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In order to be successful adults tomorrow children today need to develop: High self-esteem A positive attitude towards others Confidence in themselves A sense of responsibility for self and others To take the initiative to problem solve To stay motivated, to focus and persevere To think critically To analyze and synthesize information To communicate effectively To co-operate/collaborate with others, To appreciate diversity, To have an environmental awareness, And to see oneself as a global citizen. Our teachers work together to build an environment which is nurturing, with developmentally appropriate expectations, and empowers children to grow and challenge themselves in different ways. Our Teachers Uzma Butte - Director, Certified Montessori teacher and works with chilldren in the classroom to improve small motor skills, social/emotional awareness, cognitive development, phonic and number awareness. Along with being a mother to 2 gifted children, she is also a life-long learner. Ms. Butte is also a psychotherapist. Susan Fleming - Certified teacher for 4 and 5 year olds; uses the Multiple Intelligences approach to teaching phonics, reading, math, critical thinking, art, nature studies, etc. Iram Nawaz - M.Ed., works with 4 and 5 year olds; helps with phonics, reading, math, cultural studies etc. Jennifer Wilson - MA teaches with Miss Iram Jackie Nelson - co-teacher in 3's/4's classroom and also lead teacher for after-school care. She is also our Art Director and has worked with children in all capacities for over 10 years in 2 different school districts. Heidi Gardner - Certified Early Childhood Educator in classroom for 2.5 and 3 year-olds Usha Mohta - Certified Montessori teacher Katy Karnik - M.S. Co-teacher with Ms. Usha in 3's/4's classroom. Ships no matter how big or small are built in safe harbors -- Anonymous |
| 'The true aim of education is to awaken real powers of perception and judgement in relation to life and living. For only such awareness can lead to true freedom' - Rudolf Steiner. |