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Grade 1

2020/10/15 by R.M.S.

Learning a New Skill During Wellness Time

A Grade 1 Class Learning Sign Language during Wellness Time

The Grade 1 class at the Central Park Campus discussed family during Wellness Time last week. Students learned sign language to a song called “We Are A Family”. Instead of singing, students used sign language to perform the song. This song talks about how we are all different but together we still make a family and share the benefits of being part of a family. This heart-warming video shows that here at Rowntree we are inclusive, diverse and although we may all be different, we are still a family. This is not only a great lesson on core values, but is a wonderful way for children to gain confidence and learn a new skill, such as sign language.

Our Central Park Campus offers programmes from Pre-Kindergarten to Grades 2 in a warm, safe and nurturing environment. The Central Park Campus is conveniently located and offers small class sizes with a small teacher-to-student ratio. We are still accepting applications for the current academic year. Learn how you can help your child reach their full potential by contacting our Central Park Campus at: 905-793-6231 or by filling out an Enquiry Form.

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2019/12/16 by R.M.S.

The Joy of Learning at Rowntree Montessori Schools

Nurturing Tomorrow’s Achievers Since 1969

Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

In a technology-infused classroom, the lessons learned go far beyond coding or creating electronic media. At Rowntree, our balanced approach to technology use is designed to promote digital literacy and foster the “softer” 21st Century skills such as citizenship and collaboration. As an extension of our long-standing reading-buddies programme, students from older grades are partnered with their younger schoolmates in using technology as a learning tool. Our Grade 7s and 8s take great pride in leading the younger students in our annual Hour of Code activities; this year they will be coding holiday-themed Public Service Announcements using Scratch (scratch.mit.edu). Throughout the year, various grades are paired in order to explore various educational technologies. Often, students from a more senior grade will be paired with a Grade 1 class in order to share their expertise and refine their leadership skills, but sometimes (as pictured below), students from two neighbouring classrooms will work together in more of a collaborative activity. In all cases, the joy of learning is always evident on the faces of our students.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/11/26 by R.M.S.

Exploring the Problems with Global Urbanization in Grades 1 to 8

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Over the last few weeks, our Grades 1 through 8 worked on our monthly STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Challenge. Rowntree has regular challenges throughout the year to further integrate STEM principles and apply them into the everyday teaching and learning. This year’s overarching theme revolves around urbanization and the various issues associated with growing cities. Students explored problems such as land fragmentation, habitat loss, and the effects of urban living on physical health, and so on. After brainstorming a solution as a class or group, students create a model and present using various tech tools.

For a great article on the addressing urban issues, please click here.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/10/29 by R.M.S.

Teaching Mindfulness, Meditation and Learning Yoga

Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

Rowntree Montessori Schools…Nurturing Tomorrow’s Achievers Since 1969

Rowntree Montessori Schools is known for our strong and challenging Academic programme, our focus on 21st century learning and for developing tomorrow’s leaders and problem-solvers. However, at our schools, teaching our students how to manage stress and anxiety, regulate their emotions, learn empathy, compassion and restoring calmness, is just as important as getting good grades. How do we do this? By teaching our students things like yoga, meditation and mindfulness, at a very young age. To learn more about the benefits of teaching your children mindfulness, meditation and yoga, click here.

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2019/10/25 by R.M.S.

21st Century Learning and Coding in Grade 1

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Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

Our AHA! Moments are special learning and teachable moments that take place in our classrooms every single day. This past week, Storm, a Grade 1 student, surprised her teacher with a good morning message using coding skills she learned in the classroom. This moment demonstrated Storm’s engagement and interest in her Computer and Technology class, which allowed her to use these newly acquired tech skills outside of the learning space. Rowntree Montessori Schools supports 21st century learning and ensuring that our students have strong tech skills that will help them prepare for their futures. 21st century skills not only provide a framework for successful learning in the classroom, but also help to ensure students thrive in a world where change is constant and learning never stops. To learn more about the benefits of 21st Century Learning, please click here.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/09/13 by R.M.S.

