National School Choice Week provides an unprecedented opportunity, every January, to shine a spotlight on the need for effective education options for all children. Independently planned by a diverse coalition of individuals, schools and organizations, NSCW features thousands of special events across the … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2014!
New Years is the perfect occasion to celebrate love, friendships and all the good things in life. Let’s take the time to appreciate what this year has given us and what the new one is about to bring! Happy New Years! Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2014! pic.twitter.com/IfYfr9Xs65— Educational Horizons … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays to you and your families! As the holiday season is upon us, we would like to thank you for all your wonderful support throughout this past year. Our staff hopes your holidays are filled with loved ones and wish you the best in the New Year. We will see everyone in 2014! Happy Holidays, Aileen … [Read more...]
Common Misconceptions About Montessori
Because the name "Montessori" is not a trademark, it has occasionally been used by schools that do not actually follow the Montessori Method. Unfortunately, this has created a lot of myths and misconceptions about true Montessori practices, as implemented by legitimate schools accredited by AMI and AMS. Montessori … [Read more...]
Maria Montessori: Is the Montessori method any good?
At the beginning of the 20th century, Italy's first female physician, Maria Montessori, sought to turn education on its head. Using methods developed through her work with developmentally disabled children, Montessori created a 'child-centered' approach that emphasizes rich environments, freedom, and respect for the … [Read more...]
The Process of Normalization
Originally published on the North American Montessori Teacher's Association website. In Montessori education, the term "normalization" has a specialized meaning. "Normal" does not refer to what is considered to be "typical" or "average" or even "usual." "Normalization" does not refer to a process of being forced to … [Read more...]
Former Educational Horizons student wins top national science prize
Former Educational Horizons student, River Grace won the top $25,000 prize in the Broadcom MASTERS national science competition. The 14-year-old West Melbourne resident was honored with the Samueli Foundation Prize for overall excellence in science, technology, engineering and math, also known as the STEM fields. River … [Read more...]
Does it Work? What Research Says About Montessori and Student Outcomes
Montessori parents know first-hand how this approach to education supports and nurtures children’s development in all areas: physical, intellectual, language, and social-emotional. Scientific research confirms that Montessori children have an advantage not only academically, but also in social and emotional … [Read more...]
Are Public Montessori Programs Really “Montessori”?
Yes! While all Montessori classes should in essence be the same, some differences do exist among them. However, elements essential to a quality public Montessori program have been identified by these leading Montessori organizations: American Montessori Society (AMS) Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) North … [Read more...]
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