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Primary

We’re Different and the Same

The Primary children are working on self-portraits. The children are encouraged to look closely at themselves in the mirror and focus on every feature and detail when they're drawing. After they complete their art, it's…

mreuterJanuary 28, 2021

All Programs

Parent Education Opportunity

Montessori Explained February 11th at 7:00 pm We invite the public to join us for an engaging, enlightening, reaffirming evening of lecture and conversation with the award-winning author of 'The Tao of Montessori: Reflections on…

mreuterJanuary 26, 2021

Elementary

Dear Mr. President

The entire Upper Elementary program spent this week writing letters to the President and Vice President. They shared their individual hopes and dreams for the country and wished them luck on restoring health and unity to…

mreuterJanuary 22, 2021

Elementary

A Moment in History

In recent weeks, the Upper School students have engaged in age-appropriate discussions around the 2020 presidential race and current national events. On Wednesday, January 20th, Upper Elementary and Middle School students were able to watch…

mreuterJanuary 21, 2021

Elementary

Upper Elementary Snapshot

Upper Elementary 3rd grade students finished the end of their informational reading and writing unit by creating didactic wall panels that could be used in an aquarium to explain why and how scientists study certain…

mreuterJanuary 20, 2021

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I Have a Dream

Each year we celebrate Martin Luther King Day on the third Monday of January. The day celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. Primary In each…

mreuterJanuary 14, 2021

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Gifts and Challenges

During the school year, Upper Elementary students study character traits and virtues in their weekly “Gifts and Challenges” classes. They work on topics such as patience, courtesy, gratitude, perseverance, responsibility and leadership. At the end…

mreuterJanuary 14, 2021

Primary

Primary Library Time

Primary 3rd-year students (Kindergarteners) love Library day! Each week they visit the Horizon Library for their Library special. They learn how to respect the quiet library environment and treat books with care. They take great care perusing…

mreuterJanuary 14, 2021

Elementary Middle School

Upper School Studies History in Real Time

Upper Elementary and Middle School faculty engaged their students in age-appropriate discussions about last week’s insurrection at the Capitol. Middle School In Middle school, this conversation took place during humanities class and focused on defining…

mreuterJanuary 12, 2021

Elementary

Looking Back – Lower Elementary December Snapshot

Lower Elementary Lower Elementary is a busy place! During the holiday season, the students learned more about the history of our winter holidays: Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas, and shared their own traditions. Expert storyteller, Maria…

mreuterJanuary 7, 2021

Alumni

Alumni Connection

Meet Princeton Montessori School alumna Anne Marie Hinrichs (née Cusack). Anne Marie attended Princeton Montessori School in the 1980s. Let's hear more about what she has been up to... Anne Marie Hinrichs What are you…

mreuterJanuary 7, 2021

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Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow!

Winter Storm Gail left over half a foot of snow in our area - but for many members of our community this was cause for celebration! Students were thrilled to get out in the snow…

mreuterDecember 18, 2020

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