HJR403 Summary

• Recognizes the Montessori School at Hampstead for celebrating the completion of its second school year since opening in August 2011.

• School enrollment grew from 51 students to 89 students, serving the greater Montgomery Area and including military families.

• School development includes the Allison Bronner Scholarship Fund, Helen Boman and Laura Allen Memorial Gardens, a Junior High School Program expecting over 100 students for 2013-2014, and a two-acre outdoor classroom.

• "Food to Table" program overseen by EatSouth farmers has distributed over 200 pounds of fresh, organically-raised food in the community.

• Legislature recognizes and commends the school for its educational contributions and role in strengthening the community.