By: Melissa De Los Santos Starting in the first grade, Arborland students have the privilege of using technology in the classroom. It is mainly used in two ways: as a medium to acquire knowledge responsibly, and to share the knowledge in creative and interesting ways. Learning on the Internet There are a lot of sources of information on the Internet, and it is essential that children know how to differentiate which ones are reliable and which ones are not. Elementary students

by Ms. Anisa Foy, Educational Advisor of AMCA Cultural education has always been a very important part of Montessori education. Dr. Montessori believed that once the human being’s basic needs of food, shelter and safety were met, they looked for other ways to enhance their lives.  If education is viewed as a preparation for life, as Montessori education is described, then an education that neglects ways to nourish the spirit and show a child the joys of music, art, drama and

By Ms. Anisa Foy “Let us give the child a vision of the whole Universe…… The Universe is an imposing reality, and an answer to all questions. We shall walk together on this path of life; for all things are a part of the Universe, and are connected with each other to form one whole unity. This idea helps the mind of the child to become fixed, to stop wandering in an aimless quest for knowledge. He is satisfied, having found the universal center of himself with all things” -To

This video entitled “Looking to Montessori to Guide Education Reform” by TEDxMidAtlantic was originally shared with parents three years ago and we thought it was worth sharing again in 2015, as the first post of the year. We’d love to hear what you think about it! #annalee #montessorieducation #tedtalks