Exciting news! USA TODAY featured us in their latest article on Montessori education. Our executive director, Munir Shivji, shares insights on how the Montessori method nurtures independent, curious, and confident learners. Discover why Montessori schools are thriving globally. Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/eEHbScQ4
American Montessori Society
Education Administration Programs
Empowering humanity to build a better world through Montessori.
About us
The American Montessori Society (AMS) is the foremost advocate for quality Montessori education. AMS sets the high professional standards that inform Montessori education as practiced in AMS-accredited schools and taught in AMS-affiliated teacher education programs. AMS provides an information center for its members, the media, and the public; a voice in the public policy arena; and a mobilizing force for the global Montessori community, through support services, research, and professional development events. Thousands enjoy AMS membership globally and attend AMS's premier conference for professional Montessori educators, The Montessori Event, in person and online. AMS comprises over 20,000 members, including 1,300 private and public schools.
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http://www.amshq.org
External link for American Montessori Society
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1960
- Specialties
- Education and Montessori Method
Locations
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Primary
211 E 43rd St
7th Floor
New York, 10017, US
Employees at American Montessori Society
Updates
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Honoring the 2025 AMS Living Legacy: Charles Terranova With over 50 years of service, Charles has shaped Montessori education as a teacher, school founder, and advocate. We’re proud to recognize his lifelong commitment to advancing the Montessori movement. 📅 Join us at #TheMontessoriEvent this March 13–16, in Denver to celebrate his legacy. Early Bird registration is now open, and we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉 https://hubs.ly/Q02WdS360 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation
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🚀 Registration is NOW OPEN for #TheMontessoriEvent 2025! Join us March 13–16, 2025 in Denver, CO or online for a long weekend of expert-led learning, idea sharing, and meaningful connections with the global Montessori community. 🌍 Don't miss out on 200+ sessions, inspiring keynotes, and exciting networking opportunities! 🎓✨ Register now for Early Bird rates: https://hubs.ly/Q02W9Gwn0 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation
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🌱 We’re delighted to welcome Alexis Nikole Nelson as a keynote speaker for #TheMontessoriEvent 2025, March 13-16 in Denver & online! Alexis, a James Beard Award-winning forager and outdoor educator with over 5 million followers, will guide us in reframing our relationship with food. Through song, humor, and rich storytelling, she’ll explore African American and Indigenous food traditions, empowering us to make sustainable and meaningful food choices. From woods to oceans, she’ll reveal how wild foods can nourish both our palates and the planet. ⏰ Only 3 days until Early Bird registration opens! Register for The Montessori Event on October 28 for best rates. #Montessori #MontessoriEducation #TheMontessoriEvent
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🌍 We’re excited to welcome Ruha Benjamin as a keynote speaker for #TheMontessoriEvent 2025, March 13-16 in Denver & online! Ruha, an award-winning author and Princeton professor, will explore themes from her latest book, Imagination: A Manifesto. In this inspiring address, she will invite us to break free from limiting social norms and reimagine institutions grounded in solidarity and justice. With practical wisdom and Toni Morrison’s challenge to “dream a little before you think,” Ruha empowers us to build communities where everyone can thrive. 📅 Mark your calendars! Early Bird registration opens October 28. #Montessori #MontessoriEducation
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🎨 We welcome @erikwahl as a keynote speaker at The Montessori Event! 🌟 Erik will present "The Art of Vision for Educators," an interactive keynote that uses art as a metaphor to inspire educators to build a vision for our children's future. As an internationally recognized artist, TED speaker, and bestselling author, Erik challenges us to redefine the role of teachers as both artists and architects of learning. Registration opens soon! 📅 Hold your spot today, and get first access to early bird registration. https://hubs.ly/Q02TZLbC0 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation #TheMontessoriEvent
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🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Suneel Gupta as a keynote speaker for #TheMontessoriEvent 2025, happening March 13-16 in Denver, CO and online! Suneel is a bestselling author, founding CEO of RISE (Apple's App of the Year), Harvard Medical School visiting scholar, and global documentary host. His work uncovers the habits of extraordinary leaders who achieve breakthrough levels of productivity, resilience, and well-being. Suneel will blend neuroscience, research, and personal stories to teach actionable strategies on elevating performance and emotional health. Get ready to learn how small, meaningful habits can spark big transformations—at work and beyond! 📅 Hold your spot today, and we’ll notify you as soon as early bird registration is open! https://hubs.ly/Q02TSM-k0 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation
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🌟 Want first access to The Montessori Event 2025? 🌟 There are only 5 days left to join the Hold My Spot list for: ✨ Early registration before it opens to the public ✨ Exclusive Early Bird Discounts ✨ The best rates at The Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center Reserve your spot and be part of the 65th anniversary celebration! 🙌Join the Hold My Spot list before time runs out! https://hubs.ly/Q02TDsCF0 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation #TheMontessoriEvent
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AMS Global Update: Our Executive Director, Munir Shivji, along with an AMS delegation, had the profound honor of visiting Shreyas Foundation in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India—an educational institution that beautifully integrates the philosophies of Maria Montessori, Rabindranath Tagore, and Mahatma Gandhi. Founded in 1947, Shreyas is set on a stunning 28-acre wooded campus and offers education from pre-kindergarten through 10th grade. As one of the pioneering Montessori schools in India, it was established with Dr. Maria Montessori herself as its first president. Over the years, Shreyas has evolved into a multilingual day and residential center, with a strong commitment to the welfare, spiritual growth, and character development of its students. Our visit to this extraordinary institution highlights the enduring global impact of Montessori education. #AMS #Montessori #India #GlobalMontessori
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📢 Join us for AMS Learning Live with the inspiring Donovan Livingston—award-winning educator, poet, and Montessori parent! 🌟 Discover how to recognize students and families as knowledge bearers and rethink how we define learning in Montessori communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a powerful voice in education and explore innovative teaching strategies. 🗓️ Save the date: October 28! Register now for this insightful session + Q&A. https://hubs.ly/Q02T8b0L0 #Montessori #MontessoriEducation