January 26, 2023—The American Montessori Society is now accepting workshop proposals for The Montessori Event, taking place March 7 – March 10, 2024 at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 2024 Call for Proposals submission window has now closed. Notifications for accepted submissions will be delivered by late summer.
Review Process
The Montessori Event is an international event that serves thousands of live and virtual participants. Presenting at a conference such as this requires experience. We encourage those with experience to co-present with a new voice to encourage varying perspectives and help elevate the experience of conference attendees.
AMS values diversity and inclusivity and engages the following process for review:
Each proposal is double blind reviewed using a vetted rubric. The first review is completed by members and others with content expertise and the second review is completed by Montessori credentialed AMS staff.
Qualifications for Workshop Presenters
- Lead Presenter must have experience as a presenter at a larger event such as a regional conference or symposium, sponsored by AMS or another organization
- For topics related to Montessori curriculum: Credential at the level of target audience (Infant & Toddler, Early Childhood, etc.) and minimum of 5 years of experience in a Montessori classroom at this level.
- For topics related to administration: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an administrator in a Montessori school, an administrator/instructor in a teacher education program, or a professional on the topic.
- For workshops on theory and/or information related to specialized fields: Appropriate degree or advanced studies and minimum of 5 years of experience in the topic field.
- For research workshops: A postgraduate degree and/or supervision by a faculty advisor in a university setting and experience conducting and presenting research in a professional environment. Action research is also welcome.
Rules of Participation
- All presenters must be included on this form. Presenters may not be added after the proposal has been submitted.
- A maximum of 2 proposals may be submitted by any individual, regardless of whether as Lead Presenter or Co-Presenter.
- Proposals for commercial purposes will not be accepted.
- Presenters are not permitted to advertise, promote, or sell products or services during their presentations.
- Individuals who receive an acceptance email from AMS must respond by the date specified or their opportunity to present will be forfeited.
- Accepted workshops receive up to 2 complimentary conference registrations. These may be used by presenters or panelists participating in that workshop and included in this proposal. Complimentary registrations are not transferable.
- In addition to presenting in person, all presenters must agree to pre-record their workshop for the virtual portion of The Montessori Event and for possible inclusion in AMS Learning. You must agree to these terms to have your workshop accepted.
Proposal Writing Workshop
Before you submit your proposal, watch AMS staff members explore the process of writing proposals for The Montessori Event.