SENATE RULES COMMITTEE SR 69
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THIRD READING
Bill No: SR 69
Author: Niello (R)
Introduced: 1/12/26
Vote: Majority
SUBJECT: Montessori Month
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST: This resolution designates February 2026 as Montessori Month in
California, and urges all Californians to take note of that month and to participate
fittingly in its observance.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
1) In February 2026, Montessorians will celebrate the 119th anniversary of the
first Montessori school.
2) A system for the education of children from birth through secondary schools,
the Montessori program focuses upon providing materials, techniques, and
experiences that support the learners’ natural development and encourages
children to “learn how to learn,” to gain independence and self-confidence, and
to promote the principles of peace and responsible world citizenship.
3) It is fitting and proper that we recognize the immeasurable contributions of
California’s Montessori schools, and congratulate all Montessorians upon the
119th anniversary of the first Montessori school.
This resolution pays tribute to the long and distinguished history of the Montessori
Method and to the teachers, both past and present, who have contributed
immeasurably to the education of our citizens.
Related/Prior Legislation
SCR 17 (Niello, Resolution Chapter 26, Statutes of 2025)
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
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SUPPORT: (Verified 1/20/26)
None received
OPPOSITION: (Verified 1/20/26)
None received
Prepared by: Hunter Flynn / SFA / (916) 651-4171
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