Our Board of Directors

South Suburban Montessori School is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation governed by a Board of Directors. The Board of Directors defines the mission of the school, creates strategies to achieve its long term strategic goals, and is fiscally responsible for all school property and the long-term welfare of the school. The Board of Directors exists to make decisions which will ensure a continuing high quality education consistent with the South Suburban Montessori School mission.

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2025-2026 Board of Directors

  • Michael Filice, President
  • Beth Hardy, Secretary
  • Toby Oster, Treasurer
  • Jason McGloin
  • Fatima Malik
  • Leah Baxendale
  • Kathy Buchs
  • Adam Niec
  • John Chmura

We invite all parents and staff to attend a Board meeting to learn more about the Board’s role, priorities for the year, and how our governance supports the school’s mission. As a guest, you’ll receive a copy of the meeting agenda when you arrive and will have an opportunity to ask questions during the designated ‘Community Q&A’ portion.

Location: South Suburban Montessori School

Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Board meetings and other important school dates can be found here.