Nurturing Global Citizens: Implementing Montessori Dual Language Classrooms

Send us Fan MailHow can administrators successfully implement and sustain a dual language program in a Montessori school? In this presentation, Melissa Rohan shares her experience leading Waterfront Academy, a Catholic, bilingual (Spanish-English) Montessori school founded in 2013. She provides a practical and philosophical framework for school leaders looking to integrate dual immersion while staying true to Montessori principles.✨ Key Topics Covered:The educational, cognitive, and long-term benefits of dual language immersionChallenges administrators face when launching and maintaining bilingual programsStrategic planning and vision alignment for staff, teachers, and familiesLeveraging Montessori’s planes of development to support language acquisitionBuilding strong school–home partnerships for language reinforcementAssessment and accountability tools for consistent program success📌 Learn More About Waterfront Academy:🌐 Website: https://www.waterfrontacademy.org📱 Follow Us on Social Media:➡️ Facebook: / waterfrontacademy  ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waterfronta...➡️ Pinterest: / waterfrontacademymontessori  ➡️ Twitter: https://x.com/waterfrontacad👍 If you’re an administrator exploring or improving a dual language program, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more Montessori leadership insights.#MontessoriLeadership #DualLanguage #SchoolAdministration #BilingualEducation #Montessori