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209, 2019

IHM reflects on this Labor Day and appreciates our school community- staff and families. Thank you to all, near and far, who continue to work during Hurricane Dorian to keep us safe.❤️

By |September 2nd, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

IHM reflects on this Labor Day and appreciates our school community- staff and families. Thank you to all, near and far, who continue to work during Hurricane Dorian to keep us safe.❤️

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109, 2019

Indian Harbour Montessori always has a beautiful, inspirational view! A very special thank you to all of our teachers and Mr. Ross for completing our storm preparations to keep our campus safe. We will see everyone soon!?

By |September 1st, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori always has a beautiful, inspirational view! A very special thank you to all of our teachers and Mr. Ross for completing our storm preparations to keep our campus safe. We will see everyone soon!?

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3008, 2019

Indian Harbour Montessori WILL BE CLOSED on Tuesday, 9-3-19 due to Hurricane Dorian. Please stay safe at home or if traveling. We will keep you informed when IHM will reopen. See you all soon. – Administration

By |August 30th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori WILL BE CLOSED on Tuesday, 9-3-19 due to Hurricane Dorian. Please stay safe at home or if traveling. We will keep you informed when IHM will reopen. See you all soon. - Administration

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2908, 2019

To all of our IHM Families. We will continue to wait on announcing initial closure of our school and follow Brevard County School Board’s decision. However we have cancelled Spirit Day and after school sports on Friday, August 30,2019. Whether you are t

By |August 29th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

To all of our IHM Families. We will continue to wait on announcing initial closure of our school and follow Brevard County School Board’s decision. However we have cancelled Spirit Day and after school sports on Friday, August 30,2019. Whether you are traveling or staying, please be safe. - IHM Administration

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2808, 2019

To all Indian Harbour Montessori Families – we are providing the following reminder about our Hurricane Policy & Procedures. The other is information from Brevard County Emergency Management. Wishes for safety for all during these next few days. ?

By |August 28th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

To all Indian Harbour Montessori Families - we are providing the following reminder about our Hurricane Policy & Procedures. The other is information from Brevard County Emergency Management. Wishes for safety for all during these next few days. ?

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2208, 2019

At Indian Harbour Montessori we teach about real life and experience it. Today we celebrated living on the Space Coast! Great Launch this morning!?

By |August 22nd, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

At Indian Harbour Montessori we teach about real life and experience it. Today we celebrated living on the Space Coast! Great Launch this morning!?

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1408, 2019

Room 7 Toddlers are really enjoying their new Playground Fort! The Rock wall, telescope, & steering wheel are a huge success! It’s a… ‘Boat, Car, Truck, Tractor, ’❤️????

By |August 14th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Room 7 Toddlers are really enjoying their new Playground Fort! The Rock wall, telescope, & steering wheel are a huge success! It’s a... ‘Boat, Car, Truck, Tractor, ’❤️????

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208, 2019

Indian Harbour Montessori Administration welcomes back all of our Outstanding Teachers and Staff! You are a key to the success of our Montessori Educational Journey 2019-2020! ??

By |August 2nd, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori Administration welcomes back all of our Outstanding Teachers and Staff! You are a key to the success of our Montessori Educational Journey 2019-2020! ??

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1305, 2019

A special thank you to Mike Coneen and Rodney from Anglers for Conservation- hosting ‘Hooked on Fishing’ for our 1st-6th graders at Oars & Paddles Park! ???

By |May 13th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

A special thank you to Mike Coneen and Rodney from Anglers for Conservation- hosting ‘Hooked on Fishing’ for our 1st-6th graders at Oars & Paddles Park! ???

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1205, 2019

Congratulations to Mr. McGlen on his very successful ‘Antonino’s Impossible Dream’ Book Launch Party. It was an IHM “Family” Reunion.? Wishes for continued success.??✍?

By |May 12th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Congratulations to Mr. McGlen on his very successful ‘Antonino’s Impossible Dream’ Book Launch Party. It was an IHM “Family” Reunion.? Wishes for continued success.??✍?

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905, 2019

Brevard County Tropicana Speech contest winners! Ved -2nd place ?Middle School Competition & Scarlett 3rd place ?in the 4th/5th grade competition. Congratulations! We are so proud of your accomplishments!?❤️

By |May 9th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Brevard County Tropicana Speech contest winners! Ved -2nd place ?Middle School Competition & Scarlett 3rd place ?in the 4th/5th grade competition. Congratulations! We are so proud of your accomplishments!?❤️

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705, 2019

Teacher Appreciation Week has been wonderful with Flowers from the children and Breakfast day today!??Thank you all so very much, EVERYTHING is delicious!?

By |May 7th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Teacher Appreciation Week has been wonderful with Flowers from the children and Breakfast day today!??Thank you all so very much, EVERYTHING is delicious!?

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705, 2019

Spirit day- Tropicana speech contest winners, Sea Stars Dance Squad and Room 10 presentation- I’m Possible!! Rm 22 final Mako Market sale items, Air plant living wall & Solar crayons!???

By |May 7th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Spirit day- Tropicana speech contest winners, Sea Stars Dance Squad and Room 10 presentation- I’m Possible!! Rm 22 final Mako Market sale items, Air plant living wall & Solar crayons!???

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2604, 2019

Sea Stars Dance Squad had a great final performance for the school year today at Spirit Day!❤️??? Thank you girls and Mrs. Box for sharing all of your fun and excitement!

By |April 26th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Sea Stars Dance Squad had a great final performance for the school year today at Spirit Day!❤️??? Thank you girls and Mrs. Box for sharing all of your fun and excitement!

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904, 2019

Arthropod Projects!! Room 22 has made some new acquaintances! ??? Great artistry and wonderful research! Even more great Art & research!

By |April 9th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Arthropod Projects!! Room 22 has made some new acquaintances! ??? Great artistry and wonderful research! Even more great Art & research!

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704, 2019

Phase 1 of our IHM Art Garden- Indian River Lagoon Theme. Thank you to all teachers and students in Rooms 6,7,2& 3! Incorporating keys in the design, since Montessori Education + children are the key to our future! What a wonderful job!! ???

By |April 7th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Phase 1 of our IHM Art Garden- Indian River Lagoon Theme. Thank you to all teachers and students in Rooms 6,7,2& 3! Incorporating keys in the design, since Montessori Education + children are the key to our future! What a wonderful job!! ???

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504, 2019

Congratulations to our own Tim McGlen, author of “Antonino’s Impossible Dream”. Available to order now on Amazon. We are so happy for you, wishes for much success!! ??

By |April 5th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Congratulations to our own Tim McGlen, author of “Antonino’s Impossible Dream”. Available to order now on Amazon. We are so happy for you, wishes for much success!! ??

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1303, 2019

The 3-6 Playground had a special visitor this morning! They had a lesson on spring and why this Blue Heron was in the tree gathering sticks.?

By |March 13th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

The 3-6 Playground had a special visitor this morning! They had a lesson on spring and why this Blue Heron was in the tree gathering sticks.?

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103, 2019

Indian Harbour Montessori would like to thank all of our students, parents and teachers for an educational & enriching Art & Science Open House.?????

By |March 1st, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori would like to thank all of our students, parents and teachers for an educational & enriching Art & Science Open House.?????

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2102, 2019

Room 12 Parent Participation Night.?What a lovely, engaging evening for parents with their children showing their work in the classroom!?

By |February 21st, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Room 12 Parent Participation Night.?What a lovely, engaging evening for parents with their children showing their work in the classroom!?

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202, 2019

Classroom visits to classrooms where the students will be next year. Kind. to First grade,Second to Third grade, and Fourth to Fifth grade!?

