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Growing Flexible Thinkers
October 30th, 2024
When we think about preparing young children for school, many parents focus on foundational academics, like counting or recognizing shapes, or social skills, such as sharing and communicating. While these are essential, there’s another skill that deserves equal attention: flexible thinking.
Observations from the Early School Playground
November 1st, 2023
Now that I am regularly walking to my office by going past the early school playground, I am having quite a few delightful interactions with students that, frankly, are often the highlight of my day.
Posted in: Early School, Head of School's NotesWhat is a Montessori "Prepared Environment"?
January 3rd, 2023
Visitors to our Montessori early school at Charlotte Prep always remark about the beautifully organized classrooms and the calm, soothing atmosphere. Creating this kind of setting is a central component of the Montessori education called the “prepared environment.”
Posted in: School Stories, Early SchoolVestido de Jalisco
November 1st, 2022
One of our teachers, Laura Torres, generously shared her culture with students in her early school classroom during National Hispanic Heritage Month.
