The air has been a buzz with all of the holiday celebrations along with questions about why it’s so dark! We’ve done some experimenting with working in different lights and explored a little of what’s happening from outer space. Today we closed out 2018 sharing in a tradition of bringing in Winter Solstice with warmthContinue reading “Winter Solstice”
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Food Drive Follow-up
We had a chance to tour the Fairbanks Community Foodbank where we donated our 154 lbs of food! They do amazing work and are truly so grateful for all the support they receive from around our area. We too are grateful for all of those who helped bring awareness to our students about the importanceContinue reading “Food Drive Follow-up”
Holidays Around the World
North Pole Montessori will be hosting an open house event Wednesday 12/12 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. We will be celebrating winter holidays from around the world, an extension of our current curriculum. We will also have homemade gingerbread cookies to decorate. We welcome you to come experience the excitement of Montessori and maybe learn a little asContinue reading “Holidays Around the World”
Small Business Saturday (11/24)
Small Business Saturday deals for everyone!!! The new gift certificates will be on sale from 11/24-12/1. You can purchase $25 gift certificates for $20 and $100 gift certificates for $90! Happy shopping and a safe weekend to everyone!
What’s Happening?
With the holiday season quickly approaching I wanted to share some additions, changes, and fun we will be experiencing at NPM! The website now has a “Parent Resources” tab which will be updated with upcoming events, contains a list of required snow apparel, and will soon have some great information about lessons children are likelyContinue reading “What’s Happening?”
We are so GRATEFUL
Our school was fortunate enough to have an amazing donation of the Montessori puzzle maps set! We are so grateful for the contribution and it’s clear they will be well loved as they were immediately put to use! We even had a little family fun after hours making a new home for them. Thank youContinue reading “We are so GRATEFUL”
Survey for Research
I am taking an action research class which requires a 20-25 page paper. I am asking for a little assistance in boosting the information I am able to provide. Thank you in advance! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MGLWCYS
November- Food Drive
One of the best parts of the Montessori curriculum is being able to apply real-life aspects to lessons. When thinking of a subject to dive into for the month of November, food quickly came to mind. There is so much to learn about food to include the need for nutrition for many people in ourContinue reading “November- Food Drive”
The 3-Hour Work Cycle
The concept of a 3-hour work cycle is something which can only truly be understood by being in the environment. Observation is something highly encouraged in the Montessori world. Parents are welcomed into the environment where children get to be themselves, explore their interests, and become a part of a bigger community. I was introducedContinue reading “The 3-Hour Work Cycle”
Why Early Childcare Matters?
A recent research project left me a bit stunned and even more motivated to discuss the importance of Early Childhood Education. For some reason, our local area has and continues to leave education less than fulfilled. Unfortunately, the idea of Early Childhood Education is pushed even farther into the shadows. The question must be raisedContinue reading “Why Early Childcare Matters?”
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