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Our last five week educational series "Montessori from the Start" was so successful we have added another series!
New baby on the way? Do you want to prepare a learning-rich environment for your toddler at home? Come join experienced Montessori Academy of Naples Infant Directress, Corey Raiser Jarrell, for the five-week educational series "Montessori from the Start," based on Paula Polk Lillard's and Lynn Lillard Jessen's book. Discussion topics will include: preparing the "Nido" or nest (the baby's room), growth and development from birth to age three, toddler activities to develop skills in food preparation, independent dressing, and toilet training, and the importance of encouraging independence in "...raising calm, capable, and confident children." The cost of the five-week series is $65.00, which includes a copy of the book. The class will meet for five consecutive Wednesdays beginning June 10 from 6 -7 pm at Montessori Academy of Naples, 2659 Professional Circle, #1118. To register, or for any questions or additional information, please call the school office at 597-2255.
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 Montessori Academy of Naples, Inc. offers Summer Enrichment Programs for children from 8 weeks to 12 years old. The summer programs run from June 8th through July 31st from 8:00am to 3:00pm. Early drop-off beginning at 7:30am and after-care until 5:30pm are available for an additional fee.
Also available for the summer is the State of Florida's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program. This program is free of charge for children who are eligible to enter Kindergarten in the Fall of 2009.  All programs are fully-staffed with Montessori Academy of Naples employees. Students seeking Service Learning Hours may assist. Toddler
Ages 18 Months to 3 Years - The Toddler Program will provide a safe and stimulating Montessori environment.
- Activities primarily focus on self-care, practical-life, movement and language.
- Specific activities for practical life include: food preparation, care of the environment activities such as setting and clearing the table, sweeping, caring for plants, dishwashing, and flower arranging.
Movement activities will give the children opportunities to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination with puzzles, bead stringing, and art activities such as gluing and pasting. - Grossmotor skills will be encouraged through activities within the classroom that develop control, strength and coordination. Outdoor playtime will also be a part of the toddler's active day.
- The toddlers will also enjoy expanding their vocabulary with spoken enrichment exercises, books and music activities.
Full Summer Price for 8 weeks:
| $1,600
| Partial Summer Price (2 week session):
| $400/session |
Primary
Ages 3 Years to 5 Years - The Primary Program will be a continuation of the Montessori Environment with enrichment opportunities in practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics, and cultural activities.
- Children choose their activity from materials displayed on open shelves. The children will enjoy fun enrichment activities in the area of geography, science, art, and history.
- This year the focus will be on our community including our neighborhood, our town, our state, our country, and our world.
- Outdoor playtime is an important part of the curriculum. It offers opportunities to develop confidence, coordination and strength, as well as social skills. Weather permitting, we go outside daily.
Full Summer Price for 8 weeks:
| $1,400
| | Partial Summer Price (2 week session): | $350/session |
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)
Children Entering Kindergarten in the Fall The State of Florida implemented the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program as mandated by its citizens in order to offer all four-year-olds access to early learning opportunities. The Early Learning Coalition (ELC), VPK’s curriculum-guiding agency, has identified several domains that represent the physical, social and academic development of the child. Montessori Academy of Naples addresses the ELC’s developmental goals within the primary environment and meets or exceeds the Early Learning Coalition’s standards for inclusion in the VPK program. It is important to remember that in a Montessori classroom, all children receive the same educational opportunities whether or not they are enrolled in the States’ VPK program. Montessori can do this because it has been addressing the needs of the young child for over 100 years. If you are interested in applying for the Montessori Academy of Naples VPK program, please contact the school for further information about VPK guidelines. VPK students are required to attend the full-day, 8-3 session, for the entire 8 weeks.
- VPK identified milestones are documented by staff.
- VPK curriculum is part of the primary curriculum with emphasis on skill building in all academic areas including language, mathematics, science, geopgraphy, art, and music. Personal and social growth is also fostered through activities that emphasize the care of self, others and the environment.
- As with the primary and elementary programs, this years focus will be on our community.
Elementary
Ages 6 Years to 12 Years The Elementary Summer Program will focus on our community including our neighborhood, our town, our state, our country and our world but it will do so with an eye to science, physics to be more precise. Each session, the students will have hands-on opportunities to explore just how our world works and find examples of physics in some surprising places. Theme-supporting outings into the community, an important aspect of the Montessori learning experience, will be scheduled during each session. Who knew physics could be so much fun? Opportunities for work within the core disciplines will be integrated into the program as well as enrichment activities in music, art, drama and games. An outdoor time is scheduled daily. Please note: The Elementary Program will have four 2-week sessions. Session Price: $350/session Session 1
June 8 - June 19
| "Where in the World is Montessori Academy of Naples?"
| Session 2
June 22 - July 3
| "Where in the World is Naples, Florida?"
| Session 3
July 6 - July 17
| "Where in the World is the USA?"
| Session 4
July 20 - July 31
| "Where in the Universe is the World?" |
Transportation for field trips will be arranged with advanced notice, parent permission, and proper insurance. Parent Volunteers will also be asked to participate to ensure everyone's safety with an appropriate adult-to-child ratio for going out. Reservations are being taken on a first-come, first served basis.
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Assistant in the Infant Environment |
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Montessori Academy of Naples is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant in the Infant Environment. Applicants must be willing to become knowledgeable about Montessori philosophy and train under the Infant Directress in order to become an effective part of the teaching team. Current Florida CDA or Educator Certificate preferred. Applicants willing to pursue certification will be considered. Applications may be obtained on our website under Employment. |
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Montessori Academy of Naples happily announces our new Infant Program for children 8 weeks to 18 months-old. This small, nurturing environment gently stimulates the senses, encourages movement, and builds a foundation of trust. The Infant Program is under the supervision of Corey (Raiser) Jarrell, an experienced Association Montessori International (AMI) certified Infant and Toddler teacher. |
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