The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori

What has changed at GSCM over the years? What has stayed the same?

Our faculty and staff explored those questions today as they looked through old GSCM yearbooks during today's teacher in-service.

After hearing from Deacon Nathan and Mr. Navaro, faculty members gathered in small groups that brought together those newer to GSCM and those who have been part of our community for many years. Together, they reflected on GSCM’s past and present and shared what they noticed along the way.

The photos and faces may change, but the conversation offered a chance to reflect on the heart of GSCM and the community we continue to build together.

We’d love to hear from you. What do you remember from your years at GSCM? What has changed, and what still feels the same?

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Last Friday’s Mad About Plaid Golf Outing was made possible by the incredible generosity of our sponsors.

As golfers made their way around the course, these signs were a wonderful reminder of the businesses, families, and friends who support GSCM and our students.

We’re grateful to each of you for being part of the day and part of our community. Thank you! 💚

Congrats Jason Walley, our winner of the Bourbon Raffle!

Thank you to all who were a part of today’s golfing and fellowship, all to bring about the fulfillment of GSCM’s mission!

We especially thank our Sponsors! We could not have had this event without you!

GSCM is excited to announce Mr. Tim Navaro as the next principal of The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori.

We conducted a comprehensive search that included outstanding candidates from both within and outside our community. We sought a leader who is a devout Catholic, respects the Montessori method, builds strong relationships, and leads with humility, vision, and trust in God's providence. After deep prayer and discernment, Tim emerged as the principal for this moment in our history.

Tim is an experienced educator, curriculum designer, teacher mentor, former chairman of our Board of Trustees, and a current GSCM parent. With five of his six children attending school this fall, he brings not only educational leadership, but also a deep personal investment in our mission and community.

Over the years, he has demonstrated not only his dedication to GSCM, but also his ability to lead with faith, charity, and joy. Together with our exceptional faculty and staff, he is committed to preserving and strengthening the authentic Catholic Montessori education that has defined GSCM for nearly 30 years.

Tim is a graduate of Ohio University the University of Cincinnati and Archbishop Moeller High School. He and his wife, Shawna, are the parents of six children and are parishioners at St. Cecilia Catholic Parish in Oakley. Outside of school, Tim enjoys woodworking, hiking, and is especially excited to help grow our Erdkinder program.

Reflecting on his new role, Tim shared:

"I feel honored to be a part of The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori, a school that has meant so much to me and my family. I am thrilled to work alongside such dedicated teachers and staff as I continue my career in Catholic education and deepen my understanding of and . It is truly a blessing to serve this community, and I look forward to supporting the good work already happening here as GSCM continues to thrive."

Please join us in welcoming Tim and praying for him, his family, and our entire school community as we advance our mission: Always Catholic. Authentically Montessori. Helping children grow in wisdom, age and grace.

☀️🏌️‍♀️PSA: Summer is NOT OVER! ☀️🏌️‍♀️

Friday, August 7 at 9am: The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori Golf Outing at California Golf Course is happening and it's going to be kinda a big deal🤓! Mad About Plaid is our retro twist on this classic game and a way to have some fun and give you an excuse to dust off your plaid or add a new piece to your wardrobe ( )

American Legion Post 484 Cincinnati, OH is our presenting sponsor. Please join us in thanking this REMARKABLE legion of veterans and their friends and family for giving back to the community by supporting a education 🙌 at GSCM . You can sponsor too! There are lots of options just click on the link:

This is where you can register your team too!

https://gscmontessori.org/golf-outing/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTKOH1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOckRtQVB4M29MVFBkRDhhc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpa3PBd9pQwJJAh1cEymadoukZ5mbz2XCVUA0TWTA_FbgH6Y9pgRIv1t0Bla_aem_PvDzu7fX0GNAWwZxh36NaA

Golf Outing - The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori A Retro Round with a Purpose Step onto the course in style for the Mad About Plaid Charity Golf Outing—a retro-inspired day of golf, community, and giving back. With classic […]

Grazie, Italia!

Our Fellows Mrs. McCarthy and Ms. Lackney are on their way home!

If you want to see some [incredible!] pics and reflections, head over to the online journal, and trust us, you WANT to ... it's like taking a little pilgrimage yourself! https://sites.google.com/gscmontessori.org/italyfellowship/home?authuser=0

Thank you Italy and thank you Fund for Teachers! Che bello!!!

We are three weeks away from our annual golf outing that supports GSCM! Booking your foursome's spot is easy-peasy ... and if you'd like to sponsor, there are options for that too!

⛳️ Save the date! Join us for the Mad About Plaid Golf Outing on Friday, August 7 at California Golf Course. 9:00 AM shotgun start. Dust off your favorite plaid and gather your foursome for a day of golf, fellowship, and friendly competition while supporting Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori!

More details>>>>>>> https://gscmontessori.org/golf-outing/

📣Italy Pilgrimage Update 🛵🛵

From Chiaravalle (Dr. Montessori's birthplace) to Citta di Castello (where her philosophy began to take root) to Assisi - our teachers' Frances Lackney and Sheryl McCarthy feet have been on the move, and hearts and minds FULL!!!

Check out the daily journal>> https://sites.google.com/gscmontessori.org/italyfellowship/daily-journal?authuser=0

Fund for Teachers Città di Castello Maria Montessori Catholic Schools - Archdiocese of Cincinnati GSCM Alum! Nathan Beiersdorfer

It's GO TIME! 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

Mrs. McCarthy and Ms. Lackney are on their way to Italy though the Fund for Teachers Fellowship!! Here's what they have to say:

We started in Cincinnati and are currently in Toronto on the way to . By the time everyone wakes up tomorrow, we will have landed in Rome and will be on a train cross country toward Dr. Montessori’s birthplace. We have taken crochet mascot with us who will make an appearance throughout the adventures!

Do you want to communicate with our travelers? Make a comment or go here to ask a question: https://sites.google.com/gscmontessori.org/italyfellowship/home?authuser=0

Catholic Schools - Archdiocese of Cincinnati Nathan Beiersdorfer Maria Montessori David Stein

Okay, folks. This is a big deal. Not every school gets to send their teachers to Italy to study in the footsteps of Maria Montessori.

God's blessings just keep coming to our school and this summer one of the BIGGEST yet is our award!

Mrs. McCarthy and Ms. Lackney (Middle School Lead Guides) will actually be on the ground in Italy-talking to Montessori teachers, visiting the places Dr. Montessori developed her philosophy, and absorbing the inspiration of Italy in a myriad of ways.

They leave TUESDAY ... so make sure you bookmark their online journal: https://sites.google.com/gscmontessori.org/italyfellowship/home?authuser=0

We will be posting updates throughout their travels.

Catholic Schools - Archdiocese of Cincinnati Nathan Beiersdorfer GSCM Alum! Catechesis of the Good Shepherd