2018 AIMS Conference: Full Schedule

8:30am CST

Pre-registration and check in

Friday February 23, 2018 8:30am - 9:00am CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

9:00am CST

Welcome

Friday February 23, 2018 9:00am - 9:30am CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

9:30am CST

Keynote: Habeeb Quadri "Impacts of Culture on Our Children's Lives: A Muslim Perspective"

Friday February 23, 2018 9:30am - 11:30am CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

11:30am CST

Gluten Free Lunch

Friday February 23, 2018 11:30am - 12:45pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

11:30am CST

Lunch

Friday February 23, 2018 11:30am - 12:45pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

11:30am CST

Vegetarian Lunch

Friday February 23, 2018 11:30am - 12:45pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

12:45pm CST

Anti-Bias, Anti-Racism Workshop by Chicago Regional Organizing for Antiracism - Chicago ROAR

Chicago ROAR trainers will provide an interactive Anti-Bias, Anti-Racism workshop.

Speakers

Stacy Williams

Chicago ROAR is a regional program of Crossroads Antiracism Organizing & Training. The purpose of Chicago ROAR is to dismantle systemic racism and build antiracist multicultural diversity within institutions and communities implemented primarily by training institutional transformation... Read More →

Karen Ziech

Organizer, Chicago Regional Organizing for Antiracism (Chicago ROAR)

Friday February 23, 2018 12:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

2:45pm CST

Afternoon Break

Friday February 23, 2018 2:45pm - 3:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

3:15pm CST

Inclusivity in Montessori: Leadership From the Top Down, Collaboration and Partnerships for Growth

-What does this mean for you as a Head of School or Teacher Leader?
-Marketing Montessori
-It's a New Day at AMS

Speakers

Mary Ellen Kordas

Mary Ellen Kordas is president of the AMS Board of Directors, a member of the council of the Montessori Public Policy Initiative, and a consultant to Montessori schools and boards of trustees (MEK Consulting). She was a founding head of school of Livermore’s Valley Montessori, the... Read More →

Friday February 23, 2018 3:15pm - 4:00pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

4:00pm CST

Meet Tim Purnell: AMS Executive Director

Friday February 23, 2018 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

4:30pm CST

Meet Debby Riordan: AMI/USA Incoming Executive Director

Friday February 23, 2018 4:30pm - 5:00pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

5:00pm CST

What is MACTE and Why Is It Important To Me?

Speakers

Carolyn Pinkerton

Accreditation Specialist, Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education

Friday February 23, 2018 5:00pm - 5:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

5:30pm CST

Networking

Friday February 23, 2018 5:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

Heads-Administrators-Leaders

8:00am CST

Check-in

Saturday February 24, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Goodwin Hall Atrium

All Montessori Professionals

9:00am CST

Welcome

Limited Capacity seats available

Saturday February 24, 2018 9:00am - 9:15am CST
Goodwin Auditorium

All Montessori Professionals

9:15am CST

Challenges and Opportunities: Why Poverty Matters and Why Schools Can Matter More

Limited Capacity seats available

Saturday morning's keynote speaker will be Dr. Tammy Pawloski who has led more than 500 professional learning events for teachers, school leaders, and stakeholders. She understands the challenges and opportunities of teaching, and has devoted the last ten years to the study of children of poverty - why they struggle and which strategies have the greatest impact. Dr. Pawloski is a noted expert because of her breadth of knowledge, however what resonates most with teachers and school leaders is her ability to deliver an uncommon combination of research, practice, and compelling stories from the field that empower and challenge them to show up and show out as effective educators.

Speakers

Tammy Pawloski

TP REVISED 25 Handout 1.13.18 pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Goodwin Auditorium

All Montessori Professionals

10:15am CST

Exhibit Hall

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:15am - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall Atrium

All Montessori Professionals

10:30am CST

Classroom Management: The Role of the Adult and the Prepared Environment

Limited Capacity filling up

As Montessori educators and administrators we are committed to careful attention to each detail of the prepared environment, but often lose sight of our own significance in continually preparing ourselves to hold up our part of the Montessori triad. Be re-inspired to strive for the adult "virtues" Montessori called us toward and rejuvenate yourself in your journey of transformation!

Participants will reflect upon the essential role of the adult in nurturing and facilitating desired learner outcomes for children; explore a list of characteristics the Montessori educator/administrator must possess/develop as articulated in Maria Montessori's work; and gather practical tips for continued transformation through self-reflection, personal growth and self-care.

Speakers

Jocelyn Scotty

SVP Schools, Higher Ground Education

Jocelyn Scotty is the Director of Schools for Higher Ground Education, the parent company for Guidepost Montessori Schools. Jocelyn works directly with campus leadership teams to grow enrollment, cultivate strong teaching teams and build a genuine sense of community while delivering... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Goodwin 414

All Montessori Professionals, Administrators

10:30am CST

Making Choices: Traditional and Supplemental Materials in our Classrooms

Limited Capacity full

One hallmark of a quality Montessori program is a well-equipped classroom environment with a set of beautiful learning materials. Some materials are purchased, others are created by the teacher. In this session we will review the purpose and function of the traditional manipulative materials as well as recent research on outcomes for children who attend Montessori schools. The goal is to clarify our reasons for introducing supplementary or alternative materials and activities, so that we can make wise decisions when preparing an optimal environment for our children.

