be grateful for.

Gratitude is deeply rooted in Montessori philosophy, as we encourage children to develop an appreciation for the world around them and the people who enrich their lives. One of our favorite ways to celebrate this is through our long-standing Gratitude and Grandfriends tradition. Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 24th, when students will have the opportunity to invite grandparents or special grandfriends to share a craft, enjoy a treat, and celebrate the connections that make our community so meaningful before we head into Thanksgiving break.

Thank you for being part of the Elizabeth Academy family. We look forward to all the learning, growth, and memories still to come!

With gratitude,
Nate, Jessica, and Sofia