Description
Book SynopsisJoin the Revolution! Build aresilientMontessorischool MontessoriinAction: BuildingResilientMontessoriSchoolsdeliversapractical and actionablemethodto providea strongMontessori experiencefor all children, families and educators. The first of its kind, this book offers readers a collection of modern and concrete ways tobuild an equitable and resilientMontessoriprogram, by discussing topics like: Working within the unique, complex ecosystem of Montessori to build a unified community empowered to serve the mission of the schoolSharingways to create a culture of honest conversation based on the values of growth and clarityOffering waysto build strong and resilient systems that will engage the whole community and yield results Perfect for Montessori educators and administrators of all kinds,MontessoriinActionwill support educators intaking action! This book provides structures, tools andtimetables tostrengthen and improve schools. Itwill also earn a place in the libraries of the parents of Montessori children who desire to create and maintain an equitable environment that benefits all students, regardless of their background.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments ix
Land Acknowledgment xi
About the Author xiii
Preface xv
Part I: Introduction 1
Chapter 1: Why Build a Resilient School? 9
Chapter 2: Constructivist Thinking 17
Chapter 3: Equity 27
Chapter 4: Coaching 37
Part II: One School 51
Chapter 5: Calibrate 59
Chapter 6: Organize 81
Part III: Honest Talk 107
Chapter 7: Nourish 113
Chapter 8: Validate 141
PART IV: Strong Systems 165
Chapter 9: Engage 169
Chapter 10: Yield 213
Part V: Take Action 245
Chapter 11: Steps to Building a Resilient Montessori School 251
Chapter 12: Resources to Support 259
References 265
Index 267