By |February 2nd, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Classroom visits to classrooms where the students will be next year. Kind. to First grade,Second to Third grade, and Fourth to Fifth grade!?

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3101, 2019

IHM Spirit Day- Favorite State or Country Day! We had Arizona, California, New York, Florida, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Hawaii, Louisiana, Brazil, Switzerland, Canada, Peru, Australia, China, France, Italy and Germany rep

By |January 31st, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

IHM Spirit Day- Favorite State or Country Day! We had Arizona, California, New York, Florida, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Hawaii, Louisiana, Brazil, Switzerland, Canada, Peru, Australia, China, France, Italy and Germany represented! ?

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901, 2019

A special visit from Alumni today, they love IHM!?❤️ We are always happy to see our former graduates, very proud of these 7th & 8th graders!??

By |January 9th, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

A special visit from Alumni today, they love IHM!?❤️ We are always happy to see our former graduates, very proud of these 7th & 8th graders!??

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101, 2019

Parents and grandparents please save the date: January 15, 2019, 6-7 pm. Come to our Marvelous Montessori Math Night! Presented by K-6th grade students! ? You won’t want to miss this night, bring a friend who wants to learn more about Montessori Educ

By |January 1st, 2019|Categories: Montessori|

Parents and grandparents please save the date: January 15, 2019, 6-7 pm. Come to our Marvelous Montessori Math Night! Presented by K-6th grade students! ? You won’t want to miss this night, bring a friend who wants to learn more about Montessori Education.✅?

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1912, 2018

Westward Expansion by Room 22- The Build is complete! Hands-on team projects build knowledge of history, research skills, communication and cooperation.????

By |December 19th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Westward Expansion by Room 22- The Build is complete! Hands-on team projects build knowledge of history, research skills, communication and cooperation.????

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1712, 2018

All Parents, Grandparents, Friends and Alumni- please join us for our all school Holiday Program “A Florida Winter”. Thursday, 12-20-18 @ 8:45 am on the gym.❤️??❄️

By |December 17th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

All Parents, Grandparents, Friends and Alumni- please join us for our all school Holiday Program “A Florida Winter”. Thursday, 12-20-18 @ 8:45 am on the gym.❤️??❄️

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3011, 2018

IHM – MPTO Spirit Night at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s! Thursday, December 6, from 6:00-9:00pm. Come out have some great food and buy some Raffle Tickets for great prizes too!?

By |November 30th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM - MPTO Spirit Night at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s! Thursday, December 6, from 6:00-9:00pm. Come out have some great food and buy some Raffle Tickets for great prizes too!?

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2111, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori will be closed from 11-21–18 through 11-23-18. Happy Thanksgiving to all, we will see everyone on 11-26-18!????

By |November 21st, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori will be closed from 11-21–18 through 11-23-18. Happy Thanksgiving to all, we will see everyone on 11-26-18!????

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2310, 2018

A big thank you to Indian Harbour Beach Volunteer Fire Department for visiting today. The children learned many safety lessons and love their firefighter helmets, bracelets, book marks and coloring books!?‍???‍?

By |October 23rd, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

A big thank you to Indian Harbour Beach Volunteer Fire Department for visiting today. The children learned many safety lessons and love their firefighter helmets, bracelets, book marks and coloring books!?‍???‍?

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1910, 2018

Peace Day was so special, thank you to all of our families for being here. It is even more wonderful when we have Alumni families bring their children to IHM!?????

By |October 19th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Peace Day was so special, thank you to all of our families for being here. It is even more wonderful when we have Alumni families bring their children to IHM!?????

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310, 2018

Thank you to all of our Indian Harbour Montessori families and teachers for a wonderful Barnes & Noble night! Singing, poetry, chess, stackers, Mako Shakes & sharks and many wonderful books! Thank you to our special guests Mary Poppins & Bert!??

By |October 3rd, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Thank you to all of our Indian Harbour Montessori families and teachers for a wonderful Barnes & Noble night! Singing, poetry, chess, stackers, Mako Shakes & sharks and many wonderful books! Thank you to our special guests Mary Poppins & Bert!??

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609, 2018

Congratulations to Mrs. Bethurum on her published article in the Montessori Leadership Magazine about Biome Pyramids! We are very proud of this accomplishment and professional acknowledgement.❤️

By |September 6th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Congratulations to Mrs. Bethurum on her published article in the Montessori Leadership Magazine about Biome Pyramids! We are very proud of this accomplishment and professional acknowledgement.❤️

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2708, 2018

IHM week three- 3-6 students busy at work! Geography-Planisphere work, Science- Parts of a flower, Language – A moveable alphabet story, Math and other engaging work in the classroom.???

By |August 27th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM week three- 3-6 students busy at work! Geography-Planisphere work, Science- Parts of a flower, Language - A moveable alphabet story, Math and other engaging work in the classroom.???

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2108, 2018

Today in Mrs. Everett’s Art class the lesson for 3rd &4th grade was- “illusion of space”. One of her 8 year old students chose to paint a painter showing illusion of space, using fish as the subject matter! Deep…??

By |August 21st, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Today in Mrs. Everett’s Art class the lesson for 3rd &4th grade was- “illusion of space”. One of her 8 year old students chose to paint a painter showing illusion of space, using fish as the subject matter! Deep...??

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2008, 2018

Room 22 – Sixth grade Geography projects. Plan a trip to a state and budget all expenses for your family. Wish we could go on all of these exciting trips!!!

By |August 20th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Room 22 - Sixth grade Geography projects. Plan a trip to a state and budget all expenses for your family. Wish we could go on all of these exciting trips!!!

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1008, 2018

We loved seeing all of our students come to school today to drop off their supplies! We even had some Alumni drop by before they go back to College!❤️ We love all of our students! We will see everyone on Monday for the first day of school!?

By |August 10th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

We loved seeing all of our students come to school today to drop off their supplies! We even had some Alumni drop by before they go back to College!❤️ We love all of our students! We will see everyone on Monday for the first day of school!?

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508, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori welcomes back all of our amazing teachers for our 2018-2019 Educational Journey, where the Montessori Philosophy is key to our students’ success! ???

By |August 5th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori welcomes back all of our amazing teachers for our 2018-2019 Educational Journey, where the Montessori Philosophy is key to our students’ success! ???

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208, 2018

Every day is a great day to pick up a new book and start reading! IHM encourages children to learn to read, read to learn, and treasure the pure enjoyment of the journey through the pages of a good book!?

By |August 2nd, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Every day is a great day to pick up a new book and start reading! IHM encourages children to learn to read, read to learn, and treasure the pure enjoyment of the journey through the pages of a good book!?

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108, 2018

They love to swim! ❤️???

By |August 1st, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

They love to swim! ❤️???

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2907, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori starts back to school on Monday, August 13, 2018. Here’s the parent meeting reminders for the week before school. See you soon!?

By |July 29th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori starts back to school on Monday, August 13, 2018. Here’s the parent meeting reminders for the week before school. See you soon!?

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2807, 2018

At IHM we are the Makos every day of the year, not just during shark week! Stop in for a tour today and see our beautiful gym on your tour of our Montessori school! Go IHM Makos! ???

By |July 28th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

At IHM we are the Makos every day of the year, not just during shark week! Stop in for a tour today and see our beautiful gym on your tour of our Montessori school! Go IHM Makos! ???

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1707, 2018

School starts on August 13, 2018! Come in and register your child today for their Educational Journey at Indian Harbour Montessori School.

By |July 17th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

School starts on August 13, 2018! Come in and register your child today for their Educational Journey at Indian Harbour Montessori School.

