

The 5 Great Lessons in Elementary
“Where did Earth come from?” “How did life on Earth begin?” “Why are humans here?” Children around the ages of 6–12 (what Maria...


Hour of Code
Coding is shaping our future. The Hour of Code is an initiative that happens through code.org, a website that helps people of all ages...
Marat (5th grade) & Kourosh (4th grade)
Dec 14, 2017


Primary Classrooms Celebrate The Holidays With Annual Book Exchange
Each year the Primary classrooms celebrate the holiday season by sharing in a delicious breakfast as well as gifting books to one...
Katie Hamill, Primary Division Leader
Dec 11, 2017


How We Prepare Students For An Ever-Changing World
“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” —Albert Einstein I think most people will agree that...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Dec 5, 2017


To Begin “Integrated Studies” Class, Upper Elementary Students Focus on Native American History
How did people of the Inuit tribe survive the harsh arctic climate they inhabited? Where did the wind come from? How were members of the...


The December Dilemma: Fostering an Inclusive Classroom During the Holidays
“Peace comes from being able to contribute the best that we have, and all that we are, toward creating a world that supports everyone....
Krissy Canastar, Diversity Coordinator
Nov 27, 2017


Toddlers Strengthen Skills by Setting the Table
Young children have a natural internal motivation to be involved in a wide range of household tasks. They enjoy emulating the activities...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Nov 15, 2017


Practical Life Prepares the Hand for Writing
Upon entering a Primary Montessori classroom for the first time, children are drawn to the Practical Life area immediately. Children...
Katie Hamill, Primary Division Leader
Nov 13, 2017


Historic Halloween Fun in Elementary
Halloween is always a favorite holiday for Elementary students because of the unique celebrations that have become a tradition at NMS! In...


Primary Students: Learn by Having Fun This Summer!
As the school year winds down many families are preparing for summer vacation. A question teachers often hear during this time is ‘What...
Katie Hamill, Primary Division Leader
Jun 9, 2017





