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A Week of Passionate Pursuits and Hamilton Park Love

Kindergarten and Lower Elementary Exploration Fair Wowing us with their hard work, Kindergarten and Lower Elementary students presented their fact-filled Exploration Fair projects. With an expansive array of topics — everything from the beloved axolotl to 60s rock band The Kinks — our friends shared so much information, creativity, and curiosity.  A true showcase of being Passionate in our Pursuits! […]
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Nurturing Practical Life Skills with Household Tasks

Including children in the day-to-day routines that adults are accustomed to helps them understand and develop their practical life skills. Daily life activities around the home are a wonderful way to deepen their appreciation for contribution and community. We’ve put together some developmentally appropriate activities for each age group. Have you tried any of these with your Montessorian?   * […]
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A Wish List for MMUN’s York Street Donation Drive

For the next two weeks, HPMS’ Montessori Model United Nations will be collecting items for their York Street Donation Drive. See below for York Street’s Wish List and thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity! Items can be delivered to both campuses at pick up and drop off.    Baby Supplies Huggies (3,4, and 5) (Huggies for 3 y/o) (Huggies […]
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Reflecting on Women’s History Month

Last month, many of our classrooms celebrated Women’s History Month by sharing some highlights of our very own Dr. Maria Montessori’s life and work. Maria grew up in Italy at a time when girls didn’t receive an equal education to boys. She faced prejudice from her male colleagues but she was determined. She not only became Italy’s first female pediatrician, […]
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HPMS Art Show 2024

We are so proud of all our artists. It was wonderful to see HPMS families appreciate and admire the work of our Lower and Upper School friends. From collaborative sculptures, to pumpkin patch landscapes, pin poking, and woodblock printing, our HPMS artists showcased so much creativity and imagination. We loved learning from them about their inspiration and processes. A special […]
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#wonderwednesday with the HPMS Chess Team

Last month our very own HPMS Chess Team competed in the 2024 NJ State Elementary & Jr. High Chess Tournament. It was an exciting weekend filled with camaraderie, insightful play, and the opportunity to meet friends from other schools. Here are a few highlights from the weekend: Colin Stewart received 6th place out of 174 players in the 3rd-5th grade age […]
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A Week of Community and Collaboration

Last week, in honor of Montessori Education Week we reflected on the characteristics of an HPMS graduate. So this week, we thought we’d highlight a few of those that we’ve seen on our campuses recently. Particularly: Collaboration, Compassion, and Curiosity & Creativity. Collaboration: Odyssey of the Mind Last weekend UE friends participated in the Odyssey of the Mind competition — […]
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Celebrating Montessori Education Week 2024

This week we celebrate the 117th anniversary of Montessori Education during Montessori Education Week. Maria Montessori (1870–1952) was by any measure an extraordinary individual.   Dr. Montessori believed that each child is unique, learning at their own pace. This innovative thinking shaped a new type of learning environment designed to kindle the curiosity of each learner.    Fast forward to […]
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Bringing Montessori Home

                         A Montessori Family’s Living Space Setting up the family living area to support your young child’s growth and development can make all of the difference in fostering their budding independence. Whether you live in a single-family home or rent a small apartment, there are certain spaces you can set […]
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From our home to yours

“The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” ― Dr. Maria Montessori Welcome to HPMS at Home Thanks for stopping by! The teachers at Hamilton Park Montessori School have opened their doors to show you how they bring Montessori out of the classroom and into their homes, […]
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