Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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My students are in a Montessori class in an inner city public school. Our school is considered a school of poverty with 98% of our students receiving free or reduced lunch. However, we are rich in love and respect! In my class I have 6 three year olds, 7 four year olds and 8 five year olds. These children spend 3 years with me. The children in my class are curious and full of life. They learn best when moving around! The Montessori learning style gives them freedom of choice and movement. As they work, the students become more focused and practice the necessary skills each day. 7 out of 8 of my five year olds are reading at or above grade level. 3 of my four year olds are already beginning to read and 2 of my 3 year olds know all of the alphabet. They are well on their way to becoming successful members of our community!
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My students are in a Montessori class in an inner city public school. Our school is considered a school of poverty with 98% of our students receiving free or reduced lunch. However, we are rich in love and respect! In my class I have 6 three year olds, 7 four year olds and 8 five year olds. These children spend 3 years with me. The children in my class are curious and full of life. They learn best when moving around! The Montessori learning style gives them freedom of choice and movement. As they work, the students become more focused and practice the necessary skills each day. 7 out of 8 of my five year olds are reading at or above grade level. 3 of my four year olds are already beginning to read and 2 of my 3 year olds know all of the alphabet. They are well on their way to becoming successful members of our community!