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2006, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori would love to hear from our alumni families. We know that you all are doing many wonderful and amazing things in your lives. We would be so thrilled to be able to share in your success. Please go to our website to share your test

By |June 20th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori would love to hear from our alumni families. We know that you all are doing many wonderful and amazing things in your lives. We would be so thrilled to be able to share in your success. Please go to our website to share your testimonial or contact the school directly and we will be happy to post your updated information. You are welcome to share your athletic [...]

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1906, 2018

Mako is letting everyone know that we have green and blue Summer Camp t-shirts available. Stop by the office to get yours while they last! $15.00??

By |June 19th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Mako is letting everyone know that we have green and blue Summer Camp t-shirts available. Stop by the office to get yours while they last! $15.00??

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1706, 2018

Flower arranging, making homemade guacamole, planting, tasting then paint stamping with fruits and vegetables! Our Toddlers love coming to school!?

By |June 17th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Flower arranging, making homemade guacamole, planting, tasting then paint stamping with fruits and vegetables! Our Toddlers love coming to school!?

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1106, 2018

Enjoying sensory water play with lemons, limes and rosemary from the garden! Fine motors activities- scissor practice, pasting, grasping and pulling tape. Water pouring skill practice. Shape work!???

By |June 11th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Enjoying sensory water play with lemons, limes and rosemary from the garden! Fine motors activities- scissor practice, pasting, grasping and pulling tape. Water pouring skill practice. Shape work!???

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606, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori is registering students for summer camp and the 2018-2019 school year. Register TODAY, to ensure your space! **School begins August 13,2018**

By |June 6th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori is registering students for summer camp and the 2018-2019 school year. Register TODAY, to ensure your space! **School begins August 13,2018**

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1805, 2018

Many congratulatory wishes for these special women in our lives, as they continue their lifes’ journey into retirement and semi-retirement. You will always be a part of our Montessori Family. ????❤️?

By |May 18th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Many congratulatory wishes for these special women in our lives, as they continue their lifes’ journey into retirement and semi-retirement. You will always be a part of our Montessori Family. ????❤️?

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1105, 2018

Thank you so much to Officer Swenson from the Indian Harbour Beach Police Department and his K-9 partner Kato. Thanks also to his training partner from the Cocoa Police Department. The students had a great presentation, demonstration and had many questio

By |May 11th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Thank you so much to Officer Swenson from the Indian Harbour Beach Police Department and his K-9 partner Kato. Thanks also to his training partner from the Cocoa Police Department. The students had a great presentation, demonstration and had many questions answered. We loved it!

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1105, 2018

The 2017-2018 IHM Yearbook is here! Parents, stop by the office to buy yours today, there are some still left if you didn’t pre-order!?

By |May 11th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

The 2017-2018 IHM Yearbook is here! Parents, stop by the office to buy yours today, there are some still left if you didn’t pre-order!?

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605, 2018

The Toddler Montessori after-school program: fine motor bead stringing, artistic sensory spice painting, art flower pounding, exploration with shaving cream, outdoor environment play, gardening & plant watering.?

By |May 6th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

The Toddler Montessori after-school program: fine motor bead stringing, artistic sensory spice painting, art flower pounding, exploration with shaving cream, outdoor environment play, gardening & plant watering.?

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205, 2018

Room 22 is using scrap cloth from their winter community service project to sew mice for cat toys. The students can keep one and the others will be donated to the Humane Society for their cats to have a toy!??

By |May 2nd, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Room 22 is using scrap cloth from their winter community service project to sew mice for cat toys. The students can keep one and the others will be donated to the Humane Society for their cats to have a toy!??

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2604, 2018

This little tree welcomes you to celebrate Arbor Day! It was planted along time ago and never grew, so we replanted it from where our “Reach” Shuttle is today to it’s new home. It is very happy now.??

By |April 26th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

This little tree welcomes you to celebrate Arbor Day! It was planted along time ago and never grew, so we replanted it from where our “Reach” Shuttle is today to it’s new home. It is very happy now.??

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2604, 2018

IHM will celebrate our last Spirit Day of the school year, hosted by Room 10! ? Please join us Friday, April 27 2018 at 8:45am in the gym. Final Mako Market day too, Room 22 inviting Kindergarten students to lunch.???

By |April 26th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM will celebrate our last Spirit Day of the school year, hosted by Room 10! ? Please join us Friday, April 27 2018 at 8:45am in the gym. Final Mako Market day too, Room 22 inviting Kindergarten students to lunch.???

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1804, 2018

IHM is so proud of our students for helping to support this annual community service fundraiser! Our Pennies for Patients,formerly Pasta for Pennies, drive for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society raised $516.98. Thank you all for supporting such a worthy caus

By |April 18th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM is so proud of our students for helping to support this annual community service fundraiser! Our Pennies for Patients,formerly Pasta for Pennies, drive for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society raised $516.98. Thank you all for supporting such a worthy cause.❤️

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1804, 2018

A huge thank you to our Parents and MPTO! We are having a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week! The breakfast yesterday was so delicious! Today we are all on a special picnic luncheon!?? We are so lucky!❤️

By |April 18th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

A huge thank you to our Parents and MPTO! We are having a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week! The breakfast yesterday was so delicious! Today we are all on a special picnic luncheon!?? We are so lucky!❤️

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1604, 2018

IHM’s State of the Art Computer Lab, teaching 1st-6th grade. Quick & Easy typing programs, keyboarding skills, Microsoft Office programs, Grade Level Visual Link Spanish Programs, Research, Powerpoint presentations and so much more. ?

By |April 16th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM’s State of the Art Computer Lab, teaching 1st-6th grade. Quick & Easy typing programs, keyboarding skills, Microsoft Office programs, Grade Level Visual Link Spanish Programs, Research, Powerpoint presentations and so much more. ?

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1304, 2018

“Public Speaking” 4H Tropicana Program 5th Grade Winners: Nathan-1st, Aiden-2nd & Hayden-3rd! 4th Grade Winners: Mia-1st, Angelina-2nd, & Tobin-3rd 4th and 5th class winners will compete today in finals. 6th grade competition will be held today. Thank

By |April 13th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

“Public Speaking” 4H Tropicana Program 5th Grade Winners: Nathan-1st, Aiden-2nd & Hayden-3rd! 4th Grade Winners: Mia-1st, Angelina-2nd, & Tobin-3rd 4th and 5th class winners will compete today in finals. 6th grade competition will be held today. Thank you to the League of Women Voters for hearing and scoring our young public speakers!

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1304, 2018

4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Program 2018 – IHM Speech Contest school winners are as follows: 4th/5th Grade Category- Aiden 1st, Mia 2nd & Nathan 3rd! 6th Grade Category – Eli 1st, Bailey 2nd & Massimo 3rd! Congratulations to all of our students, well

By |April 13th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Program 2018 - IHM Speech Contest school winners are as follows: 4th/5th Grade Category- Aiden 1st, Mia 2nd & Nathan 3rd! 6th Grade Category - Eli 1st, Bailey 2nd & Massimo 3rd! Congratulations to all of our students, well done! The judges were very impressed with your content and delivery!!???

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804, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori welcomes back all our teachers and families after spring break! We look forward to getting back to school! ?????????

By |April 8th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori welcomes back all our teachers and families after spring break! We look forward to getting back to school! ?????????

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3103, 2018

IHM Etiquette Luncheon at Yellow Dog Cafe! It was a beautiful day, delicious food and a top notch professional dining experience for our 3rd & 4th Grade Students❤️ Thank you to Stuart Borton and Jennifer Stone!

By |March 31st, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM Etiquette Luncheon at Yellow Dog Cafe! It was a beautiful day, delicious food and a top notch professional dining experience for our 3rd & 4th Grade Students❤️ Thank you to Stuart Borton and Jennifer Stone!

