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Why Do Montessori Schools Teach Cursive? 

In today’s digital world, there is an ongoing conversation about whether children should learn cursive.  Here at Grace Montessori School, we hold the belief taught by the Montessori method: children should learn to write in cursive! There are plenty of benefits that go far beyond a child’s handwriting ability, and

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Incorporating Culture in the Classroom at GMS

At Grace Montessori School, our holistic approach to education nurtures the individuality of each of our students. Cultural education plays an important part in this goal and influences how we set up our classrooms for successful learning. Our students and staff come from a wide array of cultural backgrounds, and

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Alumni Highlight – Ethan Silver

At Grace Montessori School, we emphasize the importance of creativity, discovery, and exploration in discovering a student’s full potential. Ethan Silver, a Parkland High School senior and Grace Montessori School alumni, exemplifies this aspect of the Montessori method. He attended GMS from ages 3 to 6 and has allowed Montessori

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Grace Montessori School Earns American Montessori Society School Accreditation Candidate Distinction

Grace Montessori School (GMS), a nonprofit school and childcare center serving children ages 15 months to 12 years, received the distinction of American Montessori Society School Accreditation Candidate from the American Montessori Society (AMS). Accreditation through AMS is an extensive, multi-year process that validates a school’s commitment to delivering high-quality

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The Five Great Lessons of Montessori Philosophy

One of the cornerstones of the Montessori curriculum, designed to awaken young minds to the possibilities of the world around them, is The Five Great Lessons. Maria Montessori, the creator of the Montessori philosophy, formulated these lessons for elementary students as part of the “Cosmic Education.”  The Five Great Lessons

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The Grace Montessori School Girl Scout Troop

    Students at Grace Montessori have many opportunities to learn new skills, make new friends, and set ambitious goals. Our Grace Montessori School Girl Scout Troop, which began in Fall 2022, allows 11 students to do that. Our mixed-age troop includes Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors and is open to

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Grace Montessori to Host Its Legacy of Learning Annual Benefit

Grace Montessori School (GMS), a nonprofit school and childcare center serving children ages 12 months to 12 years, will host its annual benefit, Legacy of Learning, on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 5 p.m., at the Americus Hotel in Center City. School parents, alumni, staff, and community supporters of GMS will

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Benefits of Continuing Montessori Education

Grace Montessori School welcomes children aged one to 12 years old. As a parent, you might wonder, “When is the best time for my child to start their Montessori education?” or “How long should I send my child to Montessori school?” We can help you understand why continuing Montessori education

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The Importance of Unstructured Play

In today’s busy, tech-ridden educational landscape, children might not get enough unstructured, free play time. The Montessori Method keeps this in mind and recognizes the profound significance of unstructured playtime when nurturing young minds.    Grace Montessori School utilizes this cornerstone of Montessori philosophy to positively impact our students’ growth

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Allentown-Based Grace Montessori School Receives $17,000 Through Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program

Grace Montessori School (GMS), a nonprofit school and childcare center serving children ages 12 months to 12 years, received $17,000 in Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funds slated for the 2023-2024 school year. Commonwealth Charitable Management provided $15,000, made possible through donations from Coterra Energy and Peoples Security Bank &

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