Our Toddler classes experienced baby animals in a close and personal way this morning. They were introduced to gentle and small farm animals who have been acclimated to young children. While some of our toddler friends were very excited to meet these animals, others were observers of this new experience. We always respect the process…
The annual Halloween parade has been a long standing tradition at the Primary School; attended by many parents. Our theme this year was occupations in the community, created and fashioned by students and their families! The day started with students enjoying the backyard while parents milled in the front yard over bagels. We saw firefighters,…
The much awaited Halloween Game Fair hosted by the Upper Elementary (UE) classrooms brought oodles of excitement to the younger peers; returning and new. Even Khalsa staff has looked forward to this day to see student creativity surrounding the game and name each student chooses for their booth! Before the activities started, observers were treated…
Cooler days in Arizona give our Primary and Toddler students the first taste of wonderful year-end traditions: the annual Pumpkin Hunt, and Petting Zoo at Primary! The students had already been anticipating this day for a while now. Older, returning students are quick to remind everyone what a great time it is. Once the pumpkins…
During your observation at Khalsa, you will notice many different purposeful activities which are self-directed and self-chosen, and some that are teacher expected when a student is not choosing on his/her own. There is a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere and a spontaneous interest in work. You may note varying degrees of concentration as well as social…
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE AT KHALSA “Peace is what every human being is craving for. And it can be brought about by humanity through the child” -Maria Montessori A tireless advocate of peace through education and a two time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize (1949 and 1950), Maria Montessori’s teachings of peace are…
Isabella Horning Graduate of Khalsa Montessori School and Bioscience High School, Phoenix, Arizona. I don’t remember every moment at Khalsa, but I have a vivid memory of sitting right where you are today, six years ago. I know you’re all sweating (quite literally) to finish those tearful hugs goodbye and move onto to the next…
Isaac March Graduate of Khalsa Montessori School and North High School, Phoenix, Arizona. Attending Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona Students, friends, teachers, administrator, and parents, welcome. You are graduating from the 6th grade. In most schools that’s not a real big deal. As we all know at Khalsa, it is a… well I don’t want…