How Grace Montessori is Educating The Writers of Tomorrow According to a study by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), only 27% of eighth- and twelfth-graders were proficient in writing, revealing a significant gap in writing ability and reading comprehension nationwide. Our teachers at Grace Montessori School (GMS) witnessed
Teaching Self-Control Through Montessori Education Every parent hopes their child will grow into a confident, kind, and capable adult. While academics are important, research shows that one of the strongest predictors of lifelong success is self-control. A decades-long study published in Inc. found that children who develop self-control early in
The Montessori method is practiced in classrooms worldwide, but its impact extends far beyond academics. Dr. Maria Montessori’s earliest classrooms were in the impoverished neighborhoods of Rome, and her work in India during World War II helped lay the foundation for an inclusive, global movement that continues to thrive today.
The Montessori Method offers children more than just an academic foundation; it nurtures independence, curiosity and a deep respect for diversity. Rooted in worldwide consciousness and cultural understanding, Montessori education creates a unique and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to explore the world and their place within it.
The Healthy School Grant from Capital Blue Cross funds the new initiative. Grace Montessori School (GMS), a nonprofit school and childcare center serving children ages 15 months to 12 years, announced it has launched a new yoga program for its students. GMS received $1,000 from Capital Blue Cross’s Healthy School
At Grace Montessori School, we believe that learning should ignite curiosity, inspire purpose, and help children understand their place in the world. That’s why Cosmic Education is a foundational element in our curriculum.
Sewing is both a valuable life skill and a powerful tool for child development, encouraging independence, focus and creativity. Rooted in the Montessori philosophy of hands-on, purposeful work, sewing invites children to engage their fine motor skills, practice patience and experience the satisfaction of creating something with care. One way
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
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
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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