Speakers

Dot Thompson

Montessori Consultant, Montessori Education Center of the Rockies

After obtaining an M.Ed in early childhood education and an AMS EC credential in 1978, Dot taught at Montessori schools in PA and CO. She joined the faculty of Montessori Education Center of the Rockies as a Sensorial and Math instructor and was Executive Director from 2003-13... Read More →

References Making Choices 2018 pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Kindlon 162

All Montessori Professionals

10:30am CST

Multicultural Movement to Teach Peace Education - Dances of Universal Peace

Limited Capacity seats available

Peace Education is foundational to the Montessori method which supports the inner development of the child. In this workshop, multicultural dances are infused in Peace Education Curriculum that is integrated at all levels at Rock Prairie Montessori School. We will talk about the importance of defining your peace education program with examples of position statements. Participants will learn at least three dances that support the peace education curriculum. This is an experiential workshop. We will dance!

Participants will understand the journey of forming position statements organically generated from faculty to define Peace education in a Montessori School in the Toddler, Primary and Elementary levels. We will explore the structure and rationale for having a Peace Educator in your school.We will have movement by practicing three Dances of Universal Peace. The dances are done as a group and will have a cultural focus.

Speakers

Martha Carver

Head of School, Rock Prairie Montessori School

Martha Carver is the Head of School of Rock Prairie Montessori School in Janesville, Wisconsin. She holds a primary certificate from MEIPN Seattle with 35 years experience in Montessori education. Martha is a board member of the International Montessori Council, a consultant with... Read More →

Tajali Tolan

Peace Education Educator, Rock Prairie Montessori School

Tajali Tolan is a peace education teacher at Rock Prairie Montessori School. Tajali is a family therapist, a yoga instructor, a mindfulness instructor, a social emotional skills facilitator and a leader of Dances of Universal Peace. Tajali has been a Ursula Thrush Peace Grant rec... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Kindlon 163

All Montessori Professionals

10:30am CST

Releasing the Secondary Classroom to the Adolescent

Limited Capacity seats available

Adolescents prepare for their future by developing independence and autonomy in practical ways. Student-led planning and execution of the classroom schedule, field trips and immersions, hosting parent information meetings and various social events, will allow adolescents to develop collaborative and independent skills, including effective communication, adaptability, self-confidence, and the ability to plan appropriate activities for a variety of audiences.

• Attendees will learn strategies for supporting student-led planning.
• Gain understanding of the adolescent planning process
• Implementing reflection and discussion as an integral part of the adolescent curriculum
• Understand the importance of collaborative work in the decision making process.
• Provide opportunities for growth and foster effective communication skills.

Speakers

Zakiya Lasley

Middle School Directress, Montessori Academy of Chicago

Zakiya Lasley is the Middle School Directress for the Montessori Academy of Chicago. She has worked in the 3-6 environment as an assistant, Lower Elementary and Upper Elementary as Co-Lead. Zakiya completed her middle school training at the Houston Montessori Center. Zakiya received... Read More →

Charles Martin

Elementary/Middle School Coordinator, Brickton Montessori School

Charles Martin, M.A.Ed., has worked in the Brickton Montessori Middle School since 2011 and has served as Middle School Director since 2012. Originally from Shenandoah, Iowa, Charles has a Bachelor of Arts in English education with a minor in communication and theatre from the University... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Goodwin 213

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Middle School

10:30am CST

The Use of Green spaces to Promote Well-being

Limited Capacity seats available

Guided in evidence based research attendees will receive an outdoor, preventative approach to promoting well-being combining the Montessori Philosophy and the constructs of Occupational Therapy. Through collaboration with a therapist and teacher we will provide activities using green spaces for twenty minutes a day to facilitate mental health and attention to task.

•Understand the effectiveness of the use of green spaces to promote students’ well-being. •Differentiate between the benefits of using natural settings versus indoors spaces to perform activities based on the body of evidence presented.
•Evaluate the positive outcomes in the classroom for implementing daily meaningful outdoor activities.

Speakers

Melissa Chorney

Dr, None

Dr. Melissa Chorney, OTD, MOT/L, is an occupational therapist that services clients in the pediatric/school and sub-acute rehabilitation setting in Dupage County, IL. Co-coach a running club with students 6-12 from Seton Montessori. Melissa and I were married in 2014, after meeting... Read More →

David Chorney

Mr. David Chorney, Seton Montessori

David Chorney, is a co-teacher for 6-9 and PE teacher 6-12 at Seton Montessori in Clarendon Hills, IL. Co-coach a running club with students 6-12 from Seton Montessori. Melissa and I were married in 2014, after meeting in Alaska in 2010. We share a passion for the outdoors as well... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Kindlon 161

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood/Elementary

10:30am CST

You are in a Crisis ... Hope is NOT a strategy

Limited Capacity seats available

When a crisis hits a school, the more prepared the school is, the easier it is to navigate the difficult crisis waters. We will look at the key steps the school can take before, during and after a crisis hits. While we can’t predict every crisis, there are important standards, best practices, and protocols that every school can and should have in place.

We will also look at the most important steps to take when a crisis hits your school, including the readiness of your crisis team, how to gather the facts, and developing the right messages for your community, which is often the greatest challenge. The Jane Group will take the group through proven techniques and strategies.

Speakers

Jane Hulbert

Partner, The Jane Group

Jane Hulbert is the founder of The Jane Group, a crisis consulting firm that works exclusively throughout the world, based in Chicago.

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Goodwin 312

All Montessori Professionals, Admin

10:30am CST

Compassionate Communication: How to Build Peaceful Relationships through Non-Violent Communication (Part 2)

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will build on Part 1, which gave an overview of the philosophy as well as the Two Parts and Four Components of speaking the language of nonviolent communication (NVC) or compassionate communication.
In Part 2, participants will have an opportunity to dive deeper into the concepts of NVC as we focus on deep listening, receiving empathically, and the power of empathy in responding to others no matter what messages are being presented to us.

Attendance at the Part 1 session is not required to benefit from Part 2. There will be a sufficient review of the principles introduced in the first session.

