Elementary Students Celebrate Pi Day
Pi Day is always a favorite holiday in Elementary, and not just because we love pie! This week, students enjoyed a daylong celebration of...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Mar 17, 2017
For Beginners, Snack Time Promotes Many Skills
Snack time in Beginners is often a highlight of the children’s day. While the children are typically motivated to join snack because of...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Mar 3, 2017
All You Need to Know about Specials
Spanish, Music, Library, Drama, Art, PE, Design Lab—at NMS, we name these classes Specials, and with good reason. What’s so special about...
Ashley Robinson, Communications Coordinator
Feb 17, 2017
World Read Aloud Day
On Thursday, February 16, NMS joined a global community of readers in a celebration of stories and books. The non-profit LitWorld...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Feb 10, 2017
Movement and Learning: Understanding Sensory Integration
Take a moment and think about your daily routines. How do I prepare for my day? Do I have strategies for staying alert during long...
Nicole Mongeon, Elementary Drama Specialist
Feb 3, 2017
“Behind the Scenes” of Upper Elementary Drama
Upper Elementary students performed the musical “A Kid’s Life” for their peers, teachers and parents just a few weeks ago. There were...
Learning Outcomes: A look at Continent Studies in Elementary
Sawubona! Jambo! As-Salaam-Alaikum! Bonjour! Hello! Did you know that there are an estimated 1500 – 2000 different languages spoken in...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Jan 20, 2017
Toilet Learning for Toddlers – Tips for Parents
Parent-Teacher conferences are just around the corner! A frequently raised topic of conversation is toilet learning. Even before your...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Jan 13, 2017
How Our Classrooms Measure (and Maximize) Students’ Success
Learning is a complex process involving cognitive, physical, and emotional development. How do NMS teachers measure students’ progress...
Ashley McLean, Primary Teacher
Jan 10, 2017
Labyrinths in the Classroom: Cultivating Mindfulness in a Montessori Setting
Primary teacher Ashley McLean has been integrating labyrinth activities into the classroom to teach children mindfulness and self-calming...
