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Kalissa Hugger

January 11th, 2015

Lead Quality Assurance Engineer, j2 Global, Chicago, IL We transferred our Kindergarten daughter from a typical play based program to CDS seven months ago after looking at several Montessori programs. Of all the schools we visited, CDS offered everything we were looking for in a program. To name a few: They have an extremely well educated and very experienced staff Focused on educationally sound individualized plans for each child balanced with meaningful group activity work... READ MORE

Lisa Laing

January 11th, 2015

Lisa Laing Testimonial Owner of Laing Marketing Services, Chicago, IL Countryside Montessori is special. We have moved several times and tried all different types of school (daycare, traditional preschool, public school, even different Montessori schools) for our three boys. We have yet to find a school that can compare to Countryside. Their commitment to developing responsible, respectful, and resourceful children is reflected in every aspect of the school. If we're lucky enough to move back... READ MORE

Steve Cummings

January 11th, 2015

Chief Executive Officer, Hewitt EnnisKnupp, Inc., Chicago, IL When my wife and I found Countryside five years ago, I had never heard of the Montessori method of teaching. Since then, I have come to value (and be amazed by!) these learning methods; their intuitive nature, their accessibility to young children, and their effectiveness. Even more impressive to me are the citizenship lessons my children have learned. They are willing teachers/coaches to younger children; they have a genuine and... READ MORE

Linda Murakishi Whitted

January 10th, 2015

Linda Murakishi Whitted Testimonial about CDS Northbrook, IL Of Counsel, Whitted, Takiff & Hansen, Sorry, the link is no longer workinghttp://www.wthlawfirm.com/attorneys-staff/linda-j-murakishi/ ... READ MORE

Stella Ullmann

January 9th, 2015

Stella Ullmann Parent Testimonial Deerfield, IL Dentist, The Dental Professionals My husband and I have been extremely fortunate that our children are able to attend CDS. The curriculum along with the great staff have provided them with an environment which promotes the highest standards of education as reflected by their enthusiasm of their school life.CDS instills the values and ideals of independence, responsibility, and accountability within the school; as these same traits have been clearly... READ MORE

Lauren MacBlane

January 8th, 2015

Lauren MacBlane Parent Testimonial Glenview, IL West IP Communications My children attend Countryside for so many reasons but there are two that drew me to the school four years ago when they were three. First, the school's goal of teaching my twins to be resourceful, responsible and respectful.Second, the passionate commitment of the teachers and staff to instill the love of learning I see developing in my children every day. → See next parent testimonial... READ MORE

Could this be True? Share your Thoughts.

January 6th, 2015

I came upon this post while on Facebook last night (I know, nobody uses Facebook anymore), and I paused to really think about it. Is it an exaggeration? A silly rant written by someone who didn't do well in school? Or is there truth in it? If there is truth in it, is it true for all schools? Is it true for CDS? Before I share my thoughts on the subject, I would really love... READ MORE

Join us for an Open House (Wed., Jan 21)

December 19th, 2014

Learn about Montessori method of education Wednesday, January 21st RSVP to Find out the Open House Time Building Character, Pre-K through 8th Grade What if your child loved school? Hard to imagine? You don’t have to imagine. See for yourself at our next Open House. RSVP to find out the Open House time: ... READ MORE

Why is Countryside Starting Coding and Robotics Programs?

December 18th, 2014

Beginning with a 3 week course during the summer program, the teaching of STEM will gradually spread into the curriculum. CDS recognizes robotics as a way to help further its mission of character and meet its learning goals in a 21st century context. Countryside’s 2015 Summer program will for the first time include a robotics/coding course (for grades 4-8, including students going into 4th grade). What is ‘Robotics’? Learning robotics brings together circuits, computing, programming (coding), design,... READ MORE

All Year Montessori’s Annual Cookie Exchange (2014)

December 15th, 2014

The All Year class (AYM) at Countryside Montessori School treasures each and every child-hosted event, and the Annual Cookie Exchange is not to be missed! This classic holiday gathering is a celebration that children of all ages enjoy. The Countryside parents and children bake delicious treats together beforehand, bringing them to the event to share with their friends. Each AYM member brings home a platter brimming with an array of tasty treats, reminding them that... READ MORE

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