Classroom Observations
Parents have the unique opportunity to see what goes on in the classroom during a weekday morning. After observing your child’s classroom experience, a short meeting with the teacher follows. Being present to see a morning unfold is a wonderful way to gain a better understanding of Montessori philosophy and your child’s experience. Parents can schedule a classroom observation online. Observations usually take place between the months of October – April.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Scheduled parent-teacher conferences are held mid-year for all levels. School is not in session during conferences, but children are free to visit the library while parents meet with the teacher. Parents may request a conference at any other time by contacting the teacher. Making the Best of Parent-Teacher Conferences provides helpful tips in preparing for your parent-teacher conference. Not all aspects may apply (i.e. grades), but there are still some great points you may find helpful.
At the junior high level, students participate in the conference by presenting a self-evaluation to their parents and teachers. Seventh graders have conferences in October and March; eighth graders in the winter.
How To Contact Teacher
Parents may contact a teacher by calling the school phone number and leaving a message in a teacher’s mailbox. Each teacher has an email address (generally first initial and last name at nnms.org, e.g. Maria Montessori would be MMontessori@nnms.org).