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AMS Montessori School Management Guide

This week, each AMS member school will receive a complimentary copy in the mail. Filled with Practical Strategies for Leading with Vision and Purpose, we hope this new publication affirms your work, supports your leadership, and connects you to community.

D.C. Movie Premiere

Discover Maria Montessori (La Nouvelle Femme)—the acclaimed biopic capturing Montessori’s courage, vision, and lasting impact on education. The Montessori Event screening will feature a live conversation with director Léa Todorov following the film.

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Maria Montessori in India

Maria Montessori’s time in India profoundly impacted the Montessori philosophy. Through The Montessori Event’s immersive walkthrough, you’ll relive this decade of discovery and explore the roots of Montessori’s enduring insights in a whole new way.

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Welcome to the American Montessori Society

We strive to maintain the quality, authenticity, and integrity of Montessori education for all. Come to us at any stage of your journey to get helpful tools and resources, the latest news and research, and a welcoming community that values you.

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About Montessori

Montessori is a holistic, experiential, child-centered system of education, developed by revolutionary educator Dr. Maria Montessori over a century ago. This scientifically-validated approach is now practiced worldwide.

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What’s Happening at AMS

Join AMS in Washington, D.C. or virtually for The Montessori Event, March 19-22, 2026

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AMS Regional Symposium

Join your local Montessori community for an inspiring day of workshops and connection—coming to Princeton and Phoenix this spring.

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The Winter 2026 Edition of Montessori Life is Now Available

Members can access the digital archive.

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Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast

Journey into the future of learning with two pioneering educators as they unlock the secrets of human potential through captivating conversations on education’s biggest challenges.

What Children Are Really Telling Us: Psychology, Behavior, and Human Development

January 5, 2026

The Montessori Music Maestro: Stories from Frank Leto

December 15, 2025

You’re Not Alone: Supporting the Overwhelmed Parent

December 1, 2025

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“When a child is given a little leeway, he will at once shout, ‘I want to do it!’ But in our schools, which have an environment adapted to children’s needs, they say, ‘Help me to do it alone.’”

Dr. Maria Montessori, The Secret of Childhood

Making a Difference: A Day of Service at Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School
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Bringing it Together: Toward a Living Ecosystem of Light
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Montessori Life Blog is the go-to resource for anyone interested in staying up to date on the latest news and trending topics in the world of Montessori.

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