Upcoming Events
CMA Events
Meeting the Diverse Needs of Every Child
Come join us for this free (with membership) workshop. This will be in person located in Southern California.
Location: Montessori Greenhouse
5856 Belgrave Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92845
Workshop: Smart Eating Choices for Young Children
Come join us for this free (with membership) workshop as we learn about smart eating choices for children.
New! Montessori Meet in the Middle Retreat
For the first time, we are thrilled to offer a two-day retreat exclusively for Montessori educators! Take time to focus on yourself and recharge alongside fellow members of the Montessori community. Together, we’ll explore the natural beauty of Central California, enjoy mindfulness and yoga sessions, learn how to take better photographs, and creatively blend art and science through embroidery. We might even be able to fit in a glass of wine or two!
We’re currently scouting the perfect location in the Central Valley—if you have any suggestions, we’d love to hear from you!
Workshop: Starting Strong: CMA Annual Meeting
Ready to ignite your teaching journey for the year ahead? Join us online at CMA’s Annual Meeting! Mark your calendar for Monday, September 8, 2025, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, and join your colleagues across California for the “Start Strong: CMA Annual Meeting”—a virtual gathering designed just for you!
Reconnect with your Montessori community
Set intentions for the school year with insight from CMA.
Enjoy meaningful connections with other Montessori professionals
Be in the know about what's ahead for Montessori education in California
Become a CMA Member (if you haven’t yet):
Golden Bead Membership (Individual) — $40/year: ideal for teachers without school group memberships, gives access to all CMA workshops free of charge
Group Memberships are also available for teams of various sizes—great for collaborative support
Register for the Annual Meeting! It’s as easy as a few clicks, and you’ll receive your Zoom link in time to join.
Workshops
Northern California-The Best of the Bay, Presentations by CMA favorite Speakers
Speakers: Dr. Luz Casquejo Johnston, Tara Valentine, and Koren Clark
Location Casa di Mir, 1975 Cambrianna Dr, San Jose, CA 95124
Register Here for the Northern California Workshop
Southern California-Managing Challenging Behaviors
Speaker: Brett L. Patterson, Ph. D.
Location: Monarch Bay Montessori Academy, 32920 Pacific Coast Hwy. Dana Point, CA 92629
Register Here for the Southern California Workshop
CMA Kick-Off
Come learn about who we are, and our plans are for this year.
Register Here