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All Heroes Need a Champion
All Heroes Need a ChampionWhy Educators Deserve Mentors, Too We often speak of educators as heroes—and rightly so. Committed to something far greater than themselves, educators bring both mind and heart to the sacred work of guiding young people through joy and struggle, curiosity and challenge. In quiet moments and in chaos, they hold the whole child—emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually. Let’s be clear, teaching demands all the qualities of a hero: unwavering belief in...
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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...
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Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom
By Jane Nelson & Chip DeLorenzo
Montessori Inclusion
By Ann Epstein
Equity Examined
By Dr. Valaida Wise
Team Teaching in Early Childhood: Leadership Tools for Reflective Practice
By Uniit Carruyo
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Montessori Podcasts
Ages 0-3 years
Infant and Toddler educators nurture and inspire the potential of young children as they build a foundation for the rest of their lives. We are here to help.
Primary Educators
Ages 3-6 years
Primary educators cultivate new skills in children who are building language, order, self-discipline, and character. We have resources to aid you in this paramount task.
Elementary Educators
Ages 6-12 years
Elementary educators ignite an explosion of intellect, imagination, morality, and identity for children entering a new plane of development. We are here to help.
Adolescent Educators
Ages 12-14 years
Adolescent educators are champions of our young people as they take their first steps into adulthood. We have resources to assist you with this significant responsibility.
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Heads of School and Administrators
School leaders define culture, cultivate community, and build vibrant schools. We are here to support you in this important work.
Families
Parenting is the most important job there is and shapes who our children become in the world. We are happy to share our favorite resources for families.
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