Author Archives for Morgan Childers
May 2020
Thank you to parents, guardians and ADM supporters for your continued support during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Your commitment has enabled us to continue our mission through e-distance learning. You have… Continue Reading »20 years and counting
For those of you who have not had the pleasure of meeting Paula and Richard Bukacek, you are surely missing out. Not only are they one of the most loving couples… Continue Reading »Why observation is key
Two months ago I was lucky enough to go to the American Montessori Conference which was held in Chicago. I went in with a very open mind, but to be… Continue Reading »Why praise doesn’t pay off
As a Montessorian I always am amazed to see how my students are always seeking my approval. Whether it is a drawing or work in the classroom, I will be… Continue Reading »Why Stay?
As I am sure all of you know it is that time of year for open houses and big choices. One of the biggest ones being where you will be… Continue Reading »Lending a hand
There are always moments in my day that I am beyond amazed at the things my students do. Just the other day a student of mine sat next to me… Continue Reading »Staying warm in the cold weather
I know that I personally love being outside in the winter. I love playing in the snow, building snow forts, and most of all going sledding. But as the weather gets… Continue Reading »Time well spent
In all honesty I don’t watch a lot of television, mainly because I don’t have cable but also because Netflix is enough for me. However, the other day I was… Continue Reading »How to overcome the “I can’t” feeling
We have all been there, the moments when we just want to give up because we feel like we just can’t “do it”. I know that I feel it when I… Continue Reading »