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"The teacher-text-centred model was built for another century. It no longer serves the cognitive or emotional needs of t...
09/10/2026

"The teacher-text-centred model was built for another century. It no longer serves the cognitive or emotional needs of today’s children."

Dr. Angeline Lillard’s decades of research at the University of Virginia challenge the industrial-era model of education that most of us grew up with. While standardized testing and rigid timetables were designed for efficiency, modern science proves they fall short of cultivating healthy, self-regulated minds.

The growing evidence base shows that Montessori education offers a radically superior path for a child's cognitive, social, and emotional domains. By replacing conformity with a carefully prepared environment, children learn to think critically, collaborate across age groups, and discover the joy of lifelong learning.

Let's support an education designed for human potential, not factory production.

👉 Read the full scientific article here:
https://montessori-ami.org/news/montessori-healthy-minds-better-outcomes-lower-costs

Ready to build a stronger foundation in Montessori? Our Introduction to Montessori Education is an 8-hour, instructor-le...
09/09/2026

Ready to build a stronger foundation in Montessori?

Our Introduction to Montessori Education is an 8-hour, instructor-led online course that explores the "why" behind the "how." Led by Jess Fraley, this course is a perfect starting point for parents, school staff, and administrators.

We’ll explore:
✅ The Montessori developmental framework.
✅ How Prepared Environments foster independence.
✅ The profound relationship between freedom and discipline.
✅ Practical tools for home and school.

Join a community of learners dedicated to creating equitable environments where every child can thrive. ❤️

👉 Sign up for the September cohort here:
https://montessori-nw.org/workshops-events

We asked a MNW learner to share their experience earning the AMI Diploma? "Participating in this work is hard, but it's ...
09/08/2026

We asked a MNW learner to share their experience earning the AMI Diploma?

"Participating in this work is hard, but it's vital."
-Jessica, MNW Learner

Hard work. Vital impact. True progress requires us to lean into the discomfort of learning and unlearning. We are honored to walk this difficult, essential path alongside such dedicated educators.

Ready to do the work that matters? Explore our community and upcoming programs at the link in our bio.

Learn more!

https://montessori-nw.org/teacher-preparation












Staff Picks! Book recommendation for an inclusive bookshelf.Tomatoes for Neelaby Padama Lakshmi and Juana Martinez-Neal ...
09/07/2026

Staff Picks! Book recommendation for an inclusive bookshelf.

Tomatoes for Neela
by Padama Lakshmi and Juana Martinez-Neal (illustrator)

Neela loves cooking with her amma and writing down the recipes in her notebook. It makes her feel closer to her paati who lives far away in India. On Saturdays, Neela and Amma go to the green market and today they are buying tomatoes to make Paati's famous sauce. But first, Neela needs to learn about all the different kinds of tomatoes they can pick from. And as Neela and Amma cook together, they find a way for Paati to share in both the love and the flavors of the day.

Bestselling author and host of Bravo's Top Chef and Hulu's Taste the Nation Padma Lakshmi takes young readers on an intergenerational journey full of delicious flavors and fun food facts that celebrates a family's treasured recipes. And Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal brings this circle of women to life with vivid detail and warmth. Tomatoes for Neela lovingly affirms how we can connect to other cultures, as well as to our own, through food.

09/06/2026

"There is a hidden man, a hidden child, a buried living being, who must be liberated. here is the first urgent task of education: liberation in this sense means knowledge, or indeed a discovery of the unknown."
-Maria Montessori

This quote suggests that within each of us lies a deeper, more authentic self that is often masked by social conditioning and expectations. This "hidden man, child, or living being" represents our true potential, creativity, and curiosity.

What does it mean to you?

New to Montessori? Join our Introduction to Montessori Class:
September 15 - 24
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Pacific Time
Online with Jess Fraley
$290

Register Here:
https://montessori-nw.org/workshops-events










How do you support second-plane children with varying reading and writing levels while keeping Cosmic Education thriving...
09/06/2026

How do you support second-plane children with varying reading and writing levels while keeping Cosmic Education thriving?

Whether you’re struggling with record-keeping, deciding which materials truly support literacy development, or looking for ways to maximize your classroom assistant's role, we have you covered.

Workshop: 6-12 Literacy and Cosmic Education: Supporting Every Child in the Classroom

Date: Saturday, 10/17/2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Where: Montessori Northwest (In-Person)

Cost: $199

Oregon Registry Online (ORO) Set 2 Credits: 5 Hours in Learning Environments & Curriculum + 1 Hour in Observation & Assessments

Even if you can't attend, send this post to your colleagues for a great professional development opportunity! Ready to join us? Register directly here: https://montessori-nw.org/workshops-events -cos

Behind every great Montessori classroom is a dedicated, prepared team. Are you looking to join a school staff or deepen ...
09/03/2026

Behind every great Montessori classroom is a dedicated, prepared team.

Are you looking to join a school staff or deepen your understanding of the Montessori method? Our upcoming AMI Orientation Courses are designed for assistants, school staff, and caregivers who want to see the child through a new lens.

Led by expert AMI Trainers, you’ll explore:
✅ Montessori theory tailored to your chosen age level.
✅ Practical tools for supporting a prepared environment.
✅ The unique role of the assistant in fostering independence.

Upcoming Sessions:
🗓️ Sept 28: 0-3 Level
🗓️ Oct 1: 3-6 Level
🗓️ March 2: 6-12 Level
🗓️ March 8: 0-3 Level (Spring)

👉 Register today:
https://montessori-nw.org/orientation-courses

"He has the power to develop everything which is in man." In The 1946 London Lectures, Maria Montessori reminds us that ...
09/02/2026

"He has the power to develop everything which is in man."

In The 1946 London Lectures, Maria Montessori reminds us that the newborn child is far from a blank slate. They are a concentrated nucleus of potential.

From the very first breath, the child is working to orient themselves in their environment. They are absorbing sounds, light, and love to build the person they are destined to be. It’s a beautiful reminder to slow down and respect the incredible work happening in those early weeks of life.

Did you feel that power when you first held your child? Tell us about those first days of discovery below. 👇

Want to Explore more about the Birth to Three age group?
Join us for The Architecture of Belonging
November 5 - 19, 2026
Thursdays 5:00pm - 6:30pm Pacific Time
Online with Elise Arevalo
$139

Registration is now open!
https://montessori-nw.org/workshops-events

We asked Montessori Leaders, why they choose AMI? "The depth of their understanding beyond the initial presentation - in...
09/01/2026

We asked Montessori Leaders, why they choose AMI?

"The depth of their understanding beyond the initial presentation - in relation to explorations and following exercise, and also in the philosophical foundation."
-Cathy Swan, Head of School

A strong classroom is built on a strong foundation. We don’t just teach the lessons; we dive into the philosophical 'roots' so our educators can adapt, explore, and follow the child with true confidence. That’s the MNW difference.

Ready to dive deep? Explore our full calendar of events and find your next discovery at the link in our bio.

Learn more!

https://montessori-nw.org/teacher-preparation












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