Montessori middle school

Character development is an important concept for Montessori middle school children. Becoming a good citizen of the world means noticing the needs of others, having empathy and compassion for them, and taking action on their behalf. Providing sixth- through eighth-grade students with opportunities for community involvement should be a strategic move toward their holistic development. […]

As your middle school student continues along their educational journey, critical thinking becomes an increasingly important skill for them to master. One of the best ways to sharpen critical thinking skills — for people of any age — is to practice specific exercises that are centered around the Montessori style of education. Here are four

Middle school is a transformative time in any student’s life. Middle schoolers are growing intellectually, but they’re also developing interpersonal skills that are vital to the rest of their lives.  One of these interpersonal skills is leadership. There might not be a clear-cut way to teach leadership skills, but with effort and some inventive exercises,

Cooking is a source of joy for many adults and children alike. For middle schoolers, cooking can not only provide a way to learn valuable life skills, but also to support and further their academic learning. This is why Montessori middle schools always place an emphasis on kitchen activities.  While children learning how to prepare

For anyone whose educational journey wasn’t shaped by the Montessori philosophy, it can be difficult to understand how a child’s progress can be measured without the use of testing. But the truth is that there are other effective metrics for success, and your Montessori middle school student can actually excel by using them as an