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Parent Involvement is
Considered Crucial
In the Montessori educational program, parent involvement in the learning
process is considered crucial. According to Maria Montessori, children learn
from their environment. Adults promote the learning process by serving as the
dynamic link between the environment and the child. That is, learning is not
seen as the mere passing of information from the teacher to the student.
Rather, it is the process through which the child gains insight about life
from daily experiences, whether at school or elsewhere. Thus teaching is a
joint responsibility of the school and the family.
Continuity Between the
School and the Home
In keeping with the Montessori philosophy, our program strives to maintain
continuity between the school and the home. To attain this continuity, a
varied series of parent activities was developed and is implemented
throughout the school year. They include classroom observations,
parent-teacher conferences, parent education nights, and open house for
students and their families.
Throughout the year the Directresses may
request assistance with a special activity (cultural celebration, fieldtrip,
etc.). It is a special time for the child when parent(s) are included in
their school's functions.
Parents Bring Snacks on a
Rotating Schedule
 Snack is brought to school by parents on a rotating
schedule. Please watch the monthly calendar for your turn and feel free to
ask the Directresses if you have any questions. We ask that snacks are kept
healthy (fruit, vegetables, crackers, cheese, pretzels, mini
muffins/sandwiches, etc.). The occasional treat is welcome, keeping in mind
that it should be easy for the children to eat and not require the use of
plates or utensils.
A Parent Run School
As a parent run school, Children's House requires each family to volunteer
for a job to be performed throughout the year at request. Job choices will be
sent out in August with other school information. Choose a task that fits
into your family's schedule. Jobs range from extensive interaction with the
school and Directresses (ie. board members) to infrequent duties that require
little time or thought.
Parent Involvement is
Greatly Appreciated
Parent involvement helps Children's House Montessori to keep its rates at an
affordable level. We understand that parents have a busy schedule and greatly
appreciate the time that is donated to the running and improvement of their
child's school.
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