2023: Become the Montessorian You Want to Be!

 

Kia Ora Koutou MMEF Supporters

It's been quite a year, hasn't it? 

We sincerely hope, as 2022 draws slowly to a close, that you all manage to spend some time with loved ones, family & whānau over the end-of-year break. Relaxing, reflecting, rejuvenating, and engaging in whatever brings you joy. We've all jolly well deserved it! 

This MMEF News brings you a range of events to look forward to and add to your calendars for 2023.  

MMEF 3-6 Diploma Update

Resilience, tenacity, and flexibility are necessary elements in today's world. With a few unexpected obstacles to navigate, the next AMI 3-6 Diploma will now commence in April 2023 rather than January. The silver lining for our currently enrolled students, who exuded all the above qualities and more, is additional time to enjoy the summer plus more time for Montessori reading!
Please see the new 3-6 Diploma course dates here and the new enrolment documents here. 
MMEF will offer the next 3-6 Course Information Evening on Tuesday, Feb. 7th. at 7.00p.m. via Zoom. Find out more about the course and join some of our past students as they share their tips and tricks for study success! Keep an eye on the MMEF Facebook page in the New Year for the Zoom details.

Haere Rā Jane, Nau Mai Magdalena - Introducing our New Course Administrator

 Earlier this year, we bade a fond farewell and said kia ora   rawa atu to Jane Watson, who has been our treasured   taonga and 3-6 Course Administrator since 2018. Jane   used to say,"I do all the things that Carol doesn't want to   do!" however, her skills, creativity and sheer level-   headedness extended much further establishing systems   and policies, not to mention traversing a deep dive into the   robust NZQA requirements.

And so it will continue, as we say Nau Mai and a very warm welcome to Magdalena Urbankova (pictured left with her son Filip [you'd never guess they are related, would you;)]. 

Magdalena joins us with a wealth of Montessori and administration experience. Being a recipient of pastoral care as Tangata Titriti, this plus Magdalena's artistic bent will be put to very good use in her new role. We certainly look forward to another Diploma with this Academic team. 

Professional Learning Development - 2023

Montessori 101~What You Need to Know 

MMEF receives numerous requests for a 'Montessori 101' overview, and here it is! Comprising of three 2-hour sessions online in February 2023 with 3-6 trainer Carol Potts. 

These short, pithy sessions have been designed for:

• Those new to Montessori – ECE kaiāko working in a Montessori environment.

• Parents and whānau seeking more understanding about this unique approach to development.

• Professionals, including centre managers and admin staff, profoundly interested in development during the first six years of life.

• Anyone considering studying for the AMI 3-6 Diploma.

When? Wednesdays 8^th, 15^th & 22^nd @ 6.30-8.30p.m. via Zoom.

Cost: $100 (inc. all three sessions); each one will build on the previous session.

How to Register? Click here for more information and register online here.

0-3 Orientation Certificate, February - March 2023

AMI 0-3 Trainer - Julia Hilson

 We hear that many of you have missed the camaraderie   of face-to-face events; we'll be exploring a blended   format for the next 0-3 Orientation Certificate. It will be   mostly online in the evenings to accommodate those   working, plus a weekend onsite in Auckland to complete   the hands-on components of the course. 

 Visit the MMEF website here for full course details and to   register online.  Enrol before January 8th to secure the   early bird fee.

3-6 Orientation Certificate, May 2023 

AMI 3-6 Trainer - Carol Potts

To conclude the trilogy of workshops and short AMI courses being offered by MMEF in 2023, the next 3-6 Orientation Certificate will be offered May 8th-31st evenings plus 2 Saturday mornings. The course will be fully online - please save the dates now!

Who is this Course for?

• This course is suitable for those seeking a further understanding of the Montessori approach to tamaiti development. 

• ECE-trained kaiako/teachers in a Montessori setting. 

• Parents, whānau, nannies, carers and professionals working with young tamariki. 

• If you are considering studying for the 3-6 Diploma in the future. 

• Further, the course may provide essential information for Montessori centre owners and administrators.

Registration Details

Download the course registration form here. Register online here. Ensure to register before April 21st, 2023 to be eligible for the early bird registration.

Hari rā Hararei/Happy Holidays however you each choose to celebrate the end of 2022 and the advent of 2023.

"These very children reveal to us the most vital need of their development, saying: "help me to do it alone!".

MMEF                               Montessori, Childhood to Adolescence

(image: courtesy of Totara Hill Montessori)

MMEF News So Much to Update, Where to Begin?

 

Kia Ora Koutou MMEF Supporters,

We have many exciting updates for you in this month's MMEF news...

