“Our teachers go through the most rigorous training and it is both qualitatively and quantitatively different from other Montessori training. Literally hundreds of hours are spent on observation alone which helps to create extraordinary teachers capable of adjusting the curriculum to fit the child,” Former Parent.
Young Child’s Community
YCC Teacher
Kay Lawson, YCC Assistant
Charlie Dixon, YCC Assistant
9-Month Primary
Kelly Crabtree, Primary Teacher
Andrea Jones, Primary Assistant
12-Month Primary
Koral Walters, Primary Teacher
Abby Dimitrov, Primary Assistant
Sherry Herrin, Primary Assistant
Elementary
Justin Garber, Upper Elementary Teacher
Brenda Christiansen, Lower Elementary Teacher
Jessica Bayers, Elementary Assistant
Administration
Liana Oram, Head of School
Beth Grindel, Director of Operations/CFO
Katie Mahlstedt, Classroom Floater
John Dowell, Facilities Maintenance Team Member
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Mountain Shadows Montessori School offers AMI programs for students 12 months to 12 years old.
...So, what is AMI?
Association Montessori Internationale
AMI is the organization that is tasked with the responsibility of maintaining the integrity of Maria Montessori's legacy. Mountain Shadows and AMI share a mission to support children's natural development and to help them become the transformative force of society.
This comes with a commitment to a standard of excellence, defined by...
01
Rigorous and extensive training
including the study of child development and a deep understanding of the Montessori materials to assist the teacher in creating the environment necessary for this work.
02
Three-year age ranges
within each classroom that allow children to work at their own pace and level of development.
03
Extended work time,
including a three hour uninterrupted work cycle.
04
Upholding international standards
through expert consultation every three years and regular and ongoing study of pedagogy and practice.
For your child, this means...
Curiosity
Whether it's digging in the dirt or discovering the universe.
Confidence
Whether it's speaking your mind or learning to speak up.
Creativity
Whether it's composing a song or coming up with a big idea.
Respect
Whether it's for ourselves or for others.
Energy
Whether it's work or play.
Critical Thinking
Whether it's studying science or solving a problem.
Responsibility
Whether it's doing your part or doing what's right.
Independence
Whether it's planning your day or preparing your own lunch.
Collaboration
Whether it's deciding together or sharing the work.
Community
Whether it's supporting your friends or saving the planet.
This is what Mountain Shadows means for your child.