Speakers

Rebecca Creighton

Educational Consultant, n/a

Rebecca Creighton has served in education for 17 years. She started her career as a special education teacher and continued in the roles of Assistant Principal, Director of Emotional Wellness, and Interim Head of School. She holds a Certificate in School Leadership for Social Emotional... Read More →

Connie Laufersky

Director, White Rock Montessori

Connie Laufersky has been involved in Montessori education for over 20 years, having begun her Montessori journey when her children were enrolled in a Montessori school during their preschool years. She holds a BS in Earth Science, with a minor in Music from Michigan State University... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:15pm CST
Goodwin 211

All Montessori Professionals

10:30am CST

Creative Development in the Montessori Classroom

Limited Capacity full

This workshop will delve into the process of creative development in children. As we explore each stage of creative development, we will look at key indicators that define each stage along with examples of children’s work used as visual examples. We will cover how to approach art history in an age appropriate manner that will spark a child’s enduring curiosity and interest in art. There will also be interactive portions where participants can share ideas, work together and have group conversations on how to prepare a successful art area for the Montessori classroom. This workshop is based on Maria Montessori’s own philosophy of creativity and art.

The goal of this workshop is to gain a deeper understanding of creative development and how this functions and is supported within the Montessori environment. Attendees will receive information and examine a number of images that will give clear examples of the creative process and indicators of the stages of creative development.

Speakers

Margaret Combs

Head of School, Spark Montessori School

Margaret has over 20 years of experience in Montessori education. She holds her EC credential from MMTTC and serves as Spark Montessori School’s Head of School. She also serves as a trainer and consultant for MMTTC and the Center for Guided Montessori Studies.

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:15pm CST
Goodwin 415

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood

10:30am CST

Living Together: The Experiential Foundation for 0 - 3

Limited Capacity seats available

After 100 years, are our Practical Life areas still beneficial to today's child? Are they effective in helping children plan, solve problems and move with purpose? Let's re-examine the experiences considered to be the most important in the 0-3 prepared environment to keep this the foundation within our communities. Part theater, part two friends chatting over coffee and muffins (plenty to share with attendees), and a digital slideshow to enhance the conversation - join us!

Learn to recognize and create activities which develop each child’s capacity to discover, explore and create, while preserving Montessori’s vision of Practical Life as the heart of a vital, working community. Re-fresh or recognize the importance of observation as the guide to revealing the child, their interests, and our role to connect through the prepared environment. Real ideas. Real friends. Real resources that can be implemented on Monday morning.

Speakers

John Barrett

Director, Cobalt Extensions

Cobalt Extensions

Julia Eskenazi

Lead Teacher, MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO

With over 20 years of experience I have been supporting and guiding children and families in the Toddler and Early Childhood levels. I hold AMS certifications at both levels and have a Bachelors Degree in Speech. I have extensive experience working with adult student teachers at Seton... Read More →

Elizabeth Norman

Montessori Toddler and Early Childhood Program Director, Intercultural Montessori Language School

Elizabeth (Beth) Norman is an experienced Montessori leader serving the needs of children, families, adult learners, educators, school administrators, and the community with integrity, compassion, creativity, leadership and advocacy. Currently serving the Intercultural Montessori... Read More →

2018 AIMS Conference. Practical Life handout pdf

GFDF Apple Crisp Recipe pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:15pm CST
Goodwin 317

All Montessori Professionals, Infant/Toddler

10:30am CST

The Prepared Environment and Psychological Safety: Practice for Fostering Social-Emotional Growth in the Montessori Classroom

Limited Capacity filling up

This 90-minute presentation (10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) will combine Montessori philosophy with modern psychological research, to address the question of how best to prepare the learning environment for optimal social-emotional development. This presentation will also examine the impact of perceived “psychological safety” on creative thinking, collaborative learning, and a willingness to take developmentally-appropriate risks. Participants will be asked to apply the theories and practices presented, by engaging in small-group discussions around vignettes.

Participants will gain an understanding of ways to prepare the learning environment for optimal social-emotional growth, with an emphasis on practices that contribute to a sense of psychological safety. Participants will use vignettes and small group discussions to deepen their understanding of the ways in which fostering psychological safety can enhance creative thinking, collaborative learning, and a willingness to take developmentally-appropriate risks in the learning environment.

Speakers

Caroline Adelman

Director of Student Wellness, Near North Montessori

Caroline Adelman, PhD, is the Director of Student Wellness and Support Services at Near North Montessori School. She is also an Assistant Clinical Professor at Northwestern University, and founder of Chicago Psychotherapy, LLC. Dr. Adelman has published book chapters and journal articles... Read More →

Annie Stone

Art Director, Near North Montessori

Annie Stone is an Artist and Montessori Guide. Over the course of her sixteen years spent in the company of young children at Near North Montessori, she has paid close attention to the vital work of creative expression and found practical ways to prepare supportive environments for... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:15pm CST
Goodwin 212

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood

10:30am CST

Challenges and Opportunities: Why Poverty Matters and Why Schools Can Matter More - Breakout

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Tammy Pawloski

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Goodwin Auditorium

All Montessori Professionals

10:30am CST

Growing up Gay

Limited Capacity seats available

Through the incredible response to the article that Mirko Sever and I wrote in the summer issue of "Montessori Life" 2017, I was invited to present at the AIMs conference on my thoughts on "Growing up Gay". It was clear from the many responses that flooded in from the article that Montessori teachers and administrators are in need of a voice for inclusion and understanding. I will share my thoughts and those of the many young people who are struggling with acceptance and a place. Do I have all the answers, No! But I believe it is important to start and continue the dialog.
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Speakers

