Our Upper Elementary students are on their way to New York City! They will be spending the next few days caucusing with fellow Montessori students on important world topics, while representing their countries (Malawi & Liberia). On Saturday they will present their position on their topic to the UN. We are so proud of the hard work they have put into the MMUN this year and know they will have a great time, and do a wonderful job! Read More

What a blast! This past weekend our students performed in our annual Spring Play & Songfest. Each one of our young thespians did a marvelous job. All of our classes worked very hard to learn all their songs or lines in the play, and it showed! The youngest primary students sang songs, the afternoon primary students put on plays, and our elementary group put on a whole Vaudeville show (complete with musical performances, gymnastics, karate, and skits). We can't wait to see what they will all do next year!

 

 

 

 

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The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, there is no snow is sight, it can only mean one thing...it's time to think about Summer Camp! VFKH's Montessori Camp is based at our beautiful, serene campus in Limerick. Campers will enjoy water-play, gardening, and crafts, while also continuing to grow and learn within a Montessori classroom. While camp is for children 2.5 through 7 we also have select Enrichment Programs for Elementary students. We are very excited for the variety of interesting subjects children can explore this summer. Check it all out here!! (you can find the brochure and application at the bottom of the page) Read More

Have you wanted to schedule a visit, but haven't been able to make it work in your schedule? This Friday, March 2, we are having an Open House from 3pm until 6pm. Feel free to stop by and see the classrooms, meet the teachers, and get a feel for VFKH. Our Limerick campus host two Primary (2.5-6 yr old) classrooms, while our Phoenixville campus has one Primary and one Elementary (1-6 grade) classroom. Your children are welcome to join you for this visit! Read More

We hope everyone had a wonderful New Year. We are excited to discover what 2012 has to bring for VFKH Montessori. Read More

From all of us here at VFKH Montessori, we want to wish everyone Happy Holidays! We hope your winter break is full of great food, happy memories, and lots of love. Have fun with all you are doing and travel safe! Thank you to all our wonderful families for making this semester great, and helping to make the Christmas party a blast. We will see you in 2012! Read More

I always say that our Limerick campus is like it's own little sanctuary. Each day the children look out their classroom windows and have a beautiful view of green grass, many tree variations, their own pond, and visitors from the animal kingdom. Sometimes it is a busy squirrel collecting food for winter or Canadian Geese and their babies, or even one of the Blue Herons that like to make a home near our creek. Today we were visited by this bird. Is it a Owl? No. Is it a Eagle? No. Is it a Hawk? Maybe, but what kind? These are the questions the children were asking today. Seeing nature in action helps bring the lessons of the classroom to life and stimulates the students to learn more about the world around them.

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The after-school children in Limerick have been building up anticipation for Thanksgiving. Earlier this week each shared something they are thankful for, and I am proud to say not a single child listed toys, but rather things like food and family. They understand that next week's Giving Baskets are going to children who do not have all the blessing they do, and are appreciative of all they have. Yesterday, I was overwhelmed by the holiday joy exuding from the children. Many were reminding me of the countdown to our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon, paired with HUGE smiles across their faces. They were eager to share whether they will be a pilgrim or a Native American for the Luncheon. I was very touched by their enthusiasm, and it increased my anticipation for next week. I didn't think they could be more excited. Little did I know. The children set about making choices, and doing work. The next thing I heard was someone start singing "Over the River." All of a sudden the entire group broke out in a spontaneous sing-a-long. Over, and over they did a beautiful, joyful job singing this traditional Thanksgiving tune. I was moved by this sign of solidarity, and pure holiday spirit. I hope that we all can continue to bring that spirit to one another, and imbed it within the children.

 

By: Molly Kelly, Assistant Administrator and After-School teacher in Limerick

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Last night several parents, teachers, and administrators from VFKH went to see “Race To Nowhere”. It was incredibly informative and a wonderful resource of information for parents, teachers, and administrators about the pressure of schools in America, especially middle school and high school. It provided a unique perspective that is quite in line with our Montessori philosophy, especially addressing the needs of the whole child. It was informative and thought-provoking. There was a long discussion afterwards and we will be having a discussion at our Phoenixville campus on Nov. 30th.

Please visit the website and go see a viewing of this movie. I highly recommend it! http://www.racetonowhere.com/

 

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All of the teachers truly enjoyed attending the NAMTA conference this year. The Theme was “The Essential Montessori History: Pathways To Global Awareness”. These conferences always provide the teachers with a great opportunity to discuss topics of interest and learn from one another. Each teacher brings back ideas from other teachers to apply in their own classrooms. If you want to know more about the conference please feel free to ask your child’s teacher. Read More