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2903, 2018

A special thank you to Yellow Dog Cafe owner Stuart Borton, pastry chef Jennifer Stone and the entire staff for making our 3rd and 4th grade Etiquette Lunch a success! It was educational, fun and delicious. A memorable experience for all students, parents

By |March 29th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

A special thank you to Yellow Dog Cafe owner Stuart Borton, pastry chef Jennifer Stone and the entire staff for making our 3rd and 4th grade Etiquette Lunch a success! It was educational, fun and delicious. A memorable experience for all students, parents and teachers!?

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2203, 2018

1st & 2nd graders visit world biomes and explore Room 22’s Aviary. They have fun matching the mass of measured water samples to actual size Models of Birds. ?????

By |March 22nd, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

1st & 2nd graders visit world biomes and explore Room 22’s Aviary. They have fun matching the mass of measured water samples to actual size Models of Birds. ?????

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1603, 2018

It was a special night at IHM! There were carnival games, prizes, food, and the cake walk! Great memories with our school families, thank you all for coming!????

By |March 16th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

It was a special night at IHM! There were carnival games, prizes, food, and the cake walk! Great memories with our school families, thank you all for coming!????

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1403, 2018

We would like to congratulate our team of scientists that represented our school at the district competition.?? Celebrating, while out to breakfast after presenting to the judges!

By |March 14th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

We would like to congratulate our team of scientists that represented our school at the district competition.?? Celebrating, while out to breakfast after presenting to the judges!

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1403, 2018

Happy pi day! Congratulations to our top 3 for remembering pi! Ivy-37 decimal places, Massimo-35 decimal places and Alex-32 decimal places! Let them eat pie, in celebration!

By |March 14th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Happy pi day! Congratulations to our top 3 for remembering pi! Ivy-37 decimal places, Massimo-35 decimal places and Alex-32 decimal places! Let them eat pie, in celebration!

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1403, 2018

Exciting news from Indian Harbour Montessori! District Science and Art Fair 2018 awards for our school. Art: Art Merit Award 1st Grade – Bella Art 5th Grade- 2D-2nd Pl. Aiden Recycle Art Award- “The Manatees” by 5th & 6th Grade! Science: 4th Grad

By |March 14th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Exciting news from Indian Harbour Montessori! District Science and Art Fair 2018 awards for our school. Art: Art Merit Award 1st Grade - Bella Art 5th Grade- 2D-2nd Pl. Aiden Recycle Art Award- “The Manatees” by 5th & 6th Grade! Science: 4th Grade Biological - Angelina 3rd Pl. 4th Grade Environmental- Denali 2nd Pl. 4th Grade Physical -Tobin 3rd Pl. 5th Grade Biological-Hunah 1st Pl. 5th Grade Environmental-Ved 5th Pl. [...]

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2602, 2018

Hello to all IHM Alumni! Please let us know how your Montessori Education at IHM taught you how “to do it for yourself”! We would love to hear from you???

By |February 26th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Hello to all IHM Alumni! Please let us know how your Montessori Education at IHM taught you how “to do it for yourself”! We would love to hear from you???

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1702, 2018

Indian Harbour Montessori – School is closed on Monday, 2-19-18 for President’s Day. Full day students only will be in attendance on this Teacher In-service day.

By |February 17th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Indian Harbour Montessori - School is closed on Monday, 2-19-18 for President’s Day. Full day students only will be in attendance on this Teacher In-service day.

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1402, 2018

There are a total of 4 chicks so far this morning. The students have been encouraging and cheering them on as they hatch and start walking!??

By |February 14th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

There are a total of 4 chicks so far this morning. The students have been encouraging and cheering them on as they hatch and start walking!??

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902, 2018

Doodle 4 Google! – Watch for IHM’s upcoming Google Art entries about what inspires them! Thank you Mrs. Kovary, for inspiring such creativity in the Computer Lab!

By |February 9th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Doodle 4 Google! - Watch for IHM’s upcoming Google Art entries about what inspires them! Thank you Mrs. Kovary, for inspiring such creativity in the Computer Lab!

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702, 2018

IHM feeling nostalgic and excited for Brevard County, the Space Coast! This is where we always watched the Space Shuttle launch from school, at our own “Reach” Shuttle. It was a thrill to see the Space X Falcon Heavy Launch have such success. Our stu

By |February 7th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM feeling nostalgic and excited for Brevard County, the Space Coast! This is where we always watched the Space Shuttle launch from school, at our own “Reach” Shuttle. It was a thrill to see the Space X Falcon Heavy Launch have such success. Our students are so excited and many are planning to be Astronauts! Incredibly inspiring!

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2901, 2018

You’re invited to attend Indian Harbour Montessori’s Open House week. Monday-Friday, January 29-February 2, 9:00-11:00am. New families can tour the campus, observe a classroom, and receive registration information.

By |January 29th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

You’re invited to attend Indian Harbour Montessori’s Open House week. Monday-Friday, January 29-February 2, 9:00-11:00am. New families can tour the campus, observe a classroom, and receive registration information.

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2901, 2018

IHM Elementary students learning how to bowl, setting up the pins, rules of the game and keeping score! P.E. is awesome, thank you Mrs. Naugle!?

By |January 29th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

IHM Elementary students learning how to bowl, setting up the pins, rules of the game and keeping score! P.E. is awesome, thank you Mrs. Naugle!?

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2501, 2018

Room 22 loads their incubator. Very excited to learn about this process as a part of their Bird Unit in Science. Thank you 4H and Mrs. Hively.??

By |January 25th, 2018|Categories: Montessori|

Room 22 loads their incubator. Very excited to learn about this process as a part of their Bird Unit in Science. Thank you 4H and Mrs. Hively.??

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2809, 2017

Grandparents Day

By |September 28th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Our Toddler Montessori classes celebrate Grandparents day with special treats, choosing work, & reading books. Here are videos from Room 6 and Room 7 celebrating the special day. Watch Video - Room 6 Watch Video - Room 7

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2808, 2017

A very special guest

By |August 28th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

"The 5th and 6th graders in Room 22 at Indian Harbour Montessori, had a special guest speaker today about the solar eclipse. Mr. Czarniak a parent of a 6th grader, is a working scientist and former Astronomy teacher, talked Solar Eclipse today with the students. He gave hands of lessons, Montessori style to exemplify how this is going to happen. He has been waiting for 28 years to see this [...]

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406, 2017

Earth Day – Spirit Day

By |June 4th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Earth Day - Spirit Day presented by Mrs. Trawick's Class of 3rd & 4th graders in Room 10. We had a special drumming presentation coordinated by our Music Teacher Mrs. Skinner, from our 5th & 6th grade students as well. We also presented to the Founder, Rodney Smith and President, Mike Coneen of Anglers For Conservation a $1,300.00 check from our Fishing Booth Fundraiser, supported by the school's Mako Market. [...]

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406, 2017

Students working together

By |June 4th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Students working together is what Indian Harbour Montessori is all about. Sixth graders mentoring Kindergarten students and painting posts for our all classroom Art installation at the front of the school. More to come, this week!  

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406, 2017

A special thank you to Mrs. Gloddy

By |June 4th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

A special thank you to Mrs. Gloddy for all her work, a labor of love in making our planters and installing the triangular topiaries and flowers. It is a gorgeous entry to Indian Harbour Montessori and our Art Garden!  

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406, 2017

Congratulations to all of our Graduates!

By |June 4th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Congratulations to all of our Graduates! It has been our pleasure to watch all of our students grow and learn on their Montessori Journey. As you travel through life, find inspiration in Every day! Love life to its' fullest potential. Be Happy, Be Courageous, but most importantly BE YOU! Happy Summer.  

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104, 2017

Have You Filled A Bucket Today?