Geoffrey Bishop

Executive Director, Nature's Classroom Montessori

Geoffrey Bishop hails from the bush in North West NSW, Australia. After his childhood spent on the sheep station he went to an agricultural boarding school for five years then to University in both Sydney and Melbourne where he Studied Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. For... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Goodwin 321

All Montessori Professionals, All

12:00pm CST

Gluten Free Lunch

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:00pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

12:00pm CST

Lunch

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:00pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

12:00pm CST

Vegetarian Lunch

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:00pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

12:30pm CST

Gluten Free Lunch #2

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:30pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

12:30pm CST

Lunch #2

Sponsors

John Barrett

President, Cobalt Extensions

Cobalt Extensions serves as the Technology Department of Montessori Schools and Associations

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:30pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

12:30pm CST

Vegetarian Lunch #2

Saturday February 24, 2018 12:30pm - 1:15pm CST
Goodwin Hall of Business, Hall of Leaders

All Montessori Professionals

1:15pm CST

A Deeper Look at the Role of the Adult in the Montessori Prepared Environment

Limited Capacity full

Speakers

Jennifer Nolan

Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, Seton Montessori School

Jennifer Nolan is Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at Seton Montessori Institute and Schools based in Clarendon Hills, Illinois, having previously served as Head of School at Seton Montessori School for 12 years. Jennifer is also the Administrator Course Coordinator and faculty... Read More →

The Montessori Approach and The Adult AIMS 2.18 pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 212

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood

1:15pm CST

Common Queries and Refined Responses: What Parents Ask, What We Say, and What They Hear

Limited Capacity full

Come join us for this theatrical and sometimes comical workshop, where we will examine the most common questions parents ask, gathered through a nation-wide survey of Montessori teachers and administrators. Through improvisation and role-playing, we will examine the best ways to answer parent inquiries of all kinds. We will analyze the roots of parental worry to gain insight to what parents are really thinking. Finally, we will analyze the most effective (and least effective) terminology to use to moderate fear, encourage a deeper understanding of Montessori principles, and pave the way for functional parent/teacher relationships.

Goals:
1. To instill assurance that parent interactions can be positive and fruitful.
2. To create mindfulness around insight and empathetic thinking toward parents.
3. To offer concrete strategies and language to use when parents have questions.
4. To provide the opportunity to role play and practice a manner of dialoguing with parents that honors their true inner concerns and validates the position and feelings of the teacher.

Outcomes:
1. Participants will enhance their answers to the most common questions that parents ask.
2. Participants will learn techniques to overcome defensiveness and improve their listening skills with parents.

Speakers

Larry Schanker

Executive Director/Music Specialist, Brookview Montessori School

Larry Schanker is Executive Director and Music Specialist at Brookview Montessori School in Benton Harbor MI. He has been teaching music for 25 years at Brookview and in various TEPs. He is an avid silent film accompanist and has been writing music for dance, theatre, and film for... Read More →

Laurie Stockton-Moreno

Elementary Lead, Southlake Montessori

Laurie Stockton-Moreno is Elementary Program and Admissions Director at Mission Montessori School in San Francisco. Previously, she served in many capacities at Brookview Montessori School in Benton Harbor, MI, most recently as Lower Elementary Lead Teacher and Education Director... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Kindlon 161

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood/Elementary

1:15pm CST

Connecting Culture to the Early Childhood Environment

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Caitlin Reusche

Early Childhood Teacher, Suder Montessori Magnet School

Caitlin Reusche is a public Montessori early childhood teacher at Suder Montessori Public School. She is passionate about folding her students' and families' interests into her environment.

Participant.Reusche.AIMS.ConnectingCulturetotheECClassroom (1) pdf

Reusche.AIMS2018.FamilySurvey (1) pdf

Reusche.AIMS2018.BirthdayNotice pdf

AIMS2018.ConnectingCulturetotheClassroom.Reusche.Resources (1) pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 415

All Montessori Professionals

1:15pm CST

Creating an Environment for Work

Limited Capacity seats available

Our classrooms are learning communities that focus on work. But what do we need to do to "prepare" an environment for productive and constructive work? This workshop goes beyond just preparation of shelves, materials and lessons but delves into the culture of meaningful work and how to guide children towards working with intention, purpose and joy.

Speakers

Tanya Ryskind, J. D.

Associate Elementary Director, Center for Guided Montessori Studies

Tanya Ryskind, J.D., is a Montessori teacher trainer, consultant, speaker, and author who focuses her work on leadership and organizational development. She has presented at regional, national and international Montessori conferences. Tanya's work has been published in Montessori... Read More →

Creating An Environment For Work 2018 pptx

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Kindlon 162

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Middle School

1:15pm CST

Cultivating Civic Agency for Adolescents through an Interdisplinary Peace Curriculum

Limited Capacity seats available

This presentation will show the impact of weaving several disciplines together through a lens of universal human rights. Showcasing how to explore, define and execute meaningful social justice work and cultivate civic agency for adolescents through an interdisciplinary peace curriculum that is congruent with Dr. Montessori’s tenants of Peace Education.

Share practical approaches and tools for curating a highly impactful Humanities curriculum using "key" questions to frame student inquiry. The presenter will highlight how the gravity of such a “grand” conversation, as a foundation, can foster independence in critical thought while also remaining highly flexible, ripe for both the exploration of literature, social justice and current events.

