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Montessori Preschool in Mesa, AZ
Desert Shadows Montessori, Mesa:
Desert Shadows Montessori, located in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, is a private preschool providing a Montessori environment for children 2.5 years old through kindergarten for over 20 years. Desert Shadows Montessori was founded in 1988 by Eileen Shea. In 2002, her daughter, Pat Shea Barton took over as director. We are dedicated to following each child-- to serve each child's needs in a Montessori environment. Desert Shadows serves about 40 families each year.
Our Approach:
- Multi-age:
Children 2.5 years through kindergarten experience the same environment, together. This allows for children to develop at their own pace. Younger children can observe older children's work and lessons.
- Self-guided:
Children in our Montessori classroom choose what they would like to do during the day. They also choose how long they would like to spend on each activity or "work."
- Individuality:
The materials in the classroom are presented indiviually to children. Materials are designed to be self-correcting and interesting to children while extending concentration.
Children's house:
The classroom is designed to be a children's house. Children are full participants in maintaining the classroom. This also means that if a group of children is fascinated by a topic, we will take the time to explore the topic more fully.
Faculty:
Director, Ms. Pat Shea Barton has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University. She also holds a Masters of Arts in Information Research and Library Science from the University of Arizona and a Masters of Arts in Education from Ottawa University.
Ms. Pat is adjunct faculty at South Mountain Community College where she teaches in the Montessori teacher training program. She has also participated in the Governor's Emergent Leaders Program.
Miss Kari is a Montessori Early Childhood teacher and has been at Desert Shadows for 5 years. She also is a Suzuki trained music instructor. Miss Kari directs the toddler community. She is completing her student teaching portion of the infant/toddler training through MECA Seton training Center outside of Chicago.
Montessori Preschool for 2.5 year olds through Kindergarten:
- Montessori preschool for 2.5 year olds to kindergarten
- Parent Baby Class
- Toddler Program
- Family Yoga Nights
- Family Gathering
- Art Classes for Children
- Suzuki Violin Classes for Toddlers
Address:
6709 E. University Dr., Mesa, Arizona , USA
The Scottsdale School
Courses / Programs
The Scottsdale School is located in Scottsdale, north of Phoenix in Maricopa County, Arizona. The Scottsdale School is the oldest private school in Scottsdale, offering a complete preschool and kindergarten curriculum. Our preschool begins at age two and goes to age five for Jr. Kindergarten. Sr. Kindergarten children age from five to six. In addition we provide summer camp and after school care for students and elementary-age children.There's nothing more important to us than caring for your children. Our warm, safe environment and nurturing staff help give children the opportunity to grow and thrive while developing a love for learning that can last a lifetime. In addition to our preschool and kindergarten curriculum, the Scottsdale School offers a range of onsite enrichment activities to make the school experience rewarding and fun.
Preschool and Kindergarten Programs for Children From 2 to 6 Years:
- After School Care
- Onsite Enrichment Programs including dance, karate, yoga, Spanish, gymnastics, music and piano
- Summer Camp
- After School Care
- Onsite Enrichment Programs including dance, karate, yoga, Spanish, gymnastics, music and piano
- Summer Camp
Scottsdale Christian Academy, Phoenix
Courses / Programs
Scottsdale Christian Academy is a private co-educational Christian PreK-12 school located in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. We offer early childhood, elementary, middle and high school programs with a college preparatory curriculum, advanced placement and honors courses as well as college prep PSAT, SAT and ACT. Scottsdale Christian Academy is widely regarded as one of America’s finest Christian schools. Our goal is to produce lifelong learners. To accomplish this goal, SCA offers a balanced approach mentally, spiritually, physically, and emotionally in an effort to prepare today’s leaders for tomorrow’s challenges.
We help students acquire the skills and attitudes necessary to be lifelong learners who can achieve their educational potential. SCA provides opportunities to participate in a quality extracurricular program that includes mission activities, band, choir, drama, athletics and various clubs. SCA is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International. All teachers are fully degreed and have state certification.