By |April 1st, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Thank You, Mrs. Carol McCloud, the author of "Have You Filled A Bucket Today?" for such an enthusiastic and interactive program for the 3-6 Classes through 6th Grade! We appreciate Room 22 and Mako Market for bringing in such a wonderful guest speaker!

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1903, 2017

Congrats to all Art & Science Team Winners

By |March 19th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

Congrats to all Art & Science Team Winners: District ART Awards 4th Grade - 3D - 1st Place -Hunah Q 5th Grade - 3D - 1st Place - Massimo S 5th Grade - Merit Award - Liam S 6th Grade- 3D- 2nd Place - Brooke Wo Recycle Art Award - 5th & 6th Grade- Roadmap to Peace   District SCIENCE Awards 4th Grade Yehya Amer (3rd Place, Biological) Hunah Quadri [...]

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702, 2017

Save Our Lagoon

By |February 7th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

We had a successful  fishing booth today! Reeled in $37 for a total of $237, our goal is $500 by the end of February! Thank you families for your support! More info in comments... #AnglersForConservation #SaveOurLagoon  

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1701, 2017

And the winner is…

By |January 17th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

  "The winner, after 11 rounds is Adrian D. who will be going to the District Spelling Bee next month to compete.  What a great celebration of spelling, one of my personal favorites!  Sophia K. came in second and Hayden D., Adrian's younger brother came in third place.  How exciting for all of their families.  Congratulations!" Mrs. Johnson

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1601, 2017

4th – 6th grade compete in the National Geographic

By |January 16th, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|

 "Our Students in 4th - 6th grade compete in the National Geographic,  Geography Bee every year.  We get down to 10 finalists from the classrooms and conduct an all school Bee.  After 8 rounds our Winner is 6th grader Omar M., Second place 5th grader, Austin A. and tie for Third place, both 6th graders, Lila I. & Sophia K.  Our students performed very well and proved to have outstanding [...]

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2811, 2016

Upcoming Open House Dates

By |November 28th, 2016|Categories: School News|

Open House Week Monday, January 30  thru Friday, February 3 9:00-11:00am Advanced Montessori Curriculum Foreign Language, Art, Music, PE Computer Lab Technologically-Rich Classrooms Award Winning Science Program Low Student/Teacher Ratio Professional Montessori Teachers State-of-Art, Multi-Purpose Gymnasium After School Sports Programs & Clubs Peaceful Environments   New Families Meet Teachers and Staff Observe Active Classrooms Tour our Peaceful Environments Receive Registration Information   If the above dates/times are not convenient, give us [...]

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3110, 2016

IHM MPTO Invites You to Attend a Special Presentation By: Jimmy Sawgrass

By |October 31st, 2016|Categories: School News, Special Events|Tags: , , |

All families are invited for this evening Pow Wow. Parents, grandparents and friends are invited and encouraged to join us for this educational, exciting presentation and demonstration. Wednesday, November 30th - 6:00-7:30pm There will be face painting, historical story telling, campfire pan and traditional dancing. Please bring some money for a souvenir at the trading post. Light snacks provided by the MPTO. About Jimmy Sawgrass Jim Sawgrass is a native [...]

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2510, 2016

Community Service Annual Food Drive

By |October 25th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , |

Date of Food Drive: Nov. 1st - Nov. 21st We ask for each student to please bring a small bag of food items to their classroom. Critical Need Items Meals in a can Nonfat dry milk Canned meats Evaporated milk Canned tuna Nutritional drinks Dry beans Canned veggies Canned soup Pasta/Macaroni Canned fruit Rice Stew Baby Food *Other non-perishable items welcome Thank you for helping others in need!

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510, 2016

Hurricane Matthew: School Closing

By |October 5th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , |

We will be closing today Wednesday, October 5 at 3pm due to the mandatory evacuation of the barrier island starting at 3pm due to Hurricane Matthew. We will also be closed on Thursday, October 6 and Friday, October 7. We plan to reopen on Monday, October 10 and will send out a notification if we will be closed beyond that. We hope our families are all safe during this evacuation [...]

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1304, 2016

Congratulations to Our 4-H Tropicana Speech Contest Winners

By |April 13th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , |

4-H/Tropicana Public Speaking Contest Florida 4-H is very proud of the 4-H/Tropicana Public Speaking Contest. Working with youth in grades 4-6, this contest helps thousands of young people annually learn how to write and deliver a speech. More than 150,000 young people in over 50 Florida counties in grades 4-6 participated in the contest on an annual basis. Tropicana has sponsored the contest since 1969 and provides classroom materials for [...]

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3003, 2016

IHM Students Raise Money for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

By |March 30th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , , |

During the month of February our elementary students participated in a fundraising drive to help find a cure for Leukemia & Lymphoma. Our goal was to reach $1,000.00. Not only did we reach our goal, but we exceeded it raising $1,053.91. Also, the class with the top average participated in a spaghetti lunch from Olive Garden. Rooms 8 & 12 Celebrate with Spaghetti Lunch About Pastas for Pennies Since 1994, [...]

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1603, 2016

What do successful grads think you should study?

By |March 16th, 2016|Categories: University News|

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1503, 2016

Former student discusses success in the fashion industry

By |March 15th, 2016|Categories: University News|

My success is no accident. Etiam consectetur odio erat, quis mattis leo vestibulum non. Fusce ex ligula, tristique quis finibus sed, placerat sed libero. Phasellus convallis, sem ac tristique interdum, purus purus vehicula quam, ut fermentum sem orci in est. Aliquam leo purus, iaculis non condimentum hendrerit, vestibulum quis tortor. Vestibulum quis viverra felis. Vestibulum elementum magna ut diam placerat, in venenatis est egestas. Vivamus at libero auctor, ullamcorper libero [...]

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1503, 2016

How do you best prepare for university?

By |March 15th, 2016|Categories: University News|

Focus on exam results. Etiam consectetur odio erat, quis mattis leo vestibulum non. Fusce ex ligula, tristique quis finibus sed, placerat sed libero. Phasellus convallis, sem ac tristique interdum, purus purus vehicula quam, ut fermentum sem orci in est. Aliquam leo purus, iaculis non condimentum hendrerit, vestibulum quis tortor. Vestibulum quis viverra felis. Vestibulum elementum magna ut diam placerat, in venenatis est egestas. Vivamus at libero auctor, ullamcorper libero condimentum, [...]

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1003, 2016

District Science Fair 2016 Awards

By |March 10th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , |

These children will receive science & art awards on stage at the Melbourne Auditorium on Thursday, March 10. Students should dress nicely. Science: 4th Grade Biological - Bailey S. (3rd) Environmental - Lance G. (1st) 5th Grade Biological - Sophia C. (2nd) Environmental - Brooke W. (3rd) 6th Grade Biological - Avery B. (3rd) Environmental - Jonathan R. (2nd) Physical - Kaylee K. (3rd) Art: 3rd Place-2D - Sophia C. [...]

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303, 2016

IHM Student Qualifies for State Geo Bee

By |March 3rd, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , , |

Indian Harbour Montessori sixth grader, Avery B. has qualified to compete in the state level competition of the National Geographic Bee! The Florida State Geographic Bee will be held at Jacksonville University on Friday, April 1, 2016. Each year thousands of schools in the United States participate in the National Geographic Bee using materials prepared by the National Geographic Society. The contest is designed to encourage teachers to include geography [...]

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2902, 2016

Both Girls & Boys Basketball Teams Win 1st Place

By |February 29th, 2016|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , , |

Both of our competitive girls and boys basketball teams won first place in their tournaments this past weekend! Through dedication, great coaching, good sportsmanship, and the desire to do their best as a team, this was accomplished. Indian Harbour Montessori swept the competitive sports in their division this year including volleyball, flag football and now both competitive basketball teams. A special acknowledgement and thanks to all of our coaches and [...]

