The hands-on Montessori materials, developed and refined by Dr. Montessori in collaboration with teachers observing children around the world, allow us to personalize education without
The Montessori language curriculum has always been a structured language program and includes all the components of the Science of Reading. But what exactly is
A strong grasp of spelling supports and enhances reading fluency. Unfortunately, traditional methods of teaching spelling include memorization of unrelated words, which can be ineffective
As children grow up, they go through a series of changes, taking on different physical, mental and emotional characteristics at each stage or plane of
Description: Science of Reading research shows that more than 60% of learners need structured literacy instruction to become fluent readers, and that such instruction benefits
This presentation explores the essential role of phonological and phonemic awareness in transforming the developing brain, and demonstrates how to extend early literacy practices in
Reading proficiency requires lots of fun practice to reach automaticity, fluency, and comprehension. Some children learn how to read with little direct instruction and repetition.
How does the Science of Reading overlap with our Montessori pedagogy? The Science of Reading relies on systematic and explicit phonics instruction. How can we
The focus of this session will be the power of the Great Books method to support comprehension and love of literature in a way that
How can you support the integrity of our public Montessori programs? Talk it over with fellow Montessori advocates.
Talk with peers about developing a library of quality books that celebrate the lives of diverse children and families.
Talk through challenges, strategies and personal experiences supporting children through the journey of learning to read.
Language is communication conveyed verbally and/or through the written word. The content of what is communicated needs to be relevant, interesting to the child, and
Learn how South Carolina had tremendous growth in public Montessori programs in the last two decades. Necessary leadership from a variety of educator levels and
This workshop is appropriate for primary guides, elementary guides, and parentsDescription: What do we mean by preparing the hand for writing? This process begins long
This session introduces Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS), a methodology that transforms the way students of all ages think and learn. VTS practitioners facilitate discussions of
One of our Montessori mantras is: “Observe! Observe! Observe!” How can the right reading assessments help us “observe” where children are on the trajectory of
Our Montessori classrooms contain a wide range of structured, multisensory materials to help support literacy development. However, many of the lessons we give assume that
What do you want to discuss? Post your ideas in the Charles Ellis media center and we’ll form groups to discuss the hottest topics.
What do you want to discuss? Post your ideas in the Charles Ellis media center and we’ll form groups to discuss the hottest topics.
What do you want to discuss? Post your ideas in the Charles Ellis media center and we’ll form groups to discuss the hottest topics.
8:30–9:30
Meet & Greet/Registration
9:45–9:55
Welcome and Introduction:
Dr. Denise Watts, Superintendent of Savannah-Chatham County Schools
Annie Frazer, Executive Director of Montessori Partnerships for Georgia
9:55–10:25
Keynote Speaker – Georgia State Representative Carl Gilliard
10:45–11:30 Presentations
1:00–1:45 Presentations
2:15–3:00 Presentations
3:15–4:00 Roundtable
8:30–9:00
Meet and Greet
9:00–9:45 Presentations
10:00–10:45 Presentations
11:00–11:45 Roundtable
12:00–12:30
Closing and Reflections