Christian Programs from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade:
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, math, science, social studies, world languages (French, Chinese, Spanish), computer science, fine arts, physical education
- Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
- College Preparatory Courses PSAT, ACT and SAT
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary School, Middle School & High School
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, math, science, social studies, world languages (French, Chinese, Spanish), computer science, fine arts, physical education
- Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
- College Preparatory Courses PSAT, ACT and SAT
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary School, Middle School & High School
First Southern Christian School, Tucson
Courses / Programs
First Southern Christian School, located in Tucson, Arizona is a coed, Baptist affiliated private school offering grades PK-6. First Southern Christian School was established to provide an academically excellent Christian education for boys and girls in our area. We emphasize the importance of faith in God and His revealed Word, the Bible and we challenge students to reach their full potential, academically.
- Preschool Program
- Kindergarten Program
- Elementary Grades 1- 6 Programs
- Small Group Bible Studies
- Sunday School
- Southern Pines Baptist Camp
- Kindergarten Program
- Elementary Grades 1- 6 Programs
- Small Group Bible Studies
- Sunday School
- Southern Pines Baptist Camp
Stage Dreams Youth Theater, Phoenix
Courses / Programs
Stage Dreams Youth Theater is a fun, family-centered and nurturing educational theater program providing K-12 students with the opportunity to learn theatrical skills. Classes are held in convenient areas in the North West Valley of Phoenix, AZ. We provide Stage classes, Acting lessons, Voice Training, Theater Performance classes, and more. Our programs are designed so that kids can explore and develop their theatrical talents while maintaining a well-balanced family and academic life.Stage Dreams provides a fun, safe and creative setting for children to create theater. Kids will have the opportunity to learn skills and have professional theater experience. To help them succeed, we provide high-quality expert instruction and support.
Family-Centered Educational Theater Programs for K-12th Grade Children:
Dream Classes (K-12 Students learn a musical production)
- 2 hours per week for 14 weeks
- 2 performances in the Glendale College Theater
Stage Classes (developing theater skills such as acting, singing, and dancing)
- Voice / Vocal Training Classes (6-weeks)
- "Actor’s Toolkit" Acting Classes (6-weeks)
Dream Classes (K-12 Students learn a musical production)
- 2 hours per week for 14 weeks
- 2 performances in the Glendale College Theater
Stage Classes (developing theater skills such as acting, singing, and dancing)
- Voice / Vocal Training Classes (6-weeks)
- "Actor’s Toolkit" Acting Classes (6-weeks)
Seton Catholic Preparatory High School
Courses / Programs
Seton Catholic Preparatory School is a private co-educational high school located southeast of Phoenix in Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona and offers a college preparatory curriculum with advanced and honors courses as well as college prep SAT and ACT for grades 9-12. Accredited through North Central Association (NCA) and Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA), Seton Catholic High School provides a college preparatory education with graduation requirements that meet or exceed college entrance criteria. Ninety-nine percent of graduating seniors continue their education, many with college credits already earned through Advanced Placement courses. Each year the student body includes several National Merit Finalists and the average test scores for Seton Catholic graduates consistently exceed the overall average scores of college-bound Arizona students.
Co-Educational High School Programs (Grades 9-12)
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, science, math, history, psychology, economics, electives and P.E.
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Honors Courses
- College Prep Courses SAT and ACT
- Summer School
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, science, math, history, psychology, economics, electives and P.E.
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Honors Courses
- College Prep Courses SAT and ACT
- Summer School
Tucson Waldorf School
Courses / Programs
Tucson Waldorf School, located in Tucson, Arizona is a private school for kids offering programs from Pre-K through to Grade 8. Our Waldorf school will cultivate clarity of thought, sensitivity of feeling, and strength of will, enabling its students to become balanced, creative human beings capable of independent human judgment. Graduates will meet the challenges of the future with compassion, courage, confidence, and innovation.Tucson Waldorf School is a developing member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).
- Grades One through Eight
- Kindergarten
- Nursery
- Parent-Child Classes
- Early Childhood Classes
- Mixed-Age Kindergartens
- Playgroup
- Kindergarten
- Nursery
- Parent-Child Classes
- Early Childhood Classes
- Mixed-Age Kindergartens
- Playgroup