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Inside Escuela: Montessori in the World
By Tanesia R. Hale-Jones, Head of School One of the most frequently asked questions we get on tours and from families transitioning from one level to the next is “How do Escuela students do out in the ‘real world’?” The question is much more existential than it appears on the...read more
Donor Impact Stories: Generations of Gratitude at Escuela del Sol Montessori
By Emilie De Angelis, Board of Trustees Chair Escuela del Sol Montessori’s 57th school year is off to an amazing start! We’re thrilled to share this installment of our donor impact series to keep you informed and connected. Whether you’re a currently enrolled family, school alumnus or alumni family, a...read more
Separation Sadness Can Be Difficult, But It’s Perfectly Natural
By Dana McCabe, former Head of School The first few weeks of school are a time of adjustment in so many ways. Excitement and joy are part of the picture, but there may well be some anxious feelings and a bit of sadness thrown in. The sad feelings are sometimes...read more
Freedom within Limits
One of the guiding principles of Montessori education is helping children to become independent. Freedom for students to choose classwork according to their interests and ability level is a core principle for any Montessori classroom. While this might cause people to picture chaos as they imagine a whole classroom of...read more
Earth Day: What to Expect
We are so excited to be hosting the traditional Earth Day parade and celebration for the first time since 2019. For many of our families, this is a new experience. Below is rundown of what the day looks like and how families can expect to participate. At Escuela del Sol...read more
Winter Weather Policy
Escuela del Sol Montessori follows APS decisions regarding delays and closures. If APS is closed or on an abbreviated schedule due to severe weather or poor driving conditions, Escuela will follow suit. If APS is on a 2-hour delay, all classes (Toddler, Primary, Elementary, Junior High) will begin at 10:30...read more