Knowing Where to Start: Using a Screener to Assess Children at the Beginning of the Year in a 3-6 Classroom
Are you looking for a way to quickly understand which Montessori skills children are entering your 3-6 classroom with at the start of the year either because they are new to your school or are returning children who may have experienced “summer slide”? This efficient workshop will explore why and how to use a screener and will include exclusive access to the screener we built with teachers, for teachers at Montessori For All.
WORKSHOP OUTCOMES & AGENDA
▶︎ Identify the key components of an effective screener.
▶︎ Delineate the priority skills for each grade level that are important to measure at the start of the year.
▶︎ Explain how to assess priority skills in an objective and measurable way.
▶︎ Identify next steps based on initial screener results.
FREE DOWNLOADABLE HANDOUTS
▶︎ Screener to use with Pre-K4 children at the start of the school year
▶︎ Screener to use with kindergarteners at the start of the school year
THIS WEBINAR IS IDEAL FOR YOU IF
▶︎ You are a Montessori guide serving children in a 3-6 classroom.
▶︎ You are an administrator or coach who wants a more clear and consistent way to see how children are doing in relation to Montessori outcomes across multiple classrooms.
▶︎ You are eager to see if your children are impacted by “summer slide.”
▶︎ You want to communicate baseline levels and progress to families in a consistent, unbiased way.
Best for teachers and administrators for 3-6.
Workshop length: ~30 minutes
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: IF YOU BUY THE VIDEO, CAN YOU WATCH IT AGAIN?
A: Absolutely! You can rewatch it as many times as you want.
Q: IS THIS WORKSHOP LIVE?
A: No. You are free to watch this workshop on your own schedule, at your own pace!
Q: How long is the workshop?
A: The workshop is intentionally only ~30 minutes. We know how busy you are and want to respect your limited time.
Q: Can I ask questions during the workshop?
A: No, but you are welcome to email us your questions any time!
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Sara Cotner is the Founder and Executive Director of Montessori For All, a national nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas. With over 20 years of experience in education, Sara has worked in various educational settings, including conventional schools, charter schools, and public Montessori programs.
Under her leadership, Montessori For All launched Austin's first free public Montessori school, serving nearly 500 children from infants through upper elementary. The organization is dedicated to fully implementing Montessori education in a way that achieves equitable outcomes for all children. Through developing innovative tools, processes, and professional development, Montessori For All supports public Montessori schools across the United States, ensuring that every child can thrive academically and holistically.