Are you in need of a Montessori Language refresher? Perhaps some language materials are collecting dust, perhaps you are wondering if you are building a strong foundation for reading, or perhaps you are wondering how to best help a struggling student. Refresh your knowledge of the Language Curriculum and catch up on the latest research on best practices for growing strong readers. Hear reminders about the ordering of lessons; components of reading; gather resources for current research; and ideas for meaningful shelf work.

This course is open to Montessori Early Childhood and Montessori Elementary I teachers. Administrators and curriculum support staff are also welcome.

Course is 6 Hours of Professional Development

WHEN: February 24, Saturday, 9am – 4pm

WHERE: Houston Montessori Center

FACILITATORS: Bridget Tomlinson & Jodi Aserkoff & Paula Katz

REGISTER: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (limited to first 30 participants)

COST: $75
The Montessori Language curriculum seamlessly matches with current research about children and reading, the science of reading. That said, a close examination of classroom practices is always beneficial to be sure we are best serving our students.

The interrelated components of a strong language curriculum are far reaching. The workshop will help you return to your classroom with a refined look at general classroom practices, and how you are presenting the language lessons and the many interrelated components.

The refresher will be discussion based, with topics including: Phonological and Phonemic awareness, making use of the Movable Alphabet and all those objects, foundations for reading comprehension, and supporting expressive language.

This session has been cancelled

Houston Montessori Center

Early Childhood

Math Refresher Course

Are you in need of a Montessori Early Childhood Math refresher? Perhaps some math materials are collecting dust, or you have math-avoidant students, or worksheets have become a norm.

Refresh your knowledge of the Math Curriculum, from Numeration to Golden Beads to Fact work. Hear reminders about the ordering of lessons, reignite your passion for Golden Beads, and gather ideas for meaningful shelf work.

Come away with a “back-to-basics” flow chart, operation examples, and a renewed excitement for Math. Open to all with a Montessori Early Childhood Credential

Course is 6 Hours of Professional Development

WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023 9:00am – 4:00pm

WHERE: Houston Montessori Center

FACILITATORS: Bridget Tomlinson & Jodi Aserkoff

REGISTRATION CLOSED

(Limited to 30 participants)

COST: $75. Send Check or Money Order (no credit cards) to

Houston Montessori Center, 7807 Long Point Rd #100, Houston, TX 77055

Payments preferred by November 4

COURSE DETAILS: The Montessori math materials provide a concrete and sensorial impression of math; gifting children with a lifetime of deep understanding of basic math principles and operations. When we trust the materials, our role is to properly prepare the environment and ourselves to best serve the children.

This interactive workshop will be discussion-based, with the goal of returning to your classroom with a refreshed eye and a renewed excitement for the math curriculum. Bring photos of your math shelves and get constructive feedback from instructors. Bring worksheets your class has become dependent on, and find concrete alternatives within the math materials.

Topics will include: a review of ordering materials for lesson planning, working from concrete to abstract, emphasizing process over product, how Golden Beads work within Sensitive Periods, and when and if to correct.

Positive Child Guidance

with

Dr. Darla Ferris Miller

Author of Positive Child Guidance, now in its 8th Edition

and

Lynne Aiken

Infant and Toddler Level Coordinator at HMC

Saturday, November 4, 2023

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

6 hours of Professional Development Hours

Open to all Infant and Toddler Certified Teachers

Limited to 50 participants

Cost: $75

Make Checks or Money Orders payable to:

Houston Montessori Center

7807 Long Point Rd., Suite 100

Houston, TX 77055

Payments preferred by October 28

Registration Closed