Kennebec Montessori School! by Crystal Macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e Made with an open mind en-us 2018-04-06 15:17:38 UTC 2025-12-06 21:15:03 UTC hello@padlet.com Mission​ Statment: crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249263298 Consistent with Montessori principles, children at the Kennebec Montessori School: Develop concentration and coordination through purposeful activities such as pouring and spooning, buttoning and zipping, polishing and washing. Learn to read at their own pace using a phonetic system. Use concrete math materials that help them grasp advanced concepts earlier than other educational approaches Practice “grace and courtesy” skills Develop a global perspective on the world through continent studies explore the wonders of nature in our outdoor classroom. All of our activities encourage a spirit of independence and accomplishment that helps develop a child’s natural curiosity and nurtures a love of learning that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.]]> 2018-04-06 15:18:21 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249263298 Tuition erika_whitman https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249267674 Primary Mornings (ages 3 and 4):

  • 3 – day (Mon-Wed 8:30 to 11:30) $ 3,797
  • 5 – day (Mon-Fri 8:30 to 11:30)    $ 4,650
Full-Day Primary (ages 3 and 4):

  • 3 – day (Mon-Wed 8:30 to 2:30) $ 5,296
  • 5 – day (Mon-Fri 8:30 to 2:30 ) $ 6,685
Extended Day (age 5 as of Oct.15):

  • 5 – day (8:30 to 2:30) $ 6,685
Elementary (ages 6 to 9)

  • 5 – day (8:30 to 3:00) $ 7,067
Upper Elementary (ages 9 to 12)

  • 5 – day (8:30 to 3:00) $7,067
Registered Before and After Care

  • 3 and 5 day options $3.85/hour
Monthly payment plans also available

]]> 2018-04-06 15:27:46 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249267674 Enrollment: crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249267855 We enroll students who meet the requirements on a first-come first-served basis, with priority to returning students and siblings. KMS reserves the right to make occasional exceptions with the goal of achieving an optimal educational environment. The curriculum in an authentic Montessori classroom spans three years, so children who enroll around the age of 3 get the maximum benefit from our program (we accept children as young as 2.9 for September enrollment). We do expect to have a waiting list, so please register early!

To enroll for our Primary Programs (ages 3-5):

  1. Complete our online application here!
  2. Once the application has been approved, you will be invited to complete registration forms online.
  3. To secure a place for your child, please print out the Enrollment form, sign, and return to us with a non-refundable security deposit of $250.
  4. Registration for new students will being on March 17 at our Open House and Registration Day. 
  5. If you cannot attend the Open House, feel free to mail us your Enrollment form and security deposit. 

]]> 2018-04-06 15:28:07 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249267855 Age Groups alyssa_morin https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249268267 Primary Mornings (ages 3-4)
8:30-11:30 am
3 or 5 day option 
Full-Day (ages 3-4)
8:30-2:30 pm
3 or 5 day option
Extended Day (ages 5-6)
8:30-2:30 pm
M-F
Lower Elementary (ages 6-9)
8:30-3:00 pm
M-F
Upper Elementary (ages 9-12)
8:30-3:00 pm
M-F
Before and Aftercare
Before and After Care is available from 7:30-8:30 am and from 2:30-5:30 pm
Summer Program -Open to all children ages 3-8





]]> 2018-04-06 15:29:00 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249268267 Parent Participation: crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249268461 Our school is for parents too! We encourage families to be actively involved in the school, which is an important part of the school’s success. The services and expertise that parents provide allow teachers and staff to focus on children, while also controlling the rising cost of education. What parents get in return is invaluable—a way to be directly involved in their child’s school, as well as a chance to meet other KMS parents.

KMS parent, Sanae Honda, is volunteering some of her time to teach Japanese to our Elementary students.
Each family is asked to contribute 20 hours of volunteer
time as part of their enrollment commitment. Opportunities for volunteer activity include listening to emerging readers, driving on field trips, helping with publicity, assisting with our annual auction, cleaning up the grounds each spring and fall, and many other essential tasks.

Many of our parents enrich the classrooms with special presentations on their own cultural and religious traditions, occupations and/or special interest.

-Open house 

]]> 2018-04-06 15:29:22 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249268461 Activities: crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249281377 For Primary children (ages 3-6), the day usually begins with circle time, for sharing songs, classroom news, and often a group lesson. From about 9:00 to 10:45, the children have an independent work cycle in which they are free to choose a work that interests them. The head teacher gives individual lessons, while the assistant teacher is there to guide anyone who needs assistance. After a brief second circle, it is time for recess! Children who stay for the afternoon have lunch and rest time followed by a second work cycle. The schedule is similar for Elementary students, but they have more responsibility for completing their work plan and also have other opportunities, such as writers’ circle, class meeting, book groups, outdoor classroom, ans special instruction in music, art, fitness, and Spanish.]]> 2018-04-06 16:03:15 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249281377 History crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249829803 Has been in operation since 1907]]> 2018-04-09 14:36:47 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249829803 Daily Activities: crystal_macomber https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249830161 Are posted daily updating parents what their child is doing that day]]> 2018-04-09 14:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/crystal_macomber/tzjfgomjcp1e/wish/249830161