With summer silliness in full swing, it’s hard to believe how swiftly this year has passed! This week, Gladys has been immersed in our botany and biology explorations. After collecting and identifying plants in the classroom and the woods, she designed and led a mini-biology lesson for our fourth-year students with just a bit of...Read More

It’s been a busy week in Upper Elementary, and the gorgeous spring weather has everyone eager to head outdoors (or take a nap)! We completed our MAPS Reading testing today, and I’m proud of how hard each student worked, even with summer around the corner. In class, we’ve continued with literature circles, tackled new concepts...Read More

We’ve had such a joyful week celebrating Grandparents and Special Adults in our classroom. The students were thrilled to give tours, ask interview questions, and proudly share their work. It’s always heartwarming to see their excitement and pride. In language lessons this week, we explored passive, active, and reflexive verbs, as well as different types...Read More

This week, our classroom was filled with excitement and discovery as students delved into the world of historical fiction. Students selected from a diverse range of historical fiction novels for their next literature circle unit:   One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia: Chronicles the experiences of three sisters visiting their estranged mother in 1960s Oakland, California....Read More

This week, our students cooked a special meal for people with food insecurity. We rolled up our sleeves for four days of hands-on learning, including making bread from scratch and preparing homemade chicken noodle soup. Recipients were very grateful, and a few had heartfelt stories to share with students. A HUGE thank you to everyone who donated...Read More

What an engaging and productive week we’ve had! In science, students learned about acid rain and pH levels. Their hands-on approach allowed them to discover and discuss various substances and their pH characteristics. I will let you ask them what substances they chose to test. Some were quite creative. History lessons took the class on a...Read More

We’ve had a week full of creativity and learning. Our students showcased their talents during several homework project presentations, where they explored a diverse range of topics, including baking, ironworking, zoology studies, woodworking, candle making, and even skiing! They are also making progress with their informational essay writing, diving into cool subjects like black holes,...Read More

Over the next few days, several MSBG teachers are taking part in professional development at the American Montessori Society Conference here in Colorado. The conference is an inspiring opportunity for educators to explore innovative teaching strategies, share best practices, and deepen their understanding of Montessori principles. Our Pi Day celebration was a huge hit! We...Read More

Hi families! We’ve had a great week in our classroom. Our third-year students celebrated Move Up Day with enthusiasm and creativity, from engaging work time to a vibrant Mardi Gras presentation complete with Pączkis. Who could forget the lesson on Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, which left everyone intrigued and a little spooked! Sixth years enjoyed their...Read More

Happy Montessori Ed Week! This week has been filled with joy and creativity—from our lively assembly and silly dress/hair day to the delightful teacher dress-up day, where our students charmed us with their impressions. We are also incredibly grateful to the parents and the PTO for treating us to a delicious lunch today! Despite the...Read More