Speakers

Cynthia Castiglione

12-14 teacher (presenter), Near North Montessori

Cynthia Castiglione is a Head teacher at Near North Montessori in Chicago. She is the Director of Logistics for the annual Montessori and City Adolescent Conference (MACA). Previously, Cynthia taught Humanities in the Chicago Public Schools. She is a graduate of The Theatre School... Read More →

List of some great resources pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 211

All Montessori Professionals

1:15pm CST

Cultural Intimacy: Let's Do More Than Talk

Limited Capacity seats available

Are you ready for "real-life" scenarios in which to examine our own negative stereotypes and narratives about people who don't look, speak and worship the way we do? How can we dispel our own fears and "hang-ups" in order to help children understand that ALL humans rely on each other to live? We're going to take a close look at 'Interdependence in the Universe' and how we all share a human responsibility to each other. Be prepared for an intimate, interactive experience that challenges the current climate and makes room for creative, inclusive change.

Speakers

Carmenita Peoples

President, Innovative Art and Education

Carmenita Peoples is a resident of the South Shore neighborhood in Chicago, IL. In her former life, Ms. Peoples was a Stockbroker and Investment Banker. She received her Lower EL Certification from Seton Montessori Institute and uses her many talents, professionally honed at the... Read More →

AIMS docx

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 313

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary

1:15pm CST

Dust off the Geometric Cabinet

Limited Capacity filling up

Join us in revisiting a classic but often under-utilized Sensorial material - the Geometric Cabinet. In addition to re-engaging with Montessori's original intent for the work, we'll share new activities to intrigue and engage children through the entire early childhood period. Learn how these simple, beautiful shapes can be utilized in every class area from Practical Life to Science, deepening the children's understanding of symmetry, beauty, and form, and connecting them more profoundly both to math, and the wonders of their natural world.

* Refresh basics of the Geometric cabinet shapes and cards; how to present; aims of material
* Learn variations in using the Geometric Cabinet and cards.
* See a beautiful and efficient way to store the Geometric Cabinet cards which encourages independent exploration of the material.
* Review Montessori's use of Geometric Cabinet as a tool for preparing the hand to write
* Learn extensions of the Geometric Cabinet shapes in all areas; practical life, math, language, and science.
* Participants should leave with a renewed sense of interest in this beautiful material along with a rich array of activities developed over years of observation and practice.

Speakers

Joan Schuler

Adjunct Faculty, Seton Montessori Institute

Joan Schuler has been an educator, consultant, lecturer and teach-trainer over the past 30+ years. She has consulted and lectured locally, throughout the midwest and overseas, including presentations for AIMS and national AMS conferences. Her topics have ranged from Language, Math... Read More →

Dust off Geometry Cabinet Handout pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Kindlon 163

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood

1:15pm CST

Finding a Sense of Place: Journey Through Local History

Limited Capacity seats available

Go where Cosmic Education hasn't yet ventured to give your elementary through Middle School students a glimpse into local history that will alter their Sense of Place like nothing else. Learn how to craft a hands-on investigation of the cultural innovations, flora and fauna of the past 12,000 years of your school's hometown to open their eyes and hearts to the future.

Through this interactive workshop, Elementary through Middle School teachers will gain strategies, resources and hands-on activities to empower their students to explore this fascinating approach to local history.

Speakers

Linda Bechtle

Executive Director, MINAS, Midwest Montessori Demonstration School

Linda Bechtle is the Executive Director of the not-for-profit Midwest Institute for Native American Studies (MINAS). She is the Administrator at Evanston's Midwest Montessori Demonstration School and is also the Early Childhood Coordinator at the Midwest Montessori Teacher Training... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 213

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Middle School

1:15pm CST

Five Essentials to Montessori 0-6 Literacy

Limited Capacity seats available

Right from the moment of birth a baby is not only absorbing words but also taking in the tone, intonation and the structure of the way adults in the environment speak. He creates his own way of speaking from the things that he hears. This workshop has the dual purpose of refreshing the current 0-6 educator on the essentials of Montessori literacy while providing a format for presenting the information to the parent community. The five essentials will highlight observations about language development made by Maria Montessori.
1. Prepare the environment
2. Focus on the sounds
3. Lower case letters, seen, touched and heard
4. Open-ended process-oriented art, music and practical life activities
5. Books

1) The educator will be able to use the essentials shared in this workshop to assist in their communication with their parent community.
2) The educator will see and experience children, in the sensitive period for language, absorbing and creating their language.
3) The educator will be refreshed in their use of the conversation and storytelling, singing and word play, as well as sandpaper letters and moveable alphabet.

Speakers

Elizabeth Norman

Montessori Toddler and Early Childhood Program Director, Intercultural Montessori Language School

Eva Parrucci

Director of Pedagogy, Seton Montessori Institute

Director of Pedagogy for Seton Montessori Institute's teacher education courses. Working in Montessori education since the mid-1970s. Special interests: Sensorial materials, the Montessori Bells and music education, working with families through Parent-Child programs. Has presented... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 317

All Montessori Professionals, Infant/Toddler/Early Childhood

1:15pm CST

It's Greek to me!

Limited Capacity seats available

Word study is an integral part of the Montessori Language Arts curriculum at the Elementary level, and many English words have Greek and Latin roots. In this workshop, I explore how to teach Greek and Latin roots to 6-12 children through creative and visually engaging Montessori works across the curriculum.

Word study comes alive to participants through student and teacher-driven Montessori word study works in Greek and Latin. Participants will also learn how Greek and Latin language work may be integrated within other areas of the curriculum. Finally, participants will receive resources to enrich their teaching of Greek and Latin roots to their students.

Speakers

Adam Darlage

Teacher, DuPage Montessori School

I have been the Head Upper Elementary and Middle School Teacher at DuPage Montessori School since 2009. I also enjoy working as a college instructor at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, Il., where I teach courses in World Religions and World Mythologies. Mentoring students... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 414

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary

1:15pm CST

Plan B: Creating Inclusive Classrooms

Limited Capacity full

Current buzzwords "accommodation and modification" are Dr. Montessori’s “follow the child.” Most children easily respond to the call of the materials. But how do we engage children with sensory processing issues? Support those with anxiety or behavioral issues? This workshop will give you the tools necessary to understand what your students are seeking and how to make the essential adjustments.

