THREE-YEAR MONTESSORI LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
AT CMS
At Central Montessori School (CMS), our educational philosophy is deeply rooted in the Bible. Each month's curriculum is built upon a foundational Bible Stone, with two core pillars: the Biblical Word of God and Monthly Themes. These elements guide every lesson, delivered through the Montessori Method to nurture holistic development.
The CMS Montessori Leadership Program follows a three-year recurring curriculum, ensuring progressive learning and continuity through:
1. From-Whole-to-part Montessori Learning Approach
Montessori’s concept of progression from broad to detailed learning.
For example: Astronomy (March)
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Year 1: Solar System and Planets (Universe Level)
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Year 2: Sun-Earth-Moon Rotation (Earth Level)
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Year 3: Weather Patterns - Storms, Rain, Snow, etc. (Daily Life Impact on Earth)
2. From Rudimentary Knowledge to Environmental Stewardship
Each subject fosters leadership and responsibility.
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Year 1: Foundation & Observation
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Year 2: Exploration and Hands-on Learning
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Year 3: Application and Environmental Responsibility
EXAMPLE: APRIL’S BOTANY THEME
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Year 1: Foundation & Observation
Students learn the basic parts of a plant through interactive songs and naming activities. They plant seeds in the school garden beds and observe their growth, developing an early appreciation for nature. Many children find joy in watching their plants sprout and flourish, fostering curiosity and responsibility.
Life cycle of plant Part of a Tree
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Year 2: Exploration and Hands-on Learning
Students deepen their understanding by studying leaf shapes using the Montessori Botany Cabinet. They engage in an outdoor scavenger hunt, matching leaf shapes to their corresponding insets from the cabinet. This hands-on experience sharpens observational skills and enhances their ability to categorize and analyze nature
Botany Cabinet Leaf Shape Scavenger Hunt
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Year 3: Application and Environmental Responsibility
At this stage, students explore the oxygen-carbon dioxide cycle through hands-on experiments, understanding how trees provide oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide.
They recognize the interconnectedness of humans and plants, realizing that all living beings on Earth are not here by chance but were purposefully designed by God to live harmoniously. Additionally, they watch videos illustrating how paper is made from trees and discuss sustainable practices like reducing, reusing, and recycling. After these lessons, parents might find their child eagerly reminding them to turn off the water while brushing their teeth. “We don’t want to waste water!” they might say, proudly taking on their new role as a young Environmental Steward. These small but thoughtful moments show how children begin to understand the importance of caring for the world around them.
Plant Creating Earth day Environmental stewardship
Oxygen Celebration
At CMS, we believe education is more than just academics - it is about shaping leaders of faith, responsibility, and purpose who understand God’s Divine design and their role in it.
WHAT SETS CMS APART?
This exclusive three-year Montessori curriculum is one of the key factors that sets CMS apart from all other Montessori schools. In addition to this distinctive program, CMS offers several outstanding features that enrich the learning experience:
1. Engaging Hands-on Experiments - Activities are tailored to each child’s developmental level and adjusted monthly to align with their learning needs.
2. A Thoughtfully "Prepared Environment" - Our classrooms are fully equipped with 100% Montessori Didactic Materials, designed to support all Sensitive Periods in a child’s developmental journey.
3. Nature Exploration Tables- These serve as a bridge between the outdoor world and the Montessori classroom, providing children with a hands-on way to explore botany and zoology. This interactive space features natural specimens, a magnifying glass, a microscope, books with vivid real-life photographs, and more. Engaging with these materials stimulates curiosity and could even inspire a budding interest in plant biology, ecology, or environmental science.
4. A Thriving School Garden - Children actively grow their own lettuce, tomatoes, and other vegetables, experiencing the joy of harvesting their crops. The best part? They get to enjoy their freshly picked produce right at their Snack Table, making the connection between gardening and healthy eating even more meaningful.
5. Exciting Extracurricular Activities - Students participate in enriching events such as Bike Day, Fire Truck Visitation, Fall Festival, Costume Parade, Pajama & Movie Day, Rodeo Day, and more.
All of these elements - and much more - come together to make CMS a place where children joyfully explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love for learning. We invite you to become a part of this vibrant and dynamic educational community.
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