The largest independent school on Martha's Vineyard
Community
Community is central at VMS. Children and their growth bring us together, and the authentic connections and values we hold in common sustain us as our students mature into resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens.
Our faculty is a dedicated group of professionals who are thoughtful and ambitious about their work. They are drawn to VMS by the opportunity to impact young students using a progressive, multicultural curriculum that tackles challenging topics in age-appropriate ways. At every grade level, VMS teachers create inclusive, anti-bias classrooms where children’s identities are embraced and their voices are valued. Students learn to consider the experiences of others and gain the capacity to advocate confidently for justice in an increasingly complex and diverse world.
Board of Trustees
The VMS volunteer Board of Trustees focuses on the short and long-term health of the School and is dedicated to the following priorities: carrying out the stewardship of the school’s mission; ensuring the school’s financial stability; hiring and evaluating the Head of School; overseeing the Strategic Planning process
2030 Strategic Vision
The Plan for the Future
Having celebrated the 50th anniversary in 2025, Vineyard Montessori School’s Board of Trustees identified strategic priorities to be a strongly positioned community school, serving infants through Grade 8 on a campus that is accessible to all. VMS is a leader in innovative education, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice is interwoven throughout all facets.
Progressive Programming:
- A forward-thinking educational model that prepares students for the future by engaging them in a wide range of dynamic, cross-disciplinary learning experiences.
- Expanded curriculum with real-world learning that addresses both global and local challenges.
Community Ties:
- Resources and services create a holistic approach to remove barriers to learning and promoting family and student success.
- VMS leads as a vibrant community hub with a culture of progressive learning, collective trust, and shared responsibility.
Enhanced Infrastructure:
- A Physical Campus includes accessible buildings, additional classrooms, walkways, and playgrounds.
- A sustainable financial model to ensure equity for all families.
Alumni
VMS Family Teacher Association (FTA)
Vineyard Montessori School’s Family Teacher Association (FTA) plays an important role in the life of the school. All families of enrolled students are automatically members of the FTA. The FTA exists to cultivate a dynamic and nurturing community that channels support for students, teachers and the school — and they have a lot of fun doing so!
Your time, talents, and enthusiasm are what makes our Montessori community thrive. Participation in any area and at any level is important and greatly appreciated.
Want to get more involved? Email fta@vineyardmontessori.com!
