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Everyone should be active in education Special to the Beaver In the United States, the Education 2000 Program is funding new educational initiatives in the search for more effective educationâ€" al working models. In Ontario, many pilot schools are underway to develop educational solutions towards changing needs. Individual schools are beginning to focus on specific educational areas such as Science and Technology, the Arts, Literacy and Math accuracy, while others are placing less emphasis on traditional subject material and approaches. Again, parental support and involvement are vital if new strategies are to succeed. COMMON GOALS The schools adhere to the Montessori philosophy of educaâ€" tion developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. Dr. Maria Montessori developed her theory of education in 1907 and dedicated her life‘s work to working with and observâ€" ing children through their various stages of development. It was through her keen insight and observations that she discovered ducational issues have been E front page news over the last few years and are high on the public agenda. These issues extend from the quality and subâ€" stance of programming, to the delivâ€" ery system and its escalating costs. The concerns reflect broad social and economic changes that have been occurring over the last decade. The structure of the traditional famiâ€" ly and its needs have been changing. We have moved from an industrialâ€" ized to an informationâ€"based society. New educational approaches must evolve to meet family needs, accomâ€" modate economic realities and proâ€" vide knowledge and skills to enable students to function in the work place they will encounter in the coming decades. otherglen _ Montessori RSchool was founded in 1987 to answer a growing need within the Mississauga/Oakville communities for a quality preâ€"school and primaâ€" ry education. By LINDA SWEET Quality primary education goal of Montessori school An increasing percentage of parâ€" ents who are seeking alternative educational choices share many common goals. They expect to receive a higher structured environâ€" ment, consistent skill development in Reading, Language Studies, Mathematics and Sciences. They want to be able to monitor student progress and expect accountability from teachers and administrators. They expect to be welcomed and heard when concerns arise. They want their children to be happy, challenged and working to their best personal ability. They want their children to develop excellent work habits, a commitment and love of lifeâ€"long learning and to practice positive interactive skills. it is the parents‘ expectation to feel that a private enterprise will respond more effecâ€" tively to these criteria. E6 â€" Education â€" Wednesday, March 31, 1993 Being an educator in these chalâ€" lenging times is exciting. As educaâ€" tors we must consistently implement our knowledge about how children learn best. We must set standards for each child which are high enough to challenge yet not overwhelm. We must develop student thinking and reasoning skills. We must have administrative support to teachers in the classroom. The work force needs creative, innovative thinkers who have the skills and confidence to recombine knowledge and follow new paths through creative risk takâ€" ing. Today‘s work force needs selfâ€" starters, people who can take direcâ€" tion and who are not satisfied with the approach "it‘s good enough"! We can and should expect more from our students today: not in terms of more homework, but in developing their organizational skills, study skills and work habits. Personal responsibility for one‘s education must become a priority. Students must become aware of conâ€" sequences for decisions made the follow through must be monitored. Standards of performance must be clearly defined and record keeping must be accountable. As a society we must all become actively involved in education, from giving support, feedback and linking schools with ideas to sharing resources and expertise. Linda Sweet is the Director of Glenburnie School in OakÂ¥ille. Maria Montessori believed that within each child was a tremenâ€" dous individual potential. She also believed that each child had an essential role in his/her own growth. Today, the Montessori method is renowned worldâ€"wide and is a popular choice in educaâ€" tion. The theory may have been revolutionary in her time, but in light of modern psychology and a general greater understanding of children‘s tremendous abilities, it seems to be just common sense. The Montessori Method follows a logical approach to educating a child and allowing each child to become a wellâ€"rounded enthusiasâ€" tic learner. At the heart of her theâ€" ory is the understanding of comâ€" mon developmental landâ€"marks and the need of each individual to create oneself and adapt to the world around him/her. The Montessori Environment The Montessori environment is a prepared environment in which certain potentialities of childhood which, when provided for, proâ€" mote the development of a strong, balanced and happy personality. Child works independently at own pace Streetscape & curb appeal unparalleled by typical frontal garages, adequate parking for special get togethers without parkinf violations, up to 7 cars with 2 car garage: Proper centre hall layout without having garzge cut into va%uab?e & ex%ensive living space; Opportunity to have attached or detached garage achieving usable secondary entrance to suit your family day to day needs. 