
An Educational Philosophy
Longtime Wellan teacher Sister Lauretta Maynard shares her heartfelt and inspirational philosophy on education in our latest blog post....
Sister Lauretta Maynard, Beginners Teacher
Jan 17, 2020

Creativity... and Montessori
If you think back to yourself as a child, you may remember that feeling that you could do anything. You were an inventor, a painter, a...
Lisa Lappin Levine, Lower Elementary Teacher
Dec 13, 2019

The Value of Tinkering
For ages, children have made things out of unconventional materials and have taken things apart. Tinkering can satisfy a child's natural...
Merav Rosen, Design Lab Teacher
Apr 11, 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,...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Mar 21, 2019

Quick Quiz: How well do you encourage a “Growth Mindset” for your child?
Just as our students have the opportunity to learn and refine their skills, so too do NMS teachers. We often use time during our monthly...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Mar 21, 2018