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School Opening Update

In response to COVID-19, Jarrow Montessori will remain closed through July. Jarrow is planning on resuming in-person learning starting the week of August 17th for all enrolled students. 
For a list of resources and links to our COVID-19 school newsletters refer to the link in the top menu.

Jarrow News

What Happens to Student Behavior When Schools Prioritize Art

By Sir Ken Robinson and Lou Aronica Apr 9, 2018 Excerpt from You, Your Child, and School: Navigate Your Way to the Best Education by Sir Ken Robinson, Ph. D and Lou Aronica, published on March 13, 2018 by Viking, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. Copyright by Ken Robinson, 2018. Room to Maneuver There’s more room to make changes within the current education system than many people think. Schools operate as they do not because they have to but because they choose to. They don’t need to be that way; they can change and many do. Innovative schools everywhere are breaking the mold of convention to meet the best interests of their students, [Read More…]

Your Kids Aren’t Too Young to Talk About Race

It is with utter heartache that I write this message. The killing of George Floyd, yet again reminds us that racism and hatred is pervasive in our society, community, and neighborhoods. I hope we can all agree that education (for adults and children) is a powerful pathway to gaining a better understanding of why discrimination and the underlying causes of racism exist. Your children may be asking some big questions right now, or you may feel it is time to start conversations about race in your home. I have included several resources to help support you, and hope that whatever [Read More…]

Tips for Helping Children Adjust to Face Masks

Tips for Helping Children Adjust to Face Masks: It might be scary for children to wear a mask, or see the adults around them wearing masks. Here’s are some tips from OEC’s Fostering Well-Being team: First and foremost, child care providers should pass this information along to families so they can have conversations with children first. Child care staff can reiterate what families are saying at home. Supportive relationships are key during emergencies and will go a long way with children. If children ask about people wearing masks or other face coverings, parents and caregivers can explain: Sometimes people wear [Read More…]