MONTESSORI BEGINNINGS GROUP
BIRTH-23 MONTHS
Montessori Beginnings is a free one-hour discovery group for children under age two and their caregivers. Babies and young toddlers explore the Montessori environment designed specifically for them, while parents, grandparents, and nannies engage in discussions built around a variety of parenting topics within the scope of Montessori’s educational practices.
“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six.”
One of the most marvelous and mighty tasks of the parent and teacher is to prepare and provide an environment and activities for the child to observe, reflect, learn and ultimately reach their full potential.
CVMS HOPES TO SUPPORT PARENTS OR CAREGIVERS ON THIS JOURNEY BY:
BONDING
Providing an environment that supports healthy bonding between parent or caregiver and child.
PHILOSOPHY
Modeling and familiarizing parents or caregivers with the philosophy and practices of Montessori for both the home and the classroom.
SUPPORT
Providing a safe and supportive space to explore the challenges and celebrations of care giving.
RESOURCES
Providing resources and tools to assist parents and caregivers in supporting their child’s growing sense of self and independence.
OPPORTUNITY
Creating opportunities and connecting caregivers to build relationships.
SERVICE
Learning from parents and caregivers and children in order to improve upon programming and serve the community more effectively.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
UPCOMING SESSIONS
This class is FREE for first-time children and not limited to CVMS families--all are welcome!
($90 for returning children)
We will meet Monday afternoons, 2:30-3:30 pm in the CVMS toddler classroom. Each week we will spend time playing together and Ms. Becky Schiavone (Early Childhood Teacher, Director of Parent Education) will facilitate discussion on the following parenting topics.
Families may wish to bring a snack (teachers will communicate any allergy concerns prior).
All registrants will receive an email with complete class details one week before the start of our class.
WEEK ONE
Freedom Within Limits
April 29
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WEEK TWO
An Environment for Independence
May 6
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WEEK THREE
Follow The Child
May 13
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WEEK FOUR
Language Appreciation
May 20
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WEEK FIVE
Peace Education: Grce and Courtesy
June 3
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WEEK SIX
Routines: Eating, Sleeping, and Toileting
June 10
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INTRODUCING OUR
MONTESSORI BEGINNINGS TEACHER
REBEKAH SCHIAVONE
Early Childhood Teacher
Director of Parent Education