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2101, 2016

Jonathan Wood from the Raptor Project visits IHM

By |January 21st, 2016|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Jonathan Wood from The Raptor Project visited Indian Harbour Montessori on Friday, January 15th. The children listened as Jonathan and his wife Susan and their avian predators, discussed conservation, as well as how the birds are ambassadors for their habitat. If the raptors are doing well, everyone else is in good shape. Indian Harbour Montessori was his first stop in Brevard County as he visits several different venues throughout the [...]

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501, 2016

Upcoming Event: Raptor Project with Jonathan Wood

By |January 5th, 2016|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Parents, Grandparents and Friends are all invited to come and attend the Raptor Project with Jonathan Wood. Please join us on Friday, January 15, 2016 Rooms 2, 3, 8 & 12 - 9:00-9:45 Rooms 10 & 22 - 10:00-10:45 A special thank you to our MPTO and Mrs. Thomas for bringing this wonderful program to our school for all of the children.

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2912, 2015

Season of Giving

By |December 29th, 2015|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , , |

Indian Harbour Montessori parents and staff donated over 150 pairs of pajamas to the Brevard Family Partnership, they will also receive that many books from Scholastic. Our art teacher, Heather Everett created a snowman photo booth out of a box for our students & parents to enjoy after our Winter Program. It was donated after the children's Christmas party that Brevard Family Partnership hosted. We were also able to provide [...]

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512, 2015

IHM Invites you to: “Here Comes the Snow” All School Winter Program

By |December 5th, 2015|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Please join us in the Gym at 8:45 am on Friday, December 18th. We believe in teaching our children to help and support others in need. We are working with the Scholastic Pajama Drive donating new pajamas (unwrapped) and scholastic will donate a new book for every pair, as well as with the Second Harvest Food Bank donating non-perishable foods. *All items should be to your child’s classroom by Dec. [...]

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2310, 2015

International Peace Day Celebration

By |October 23rd, 2015|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Peace Day, which is often referred to formally as United Nations Day, is observed every year in October. Another occasion that is celebrated in October is International Children’s Day, which is celebrated during the last week of October. This holiday was originally created by UNICEF to celebrate our cultural diversity and ethnic heritage. This year, all pre-primary classes (Rooms 1, 2, and 3) celebrated both United Nations Day and International [...]

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1410, 2015

Barnes & Noble Bookfair a Smashing Success!

By |October 14th, 2015|Categories: School News|Tags: , , , , |

Our annual Barnes & Noble Bookfair was a smashing success! Thank you to all of the parent, grandparents, staff and students that attended and participated! Below are some highlights from the Barnes & Noble Bookfair. Barnes & Noble Book Fair was a smashing success! Thank you to all of the parent, grandparents, staff and students that attended and participated!Posted by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori on Wednesday, October 14, [...]

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2605, 2015

1st Day of Summer Camp 2015

By |May 26th, 2015|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , , |

Our 2015 Summer Camp got off to a great start today. The children had a blast with the animals in the petting zoo that visited today! Petting Zoo Fun! What a great way to kick off our Summer Camps!Posted by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 Remember, it's not too late to sign up for our 2015 Summer Camps.

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1704, 2015

Pastries with Parents

By |April 17th, 2015|Categories: Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years), Special Events|Tags: , , , , |

Mrs. Wright's 3-6 class had a great time at Pastries with Parents this week! Parents, grandparents and friends joined us as we spent the morning singing, dancing, laughing and enjoying some wonderful pastries. Thank you to all who joined us! Here are some highlights. [nggallery id=1] Watch the Performance!

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204, 2015

Alumni Spotlight: Justin Dougherty

By |April 2nd, 2015|Categories: Alumni Spotlight|Tags: , , , |

Justin Dougherty, IHM Class of 2003 Justin attended Indian Harbour Montessori through 6th grade. After attending IHM he went on to graduate from Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, where he played lacrosse, football and was involved in orchestra. After High School he attended the Coast Guard Academy, where he was on the dean's list five semesters and received the board of trustee's award. He graduated with a degree in naval architecture [...]

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2602, 2015

Jimmy Sawgrass Visits IHM

By |February 26th, 2015|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , |

What a phenomenal time our students had at a recent presentation by Jimmy Sawgrass! Stories and dances, buffalo rugs and bear hugs! Such a great learning experience! Watch the Presentation Post by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori. Native American Festivals Be sure to check out upcoming Native American Festivals that Jimmy Sawgrass will be attending. Native American Festival at Princess Place Preserve February 28th-March 1st Learn More Ormond [...]

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2401, 2015

Music All Around This World

By |January 24th, 2015|Categories: Montessori Elementary|Tags: , , , |

Indian Harbour Montessori 3rd & 4th grade students are currently studying a unit in Music called Music All Around This World. Each week, we travel to a new country in South America and learn about the culture and music of the people who call that country home. The first week we learned about the Cueca, the national dance of Chile. This week we traveled to Argentina and learned about the [...]

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701, 2015

IHM invites you to: Jimmy Sawgrass

By |January 7th, 2015|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , |

All children ages 3 years - 6th grade will participate in our Jimmy Sawgrass assembly in the gym. Parents & grandparents are invited and encouraged to join us for this educational, exciting presentation and demonstration. Friday, January 23, 2015 at 9:30 am There will be face painting, historical story telling, and traditional demonstrations in the gym. Elementary students will go to their playground area after the gym presentation for an [...]

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212, 2014

2014 Community Service Project

By |December 2nd, 2014|Categories: Montessori, School News, Special Events|Tags: , , |

Our students and families collected pet supplies, food and toys for local pets that will be donated to the Humane Society of South Brevard this holiday season. On Monday, December 1st parents and children loaded up the vans with pet supplies, food and toys. The children also sang our school song before loading up the vans. Post by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori. Thank you, Anna, for [...]

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711, 2014

Elements in the Extraordinary Role of the Montessori Teacher

By |November 7th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary|Tags: , , , |

Anne Burke Neubert, in A Way Of Learning (1973), listed the following elements in the extraordinary role of the Montessori teacher: Montessori teachers are the dynamic link between children and the Prepared Environment. They systematic observe their students and interpret their needs. They are constantly experimenting, modifying the environment to meet their perceptions of each child's needs and interests, and objectively noting the result. They prepare an environment meant to [...]

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2010, 2014

IHM 4-H Club Participates in “Art on a Rain Barrel Contest”

By |October 20th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, School News|Tags: , , , |

The Indian Harbour Montessori Makos 4-H Club recently participated in the "Art on a Rain Barrel Contest" UCF-IFAS extension--Brevard Co. Fair, with their project titled "Indian River Lagoon". Post by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori. What is a Rain Barrel? A rain barrel is a 55-gallon recycled food-grade plastic barrel that is placed at the outlet of a roof gutter to catch rooftop runoff during a storm (referred [...]

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1610, 2014

Historical Timeline

By |October 16th, 2014|Categories: School News, Special Events|Tags: , , |

A Historical Timeline will be presented by our Elementary Students on Friday, October 31, one time only at 8:45am. Each Elementary student will research a person who has contributed significantly in history and then dress to represent this person in chronological order. We hope to see you there! 2014 Historical Timeline Photo Album Post by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori.

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610, 2014

International Peace Day

By |October 6th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, School News, Special Events|Tags: , |

Peace Day, which is often referred to formally as United Nations Day, is observed every year in October. Another occasion that is celebrated in October is International Children's Day, which is celebrated during the last week of October. This holiday was originally created by UNICEF to celebrate our cultural diversity and ethnic heritage. This year, all pre-primary classes (Rooms 1, 2, and 3) will be celebrating both United Nations Day [...]

