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October 15, 2019

Upper Elementary meets the animals

We met Borja, the alligator, and Ruby, the corn snake, during our field trip to Tree Hill Nature Center. We met Georgia, the goat, and Oscar, the owl, too. Perhaps the most special critter we met that day was Jerry, the box turtle that students “found” during a hike on one of the trails. We miss … [Read more...]

By Stephanie Hudson / Filed Under: Elementary Years, Upper Elementary Newsletters Leave a Comment

June 3, 2019

Summer (Educational) Fun

The Elementary teachers have put together a list of resources for parents to help prevent the “summer slide” and keep their children’s minds active and engaged all summer. It takes only a little time each week or reading a few books over the summer for children to retain their learning … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years, Montessori at Home, MTS News Leave a Comment

October 2, 2017

Big Ideas for Young Minds

On the first full day of school, the Elementary students watch as the first of five Great Lessons in Montessori education is presented. The lesson is on the creation of the universe, and this one impressionistic lesson is the catalyst for many other lessons in the following weeks. One of those … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years Leave a Comment

December 14, 2016

Lower Elementary Visits Crooked River State Park

It was a cold December morning, with a high not expected to get out of the 50’s, but the Lower Elementary students were eager to dip their hands into the water with the net to see what they could scrape off the underside of the floating dock. With nets full of life from such things as algae, sea … [Read more...]

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December 5, 2016

Philosophy

“Miss Meghan, would you like some tea?” The Upper Elementary student asked. “It’s raspberry tea and really good.” The raspberry tea went along with the chocolate chip banana bread a student made for their twice-a-month philosophy sessions with Miss Meghan. Miss Meghan usually can be found … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years 1 Comment

November 22, 2016

Upper Elementary Students Visit Down to Earth Farm

Much of the holiday season revolves around the table, with family and friends enjoying good food. Finding out where that good food comes from was part of the journey the Upper Elementary students took just days before Thanksgiving. The students traveled to Down to Earth Farm in Jacksonville to … [Read more...]

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November 1, 2016

Historical Halloween at Montessori Tides

The concept of Historical Halloween is not unique to Montessori Tides School, but it is a concept that the Elementary classrooms embrace and enjoy each October. Historical Halloween gives students a chance to dress up and celebrate the accomplishments of others who have contributed to our … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years Leave a Comment

September 20, 2016

Parents get a glimpse of life in Lower Elementary

Lower Elementary parents who attended the first Montessori Tides School Parent Education Night in early September were treated to one of the Great Lessons in Montessori education. Ms. Nancy, lead teacher for Lower Elementary, presented to parents the lesson on the Creation of the Universe. This … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years, Montessori Approach 1 Comment

May 2, 2016

Elementary students get buzzed about bees

Elementary students get buzzed about bees

If Miss Meghan doesn’t have toddlers buzzing around her at Montessori Tides School, there’s a good chance that honeybees will be. Miss Meghan is a beekeeper with four hives at home and two that she manages for others. She brought her demonstration beehive, beekeeping equipment and honey to MTS to … [Read more...]

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April 27, 2016

Elementary students celebrate Earth Day

Nature study is an essential part of the curriculum at Montessori Tides School, but the Elementary students went beyond the nature found on the school playground and classroom decks to celebrate Earth Day on April 22. They celebrated with a field trip to the Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens. It … [Read more...]

By Amy Parmelee / Filed Under: Elementary Years Leave a Comment

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