Classroom Observations

Observations for current families are scheduled Monday – Friday at 9:30, 10:00 and 10:30 a.m., during the months of October and March.  Prospective family tours and classroom observations are ongoing.
 
Your cooperation according to the following guidelines is greatly appreciated:

  • Please sit quietly and observe the children. Be sure to observe children other than your own. If you are inside the classroom, please do not interfere with the work of the children.  If you are observing through the two-way mirror, please do not ask for your child to be moved or for us to interfere in the natural environment at all.

  • Please do not initiate conversation with the children. If a child greets you, respond appropriately, of course, but do not seek to prolong the conversation. If necessary, please gently remind the children to return to their work.  If you are obserivng with someone, please keep your conversation low, and to a minumum.

  • The directors may not be able to take time from their classroom duties to converse with you during or immediately after your observation. If questions occur to you while you are observing, please write them down on clipboard provided and leave it on the chair for the director. 

 

What to Notice
 
**  Children initiating their own activities and choosing their own work: independent work; work in groups
 
** The director presenting individual and small-group lessons
 
**  Orderly use of materials and the return of materials to their original locations
 
**  A variety of work in progress, from mathematics to geography, from language to music
 
**   Independence, which is revealed by children who are not overly dependent on the teacher
 
**  Elaborate work, such as very long addition problems, research, or detailed charts
 
**  Children cooperating with each other
 
**  Varying levels of concentration and self-discipline
 
**   An atmosphere of responsibility and respect
 
**  Freedom within limits:   
       Children may work on one thing at a time
       They may watch the work of others, but do not take part without an invitation.
       The children are sensitive to the rights of others.
 
To schedule your observation, please click This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and enter at least two potential observations dates and times.  Or you may contact the office directly at ext. 10.  Scheduled Observation appointments will be confirmed by the office, as some dates may not be available due to other activities (i.e. screenings, picture day, conferences, etc.)

Upcoming Events

"Informational Tours"

Visit JMS, speak with our Head of School, and see a Montessori class at work. Tours are available on Fridays at 1:30 p.m., and by appointment.  Contact the school to schedule your visit and learn more about how we can help you choose Joliet Montessori for your child and your family.

"Wheels to the Stars" 

The Elementary Spring Play will be held at the Jacob Henry Mansion Ballroom on Wed, May 8, at 6:30 p.m.  This performance is open to the public and anyone wishing to learn more about the Montessori Elementary Program at JMS. TIckets are $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for students and children under 3 are free. For more information, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"Student Alumi Open House"

Alumni students of Mrs Cornstubble's are invited to join us on Fri, May 28, for an Open House being held from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Food, fun and games are planned to help celebrate Mrs. Cornstubble's Retirement.

"Mrs. Cornsubble's Retirement Celebration"

Parents, Friends and Adult Alumi are invited to join us on Thu, Jun 20, at 6:30 p.m. To be added to the invitation list or to submit articles of interest and other memorabilia, please contact the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Prospective Parents

Adolescent Program "Olive Living"

To learn more about the Adolescent's current business endeaver - a hydroponic, natural, and organic buying cooperative - please visit http://www.OliveLiving.Net.

Partners In Education

** IT Solutions - Naperville, IL  

** Spesia & Ayers - Joliet, IL  

JMS has been providing Will County a viable alternative to traditional education for over 40 years.  We value our Partners in Education and invite members of our business community to join us.  JMS Partners in Education provide 10 or more hours per month of professional services, or donate $5,000 or more to our Annual Fund. Please contact our Head of School for more information on how your business can serve the children of the JMS community.

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