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210, 2014

A Special Thank You to Our True Colors Run Sponsors

By |October 2nd, 2014|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , |

We just wanted to say a special thank you to all of our wonderful True Colors Run Sponsors! This event wouldn't have been such a success without each and every one of you. Please offer your support of these local businesses who helped make our True Colors Run such a success. Art Derek Gores Art Studio Foosaner Art Museum & Education Center Off Center Art Center Tracey Hnat Art Studio [...]

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2709, 2014

Book Fair – Save The Date

By |September 27th, 2014|Categories: School News, Special Events|Tags: , |

Dear Parents, The Barnes & Noble Book Fair begins in just a few days. Please make sure you bring the attached VOUCHER with you. There will be many activities for the children, as well as adult book tables. Don't forget to register at our "Greeting" table. There also will be a poetry reading by several teachers after 6:30 p.m. in the children's section. Please invite your family, friends and neighbors. [...]

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1107, 2014

IHM’s Running Club participates in the Running Zone’s Race Series

By |July 11th, 2014|Categories: School News, Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Indian Harbour Montessori's Running Club participates in the Running Zone’s Race Series consisting of 7 races throughout the year. The school team challenge is open to all elementary and middle schools. IHM competes with elementary schools five times larger or more, some races have over 1200 runners! IHM has entered this series for the past three years. We have won the 1st Place Team Award for each of the three [...]

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406, 2014

Sixth Grade Graduation

By |June 4th, 2014|Categories: School News, Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Congratulations 6th Grade Graduates! It's been a memorable year! Best of luck to our Graduates of 2014, and we wish everyone a wonderful summer vacation. Congrats to: Macguire A., Andrew B., Joshua K., Emily M., Ian M., Zohra M., Emily P., Patience P., Whitney S., Sofia V., and Zachary W. "The education of a very small child does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life." Maria Montessori [...]

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605, 2014

Mrs. Trawick Wins Teacher of the Month Award

By |May 6th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, School News|Tags: , , , |

Brevard Teacher of the Month Award Indian Harbour Montessori's, Mrs. Theresa Trawick was recently named Lite Rock 99.3's "Teacher of the Month". Mrs. Trawick will receive a spa treatment at Essentials Spa & Salon and a Papa John’s pizza party for her entire class. Congratulations, Mrs. Theresa Trawick!

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2204, 2014

Former student stars in ‘Jersey Boys’

By |April 22nd, 2014|Categories: Alumni Spotlight, School News|Tags: , , |

Former Indian Harbour Montessori student, Rachel Schur has been performing with the national professional tour of "Jersey Boys," the much ballyhooed, Tony Award-winning musical about the 1960s musical group The Four Seasons, for the past two years. Rachel, who graduated from Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy after attending IHM, is one of three women in the show and has 19 roles, including that of Francine, daughter of lead crooner Frankie Valli. [...]

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804, 2014

Integrating Gardening into the Classroom

By |April 8th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary|Tags: , |

Indian Harbour Montessori School promotes education, health, and wellness, by connecting children to the natural world through organic gardening. Ms. Theresa Trawick is helping children establish a positive relationship with their natural world by simply opening the door of the classroom. She uses the vegetable garden as a place to enrich the classroom lessons and allow students to experience learning from their own observations--all while munching on fresh vegetables picked [...]

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404, 2014

Self Discipline: Practical Activities

By |April 4th, 2014|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Preschool, Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)|Tags: , |

Self Discipline Helping your child to learn how to take control of himself is one of the most challenging parts of being a parent. We all want to be able to go about our normal lives knowing that we can trust our child to behave and cope with different social situations. You can create the circumstances for your child to develop self-discipline by following three simple steps: Create an environment [...]

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1701, 2014

Jonathan Wood from the Raptor Project visits IHM

By |January 17th, 2014|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , |

Jonathan Wood from the Raptor Project visited Indian Harbour Montessori on Friday, January 17th. The children listened as Jonathan and his avian predators, discussed conservation, as well as how the birds are ambassadors for their habitat. If the raptors are doing well, everyone else is in good shape. Indian Harbour Montessori was his first stop in Brevard County as he visits several different venues throughout the area this month. Wood, [...]

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1001, 2014

Got Respect Tour with Chris Hollyfield visits IHM

By |January 10th, 2014|Categories: Special Events|Tags: , , , , , |

Chris Hollyfield visited Indian Harbour Montessori today as part of his anti-bulling, "Got Respect? Tour". Chris, definitely knows what bullying is... Measuring 4-foot-4, this phenomenal motivational speaker is perceived at first glance as an undersized man in an over sized world. The “Got Respect? Tour” shows the emotional and physical effects of bullying. Chris maximizes his visual difference to help students recognize and avoid teasing and bullying among their peers. [...]

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301, 2014

Alumni Spotlight: Jimmy Reinman

By |January 3rd, 2014|Categories: Alumni Spotlight|Tags: , , , , , |

Jimmy Reinman, IHM Class of 2009 Jimmy Reinman attended Indian Harbour Montessori through 6th grade. He is currently attending Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne and will graduate in 2015. After high school he plans on attending college and working towards a career in sports broadcasting. Watch the video below to learn more Keep in Touch We welcome news from all our EFC & IHM alumni. If you are in [...]

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101, 2014

Happy New Year 2014!

By |January 1st, 2014|Categories: Montessori, School News|Tags: , , , , |

New Years is the perfect occasion to celebrate love, friendships and all the good things in life. Let’s take the time to appreciate what this year has given us and what the new one is about to bring! Happy New Years! Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2014! pic.twitter.com/xZUxnqMAqr— IndianHrb Montessori (@Montessori_IH) January 1, 2014

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2612, 2013

Alumni Spotlight: Alexis Chamoun

By |December 26th, 2013|Categories: Alumni Spotlight|Tags: , , , , , |

Alexis Chamoun, IHM Class of 2009 Alexis Chamoun attended Indian Harbour Montessori through 6th grade. She is currently attending Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne and will graduate in 2015. Watch the video below to learn more Keep in Touch We welcome news from all our EFC & IHM alumni. If you are in the neighborhood, please stop by to say “hi” and let us know what you are doing! [...]

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1912, 2013

Happy Holidays!

By |December 19th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, School News|Tags: , , |

Happy Holidays to you and your families! As the holiday season is upon us, we would like to thank you for all your wonderful support throughout this past year. Our staff hopes your holidays are filled with loved ones and wish you the best in the New Year. We will see everyone in 2014! Happy Holidays, Cindy Thomas, Head of Schools & ALL of us at IHM & EFC Post [...]

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1712, 2013

2013 Community Service Project

By |December 17th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, School News, Special Events|Tags: , , , |

Our students along with the Indian Harbour Beach Police Department collected animal supplies, food, toys and clothes for the needy in our community this holiday season. On Friday, December 13th all parents and grandparents were invited as the children loaded up the big truck with food, toys and clothes and also participated in a sing-a-long! Post by Especially For Children & Indian Harbour Montessori. Post by Especially For Children & [...]

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1012, 2013

IHM 5th & 6th Grade Students: Styrohead Experiment

By |December 10th, 2013|Categories: Montessori Elementary, School News|Tags: , , , |

Recently at Indian Harbour Montessori, Room 22, our 5th and 6th Graders, took a blank Styrofoam head as pictured below, signed each of their names and sent it with Captain Blohm who works offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. Once on board the ship, Styrohead was placed in the ship's ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) which went to a depth of 7,050 feet. In the process, Styrohead shrank because of the [...]

