How to Engage Productively in Your Child’s Education
Candid conversations between educators and parents or caregivers can be occurrences impacted by demands on time of both. In Dorothy's work as a teacher educator and author she has heard from, literally, hundreds of teachers concerning helpful and productive ways for...
Where Are You on Your Montessori Parent Journey?
Maslowe, a well-known psychologist, developed a theory about humans and their needs along life's path. In this broadcast we will discuss the needs of parents and caregivers as they journey through their years in Montessori school communities. Join us and take a look...
Finding Ways for Families to Center Themselves During the Holidays
Holidays are often a time filled with emotion and that makes sense! The emotional experience of holidays is part of what gives them meaning and importance in our lives. But how can we plan ahead to center our families' unique needs, values, and traditions so that...
Family Communication: What That Looks, Sounds, and Feels Like
Kim, along with her husband Dave, have been Montessori advocates and parents for the better part of 15 years now. Their oldest son went off to college this fall and they still have three sons at home. Communication is a key element in their family life for making...
An Attitude of Gratitude
As the winter holiday season officially begins here in the USA with Thanksgiving we want to take some time to consider how we can instill an attitude of gratitude in ourselves and our children. Please join us for this inspiring time together.
Partnering with Your School for Productive Outcomes
Would you like to build a stronger partnership with the administration and board at your child’s school? What are the key steps to partnering with school administrators and teachers to set you and your child’s school up for collaboration, problem solving, and opening...
Books, Books, Books: for Reading Together or for Giving
This is one of our favorite webinars. We love to read with and to children. Our motto is "Drop everything and grab a book!" We will review some of our favorites for children and adults. We will also include a PDF of great reads for you to refer to later. Join us for...
Good-Byes & Good-Hellos
Good-byes and good-hellos are such an important part of your child's day whether they show it or not. How you feel about leaving them, how you prepare them for separation, how you greet them, and what you do at the end of the day can make a huge difference in how...
What Your Child’s Teacher Needs to Know about Your Child…to Optimize their Learning Experience
Have you ever wondered what and how much information about your family and your child's home life would be very helpful for their teachers to know? What type of information is too personal? What kinds of situations might change your child's behavior at school? This...
Supporting Your Child in Understanding and Developing Friendships
Friendships are so important throughout our lives because most humans want to have connections with others. A huge part of what children are learning throughout their years at home and in school is how to build strong, healthy relationships. Join our team as we...
How to Help When Your Child Comes Home from School Upset!
Have you ever heard anything like; Nobody wants to play with me, So and so keeps bothering me when I'm working, or I don't get how to do the Stamp Game? Join us as our team walks you through ideas for supporting your child navigate difficult situations at...
Transforming Your Parent/Caregiver-Teacher Relationship: Courageous Conversations
Creating a safe space for meaningful dialogue and discussion about issues regarding your child leads to the desired end - understanding each others’ perspectives and working together to best serve your child. This is not always a one-step, quick fix but, rather,...