IDEA Montessori NOLA

05/03/2021

“The child, making use of all that he finds around him, shapes himself for the future.” ~Maria Montessori

05/03/2021

“The child, making use of all that he finds around him, shapes himself for the future.” ~Maria Montessori

04/01/2021

https://www.mariamontessori.org/should-we-really-be-telling-our-children-they-need-to-catch-up/

Should we really be telling our children they need to catch up? Posted: 26 February, 2021 Our Director of Training, Louise Livingston, considers the concept of “falling behind”. As we look to support children impacted by lockdowns and school closures, we must consider how we can best nurture chi...

03/31/2021

Hi, All! If you haven't heard by now, we are opening a Montessori School in the fall. We'd love to partner with you to assist with our start up costs. Please consider a donation, no amount is too small! All funds will be used for curriculum materials, furniture, supplies and tuition assistance for those in need. PLEASE SHARE.

Opening a school is no small task but we are excited to begin creating a l… Michelle Smith needs your support for Idea Montessori NOLA Furniture and Materials

03/08/2021

Love our school logo!! Thanks for putting our thoughts to paper!!

03/08/2021

We are so excited to share all things Montessori with the city of New Orleans!

is the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day. Among the many women who have challenged “the system” over the years is Dr. Maria Montessori. She was the first woman to study medicine at the University of Rome, and she became one of the first female doctors in Italy in 1896. That same year, she spoke about equal pay for women at the International Congress for Women in Berlin. Later, her work led her to study children and education. In January 1907, she opened the first Casa de Bambini, or Children’s House. Her approach to education continues to grow and spread around the world 114 years after the first Children’s House opened its doors. Photo and biography from www.montessori-ami.org 

03/04/2021

FAVOR!
If Gipson or I have taught or cared for your child(ren), would you please write a testimonial for us? Send in messenger. And may we have your permission to use any or all of your submissions on our Idea Montessori NOLA website? ...photo of adorableness for attention!! HaHa!!

EDIT- I just realized that I know children that are now adults that can leave a testimonial of their own experiences with myself or Gipson...if that's you, please send us something!