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South Loop Montessori School Re-Opens Campus Amid Coronavirus Pandemic with Emergency Response Childcare Program for Essential Workers
School In Session with New Licensing, Open Enrollment for Ongoing Montessori Curriculum CHICAGO — April 15, 2020 — South Loop Montessori School has announced the re-opening of its campus, resuming school session as a licensed Emergency Child Care Center (“ECCC”) for...
THE MONTESSORI JOURNEY – Key Takeaways from our First Parent Event of the School Year
In early October, South Loop Montessori School welcomed more than 60 parents to its Montessori Journey Night. The event provided an opportunity to watch lead teachers give Montessori presentations on lessons that connect and evolve through student experiences as they...
GET AHEAD BEFORE YOU FALL BACK — Preparing Children for the End of Daylight Savings
On Sunday, November 5th at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time ends. That means it's time to set your clock back an hour, a concept that is hardly problematic and even means gaining a little extra shut-eye for some people. For moms and dads, however, it’s a completely...
Back-to-School Fears? KEEP CALM AND MONTESSORI ON
It's back-to-school season and recent news has brought to light some important challenges facing families today — and many parents wonder where Montessori fits in. For example, Education Week recently published two articles on the Starting Age for...
A Toddler’s First Steps into School Starts at Home: Montessori Principles & Transition Strategies for Parents
The end of summer marks a very exciting, but often anxious time known as back-to-school season. For families with toddlers, however, an entirely different set of challenges are presented with the transition into school for the first time. At this age, children are...
South Loop Montessori School Expands Campus, Opens Newly Constructed Classrooms in Renovated Facility
CHICAGO — August 23, 2017— South Loop Montessori School has announced the opening of newly constructed Montessori classrooms and the completion of its ‘campus transformation,’ a project that began in late 2016 to renovate and expand its facility located in the...
Summer Safety Tips to Combat Hot Weather Dangers and Annoyances
We are half way through the summer, but some of the hottest Chicago months are still ahead. Warmer months usually mean all types of outdoor activities. Whether you’re at the beach on vacation or simply running errands with the stroller, summer weather can put children...
Summer Break Basics: Vacation & Travel Tips for Parents
Summer is the most popular time to escape the daily grind and enjoy vacation. For families traveling with little ones, however, a vacation may seem like more energy and work than the regular 9-to-5. Even the most well-planned trip can become stressful — for example,...
South Loop Montessori School Strengthens Leadership, Appoints New School Coordinator
CHICAGO— March 22, 2017 — South Loop Montessori School has announced the appointment of a veteran Montessori educator, Althea L. Ward-Curtis, to serve as School Coordinator and Parent-Child Facilitator. The new position will assist the head of the school with all...
Relocation Relief – Selecting the Right School During a Move
We all know, moving can be difficult — and while there are many criteria to consider before relocating, one of the most important is selecting your child’s new school. An increasing number of parents today, especially those living in the Chicagoland area, are turning...
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