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
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
This week, we’ve started preparing for Student-Led Conferences! Each day, students take a little time to get ready so they feel confident and excited to share their learning with you. They can’t wait to show you all they’ve accomplished! In addition, we are working on Egypt geography through 3-D map making, working on Literature Circle,...Read More
This week was a bit different as much of our time was spent on testing. While testing isn’t always the most exciting part of learning, it’s a valuable tool that helps us understand student progress and areas for growth. Apologies if your children came home a little stir-crazy! Outside of testing, we kicked off an...Read More
