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Go to Conference siteUsing Cosmic Education to Teach Peace & Social Justice
Social Justice / Cosmic Education / On-Demand / Administration / Professional Development / Peace / Webinars / Online Learning
By emphasizing our common origins with other humans, other living species, and with Earth and the universe itself, the Montessori Cosmic Education curriculum calls upon each person to help make the world more peaceful, socially just, and respectful of nature. This workshop will explore practical ways to make this understanding a part of the classroom.
On Peace Education and Charlottesville
Social Justice / Peace / News
Montessori education helps your child develop independence, a sense of empathy and social justice, and a lifelong love for learning. Find out how.
Congratulations to the Recipients of AMS 2021 Peace Seed Grants
Committee / Peace / News / Grants / Funding
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021—The AMS Peace & Social Justice Committee awards annual Peace Seed Grants to help fund projects that promote peace and social justice education. The grants are presented in memory of educator Ursula Thrush, whose dedication to the concept of peace and social justice through children inspired many to advance this education in their classrooms and communities.
Applications Now Being Accepted for AMS 2020 Peace Seed Grants
Peace / News
September 15, 2019—AMS Peace Seed Grants help underwrite projects that promote peace education. Apply now through November 1, 2019.
Will You Be Applying for an AMS 2020 Peace Seed Grant?
Peace / News
AUGUST 16, 2019—Applications for AMS Peace Seed Grants will be accepted starting September 15. Start your planning now!
Congratulations to the Recipients of AMS 2021 Peace Seed Grants
Committee / Peace / News / Grants / Funding
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021—The AMS Peace & Social Justice Committee awards annual Peace Seed Grants to help fund projects that promote peace and social justice education. The grants are presented in memory of educator Ursula Thrush, whose dedication to the concept of peace and social justice through children inspired many to advance this education in their classrooms and communities.
On Peace Education and Charlottesville
Social Justice / Peace / News
Montessori education helps your child develop independence, a sense of empathy and social justice, and a lifelong love for learning. Find out how.
Will You Be Applying for an AMS 2020 Peace Seed Grant?
Peace / News
AUGUST 16, 2019—Applications for AMS Peace Seed Grants will be accepted starting September 15. Start your planning now!
Applications Now Being Accepted for AMS 2020 Peace Seed Grants
Peace / News
September 15, 2019—AMS Peace Seed Grants help underwrite projects that promote peace education. Apply now through November 1, 2019.
AMS Peace & Social Justice Fund
Peace / Diversity
When you give to the AMS Peace Fund, you support the work of our Peace & Social Justice Committee and signal your commitment to creating more fair and positive environments for all Montessori students, families, and educators.
Montessori Communities in Puerto Rico Need Your Help
Community / Global Initiatives / Peace / News / Credential
Nearly a month after Hurricane Maria, the situation in Puerto Rico remains dire. To help area Montessori schools and the families they serve, Instituto Nueva Escuela, a local AMS-affiliated teacher education program that has trained over 500 Montessori teachers on the island, has started a GoFundMe campaign. Please donate if you can.
AMS Peace Retreat
Live / Professional Development / Peace / Community
Participate in a Peace Retreat to create a culture of peace in your classrooms and school community, network with fellow educators, and engage in peace education projects.
Education for Peace & Social Justice
Social Justice / Peace / Community
Anti-bias, anti-racist (“ABAR”) resources for you, your students, and your communities.
Education for Peace & Social Justice
Social Justice / Peace / Community
Anti-bias, anti-racist (“ABAR”) resources for you, your students, and your communities.