We will discuss common challenging behaviors that are present in many of our classrooms using six different categories. After describing the category at the Early Childhood and Elementary levels, we will give examples of strategies for each one. We want for classroom teachers to walk out of our presentation with multiple strategies and tools to support the needs of their most challenging students, first and foremost. We would also like to give classroom teachers information about having meetings with parents about behaviors and what next steps might look like to support overall growth and development for these children.

Speakers

Agnes Guerra

Children's House Directress/Early Childhood Coordinator, Brickton Montessori School

Agnes Guerra started her Montessori career as a classroom assistant in 1997. She completed her early childhood Montessori training in 2000 and her M.A.T. in 2012. She has led a classroom over 15 years and, in addition to her current role of classroom directress, is the early childhood... Read More →

Erica Lane

Head of School, Brickton Montessori School

Erica Lane is the Head of School at Brickton Montessori School. She has been in Montessori education for almost 30 years, with 21 years leading elementary classrooms. Erica's educational expertise includes curriculum development, support of diverse learners, coaching, and SEL work... Read More →

PLAN B inclusive classrooms AIMS conference 18 pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin Auditorium

All Montessori Professionals

1:15pm CST

The Key is Engagement: The Door is Geometry

Limited Capacity seats available

Let's open the door to the geometric sensorial materials in the Montessori 3-6 classroom. We will delve into the language, patterns, connections, and relationships of the materials within the classroom Our goal is to assist the teacher in engaging the child's natural interest in exploring his world through the lens of geometry. Come and Experience the genius behind the Montessori Geometric materials.

Goals: to assist teachers in their own exploration of the sensorial materials, to see the connections to the relationships within their prepared environment. To encourage teachers to go beyond the initial sensorial presentations, and guide children's discovery learning in an intentional manner.

Outcomes: Teacher would have a deeper understanding and familiarity with the sensorial materials. Teachers will experience their own discovery learning.

Speakers

Lorrie Hiatt

Montessori Program Coordinator, Campbellsville University

Lorrie is an instructor and Montessori Program Coordinator with Campbellsville University located in Campbellsville, Kentucky., where she is creating a Montessori Teacher Education Program in collaboration with the University. She is also the founder and Executive Director of Children's... Read More →

Karen Riggenbach

Presenter, Montessori Pathways

Karen Riggenbach is the Math lecturer for Seton Montessori Institute. She is a Consultant with Children's Gate Educational Consulting Services. She presently teaches in the 3-6 class at Montessori Pathways, the school she founded in 1995. Karen has over 40+ years working in Montessori... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 321

All Montessori Professionals, All

1:15pm CST

Three Years of Digital Instruction in Authentic Early Childhood Classrooms

Limited Capacity seats available

This workshop will explore the possibilities of using digital presentations of three-period lessons in authentic Early Childhood classrooms. We will look at Montessori's own words on visual aids, as well as scholarly research of children's visual media, including Dr. Angeline Lillard's recent studies of television's effects on executive function. We will review best practice standards for introducing such work into the classroom, and we will summarize three years of research on digital media in three separate Montessori classrooms. We will also see samples of the teaching videos used in those three classrooms.

The participant will leave the workshop with references for further research, a free app for iOS or Android tablets with which to experiment, and a fuller understanding of how Montessori-inspired media can provide three-period lessons to diverse learners throughout the day in complete harmony with the authentic Montessori classroom. In addition, the participant will hear some of the surprising results from our study.

Speakers

Michelle Holmes

Early Childhood Directress, Montessori Private Academy

Michelle Holmes has served at Montessori Private Academy since 2000, starting as an assistant teacher before becoming a lead teacher. In 2005, Michelle received her EC credential from Seton Montessori Institute. Since 2012, Michelle has served as the Early Childhood Coordinator for... Read More →

Jeffrey Katz

Executive Director, Montessori Private Academy

Jeffrey Katz, MAEd., has been the Executive Director of Montessori Private Academy (MPA) in Rockford, Illinois, since 2012. Jeffrey has been involved with Montessori education since 1998, having taught for four years and having served as the head of three AMS Full Member schools... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Goodwin 312

All Montessori Professionals, Early Childhood/Elementary

2:30pm CST

Afternoon Break

Saturday February 24, 2018 2:30pm - 3:00pm CST
Goodwin Hall Atrium

All Montessori Professionals

3:00pm CST

Are you ready to have courageous conversations about race?

Limited Capacity seats available

Is your staff ready to have courageous conversations about race? How do we have these essential conversations with the children when we are uncomfortable talking about racism? How do we encourage parents to sustain deep conversations with their children? Come and hear how one school in Cincinnati decided to tackle these questions and how they took action.

The Goal of this conference is to address the issues of racism with teachers and parents so we can begin to help children understand racism and inequity in our society.

Outcome: How to begin the courageous conversation Ideas to incorporate into your classroomWays you and your students can take action against racism.

Speakers

Rosemary Quaranta

Head of School, Xavier Montessori Lab School

Rosemary Quaranta, MEd is a graduate of Edgecliff College, The Washington Montessori Institute, and Cleveland State University where she received her master’s degree in education with a specialization in Montessori. Rosemary holds AMI credentials (Early Childhood, Elementary I-II... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin Auditorium

All Montessori Professionals, All

3:00pm CST

Beyond the Box

Limited Capacity seats available

Ready to dive into nutrition while obtaining the tools to provide education to your students and families? Are you looking for more ideas to begin or expand healthy food preparation in the classroom? Come learn why nutrition and food preparation is incredibly beneficial to classrooms and homes for a healthy present and future for our students and their generations to come.

