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Ask an Elder Montessorian: How to Prepare New Families for Their First School Year
We asked Montessori Elders, "How do you support families in preparing their children for the new school year?" And here is what they said:From Anne in Portland, Oregon:"I send my families a welcome letter in June that includes a photo of my classroom team. I ask them...
Harnessing Vulnerability for Meaningful Connection
by Nicole McDermott, Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator When educators think about showing up in a classroom every day, what is top of mind? Probably lesson plans, materials, photocopies, books, overall preparedness, and outcomes. We don’t usually think about...
Do You See Yourself as a Leader?
by Nicole McDermott, Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator Most of us think of the Head of School or members of the Board as school leaders. We might consider staff with certain administrative titles to be school leaders. How many would consider all of the teachers,...
The Surprising Reality: Only 19% of Montessori Teachers Surveyed Feel Supported
At the AMS Conference in Orlando, Florida last week, the Greenspring Center for Lifelong Learning conducted an informal survey of Montessorians. Because our mission is to elevate and support the critical work of Montessori Guides and school leaders, we were curious to...
From First Day Jitters to Confident Leadership
I remember the feeling of finishing training, having spent two summers and an internship year marinating in Montessori philosophy, practicing Montessori lessons, and forming lifelong friendships with my fellow adult learners. I was truly inspired! Everything seemed...
Planning for the 2024-25 School Year: 4 Tools for Your School’s Success
What does your school community need to be successful? As we work our way through the winter months, many educators and school leaders have their sights now set on the 2024-25 school year. We are here to support you with tools for building and strengthening your...
Centering the Spirit of the Child
Dr. Maria Montessori dedicated her life to nurturing and supporting the child’s understanding and love of themselves, their community, and the Universe. Her mandate calls on us as parents and educators to provide rich and meaningful opportunities for each child to...
The Spiritual Preparation of the Adult
Dr. Maria Montessori reminds us that "The real preparation for education is a study of one's self. The training of the teacher who is to help life is something far more than the learning of ideas. It includes the training of character, it is a preparation of the...
Beyond the Break: Sustaining Teacher Wellness Throughout the Year
As we enter the holiday season, many educators are counting down the days and even hours until the break. In addition to celebrating with family, the holiday break has become critical to combating exhaustion and burn out. Unfortunately, according to a recent paper...
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