2023: Become the Montessorian You Want to Be!
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
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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.
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
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!
- 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.