Each person will gain nutritional insight and ways to continue to implement healthy and advanced food preparation in order to enrich your classroom. You will also learn ways to encourage and provide education to guide families to provide more balanced lunches and snacks to promote better academic success, even on a budget. Food allergies are always a concern and tips will be offered on how to navigate these ideas with other options.

Speakers

Heidi Geiger

Mrs., Joliet Montessori School

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Kindlon 162

All Montessori Professionals, All

3:00pm CST

Building Community Through Nature Play

Limited Capacity filling up

Children in the Second Plane of Development expand their social network; they become interested in being with others and learn how to get along. Building a strong community is essential for their Socio-Emotional and Intellectual development.This workshop will explore the benefits of creative play in nature as it helps children shape their identity, cultivate a sense of belonging, and nurture feelings of compassion, cooperation and self-esteem. Presenters will share their experiences at a nature-based Montessori school.

Participants will learn about the benefits of free play in nature to build a strong Montessori community. They will gather practical ideas on how to create outdoor environments that promote creative play, critical thinking, and social interaction.Participants will leave this workshop with an understanding of the important role of nature and nature play in community building. They will view nature play as a fundamental work in the Montessori environment.

Speakers

Jessica Maag

Head Teacher Upper Elementary, Nature Walk Montessori School

Jessica Maag is the Elementary Program Coordinator at Nature Walk Montessori School. She leads the Upper Elementary and Adolescent Community and the Elementary Homeschool Support Program, integrating environmental education into the Montessori curriculum.

Vicki Promenzio

Head of School, Nature Walk Montessori School

Vicki Promenzio is the Founder and Head of School of Nature Walk Montessori School in Round Lake, IL. NWMS's mission is to promote environmental stewardship by nurturing children's innate love of learning while fostering respect and a caring attitude to all living systems. Ms. Promenzio... Read More →

Building Community Through Nature Play pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Kindlon 163

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Administrators

3:00pm CST

Community Activism: The New Call for Peace Education

Limited Capacity seats available

As a Montessori teacher and first Latina ever elected to a highly politicized High school District, and having been involved in teacher training, in several other countries, I think it's time for us to look at Montessori education, bilingual education and a new voice for Maria Montessori's peace education in activism. I would like us to look very carefully at what your role can be as a Montessori Educator in your community, issues of equity, Social justice, and a revised role for elite Montessori Education. We can make Montessori Education standards start fitting into education policy. Montessorians should be a voice for education equity, Social justice because of the role Maria Montessori played worldwide. Opening the discussion of our role as educators needs to be addressed especially with what is happening in regards to equity in this country.

Opening up the discussion of activism, equity and social justice as the role of Montessori Peace education in our greater communities. Hopefully inspiring new leaders and leadership for equity to ensue with involvement in public education, education policy and Social Justice issues that are impacting black and brown communities. Communities that are torn apart and living in the shadows due to lack of documentation and the criminalization of their communities under the current administration policies towards immigration.

Speakers

Claudia Medina

Director / Consultant, Bilingual Montessori Lab Academy / La Casa Montessori

Claudia Medina, Mother of three children and 29-year Montessori Directress and Teacher Trainer for Early Childhood and Elementary 6-12. Claudia is a Musician and Immersion English and Spanish Montessori Teacher Trainer in both Elementary and Primary in Duhovka Institut in Prague... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 321

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Middle School/Administrators

3:00pm CST

MPPI

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Dr. Sharon Damore

Senior Consultant, Metro Consulting Services

Dr. Sharon Damore has over 35 years of experience working in Elementary and Secondary schools and higher education. Her credentials include Early Childhood (3-6) by AMS, and a doctorate in Education Leadership. Currently, as Senior Consultant, Metro Consulting Services, she leads... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 312

All Montessori Professionals

3:00pm CST

Preparing an Environment that Nurtures the Adults as well as the children

Limited Capacity full

Do adults at your school always model the healthy peer relationships that we work to develop in children? Come learn about 10 ways that schools commonly miss the mark, then discuss ways to cultivate normalization, respectful interaction, and the collaboration necessary for a quality Montessori community experience. Montessori can work for every child—let’s make it work better for the adults!

In Montessori we understand how to create an aesthetically beautiful, emotionally balanced prepared environment for children. However, the school-wide prepared environment for adults in our communities is often not given enough attention. This gap can be witnessed in how we communicate with parents, staff relationships, and how we build trust at this level. Many practical ideas and suggestion will be highlighted.

Speakers

Anna Perry

Executive Director, Seton Montessori School

Anna Perry, M.Ed. is the Executive Director of Seton Montessori Institute and Schools, based in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from Tufts University, and a Masters in Educational Administration and Social Policy from Harvard University. Additionally she... Read More →

Montessori for the Grownups AIMS 2018 pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 212

All Montessori Professionals, All

3:00pm CST

Proactive, Positive communication from Teacher to Parent

Limited Capacity full

When you went into education did you realize how much of your professional life would involve communicating with and working with parents? Having a positive relationship with your classroom parents is crucial to your success, your sanity and ultimately the success of your students. By proactively communicating with parents you can intentionally build trust and credibility. You'll be able to call upon that trust when any student issue arises and you'll be able to respond appropriately to any angry or upset parents.

This interactive presentation will:
1. Help you proactively build positive relationships, trust and credibility with your parents at school.
2. Help you feel more confident to respond to an angry or upset parent. You will become more familiar with using nuance and other techniques to get the most positive and productive outcome.
3. Use many real-life examples and focus on practical specifics you can put to use immediately.

