We are a vibrant community of parents and caregivers, teachers, and staff from Border Star Montessori School in Kansas City, MO.
Join us in creating connections, hosting meaningful events for the BSM community, and supporting the wonderful people who make our school so great!
Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteering with PTA is a great way to meet other parents, support the school, and have fun!
Upcoming Events
OCTOBER
Wed, Oct 7 - Bike/Walk to School Day
Meet at Brookside Park baseball diamond by 7:45am 🚲
Walk or roll down the Trolley Trail to BSM
+ Coffee in the Garden ☕️ 8-9am
Thurs, Oct 15 - PTA Knowledge Night 🧠
Topic: Making the transition to Middle School
5:30-6:30pm Info Night at Board of Education
6:30-7:30pm Caregiver knowledge share at The Combine
See calendar below for details!
Oct 26-28 - Spirit Week 🎉
Thurs, Oct 1 Postponed to Oct 28 - Movie Night 🍿 5:30-8:30pm | Volunteer
Come watch THE MARIO GALAXY MOVIE under the stars!
(We hope. We’ll move to the gym if it’s raining)
BYO chairs, blankets. Pizza & dessert provided.
Thurs, Oct 29 - Halloween in the Garden 🎃 3-6pm
Playdates in the Garden 🥕 Every Tuesday at 3:30pm!
Come harvest garden goodies & play with friends.
Garden Committee Meeting Tuesday 10/13 at 5-5:30pm
Volunteer for Family Garden Work Day 10/17, 9am-Noon
All are welcome!
North & South Bike Bus 🚲 Every Thursday at 7:45am
Calendar Instructions:
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Our North Star Goals 26/27
Build a school culture where every family feels welcomed, valued, and connected to one another.
Connected
Community
Meaningful
Engagement
Create opportunities for families, staff, and community to contribute in ways that build relationships and strengthen our school.
Improved
Communication
Clear, timely, and consistent communication so families know what's happening, understand why it matters, and know how to get involved.
Bond Renovations
$5 MILLION (GO BOND) BOND PROJECTS – SUMMER 2026
SITE RENOVATIONS:
• New playground equipment and surfacing
• Pavement overlay at existing parking lot
EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS:
• New HVAC system
• New window glazing
INTERIOR RENOVATIONS:
• Bathroom renovations
• Lighting upgrades in select areas of facility
• Library renovations
• New acoustic baffles in main corridor