

The Fundamentals of Music
A feature on sharing the joys of music with your children while assisting their development If you can walk you can dance, if you can...
Katie Quann, Music Specialist
Mar 24, 2017


Elementary Students Celebrate Pi Day
Pi Day is always a favorite holiday in Elementary, and not just because we love pie! This week, students enjoyed a daylong celebration of...


For Beginners, Snack Time Promotes Many Skills
Snack time in Beginners is often a highlight of the children’s day. While the children are typically motivated to join snack because of...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Mar 17, 2017


All You Need to Know about Specials
Spanish, Music, Library, Drama, Art, PE, Design Lab—at NMS, we name these classes Specials, and with good reason. What’s so special about...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Mar 3, 2017


World Read Aloud Day
On Thursday, February 16, NMS joined a global community of readers in a celebration of stories and books. The non-profit LitWorld...
Ashley Robinson, Communications Coordinator
Feb 17, 2017
Movement and Learning: Understanding Sensory Integration
Take a moment and think about your daily routines. How do I prepare for my day? Do I have strategies for staying alert during long...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Feb 10, 2017


“Behind the Scenes” of Upper Elementary Drama
Upper Elementary students performed the musical “A Kid’s Life” for their peers, teachers and parents just a few weeks ago. There were...
Nicole Mongeon, Elementary Drama Specialist
Feb 3, 2017


Learning Outcomes: A look at Continent Studies in Elementary
Sawubona! Jambo! As-Salaam-Alaikum! Bonjour! Hello! Did you know that there are an estimated 1500 – 2000 different languages spoken in...


Toilet Learning for Toddlers – Tips for Parents
Parent-Teacher conferences are just around the corner! A frequently raised topic of conversation is toilet learning. Even before your...
Becky Alukonis, Beginners Division Leader
Jan 20, 2017


How Our Classrooms Measure (and Maximize) Students’ Success
Learning is a complex process involving cognitive, physical, and emotional development. How do NMS teachers measure students’ progress...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
Jan 13, 2017