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Jordan West

Jordan West

June 22nd, 2016
Interview of Jordan West CDS Alumni 6th Grade Class of 2008 We feel that one of the most meaningful ways for you to know about the outcomes of a CDS education is to hear it from our graduates themselves. As we interviewed CDS alumni, we observed 5 prominent themes from their outcomes: What are our graduates doing now? Jordan West is currently employed by a large hardware/software company in Silicon Valley. Jordan recently applied to... READ MORE
Technology in the Montessori Classroom (AMI Reprint)

Technology in the Montessori Classroom (AMI Reprint)

November 17th, 2015
The following excerpts, from an article titled Technology in the Montessori Classroom - Benefits, Hazards, and Preparation for Life, by Greg MacDonald, appeared in the Fall 2015 (third edition) of AMI/USA's journal. An Old Truism Worth Remembering: Technology Gives Benefits and Hazards A critical moment in our history occurred when one of our most distant human ancestors picked up a rock and used it to crack open a nut or a crab shell so that the... READ MORE
Some Takeaways and Parent Feedback from John Rosemond’s Talk

Some Takeaways and Parent Feedback from John Rosemond’s Talk

October 13th, 2015
Takeaways from John's Rosemond's Talk Parenting must be done with a balance of love and leadership. If the parenting approach is disproportionately love, it becomes enabling. If the approach is disproportionately leadership, it becomes abusive. Have a long-term (as opposed to short-sighted) vision of the adult you want your child to be. What kind of 30 year old do you want to raise? What is your mission statement for your child? Not a statement only about academics... READ MORE
The Current Crisis: Over-parenting, anxious children, and education

The Current Crisis: Over-parenting, anxious children, and education

September 23rd, 2015
A recent interview with authors, parents and educators Julie Lythcott-Haims and Jessica Lahey revealed some alarming observations of the effects of over-parenting. If you don't want to read the entire interview, skim through some of the key quotes below, and then, leave a comment. Over-Parenting and Our Anxious Kids "Kids are anxious, afraid and risk-averse because parents are more focused on keeping their children safe, content and happy in the moment than on parenting for competence." "Our kid becomes chronologically... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool

August 26th, 2015
9 Ways to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool: Chicago Tribune article here    Is this good news [...] For those of you who might not know, the [...] The theory goes something like this: if you use [...] Every time you are in a store, have your child [...] Is work a four-letter word? It certainly has four [...] Testimonials from Chris and Corrie Carrigan about CDS [...] ... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (Intro)

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (Intro)

August 26th, 2015
Why we wrote this series Listen to a story that highlights why we wrote this series on getting your child ready for preschool: The elementary students are often out in the community to meet their responsibilities of caring for their classroom.One day we had to go to the grocery store to shop for supplies for a class party. Once we were in the store, the child who had the shopping list told each of the children what they... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (1 of 9)

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (1 of 9)

August 26th, 2015
#1 Turn off the on-Screen Media (TV and Tablets) Is your child ready for preschool? We asked four of our most seasoned teachers to give us their insights on how parents can prepare their kids for that big transition. In this post, the combined voices of 4 experts in child education say “Definitely turn off the TV [i.e., any on-screen media] or limit it dramatically.” These are not merely opinions, but observations from over 75 years... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (2 of 9)

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (2 of 9)

August 26th, 2015
#2 - Eat Dinner Together How can you get your child ready for preschool? Unexpectedly, the answer is on the dinner table! Honestly, it was surprising to hear how serious our four expert child educators were about this. For instance, one of our Toddler teachers said: “Nothing can be more meaningful that sharing a meal with the family. Social customs, learning how to use the items necessary to eat with, civility and just being together... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (3 of 9)

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (3 of 9)

August 26th, 2015
#3 - Teach your child to help set and clear the table. How can you get your child ready for school? It’s a big question. One thing to keep in mind is that your child will be part of a classroom in which he/she will have to make contributions and cooperate. Children are part of the family community first before anywhere else. When they have an opportunity to contribute, they are able to feel the important part... READ MORE
How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (4 of 9)

How to Get Your Child Ready for Preschool (4 of 9)

August 26th, 2015
#4 - Teach your child to put toys away How is this related to preschool readiness? Once you glance at the below list of what’s expected of a 3-year old at Countryside, you’ll soon appreciate this next step as a BIG one in the right direction. Putting Away Toys Gives a Sense of Order and Respect It is important for children to have order in their life. Teaching your child to put away his or her toys is... READ MORE
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