About the conference
Through her work, Maria Montessori found that all children have an unlimited, unbiased and profound potential through what she called the Absorbent Mind. This potential is so profound that the only limits to a child are the limits of the environment in which they live and play.
In any environment for children under six years of age, the role of the adult is the most important. We can best aid the child by preparing ourselves intellectually and spiritually. As caregivers, role models and guides, we will explore at this conference how to best prepare an oasis of peace for children, whether in a school, home, community or a homeschooling family.
Our conference goes beyond just preparing the environment. It fosters an understanding of how the mind of the child works and what it needs in any culture or place.
Montessori is a powerful global movement. It can uncover the universal potential of every child around the world.
What makes this conference unique?
It's online!
Online speakers will share their wealth of knowledge in a more accessible way. This conference has the potential to reach people and communities that would otherwise find it difficult to attend a typical conference. As an added bonus, the presentations will be recorded and you will be able to watch them as many times as you wish for a small fee.
It's free!
During the conference, the presentations will be free for everyone. We believe that limited funds should not stop the powerful potential that comes from understanding the Montessori Method. All children deserve an oasis of peace provided by a loving guide. Continued access to the presentations will be available for purchase after the conference.
It's cultural!
Speakers from all over the world will come together to share their expertise and culture. Participants will experience the universal nature of the Montessori Method, including how it can be applied in a multitude of cultures. It is truly for all children.
The conference is aimed at:
Homeschooling Parents
As a homeschooling parent, you will learn more about Montessori philosophy, age-appropriate activities, and ways to prepare your home. You will learn how to adapt materials to your specific needs, family, and culture.
Teachers
As a teacher, you will learn ways to deepen your understanding of children and gain new ideas for preparing your environment. By seeing how Montessori is applied in various countries and cultures, you will appreciate the universal potential of each child.
Parents
As a parent of a Montessori child, you will learn more about the Montessori Method and how to supplement it at home. You will share in the wonder of the Montessori Method and it's positive impact on children.
School Administrators
A school administrator does not work directly with children but works to support them. At this conference, you will learn effective ways to better support your teachers and community.
Community Members
Children are a part of every culture and every community. Whether you are a grandparent, school volunteer, or play another role in a child’s life, you will learn how to better support children in your community.
Program and speakers
Video sessions with the following guest speakers will be streamed online over the course of five days, on 16–20 November 2020.
The recordings will be available each day for 24 hours starting at 9am CET
Biff Maier
Dr. Punum Bhatia
Ruth Anne Hammond, M.A.
Marlene Barron
Paula Zhou
Dr. Philip Snow Gang
Sandra Houston
Dr. Paul Epstein
Frank Leto
Charlotte Cushman
Maria Eva Chaffin
Olimpia Mesa
Michael Strong
Cindy Acker
Simone Davies
Shamiemah Jassiem
Pamela Green
Letty Rising
Jana Morgan Herman
Margaret Whitley
Kira Solomatova
Gabrielle Kotkov
Shawn Edwards
Barbara Murphy, PhD
Martin Yaconis, Engr.
Katelynn Johnson
Anna Langstaff
Susan Tracy McDaniel
Lorena Tasker
Teri Canaday Freeman
Anya, Montessori From The Heart
Meishan Hutchison
Claudia Mann
Devi Sekaran
Sara McCarty
Sylvia Arotin
Nathalie Alvarado
Kiran Paek
Michelle Gao and James Lu
Lucie Hajkova
Charlotte Snyder
Wendy Kaneshige
Pamela Shanks
Register
In an effort to make this event accessible to anyone in the world who is interested, we have made this conference free. Registration for the free access was possible during the time of the conference, from November 16th till 20th.
Now you can access the talks from the conference only with our Lifetime Access Pass.
With Lifetime Access Pass you will be able to watch and rewatch conference presentations at any time, when it is most convenient for you!
With such an amazing group of speakers, you can get the most out of this conference watching the talks at your own pace and having the possibility to rewatch your favorite speaker as many times as you need, even a year or more from now.
"Whoever touches the life of a child, touches the most sensitive part of a whole which has roots in the most distant past and climbs toward the infinite future."
MARIA MONTESSORI
Our team
The conference is organized by a team of Montessori enthusiasts with teaching experience from five different continents.
Lucie Tamasova
Jemina V. Vallee
Lucie Hajkova
Paulina Dominguez
Theodora Petsa
Any questions?
You can check out our support and FAQs page! And if you still miss your answers, please, get in touch with us.