Reading Buddies in Grade 1

This year, the Grade 6  class at Rowntree Montessori Schools partnered up with the Grade 1B class to participate in the Learning Buddies Programme. According to experts from www.edutopia.org from the George Lucas Educational Foundation, “Partnering with higher achieving peers can have a positive influence on a student’s learning, and students who are older, more capable readers can be these peers for young students.”

At the Academy Campus, this programme runs each Thursday, as Grade 6 students are paired with Grade 1 students, whether in the classroom or library, and together the students work through an educational reading activity. This programme initially began with the intention of being reading centered only, but when the teachers saw how well the two classes worked together, they decided to change to focus to learning in other areas as well.  The activities each week may start with a reading exercise, but may also be combined with a larger themed activity, whether learning about personal identity, speech writing or even goal setting. The students often engage in activities based off of what events are happening in the school that week. 

A grade six student helping a grade 1 student with reading

Here are some examples of activities that the students have completed:

  • All About Me booklets
  • Story writing
  • Themed crafts
  • Hour of Code
  • Goal setting and New Years resolutions
  • Speech writing
  • Speech presentations
  • Read aloud

Through these weekly peer interactions, the students have created meaningful relationships with children outside their grade levels. This has positively contributed to the social environment at RMS. The younger and older students get very excited when it is time for them to see their learning buddy outside of the regular Thursday morning schedule. 

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/01/16 by R.M.S.

Elementary Programme Information Sessions

The most meaningful investment you can make is in your child’s education!

To learn more about why you should consider our highly desired programmes for your child, we encourage you to attend one of our upcoming Elementary Programme Information Sessions.

Wednesday January 16th  6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Downtown Campus or Central Park Campus

Thursday January 17th  6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Academy Campus

This is a great opportunity to meet with the Principal and teaching staff, and to learn more about our award-winning Elementary programmes (Grades 1 and above) and to visit some of our Elementary classrooms.  You can come and learn about our balanced programme that focuses on both traditional learning and new technologies, all delivered within a warm and nurturing environment. Plus you will have the chance to take a guided tour and get more information about our registration process for September 2019!

Both current RMS parents and prospective parents who are considering enrolling their child(ren) in our Grade Level programmes for either September 2019 or in future years are invited and encouraged to attend one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools’ Grade Level Curriculum, programmes and opportunities.

Who should attend:
-Parents who have a child entering Grade 1 in September 2019 or in future years
-Parents who have a child entering other Elementary Grade levels in September 2019
-Parents who have questions about our award-winning programme, who may apply for 2019

Students working on Google chromebooks in Grade 1 at Rowntree Montessori Schools in Brampton

Get Informed To Make An Educated Decision Regarding Your Child’s Education:

  • Presentation on our enriched Grade Level Curriculum & Educational Programmes
  • Take a Guided School Tour
  • Meet our Principals and teaching staff
  • Learn about the results at RMS versus public school
  • French at RMS versus public school French Immersion
  • Learn about our registration process, schedule and options

NOTE: Supervision is available for your child(ren) while you attend. The presentation is approximately two hours long and the guided school tour takes approximately 20 minutes.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

More details about Rowntree Montessori Schools‘ approach to education can be seen by clicking here.

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2018/04/03 by R.M.S.

Hands On Learning in Grade 1 – Private School

Whenever possible at Rowntree Montessori Schools, we encourage the use of manipulatives and hands on materials in the classroom to problem solve, especially in mathematics.  According to Small (2009), “there is a strongly held belief in the mathematics education community that when students are actively engaged in constructing their own understanding of a concept through hands on materials, they better understand what is being taught”. In fact, Canadian researchers of education in Kindergarten to Grade 8 classrooms often suggest that children who are encouraged to focus on how to solve problems over how to complete exercises, better understand concepts.  Click here to read Chapter 1 of Making Math Meaningful to Canadian Students, K–8 by Marian Small.

