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The Montessori Event 2027 Call for Proposals

Help us shape The Montessori Event 2027! We invite students, educators, practitioners, and researchers to participate in preparing curated workshops to advance Montessori education. Proposals are due April 3, 2026.

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Join The Montessori Event from Anywhere

The Montessori Event virtual experience goes beyond streaming, with real-time reflection sessions, credential-level chat rooms, and live Q&A support so your voice is part of the conversation. Connect from wherever you are, and enjoy 30 days of post-event access to virtual content.

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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 – Princeton, NJ

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

Montessori Deep Dive: Educating Teachers Who Shape the Future Worldwide

March 9, 2026

The Volatile Gift: Rethinking ADHD with Dr. Ned Hallowell

February 23, 2026

The Conversations That Brought Us Here — and the Ones to Come

February 9, 2026

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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

The Smallest Sparks, Slow Becoming
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Holding the Whole Child: Supporting Children and Adolescents in Periods of Stress and Uncertainty
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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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