Teaching to the Child vs. Teaching to the Test: Why Montessori schools opt out of tests in favor of richer assessments

Have you ever told your child about an upcoming vacation, maybe two months out, and then find yourself greeted by daily questions, perhaps something like, “Do we go on vacation today? What about tomorrow?” How do you know when to tell children about a big change, without it causing stress or harm?

When you arrive at MCMS, you can’t help but notice the beauty of the rolling farmland all around our building. The colors, smells, and shapes are a thrilling, sensorial experience for children, families, and guides each day, through all seasons.

Author of “The Four Tendencies,” Gretchen Rubin, published an article in 2020 entitled “The Opposite of Meditation Is…Recess & I Need More Recess.” While the article is mostly about giving yourself a break from the pressure of meditation, I also thought it was a nice reflection on the importance of knowing yourself and what works for you, going into summer.