Ten years ago, Meridian Learning hosted one of the first conversations among small schools that were just starting to call themselves microschools. In 2021, the focus shifted toward sustainability, as many early efforts struggled to make it past the five-year mark.

A decade later, the landscape has changed. There is more visibility, more funding, and with that, more complexity.

This gathering is a facilitated, virtual conversation for founders and educators who are shaping the microschool movement. Together, we will reflect on how the microschool movement has evolved, what has shifted, and what it means to move forward with intention.

Participants are invited to bring:

• an artifact that represents their work or experience in microschooling
• a big hope for the future of the movement

The structure will be simple and participatory, with space for shared conversation and, if needed, smaller group reflection.

📍 Location
Virtual (Zoom)
📅 Date & Time
Thursday, May 28, 2026
7:00–8:30 PM ET
🔗 Registration
Register via Zoom

Join Meridian Learning for a grassroots microschool meetup in Indianapolis.

This meetup is open to:

• Established microschool leaders
• Educators exploring microschool models
• Parents interested in learning more
• Anyone building or supporting small learning communities

We’ll spend an hour connecting with others who care about meaningful, small-scale education and sharing ideas about the evolving microschool landscape.

📍 Location
Barnes & Noble
8675 River Crossing Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
📅 Date & Time
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
7:00–8:00 pm
✉️ RSVP
Please email Join@Meridian-Learning.org by April 3rd.

As we begin a new year, many microschool leaders are reflecting on what’s working, what feels challenging, and the kind of support they want moving forward.

January Office Hours will focus on the start of the Montessori Microschool Mentorship and the real questions microschool leaders are carrying into 2026, including multi-age practice, curriculum design, assessment, and communicating learning to families. This session is especially relevant for microschool leaders who are already operating and seeking Montessori grounding, as well as those who are actively considering launching a microschool rooted in Montessori principles. We’ll explore what it actually means to prepare adults for multi-age practice, how Montessori training supports sustainable school growth, and how leaders can build thoughtfully without needing a full traditional setup from the start.

The session will include a guided conversation and time for participant questions. It’s designed to be informal, relational, and grounded in lived microschool experience. The conversation will be recorded and shared afterward.

A Zoom link will be shared with registered participants prior to the event. RSVP via email: join@meridian-learning.org

A purposeful adolescent option is now available in Cincinnati through Meridian Micro Farm, an extension of our 17-year commitment to meaningful, community-rooted education. We’re hosting a virtual information session for families who want to learn more about this next stage of our work and how it supports young people through real-world learning, responsibility, and connection.

If you’re exploring alternatives to traditional middle school and high school, or seeking a way to continue Montessori principles into adolescence, we invite you to join us and learn more.

Meridian Micro Farm Virtual Info Session
Thursday, November 20
7 pm ET

We’ll share how our pioneering Erdkinder-based model works, new options available for the 2026-2027 school year, and how students balance hands-on work with personalized academics. We’ll also preview upcoming community events that are already underway.

For background ahead of the session:

• Why Erdkinder: A Living Model for the Modern Adolescent
• Continuing the Montessori Journey Into Adolescence: Why This Stage Matters Most

Email join@meridian-learning.org to request the link and password.

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Join Meridian Learning for a grassroots microschool meetup in Dayton!
Established microschools, microschools in progress, inspired teachers, and parents are all welcome.

When: Monday, October 13, 2025, from 7–8 pm
Where: Winan’s Coffee & Chocolate, 221 N Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402
RSVP: Please email by October 11th to Join@Meridian-Learning.org