Challenge: How to share the valuable life lessons and experiences of a great ecology curriculum at an urban school lacking the open space of a private yard with arable soil? Our Solution: Take to the sky! What we lack in …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
