Montessori Makers Residency
Institutional Policies
Effective Date: Fall 2026 · Applies To: All Enrolled Students
Non-Discrimination Policy
Montessori Makers Residency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, religion, or any other legally protected status in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
Legal compliance
MMR operates in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and applicable Illinois civil rights laws.
Reporting discrimination or harassment
Any person who believes they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or harassment should report it to:
- Director of Training — info@montessorimakers.org
- Any member of the Advisory Council
- An external legal advisor of the complainant's choosing
See the Student Complaints section below for the full intake and resolution process. Retaliation against anyone who raises a good-faith concern is strictly prohibited.
Accommodation Policy
MMR is committed to providing accommodations that enable all candidates with disabilities and neurodivergent candidates to participate fully in the program. Accommodations are standard practice, not exception.
How to request
Enrolled residents may submit a request from the Accommodations page in their portal. Requests are ideally submitted within the first two weeks of enrollment but may be submitted at any time. Supporting documentation should be from a qualified professional and typically within the past three years.
Types of accommodations available
- Test-taking: extended time, separate room
- Formatting: large print, audio, transcripts
- Course participation: modified due dates, asynchronous participation
- Practicum scheduling: flexibility in placement and schedule
- Technology: assistive technology supports
- Mobility: physical accessibility supports at intensives and observations
Confidentiality
Accommodation documentation is held in confidence by the Director of Training and is kept separate from the candidate's academic file. Cohort Guides and instructors are informed only of approved accommodations they need to honor — not of the underlying diagnosis or documentation.
Tuition and Refund Policy
| Track | Total Tuition | Payment Plan | Full-Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary (3–6) | $5,000 | $556 × 9 months | $4,500 |
| Elementary (6–12) | $7,000 | $583 × 12 months | $6,500 |
School Partnership Rate: $4,500 Primary / $6,300 Elementary. Enrollment deposit: $500 (Primary) / $700 (Elementary), applied to tuition.
Five-business-day right to cancel
Students have the right to cancel their enrollment agreement and receive a full refund of all charges paid, excluding the enrollment deposit, within five (5) business days of signing the agreement.
Refund schedule after instruction begins
- Before Day 1 of instruction: 100% refund (less enrollment deposit)
- Week 1: 90%
- Week 2: 75%
- Week 3: 50%
- Week 4: 25%
- After Week 4: no refund
Refunds are processed within 30 days of the date of written withdrawal notice. MMR does not participate in federal Title IV financial aid programs. MMR does not charge students for more than one term of enrollment prior to the completion of that term.
Hardship provision
MMR may adjust payment schedules or temporarily pause billing for residents facing financial hardship. No one is removed from this program for inability to pay.
Student Complaint Policy
MMR is committed to addressing student concerns promptly, fairly, and in good faith. Students who are not satisfied with MMR's response have the right to escalate their complaint to the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Enrolled residents may file a formal complaint from the File a Complaint page in their portal, or download the full policy PDF below.
Complaints Against This School May Be Registered With the Board of Higher Education
Illinois Board of Higher Education
Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools
1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701
Phone: (217) 782-2551
Website: www.ibhe.org
Non-retaliation
MMR strictly prohibits retaliation against any student, faculty member, or staff member who raises a concern in good faith. Retaliation may result in disciplinary action against the responsible party.
Digital Accessibility Statement
MMR is committed to making its digital materials accessible to all learners. The MMR website and platform are designed to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Documents are screen-reader compatible, captions are provided for video content, and alternative formats are available on request. Interpreters and translated materials are available for non-English-speaking candidates and families.
Report an accessibility issue or request an alternative format by emailing info@montessorimakers.org.
Records and Confidentiality
Candidate academic records, observation feedback, rubric scores, and standing history are confidential and accessible only to the candidate, their Cohort Guide, and program administrators with a need to know. Remediation and dismissal proceedings are kept confidential per the Candidate Progression Policy; only the candidate and program administrators have access. Grievance records are retained for a minimum of five years and made available to IBHE upon request.
Classroom recordings submitted for virtual observation are retained for the duration required by MACTE accreditation standards and deleted per MMR's data retention policy. Recordings are used only for the direct supervisory relationship and are not used for marketing, public sharing, social media, or school evaluation.