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Entrance age depends largely on when the child can be happy and comfortable in a classâ€" room situation. The environment is made up of specialized equipâ€" ment designed to develop and refine the skills of each child. The materials the child uses are chalâ€" lenging and allow the child to actively develop skills of concenâ€" tration, coâ€"ordination, and workâ€" ing habits necessary for the more advanced exercises they will perâ€" form at later stages. Montessori Advantage It is by tapping the individual resources of each child at a time when they are naturally so enthuâ€" siastic and receptive to underâ€" standing, and being part of the world around him/her that Montessori is able to celebrate the tremendous achievements of the individual child. In effect, Montessori, by providing an enviâ€" ronment that is stimulating to the child, allows the child to be an active participant in their unfoldâ€" ing development. It is truly to the (Directions only! No phone inquiries please) on a huge 50‘ lot 3 C child‘s credit that they thrive and do so well. It is the aim of the Montessori method that the child, above all, develops a positive selfâ€"image and the confidence necessary to conâ€" tinue looking at educational chalâ€" lenges with eager attitudes. Indirectly, the child has begun to focus and channel his/her energies into strengthening his/her concenâ€" tration skills. Together with the child‘s abilities to absorb the world around him/her and direct his/her energies in a logical manâ€" ner that a child becomes a wellâ€" balanced and motivated individuâ€" al. The method places the child at a tremendous advantage when they enter the elementary levels of eduâ€" cation and begin more challenging work and begin to tackle more abstract concepts. The Child and the Teacher The child in the Montessori class works independently, at his or her own speed, in an orderly atmosphere of freedom. The child is free to choose work and initiates and completes tasks. it is through Upper Middle Rd River Oaks Blvd. W Q.Ew G.S.T. included (if purchaser occupies home as principle residence) $1,000.00 GUARANTEED RATES O.A.C. ; f Lowest published rate by vendor‘s designated lendor from date of purchase till closing (no capping fee‘s, limited time offer) 5% DOWN River Oaks Homes is part of the River Oaks Group who established and developed the prestigious family community. River Oaks Homes has a new home, excellent service rating, and in our last detached offerin%é over 20% of our purchaser‘s came from our own community. We take special pride in having repeat customers. Dundas St. (Hwy. s1 | these accomplishments that the child develops habits of perseverâ€" ance, concentration and thoroughâ€" ness. In this way, play and work are combined for the child through activity in the Montessori environâ€" ment. The primary role of the Montessori teacher is to direct the child towards independence. This is accomplished by the prepared environment and the builtâ€"in conâ€" trol of error in the Montessori equipment. The aim of the child who persists in his or her chosen task through selfâ€"motivation. Therefore, the role of the direcâ€" tress is that of a ‘helper‘, who posâ€" sesses an understanding and knowledge of the child‘s physical, intellectual, moral and social needs, thus he or she is able to facilitate the child‘s growth and development. Expansion 1993 Rotherglen is pleased to announce our expansion for September of 1993. The new facilâ€" ity has been designed specifically with children and education in mind. The school will have large FROM WEST FROM EAST HOW TO GET TO OAKVILLE Initial deposit Hours: Mon.â€"Thurs. 1:00â€"8:00 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 11:00 a.m.â€"5:00 p.m CLOSED FRIDAYS available to first time Homebuyers 0.A.C. Hwy. 401 west to Hwy. 403. south on 403 to Hwy. 5 ‘_Dundas St.), west on Hwy. 5 to Sixth Line, south on Sixth Line into River Oaks Q.E.W. east to Trafa:iuar Road, North to Upper Middle Road, west to Sixth Line, north on Sixth Line into River Oaks spacious classrooms with a great deal of natural lighting through its many windows and skylights. The heating and air conditioning sysâ€" tems have been designed so th~ the floor level is the warmest ané the air is virtually as dust fre possible. There will be viewWing windows for interested parentB and a library and a physical activity area. There will also be outside facilities for children‘s play and gardening in the finer months. We are located in the heart of the River Oaks community on the Sixth Line near the Upper Middle intersection and with the opening of the bridge in August, we will become very accessible to the Glen Abbey community. The beautiful new addition to our facilâ€" ity has been designed to further accommodate our growing demand for our elementary proâ€" gram. We have enjoyed tremenâ€" dous success in our five years of operation and we welcome any curious parents to come and see us and learn about all we have to offer. Please direct any inquiries to Lyn Botham, Administrator at 338â€"3528. This article was submitted by Rothergien Schoolâ€"River Oaks Montessori Campus.