0-3 Assistants to Infancy Diploma - Brisbane

The students have just completed their second face-to-face module and look extremely refreshed if I might add considering how hard they've all been working.

During this module, they covered the communities (infant and toddler) album and the foundation of the personality development album. This meant a lot of practice hours in the model environment as they created presentations for all the wonderful experiences that can be offered to infants and toddlers. 

Paper writing and material making too were intense as they steadily prepared for their next module of exams. Kia kaha pēnei Maramatahi/go well in January!

Staying with the 0-3 theme, we've received a few inquiries about the next 0-3 Assistants to Infancy Diploma in the region - click here for details of the next one being offered in Sydney with 0-3 trainer Sara Brady, commencing December 2022 - January 2024. 

3-6 Diploma - Auckland

A few late applications for the AMI 3-6 Diploma, commencing in January 2023 have resulted in extending the deadline for application submissions to November 1st. 

We've been thrilled with the applicants so far and thank you all for spreading the word. If you, or anyone you know that has a profound interest in the development of young tamariki, please direct them here to download the application pack today! 

Accommodation - Can You Assist?  MMEF will have international students and others joining us from the regions outside of Auckland; if you know of anyone who may be able to assist with accommodation for our students, we would love to hear from you at mmefnz@outlook.com. Click here for the course dates.  

Director of Training, Carol Potts visits San Lorenzo

We wish Director Training, Carol Potts safe travels as she represents MMEF at the forthcoming 5-day trainer's meetings in Perugia, Italy later this month. 

Carol will be spending time at the Maria Montessori Institute in London, plus imbibing Montessori's history with a visit to the first Casa dei Bambini in San Lorenzo,Rome. Keep an eye on the MMEF Facebook page for reels and updates!

Montessori Opportunity - Whangarei

Did you see this on the Montessori Aotearoa New Zealand and MMEF Facebook pages? 

Amazing Opportunity:

• Are you an experienced ECE kaiako? 
• Are you AMI 3-6 qualified or looking to be so? 
• Are you interested in establishing your own Montessori 3-6 environment in Whangarei? 

Support is being offered to someone that answers 'yes' to each of the above. All of the Montessori materials required to establish a 3-6 prepared environment are available for use plus an ongoing career opportunity is possible for the suitable applicant. Please email sueandclaudezurich@gmail.com for further information.

Proposed AMI 0-3 & 3-6 Orientation Certificate Courses for 2023

MMEF has been liaising with trainers regarding the next AMI Orientation Certificates for 2023. 

At this stage, we're proposing the next 3-6 Orientation Certificate in May ONLINE format for the following:
May 8th - 13th & 22nd - 27th, 2023. 
The format proposed will be four evenings per week - Monday - Thursday 6p.m - 9.00p.m. and Saturday morning 9-12p.m. (10 days)  This will equate to 30 hours online plus 30 hours of independent study. 
The week of the 15th-21st May will be allocated to students carrying out the required 9 hours of observation.

The dates for the 0-3 Orientation Certificate, proposed for the early part of 2023 ONLINE are being finalised now and will be announced shortly.

Stay well and ngā manaakitanga,

MMEF 

AMI 3-6 Diploma - October 1st Deadline for Applications

 

Kia Ora Koutou MMEF Supporters 

Spring. New buds. New beginnings.

Time to think about your new beginning in a Montessori environment!

We've thoroughly enjoyed meeting new faces during our regular MMEF Information Evenings; please pass on the information about our next one to anyone considering studying for a Montessori qualification soon. Join us on Tuesday, September 13th at 7.00p.m. via Zoom and use Meeting ID 828 5933 2499 & Passcode 770312. We look forward to meeting you!

Interviewing is now underway for the forthcoming AMI 3-6 Diploma commencing in January 2023. For those of you still considering applying, please submit your applications ASAP. Applications take time to process, don't delay! All applications plus the required enclosures must be received by no later than October 1st. 

Montessori Students Seeking Accommodation 

MMEF has received a few requests from potential students outside of Auckland who are seeking accommodation close to the AMI training centre in Albany, Auckland during the AMI 3-6 Diploma modules - see here for course dates. 

Dear Aucklanders - do you know of anyone with a spare room who may be willing to assist one of our students? Please email us at  mmefnz@outlook.com with any likely possibilities. 

Montessori Environment Seeking Relieving Staff

If you know of qualified staff seeking Montessori relieving work, MMEF could happily put them in contact with a centre that would dearly love to support a staff member to study next year. Simply email mmefnz@outlook.com for further details.

Here's a delightful example by composer Vivaldi for you all. I hope you enjoy his rendition of new buds, new life, and new beginnings, entitled Spring.

Stay well and ngā manaakitanga,

MMEF