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512, 2013

Alumni Spotlight: Michelle Dougherty

By |December 5th, 2013|Categories: Alumni Spotlight|Tags: , , , , |

Michelle Dougherty, IHM Class of 2005 Michelle attended Indian Harbour Montessori through 6th grade. She then attended Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne and graduated with honors in 2011. She is currently a psychology major attending Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University. She is also a member of the FAU Equestrian Team. Upon graduation in 2015, she plans on pursuing her PhD in clinical psychology. Watch the video below [...]

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1211, 2013

The Sumerians Project

By |November 12th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary, School News|Tags: , , , , , , |

What I Learned from the Sumerian Team Project Experience (as reported by 5th and 6th graders at Indian Harbour Montessori on team evaluation forms for the Sumerian Brochure Project using the Microsoft Surface RT Tablets that were recently purchased by the MPTO) I learned a lot about the Sumerians and how to work as a team. I learned that if we split up the work then we could get things [...]

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311, 2013

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Leslie Thomas

By |November 3rd, 2013|Categories: Alumni Spotlight|Tags: , , , , |

Alumni Spotlight Dr. Leslie Thomas, DVM, DACVS-SA Leslie Thomas attended Especially For Children from 1983-1989. Leslie is now a veterinary surgeon at Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Tampa. Dr. Leslie Thomas received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Stetson University in 2000, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She received her DVM degree from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville in 2005. Dr. Thomas pursued post-graduate training and study [...]

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2410, 2013

Indian Harbour Montessori Teacher Publishes New Book

By |October 24th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, School News|Tags: , , , , |

Crick Crack, 13 Ghoulish Tales for Tweens A Must-Read for Pre-Teens Chocked with thrills, goosebumps, and eerie action, Vlad Pale's tales with a twist deliver the shiver while maintaining age-appropriate taste. Perfect for sleepovers, Halloween, or daily consumption, these memorable stories are must-reads for tweens. Pre-teens will enjoy the spooky twists on situations recognizable from their own lives. Here you will jockey with a ghost at a sleepover, battle otherworldly [...]

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2110, 2013

Indian Harbour Montessori Students Celebrate International Peace Day

By |October 21st, 2013|Categories: Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years), School News, Special Events|Tags: , |

Peace Day 2013 Indian Harbour Montessori had a Peace Day celebration last Friday, October 18th. Students 3-6 years at IHM have been learning about peace and other cultures since the first day of school. As a part of our Peace Day Celebration, students sang peace songs, created peace artwork, and alongside their parents prepared and tasted authentic foods from the culture they represented. Teachers and spectators enjoyed watching the children [...]

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710, 2013

Indian Harbour Montessori Students Unlock Florida’s Ancient Past

By |October 7th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary, School News, Special Events|Tags: , , , |

What treasures can be found here? Florida’s National Parks are home to fossils of many prehistoric species. There’s the saber-toothed cat and the carcharodon megalodon shark, (once stretching as big as a bus); there are animals such as the giant woolly mammoth, the cave bear, cave hyena, and the cave lion, as well. To promote awareness and stewardship of fossils—the record of evolving life on a dynamic planet—and foster greater [...]

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2609, 2013

Montessori schools emphasize self-discovery

By |September 26th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary, Montessori Preschool, Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)|Tags: , , |

Written by Linda Morgan, ParentMap Maria Montessori, Italy's first female physician who created a new method of educating young children, once said that the "inner-directed life of the child has its own characteristics and ends, different from those of the adult." In other words, children feel, act and behave differently than grown-ups. That concept may be less than revolutionary to present-day educators and parents. But in turn-of-the-20th-century Europe, that kind [...]

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409, 2013

Why Montessori Elementary?

By |September 4th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary|Tags: , , |

This is a summary of a 1998 article, "Montessori for the Elementary," written by Tim Seldin, President of The Montessori Foundation. As the child approaches six, parents are faced with a choice of whether to continue their child's Montessori education or transition them to a more traditional school setting. Here are some important reasons to consider enrolling your child in Montessori Elementary. Academic Excellence In the elementary classroom, Montessori students [...]

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808, 2013

Montessori in the Home

By |August 8th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Preschool|

Even though, on their own, they may tend to create chaos, young children have a tremendous need and love for an orderly environment. When everything has its own place and the environment is organized it makes it easier for the child (and parent) to maintain a neat and well-organized atmosphere. Here are some ways in which you can support your child. The Bedroom Children’s bedrooms may clearly reflect their personalities [...]

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407, 2013

Child’s Instinct to Work

By |July 4th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Elementary, Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)|

The following lecture was given by Dr. Montessori at the beginning of the XXIVth International Course in London in 1939. The following is just as it was taken down in translation as Dr. Montessori spoke. Education should have for its basis, and for the guidance of its construction, an aim. It is not sufficient to say that the child must be the center of education, we must know our aim [...]

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1206, 2013

Why would you start your three-year-old in school?

By |June 12th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)|

Why start at three years old? Maria Montessori studied children. As she did, she discovered that between birth and six, children have certain capabilities for learning that will never again be so compelling. Three-year-olds learn in unique ways that make this an ideal time to begin their Montessori education. They have become aware of others, and they have an innate desire to imitate the actions of the people around them. [...]

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606, 2013

The Importance of Montessori for the Kindergarten Year

By |June 6th, 2013|Categories: Montessori, Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)|

Here are 20 reasons to keep your child in Montessori for the Kindergarten year complimentary of The Montessori Children’s Foundation. 1. Kindergarten is not the start of schooling. By five, most Montessori children will begin to read, and many will be introduced to multiplication and division. 2. The third (or Kindergarten) year is the time when many of the earlier lessons come together and be come permanent part of the [...]

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406, 2013

Montessori Terminology

By |June 4th, 2013|Categories: Montessori|

Dr. Maria Montessori introduced many new terms and concepts to describe how children grow and learn. Here are definitions of some widely used Montessori words and phrases. Absorbent mind – From birth through approximately age 6, the young child experiences a period of intense mental activity that allows her to “absorb” learning from her environment without conscious effort, naturally and spontaneously. Casa dei Bambini – In Italian, “Children’s House,” and [...]

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406, 2013

5 Facts About Montessori Schools

By |June 4th, 2013|Categories: Montessori|

Here are five facts about Montessori schools to bear in mind when exploring preschools and primary schools for your child. Montessori is a very popular approach for teaching preschool and primary age children. The movement was started Rome by a visionary medical doctor by the name of Maria Montessori. Her work was with the poorest children in the ghettos of Rome. Interestingly enough, Montessori caught on in the rest of [...]

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Alumni Spotlight

Dr. Leslie Thomas, DVM, DACVS-SA

leslie-thomas-dvmLeslie Thomas attended Especially For Children from 1983-1989. Leslie is now a veterinary surgeon at Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Tampa.

Dr. Leslie Thomas received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Stetson University in 2000, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She received her DVM degree from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville in 2005. Dr. Thomas pursued post-graduate training and study in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care with an internship at the prestigious Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in Boston, MA in 2006. Following her year in Boston, she completed a surgical internship with Veterinary Surgical Services in 2007. Dr. Thomas completed her small animal surgery residency at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Annapolis and Towson, MD in 2011. There she was mentored by nine ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) Diplomate Surgeons and acquired invaluable and varied perspectives on surgical techniques and outcomes. Dr. Thomas performed experimental research on an absorbable, surgically implantable antibiotic delivery system to treat resistant local infections. She has publications in the Veterinary Surgery journal and The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Thomas has also helped to teach other veterinarians surgical techniques at the CVC convention in Baltimore, MD and has given a presentation at the Veterinary Orthopedic Society conference. Dr. Thomas received her ACVS Board certification in 2012. She is proficient with a wide variety of soft tissue, neurologic, and orthopedic procedures. She has a special interest in oncologic (cancer) and reconstructive surgery, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomies (TPLOs), intervertebral disc disease, and abdominal surgery.

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