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Peace Pod Montessori has opened in Augusta, filling the void left by the sudden closure of Westabou Montessori School. Located at St. Luke United Methodist Church, it aims to support families seeking Montessori education for children aged 18 months to 12 years. Founded by former Westabou teachers, Peace Pod emphasizes collaboration with families and personalized learning. To ease the transition, they offer the first month free for previous Westabou families. Enrollment includes both full-time and part-time options, reflecting community commitment to maintaining quality education amid recent changes.
Augusta – A new educational institution, Peace Pod Montessori, has officially opened its doors in Augusta, following the unexpected closure of Westabou Montessori School. The closure was announced by Westabou’s board just days before the start of the new academic year, attributed to financial insolvency after multiple considerations of potential options to keep operations running. In light of this sudden gap, Peace Pod Montessori aims to meet the immediate demand for Montessori education in the area.
Peace Pod Montessori is situated at St. Luke United Methodist Church and is supported by Good Neighbors Ministries. The program is set to begin its classes on Tuesday, August 12, in hopes of providing a seamless transition for families affected by the closure of Westabou Montessori. Classes are offered for children aged between 18 months and 12 years.
The establishment of Peace Pod Montessori was spearheaded by former Westabou Montessori teachers Rose Pierce and Selina Abner. With the aim to maintain a continuous and enriching Montessori learning environment, the new program is designed to serve homeschooling families and children, following the principles that underpin Montessori education, including multi-age learning, personalized instruction, and fostering independence in young learners.
One of the key features of Peace Pod Montessori is the emphasis on collaboration between educators and families. The organization believes that working closely with families results in enhanced learning outcomes for children. Unlike traditional schooling, parents will retain responsibility for their student records at Peace Pod Montessori, allowing for tailored educational experiences that cater to individual student needs.
In recognition of the sudden changes faced by families who had already committed to Westabou Montessori, Peace Pod Montessori is offering the first month of August free for those who previously paid tuition there. This outreach aims to ease the transition for families and assist them in maintaining their children’s educational continuity.
Current enrollment opportunities at Peace Pod Montessori include both full-time and part-time spots, allowing families to choose the educational schedule that best fits their needs. The quick formation of this organization speaks to a community-driven effort to ensure that Montessori education remains available in the region, preventing disruptions in learning during a volatile time.
The immediate response to Westabou Montessori’s closure reflects a broader commitment to education in Augusta. Parents and educators are actively focused on providing a stable and nurturing environment for children amid uncertainties within the educational landscape.
As families navigate the changes brought about by the closure of a well-established local school, the establishment of Peace Pod Montessori represents a hopeful opportunity for continued Montessori education, driven by dedicated educators who understand the unique needs of their students.
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- WFXG: Former Westabou Montessori Teachers Launch New Learning Pod
- Wikipedia: Montessori Education
- WRDW: Westabou Montessori School Blames Financial Woes for Closure
- Google Search: Westabou Montessori
- The Augusta Press: Westabou Montessori School Closes
- Google Scholar: Montessori School Closure
- WJBF: Westabou Montessori School Announces Closure
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Montessori Method
- WFXG: What’s Next for Students After Westabou Montessori Closure
- Google News: Montessori Education
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