(219)932-5666
www.mcshammond.com
info@mcshammond.com
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Hohman Avenue, Hammond, Indiana 46320 (219)932-5666 www.mcshammond.com info@mcshammond.com |
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HISTORYMontessori Children's Schoolhouse was established in 1968 as a not-for-profit organization by a group of interested parents. These parents were dedicated to the ideals of the Montessori philosophy and recognized the need for an early learning experience for their own children. They believed that direct parental control of the school, with voluntary support and with a highly competent staff, was the best means of assuring a quality program. In its first academic year (1968-1969), Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse had an enrollment of 28 students in its preschool. Since that time, a toddler program, extended day/kindergarten program, extended hours program, and an elementary program have been added. The school’s enrollment now exceeds 150 students. Our present location was purchased in 1984. The building, originally built in 1926 for Northern States Life Insurance Company, was declared a local historical landmark by the Common Council of the City of Hammond in 1985. |
Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse is a parent-owned school implementing Montessori principles to develop independent, competent and socially responsible individuals. Our mission is to use qualified staff, enriched Montessori environments, and parental involvement to develop the social, emotional and cognitive needs of our culturally diverse student enrollment.
Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse was founded for the purpose of providing educational curriculum and facilities based upon the methods and educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. The Montessori philosophy recognizes that a child’s early years are the most formative and that a child’s ability to acquire knowledge is enhanced through the manipulation of concrete material. The carefully prepared environment is structured to meet the individual needs of each child, thus allowing children to progress at their own pace. The environment is prepared to address all aspects of the child’s development. The Montessori curriculum, which interrelates basic, scientific and cultural areas, is designed to provide materials and activities to furnish unlimited sources of discoveries and to offer constant challenges to be mastered. Our goal is to enable children not only to develop an appreciation of learning, but also to develop to their potential.
American Montessori Society Credential
A degree from an accredited four year college or equivalent foreign credential is required. No specific field of study is designated. American Montessori Society certification consists of a year of study and a year of internship beyond the four year degree.
American Montessori Society Provisional Credential
Some American Montessori Society approved courses accept a few non-degree candidates with exceptional qualifications. Upon successful completion of the course and internship, such candidates are eligible for AMS Provisional Credential.
Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse, Inc. admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. MCS does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse is a parent governed organization accredited by the American Montessori Society.
The Board of Directors governs the School and determines all policies, except those which are clearly academic. The principal/administrator and faculty are responsible to the Board for academic policies.
The board is composed of nine directors. The parents and Board members nominate and elect new directors each year. Each director is elected for a two year term of office beginning July 1. The principal/administrator and directresses are ex-officio members of the Board of Directors.
Board meetings provide all parents with the opportunity to participate in the operation of the school All parents are encouraged and invited to attend Board meetings. (Check the school calendar for bulletins for meeting dates.)
The functions of the Board are achieved through committees headed by Board members and composed of parents. The Board asks all parents to donate time during the school year to help carry out policies, programs, and events. The involvement of all parents is crucial to the continuing smooth operation of the school. Please feel free to contact any Board member at any time.
Copies of the School’s by-laws are available in the office.
