Montessori High School at University Circle

"To have a vision of the cosmic plan, in which every form of life depends on directed movements which have effects beyond their conscious aim, is to understand the child's work and be able to guide it better." -

dedicated herself to advancing her child-centered approach to education, lecturing widely and writing. Through her efforts and the work of her followers, Montessori education was adopted worldwide!

"But, above all it is the education of adolescents that is important, because adolescence is the time when the child enters on the state of manhood and becomes a member of society." -

"Education should not limit itself to seeking new methods for a mostly arid transmission of knowledge: its aim must be to give the necessary aid to human development." -

"My vision of the future is no longer of people taking exams and proceeding from secondary school to University but of passing from one stage of independence to a higher, by means of their own activity and effort of will." -

It's a beautiful day on the MHS quad! Frisbee during PE today, feauturing Otis' blooming magnolia tree.

In addition to her work in education, campaigned for women’s rights. She wrote and spoke frequently on the need for greater opportunities for women and was recognized as a leading feminist voice.

"Happiness is not the whole aim of education. A man must be independent in his powers and character; able to work and assert his mastery over all that depends on him." -

"Peace is a practical principle of human civilization and social organization that is based on the very nature of man. Peace does not enslave him; rather, it exalts him." -

This Wednesday, 11th and 12th graders had the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Asian cultures by exploring the collection at the . They meditated, practiced yoga, and wrote personal reflections.