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,...
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,...
Neus Carmona, Beginners Teacher
Nov 28, 2018
Tot Chef: Helping Your Toddler Succeed in the Kitchen
“It is surprising to notice that even from the earliest age, man finds the greatest satisfaction in feeling independent. The exalting...
The 3rd Grade Internship Experience
“My personality types are enterprising, artistic, and social; one of my top three skills is making scrambled eggs; and I bet Mr. Steve...
Neus Carmona, Beginners Teacher
Apr 9, 2018
Confident Toddler, Clean Home: A Guide for “First Chores”
“No one can be free unless he is independent: therefore, the first, active manifestations of the child’s individual liberty must be so...
Samantha Foley, Beginners Teacher
Mar 12, 2018
Talking with Toddlers: The Power of Positive Language
“No.” “Stop it.” “Don’t touch that!” As a parent, you might find yourself using these words and phrases when your child begins to make...
Heather Santiago, Assistant Business Manager
Mar 5, 2018
Figures, Fish Tanks, and Friends: A Third Grade Internship
Each year, various departments within NMS provide experiential learning opportunities to third grade students in the form of an...
To Begin “Integrated Studies” Class, Upper Elementary Students Focus on Native American History
How did people of the Inuit tribe survive the harsh arctic climate they inhabited? Where did the wind come from? How were members of the...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Nov 15, 2017
Toddlers Strengthen Skills by Setting the Table
Young children have a natural internal motivation to be involved in a wide range of household tasks. They enjoy emulating the activities...
Katie Hamill, Primary Division Leader
Nov 13, 2017
Practical Life Prepares the Hand for Writing
Upon entering a Primary Montessori classroom for the first time, children are drawn to the Practical Life area immediately. Children...