Grade 1 stuents at RMS private school in Brampton problem solving through the use of manipulatives
Grade 1 students at RMS Central Park Campus showcasing their playgrounds in science class

Recently, our Grade One students at the RMS Central Park Campus completed a unit of science about Materials, Objects and Structures. To complete the unit, students needed to build their own playground out of available materials, such as cardboard, paint, pipe cleaners, tubes and other supplies. Prior to building the playground, each student needed to create a blueprint of what he or she was planning to build, outlining what materials would best support his or her structure.  Not only did this challenge encourage students to visualize and problem solve, but when presenting their projects they needed to verbalize their creations. This was a great learning opportunity for each student, and we are proud of their results.

Grade 1 stuents at RMS private school in Brampton problem solving through the use of manipulatives
A proud Grade 1 student showcasing her work

We are currently still accepting applications to our Grade 1 programme, but space is very limited. Click here to Apply Now or Contact the Admissions Office at 905-790-3838 for more information today!

We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you the private school community of which we are so proud!

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

More details about Rowntree Montessori Schools‘ approach to education can be seen by clicking here.

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2018/01/16 by R.M.S.

SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE – Jan 20th from 10am-2pm

Come and discover the opportunity you can provide your child to succeed Now and in their Future. Our Saturday Private School Open House is a perfect opportunity to tour our campuses and meet our teachers, particularly if you are unable to take advantage of our Open House ANYTIME opportunity. It’s your chance to see our campuses when it might be more convenient for you!

Take just a few minutes to come by our Private School Open House on Saturday Jan 20, 2018 (10 am – 2 pm) at our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses and discover the opportunity and possibilities for your child to love learning and excel. Your visit could be your first step in empowering your child’s journey towards their dreams!

Students using robots at RMS for Open House on June 3, 2017
Students using Dash & Dot robots

Apply NOW for September 2018! Click here to find out more.

Here’s a map which illustrates the locations of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses.

We will gladly take the time with you and your family to:

  • Tour the facilities (typically takes 15-20 minutes)
  • Provide you with the opportunity to meet teachers and administrators
  • Outline our enriched educational programmes
  • Inform you about the wide variety of before and after school activities available
  • Discuss registration options for Pre-Kindergarten (starting at 2 years 8 months old as of September 2018) to Grade 8

We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you the private school community of which we are so proud!

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2018/01/16 by R.M.S.

Grade 1 Information Evening – Wed & Thu

The most meaningful investment you can make is in your child’s education!

To learn more about why you should consider our highly desired programmes for your child, we encourage you to attend the upcoming Grade 1 information sessions.

Both current RMS parents and prospective parents who are considering enrolling their child(ren) in our RMS Grade Level programmes for either September 2018 or in future years are invited and encouraged to attend our upcoming information session to learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools’ Grade Level Curriculum and co-curriculum programmes and opportunities.

Wednesday January 17th  6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Preparatory Campuses

Thursday January 18th  6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Academy Campus
Presentation about our Elementary Programme (Grade 1 to 8) at the Academy campus (3 Sunforest Drive, Brampton)

Who should attend:
-Parents who have a child entering Grade 1 in September 2018 or in future years
-Parents who have a child entering other Elementary Grade levels in September 2018

Making a Most Critical Decision in your Child’s Education.

 RMS’ Academic-based Private Education or Play-based Public Education?
Curriculum represented by a number of pencils each marked with a subject listed on them

  • Presentation on our enriched Grade Level Curriculum & Educational Programmes
  • School Tour
  • Meet our Grade 1 teachers and Administrative staff
  • Results at RMS versus public school
  • French at RMS versus public school French Immersion
  • Learn about our registration process, schedule and options

NOTE: Supervision is available for your child(ren) while you attend. The presentation is approximately two hours long and the guided school tour takes approximately 20 – 30 minutes.

 

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