Speakers

Chris Ambroso

Junior High Director, Near North Montessori

Christopher Ambroso is in his 25th year of Montessori education and is currently the Junior High Director at Near North Montessori in Chicago. He has classroom experience in the Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary and Middle School levels. He's been an administrator for the past eight... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Kindlon 161

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Middle School/Administrators

3:00pm CST

Roundtable Discussion for Admin and Elem

Limited Capacity seats available

This session, focused on sharing successes and collectively problem-solving challenges for school leadership, will provide an opportunity to connect with other Montessori administrators and level leads. Topics broached could be coaching vs. evaluation, affecting change through classroom observations, helping teachers navigate parent communications, and cultivating camaraderie and collegiality amongst teaching teams.

Together through our sharing we'll leave with a resource lists of potential Professional Development presenters and consultants, observation tools and resources, ideas for effectively communicating with parents, and ideas for cultivating positive faculty culture.

Speakers

Ben Blair

Elementary Program Director, Rogers Park Montessori

Ben Blair currently serves as Elementary Program Director at Rogers Park Montessori School in Chicago. He oversees the elementary and middle school, including ten classrooms, nearly 40 staff members, including co-curricular staff. This year, he will also serve as a site consultant... Read More →

Clare Heath

Educational Director, Chiaravalle Montessori School

After teaching for eight years in Lower Elementary, Clare Heath now leads the educational team at Chiaravalle Montessori. With 350 students parent/infant - 8th grade, she works most directly with the elementary program, supporting and coaching faculty, partnering with families and... Read More →

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 213

All Montessori Professionals, Elementary/Administrators

3:00pm CST

Talking to Parents about Technology

Limited Capacity seats available

With the inundation of digital technology in today’s culture, we must keep in mind what children need in their lives for healthy and appropriate development. We will discuss balancing technology with unstructured play, boredom, sleep and multi-sensory learning. Attendees will receive background information, including supporting research, needed to provide parents guidelines for a balanced digital lifestyle.

Attendees will leave this workshop with an understanding of:
• What children need for optimal brain development.
• Current research regarding the effects of technology on neurological development.
• How to facilitate parents’ understanding of why children require a balanced digital lifestyle.
• Alternative options for occupying a child’s attention when away from home, in the car, or at a social gathering.

Speakers

Carol Martorano

Head of School, Montessori School of Long Grove

Carol Martorano has been working in Montessori for over 20 years as a teacher and administrator. She is currently Head of School at the Montessori School of Long Grove, has her Montessori credentials in Elementary I/II and Administration, and sits on the board of the Association of... Read More →

Tech powerpoint handouts pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 414

All Montessori Professionals, All

3:00pm CST

The Adolescent Going-Out

Limited Capacity seats available

As the Adolescent students grow in their studies it is crucial to guide them into the community and introduce them to experts in their respective fields who can further enhance the students understanding of their studies. The opportunities for exploration are endless, but with guidance and continued support the Going-Out can be easily achieved with the Adolescent student taking charge of their experiential learning.

Understanding of the following:
Exploration of various Going-outs available
How to guide the adolescent to coordinate a personalized going-out
The evaluation process and follow up to each trip

Speakers

Katelyn Bratz

Adolescent Directress, Nature's Classroom Montessori School

Katelyn Bratz is the Adolescent Teacher at Nature's Classroom Institute and Montessori School. Katelyn has completed the AMI/NAMTA Montessori Orientation to Adolescent Studies. She has also acquired her Secondary I-II Credential from CMSTEP and a Master’s in Montessori Education... Read More →

Going Out Self Assessment pdf

Going Out Timeline pdf

Going Out Planning Document pdf

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 313

All Montessori Professionals, Middle School

3:00pm CST

The Pathway to Continuous School Improvement: The AMS Benefit

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how participation in AMS’s Pathway of Continuous School Improvement can provide you with personalized coaching to help you take your school to new levels of excellence. Whether you’re looking to craft a mission statement, incorporate core components of quality Montessori into your program, or even work towards accreditation, we will provide the support and resources to help you meet your goals. The Pathway process is self-paced, mission-based, and an exciting new addition to your school member benefits.

This presentation will demonstrate the Pathway framework, define the 5 Core Components of Montessori Education as a baseline, and show how each participating school in Pathway reaps the benefit of both a standardized approach to school improvement as well as how personal attention translates into tailor-made support that directly benefits a school immediately and tangibly through goal setting and accountability partnering.

Speakers

Peter Piché

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 317

All Montessori Professionals, Administrators

3:00pm CST

What is Freedom? What do we do with it?

Limited Capacity full

Freedom is one of the most essential concepts in Montessori and one of the most debated in terms of classroom practice. It is one of the most abstract ideas and probably the most discussed in terms of how it is manifested in classroom practice. When any human being makes a choice, s/he is expressing who s/he is as an individual and what it is that makes us all human. By connecting Freedom with Choice we can more productively discuss issues small and large. ~ Montessori tells us that the moral choices that we make will not be developed by philosophizing. Activity, experience, and action is how they will grow at each age level. (From Childhood to Adolellscence, p. 87) If we value diversity we need to act, not just talk.

1. To briefly bring us together in defining freedom and choice.
2. to present a chart that is very practical in assessing the amount of choice we are giving in the classroom.(Q & A at this point)
3. to have small groups further develop the chart in specific ways
4. to share those ideas for development (This sharing will be a kind of Q&A with each other, with me guiding but not being the one who answers all questions.)In the end, to have folks leave feeling safe in examining some essential ideas and with a tool for specific action

Speakers

Linda Davis

Consultant, Seton Montessori Institute and School and LCS member at Suder Montessori Magnet School

Linda Davis works with the staff, children, and adult learners in the teacher prep program. She finds it a joy to work with the children and feels strongly that they keep her honest and real.

Saturday February 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Goodwin 211

All Montessori Professionals, All