K I N G S L E Y M O N T E S S O R I S C H O O L

Make this summer a fun, hands-on experience!

Experiential

& STEM-Based

Program

Welcome to Summertime! encouraging creativity & exploration

Kingsley’s Summertime Program centers on project-based learning that is creative, goal oriented, and collaborative. During two-week thematic sessions, students will flex their problem-solving skills and make fast friends through fun, hands-on activities.

Elementary students, ages 6-11, will turn their neighborhood into a learning lab by exploring the city around them. Themes for this year: The Great Imaginarium (June 23-July 3), Prehistoric Adventure (July 7-18), and Colonial Time Travelers (July 21-August 1).

Preschool students, ages 3-5, will welcome exciting guest artists and scientists into their Montessori classroom. Themes for this year: Bugs and Butterflies (June 23-July 3), Sky and Sea (July 7-18), and Fish and Flowers (July 21-August 1).

By using the principles of STE[+a]M education, Elementary students will integrate the traditional academic subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics into multifaceted projects. Preschool students investigate their Montessori environment receiving math, science, and arts enrichment.

What is ste[+a]m?

ste[+a]m is a framework for teaching across the disciplines developed by founding researcher georgette yakman.

• nurturing innovation

• Building collaborative problem-solving skills

• hands-on learning

• inquiry-based projects

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Who’s Who? meet our Faculty & staFF

elementary classroom advisors

The Classroom Advisor leads Elementary students in specialized morning classes. In the afternoon, they collaborate with Elementary students to design and implement an inquiry-based project that integrates science, engineering, writing, technology, and art.

elementary urban advisors

The Urban Advisor directs student activities such as early arrival, morning meetings, lunch, field trips, and extended day. They also support academic classes, teach fun songs, play games, and lead craft projects.

preschool montessori teachers

Our Montessori teachers create a Preschool and

Kindergarten classroom environment that mirrors that of the school

year. They work with Fine Arts and Science Specialists who guide enrichment activities within the classroom.

preschool enrichment teachers

Our Enrichment teachers plan and lead activities in science, art, music, and math enrichment. Additionally, they offer support to the Montessori teachers in the classroom.

“You see things; and you say, ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were;

and I say, ‘Why not’?” — George Bernard Shaw

Preschool ages 3 through 5

storytellers•artworkshops•scienceandculture movement•livecreatures•communitybuildinggames

Preschool students, ages 3-5, enjoy a morning of Montessori investigation, art, music, and interactive movement games. During each two-week thematic session, students enjoy outdoor science activities, visits from guest artists, and enrichment activities, which complement and extend classroom learning. Visitors have included storytellers, zoologists, authors, scientists, and musicians.

June 23 - July 3 BUGS and

BUTTERFLIES

July 7 - 18 SKY and SEA

July 21 - August 1 FISH and FLOWERS

sampledailyschedule

8:00 early arrival: yoga and movement

9:00 arrival and morning circle

9:30 guided investigations

11:15 art project/music class

12:00 lunch&half-day dismissal,readaloudand nap/rest

2:00 outdoor science and movement activities

4:00 regularFull-daydismissal

4:00 extendedday:crafts, art,music,andgames

5:00 extendeddaydismissal

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preschoolFull-day 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ($975/two week session)

preschoolhalF-day9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m ($625/two week session)

early arrival 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. ($150/two week session)

extendedday4:00 - 5:00 p.m. ($150/two week session)

Elementary ages 6 through 11

science•engineering•writing•technology•art•math music•urBan excursions

Elementary students, ages 6-11, are grouped in age-appropriate teams to explore Boston through inquiry-based projects. Each class project is designed to focus on teamwork, collaborative problem-solving, and hands-on learning. Students work together with Classroom Advisors on multifaceted projects, focusing on science, engineering, writing, technology, and art. To help inspire each project, students investigate our thriving, city neighborhood every day.

June 23 - July 3 THE GREAT

IMAGINARIUM

July 7 - 18 PREHISTORIC ADVENTURE

July 21 - August 1 COLONIAL TIME

TRAVELERS

sampledailyschedule

8:00 early arrival: yoga and movement

9:00 arrival and morning meeting

9:30 ste[+a]m enrichment projects

12:00 lunch and read aloud

1:00 urban excursions

4:00 regularFull-daydismissal

4:00 extendedday:crafts, art,music,andgames

5:00 extendeddaydismissal

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elementaryFull-day 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ($975/two week session)

early arrival 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. ($150/two week session)

extendedday4:00 - 5:00 p.m. ($150/two week session)

Highlights New for Summer 2014!

earlyarrival&extendeddayactivities

Students enrolled in early arrival and extended day participate in directed activities that include yoga, movement, community building games, outdoor play, arts and crafts, and summer work help.

dailyurbanexcursionsforelementary

Elementary students explore the city to complement their classroom experience with visits to cultural and historical landmarks. Past excursions include the Harvard Museum of Natural History, Boston Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts, Fenway Park, Symphony Hall, and the MIT Museum.

enrichment activities for preschool and kindergarten

Enrichment activities led by special visitors are planned throughout the program for our Preschool and Kindergarten students. From storytelling to investigating live creatures, these additional offerings complement and extend classroom learning.

Enroll by March 13 and receive $50 off per session for the full-day program or $25 off per session for the half-day program.

Enroll your child today at:Summertime Program Registration

“If you never did, you should. These things are fun and fun is good!”— Dr. Seuss

early enrollment discount!

“From learning about the natural treasures in our historical neighborhood to making new friends, the Summertime program was an amazing experience for my child. I look forward to sending him again next year.” — Summertime at Kingsley parent

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2014

Photography by Brian Diescher and Kingsley Parents, Teachers, and Staff. JAN2014

For additional information about Kingsley’s Summertime Program, contact Beau Kenyon

at 617-226-4903 or bkenyon@kingsley.org.