Community-Centric Early Childhood at Commongrounds
Family volunteers, teacher-leaders and other community advocates are working together to create a pair of new, purposefully designed, high-quality, and forward-looking classrooms for infants and toddlers at Commongrounds in downtown Traverse City.
OUR MISSION
To nurture the whole child through respect and love, unveiling their true potential in a community centric model.
By pairing the Montessori educational approach with a Parent-Cooperative structure, we are working to develop a unique, community-centric care option, as one means of addressing the current childcare crisis in our region. We hope that these two time-tested educational approaches, that follow the child and prioritize whole-person and family growth, will foster social connection and learning opportunities for children, parents and caregivers, alike.
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We’re looking for parents with childcare needs, volunteers with a wide range of skills,
and Montessori trained teachers to support the launch of this program, set to begin this fall.
Help us design the best solution for parents, children, teachers and the broader Traverse City community.
Please help us build this program with real-time community needs in mind, by taking 15 minutes of your time to fill out the survey below. Whether you're a parent, an experienced teacher, a caregiver or a community supporter, we would love to hear from you!
414 E Eighth St
At the intersection of Eighth Street and Boardman Avenue, on a previously vacant lot, the Commongrounds property provides public access to the Boardman River, nearby trails and is close to other downtown conveniences. The childcare facility will occupy a 1700 square foot space on the first floor and may include access to other building amenities like onsite, Fitness facilities, wellness services, co-working space or meal services.