Ashley McLean, Primary Teacher
Mar 28, 2019
Follow the Child: Navigating Gender Expression through Montessori Philosophy
“Following the child” is the epitome of Montessori education. As teachers, we observe students to understand and address their learning...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Mar 21, 2019
The Power of Choice in Childhood
Childhood is often portrayed as an idyllic time filled with carefree days and little to no worries, stress, or responsibilities. However,...
Vanessa Irzyk, Art Specialist
Mar 15, 2019
6 Questions with NMS Art Specialist Vanessa Irzyk
Why do you teach at NMS? I teach at NMS because I have the freedom to teach and flow with what interests the students. If I were to teach...
Jack, 3rd Grade Journalism Intern
Mar 8, 2019
My Experience in Design Lab at NMS
Jack, an NMS 3rd grader, wrote this piece as part his journalism internship. Read more about the NMS internship program here. Jack with...
Justine Brooks, Upper Elementary Teacher
Mar 1, 2019
Montessori Students Learn about Peace, Unity, and Identity through Cosmic Education
The stars, earth, stones, life of all kinds form a whole in relation with each other, and so close is this relation that we cannot...
Samantha Foley, Beginners Teacher
Feb 15, 2019
Tips for Traveling with Toddlers
February vacation is upon us—a perfect opportunity for a family trip! But once travel plans involve making it through TSA, bringing a...
Katie Quann Ng, Music Specialist
Feb 8, 2019
Building a Musical Foundation at Wellan
Everyone learns to speak before reading. The idea that everyone learns how to speak their native language easily—because it is a natural...
Beth Black, Head of School
Jan 31, 2019
Parenting Juliet: Resources for parenting pre-teen and teen daughters
Original Photo by JJ Jordan on Unsplash I’m in an Upper Elementary classroom in Illinois. We’re working our way through Romeo and Juliet,...
Julia Tatsch
Jan 25, 2019
More Than a “Tough Age”: The Potential for Happiness In Adolescence
Growing up, I recall my mother saying to me, “I just want you to be happy.” While I appreciated her wish for me at the time, I wondered...
Rosie Allen, Primary Teacher
Jan 18, 2019
Encourage Young Children to Listen With 4 Teacher-Approved Tips
Parents often remark that Wellan teachers have a magical power for getting children to listen. There may be some “magic” that comes with...
