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Life After Montessori: High School Seniors Reflect on the Impact of Their Early Education

Season 1 | Episode 7

with Nicole Coman and William “Biff” Maier

What happens when Montessori students leave their multi-age classrooms and step into the world of traditional high schools? In this episode, two seniors—Symona and Josie—reflect on how their Montessori foundations shaped their confidence, relationships, and academic resilience through the challenges of public and independent school settings.

Hosts Biff Maier and Nicole Coman explore with Symona and Jose:

  • The academic and social transitions after graduating from a Montessori middle school
  • How Montessori shaped their confidence, academic habits, and emotional intelligence
  • What Montessori did—and didn’t—prepare them for
  • Navigating larger schools, peer groups, and grading systems
  • Why they credit Montessori for giving them a voice and a deep love of learning

Honest, insightful, and real, this episode reveals Montessori’s lasting impact—well beyond the classroom.

Symona and Josie

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Meet Our Hosts

Nicole Coman
Nicole Coman (she/her) is one of the co-hosts of the Educating the Human Potential podcast, produced by AMS. As a licensed educational psychologist, Nicole brings a wealth of expertise in school psychology and child development. Her experience with educational practices, Montessori education, and child development allows for an ever-captivating and insightful dialogue.
William “Biff” Maier
Biff Maier (he/him) is one of the co-hosts of the Educating the Human Potential podcast, produced by AMS. Biff is an AMS Living Legacy, a former Montessori head of school, and a former teacher education program director. These deep-rooted connections with Montessori education, his passion for Montessori principles, and his legacy within AMS make him the perfect addition to our podcast team.