We love this article about Montessori education that appeared recently in Forbes magazine. Please read and share!
http://www.forbes.com/sites/pascalemmanuelgobry/2014/01/22/the-future-of-education-internet-one-laptop-per-child-ted-sugata-mitra-montessori/
This blog supports creation of a state-chartered, tuition-free Montessori school in Williamson County, Texas. Wilco Montessori Partners' submitted a charter application to the Texas Education Agency in 2015, and, if approved, we will open our school in Fall 2017. WilCo Montessori Partners is a 501(c)(3) organization.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Monday, January 27, 2014
It's Official. . .
The WilCo Montessori Partners' request for 501(c)(3) status is
signed, sealed, and sent on to the IRS in Covington, Kentucky. Fingers,
toes, all extremities crossed. Please think positive, happy thoughts
for a quick turnaround.
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Join Us as We Plan!
We hope you'll join us for the weekly meeting of the Charter Development
Team on Wednesday, January 29, 9 a.m., at Cianfrani Coffee Company on the Georgetown Square.
It's a great opportunity to learn more about what we're doing to establish a charter Montessori school in Williamson County — and how you can become involved!
It's a great opportunity to learn more about what we're doing to establish a charter Montessori school in Williamson County — and how you can become involved!
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Wilco Montessori Partners. Who Are We?
Wilco Montessori Partners are parents, educators, and others committed to establishing a Montessori charter school in Williamson County, Texas. This school would be a public school, open to all children, and tuition-free for parents. Our intent is to submit a charter application to the Texas Education Agency in 2015, and, if approved, open our school in Fall 2016. Our work is guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission: To provide an exceptional Montessori education to all children and their families, encouraging a lifelong love of learning and active participation in their communities.
Vision: We create a more peaceful world by developing conscientious citizens who approach their world with confidence, creativity, and collaboration.
Values: Diversity, Independence, Joy, Passion, and Respect.
To stay current with our progress, check back on this blog regularly. You can also "Like" us on Facebook.
Mission: To provide an exceptional Montessori education to all children and their families, encouraging a lifelong love of learning and active participation in their communities.
Vision: We create a more peaceful world by developing conscientious citizens who approach their world with confidence, creativity, and collaboration.
Values: Diversity, Independence, Joy, Passion, and Respect.
To stay current with our progress, check back on this blog regularly. You can also "Like" us on Facebook.
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