Category: Community

There are a plethora of ways that children build community in their environments at school. In the Children’s House, one way children participate in the life of the environment is by bringing in community gifts –  items for snack, vegetable cutting or pet care that have been requested by their guide. Children take pride in … Continue reading “Community Gifts”

The team at Villa di Maria is delighted to announce the addition of Hannah Hull! Hannah’s work at VdM is multi-faceted, often requiring flexibility and quick transitions. She has stepped into all of her roles with grace and ease. Welcome, Hannah – it’s great to have you! Describe your educational background. I’ve never wanted to … Continue reading “Introducing Hannah Hull…”

Welcome back! We are delighted to welcome new families into our community as we gear up for a glorious spring semester at Villa di Maria! The new year is often a time when folks embrace change and take ownership of different parts of their lives or routines. While these changes and shifts can happen at … Continue reading “Happy New Year!”

Villa di Maria’s Upper Elementary class has been busy preparing for the Winter Concert. The play has been written, casting is complete, lines are (mostly!) memorized, blocking and lighting are all in order. Music is always a key feature in the Upper Elementary play and this year the group was lucky enough to work with … Continue reading “Getting Ready….”

Most of you reading this post have already been inundated with the importance of reading to your children from very early on. Many probably follow the 20 or 30 minutes daily rule to foster a love of reading in your child. Reading to your children is wonderful. Please keep doing it. If you’re not already … Continue reading “Fostering a Love of Reading”