Danville Montessori School

May – 2012

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5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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Children continue activities, parents pick up children and school closes promptly at 6:00pm

5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.

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Light snack (variety of fresh fruit or crackers with cheese, milk, etc.)

What are Montessori teachers taught?

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Montessori teachers are specifically shown how to teach children to read, write and do math. In addition, they are taught how to help children become independent, responsible, self-disciplined and cooperative. The teachers are shown how to teach practical skills such as carpentry and sewing. And they are taught specifically how to teach children the various subjects areas: science such as botany, zoology and astronomy; the social sciences of history and geography; and such arts as music, dance and different forms of handwork. The teachers are also taught techniques and materials for helping development of such basic capacities as the control over movement and the development of the senses of sight, touch, taste and smell.

How are Montessori teachers trained?

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Montessori teachers are trained through demonstration and the provision of opportunity to practice. The Montessori curriculum is organized around specific teaching materials which are developmentally sequenced. Each curriculum area is taught to teacher trainees by careful demonstration of the presentation and use of each curriculum materials in sequence. Students then practice the techniques they have seen demonstrated until they have mastered the material well enough to use with the children. The students absorb an understanding of child development and education through observation and explanation of the practice they see demonstrated. Further in-depth study of the theory is provided through a tutorial program of guided readings, lessons, and assignments. In this way, teachers learn the use of specific materials and techniques for helping children learn and develop. At the same time they develop a theory of learning, development, curriculum, and teaching which supports and is consistent with, the practice they are learning.

Why should parents consider a Montessori education for their child?

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The educational advantages a child receives in life are very important. The child’s personality, outlook and intelligence are in the process of being formed. In order for the child to fully actualize his/her potential, it is critical that the child be provided the resources and assistance necessary for learning and development to occur. This help can only be provided if it is based upon an adequate understanding of the child and the processes of growth and development. This information and the necessary tools for helping development, are given to Montessori teachers in Montessori teacher training programs.

Are Montessori programs recognized?

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The Montessori method of education is well known. Montessori schools are located throughout the world. Additionally, many new textbooks in the field of child development and education are referring to the important contributions of Dr. Montessori to the field of children’s education. Montessori programs are also recognized through various programs and societies. Most notable of these societies are the American Montessori Society and the American Montessori Internationale. It is preferable to be accredited through one of these societies, as it provides an assurance to parents that the Montessori curriculum is being adhered to in all its facets in a professional way, as Dr. Montessori intended. Bring accredited also guarantees that the proper materials are provided and the correct amount of teachers have completed their Montessori training program.

What happens when children leave a Montessori program?

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Children from a Montessori program usually fit in well whenever they go after attending a Montessori program. Because they are respectful, cooperative, self-disciplined and independent learners, they are well prepared to get along successfully in any program. Competence is a firm foundation for success.

How do children from a Montessori program compare with children from other programs?

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Children from a Montessori program are often several years ahead of grade level. They like school are usually interested in everything. Typically, they are friendly, generous, cooperative and respectful of both property and others.

How are children disciplined in a Montessori program?

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Most visitors to a Montessori program are amazed at how peaceful, pleasant and well behaved the children are. Montessori programs are noted for the self-discipline of their children. The particularly interesting thing about this is that the method does not involve techniques of coercion, intimidation or manipulation. The children do not think of their teachers as being strict or mean. Techniques of force or power are not used. Basically, what happens is that the children find their needs are being met. They like the teacher and the classroom. They sense the teacher cares about them and is a source of help. The child simply needs to be shown in a positive way how to meet his/her needs. Through this process, non-acceptable behavior lessens and finally disappears. This makes the classroom a very pleasant place for both the children and the teacher. The keys to this process are :

a. Creating an environment prepared to meet the cognitive needs of the children

b. A teacher trained in positive, constructive methods of helping children