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Welcome!

How It'll all Work

Summit
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Presentation + PowerPoint

Recording Your
Presentation

Resources

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Welcome!

Get ready to be a part of something incredible! 

Welcome to the 2nd annual AIM School Wide Montessori Summit – a four-day extravaganza designed to equip Montessori teachers and administrators with practical, invaluable resources. Our aim? To empower everyone, from infant-toddler educators to school leaders, with the knowledge and tools to implement successful strategies within their classrooms and school communities.

Right here on this page, we've curated a treasure trove of resources to make your journey as a speaker as smooth as can be. We've covered the bases to address any questions you might have. But if, by some chance, something remains unanswered, don't hesitate to drop me an email at carolyn@aimmontessori.org. 
As a speaker, you'll not only share your expertise but also gain an all-access pass to the Summit for yourself! More details on this later...

Let's make this Montessori Summit an unforgettable experience together. 


 How It'll All Work

Let’s do a quick run through of how the whole thing will work.  

The When
The event will run from Tuesday, January 21 – Friday, January 24th.

The How
  • 6-9 pre-recorded presentations will be released each day at 8:00 am EST. 
  • These presentations will each be 30 minutes to 1 hour in length. 
  • The presentations will be available free of charge for 24 hours. 
  • Individuals and schools will have the option to purchase an All-Access Pass to the Summit to gain access to presentations for 3 months, along with additional resources and discounts on AIM products and courses.


The Buzz
  • Leading up to the Summit, we will provide you with two weeks’ worth of promotional marketing. 
  • You’ll be provided with email copy, social media copy and graphics to share with your followers and promote your presentation and the Summit as a whole. 
  • Additionally, we will tag you on social media and request that you be a collaborator on Instagram posts and reels to help spread the word.
  • As an active participant we hope that you will share the Summit and encourage folks to attend!
  • We will also have affiliate links available so you can earn a kickback on each Summit All Access Pass Purchase!


Summit Schedule

January 21, 2025

Day One
The Montessori Experience

Embracing Diversity, Spiritual Growth, and Global Journeys in Montessori

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  • Centering the Black Montessori Experience
    Dr. Erika McDowell
  • Reimagining the Role of the Teacher
    Kara Renick
  • Montessori Without Borders 
    Camilla Nichols
  • 7 Types of Rest: The Key to Becoming the Prepared Adult
    Heather White
  • Teach and Practice Peace Daily!
    Paul Bareis-Golumb
  • The Montessori Homeschool Journey: What Every Parent Needs to Know
    Lynda Apostol
  • Montessori: More Than a Method, A Lifestyle
    Rocio Rademacher
  • Montessori: más que un método, un estilo de vida
    Rocio Rademacher
January 22, 2025

Day Two
 The Montessori Community

Building Strong Foundations and Partnerships in the Montessori Community

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  • Navigating Multilingualism: Practical Insights for Montessori Educators & Parents
    Margarita Diaz
  • Montessori From the Beginning: For Parents and Teachers
    Pamela Green
  • The Montessori Approach to Guiding Behavior
    Nancy McNabb
  • Cultivating an Authentic Partnership with Parents and Caregivers
    Liz Goodman
  • Montessori: from Abstract theories to Concrete Experiences
    Maria Cecilia Alvarez Riera
  • The Basics of Montessori-Based Microschools
    Tasha Ring

  • The Four Planes of Development: The Bulb
    Alison Zeglen

January 23, 2025

Day Three
 The Montessori Environment

Holistic Approaches to Montessori Education: Fostering Growth and Harmony in the Classroom
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  • Reclaiming Self-Regulation in the Montessori Classroom
    Chip DeLorenzo
  • Executive Function: Primary through Elementary
    Karen Walton
  • Effectively Handling Toddler Tantrums and Meltdowns
    Madhuri Prasad
  • Cultivating Mindfulness and Inclusion in the Montessori Elementary Classroom
    Fana Takahashi
  • The Art of Perfecting Observation: The TODAE Way
    Erica Santana
  • Positively Simple Ways of Going from Chaos to Calm - Inviting More Cooperation From Your Child Without Losing Your Cool
    Lucy Gibson + Amanda Engelbach
  • Montessori Infant + Toddler Environmental Design: Indoor and Outdoor Spaces 
    Courtney Reed
January 24, 2025

Day Four
The Montessori Method

Interactive Tools and Innovative Approaches in Montessori Education


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  • How to Teach Writing in a Montessori Classroom
    Sara Cotner
  • A Phonics Scope & Sequence: The Why & How
    Sara Cotner
  • Montessori Math: Maintaining the Magic While Addressing What’s Missing
    Sara Cotner

  • Supplemental Games & Activities for Decoding Practice
    Randall Klein

  • The Benefits and Importance of Experiments in the Montessori Classroom
    Suzanne Tipton
  • The Imaginary Island: Beyond Geography
    Holly Dykes + Catherine Swanson

  • Tips and Tricks for Montessori Moveable Alphabet Work
    Randall Klein

  • Nature Journaling: Awakening a Child's Ecological Consciousness 
    Heidi Tussing

  • Discarding the Five Paragraph Essay: Rethinking How We Teach Language to Adolescents
    Andrew Faulstich
  • Math & Morality: Changing the way we teach math to support students in today's world
    Kelly Jonelis

This is a tentative schedule and is subject to change.  We are still awaiting titles from several presenters who are not listed.  If you have a preference of which day would fit your topic best please feel free to reach out to Carolyn to let her know.


Presentation + PowerPoint

Now, let's turn our attention to your forthcoming presentation – a pivotal component of our Summit!

We kindly request your preparation of a 30 minute - one-hour presentation that will bring significant and practical value to the Montessori community. Our overarching aim is to ensure that attendees depart with actionable steps they can readily apply within their classrooms and school communities.

It's important to note that our attendees come to us already well-versed in the Montessori philosophy. Consequently, our objective is to provide them with a fresh perspective on materials, lessons, or approaches that will invigorate their practices.

You have the creative liberty to choose from the following presentation formats:

  • Slides (with a provided template)
  • A slide-free, personable presentation
  • A blend of both approaches


Your presentation should encompass the following key elements:

  • Introduction: Begin by offering a brief introduction of yourself, sharing your Montessori background, and your journey within the field. This establishes a connection between you and our audience.

  • Topic Overview: Provide a concise yet comprehensive overview of your chosen topic, setting the stage for what attendees can anticipate in terms of learning and exploration.

  • Valuable Insights: Importantly, furnish your presentation with substantive, valuable information that adds depth and value to your chosen topic.

  • Actionable Steps: Equally essential is the provision of specific, actionable steps that attendees can readily implement in their classrooms or school communities based on the knowledge you've imparted.


We eagerly anticipate your presentation and the positive impact it will undoubtedly have on our attendees!

PowerPoint Presentations are Due August 1, 2024


 Recording Your Presentation

You have two options for recording your presentation. 

You can record on your own and send the video to us for editing.

OR

You can schedule a time to record with the help of our team on Streamyard using the button below.

Regardless of how you choose to record, we will work diligently to ensure that every aspect of your presentation looks and sounds its best, making your content shine on the Summit stage.

Recordings are Due November 1, 2024


Resources

Lastly, as part of our all access pass your presentation will need to be accompanied by one or more downloadable resources. These resources should be created by you and related to the content of your presentation. They can be printable materials, workbooks, additional recordings, courses, or another creative resource.

Resources are Due December 1, 2024

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Have Questions?

If you have questions about the process, or want to discuss anything in more detail, you can schedule a meeting with Carolyn by clicking on the button below.

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4

days

28

presenters

33

sessions