The previous owners of our building had done something odd to the floor in the back room of our building. It wasn’t odd in itself—they just added a layer of subfloor, some vinyl tile, and then a carpet remnant over that. What was odd was that with that buildup of material, the back door simply…
DetailsWe have published our exact plans for opening with our inaugural programs and our first-year tuition special! Montessori Day Sessions Our first year of Montessori will be only 10 kids, ages three and four, Monday through Friday, half-day (8:30 – 11:30 a.m.). The way a Montessori program typically runs, all of the kids of all ages…
DetailsIf you’ve not read it yet I highly highly recommend P.E. Gobry’s article on Montessori. Gobry asks, “Montessori schools are exceptionally successful, so why aren’t there more of them?” Indeed. One of my favorite things that he points out is the dedication to respecting the child’s own development that is inherent in Montessori. He writes:…
DetailsIn addition to a Montessori academic program, Hilltop Children’s House will also offer the Montessori based religious instruction in scripture and liturgy called Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS). In CGS children are given a place where they can fall in love with God. The Catechist does not act as an instructor, but rather as…
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