About
RiverRun
RiverRun follows the
educational philosophies and methods of Maria Montessori - practicing the
‘study of life’; implements a whole-child approach that considers the
intellectual, physical, creative, and spiritual dimensions of each student; and
provides an individualized educational experience.
The
traditional Montessori-based curriculum fosters
student initiative in the learning experience, features a great deal of
hands-on learning materials, leads students to immersion in thematic
studies, and focuses on achieving social harmony within its community
environment. Students work research-style, either independently or in small groups.
They move from the concrete to the abstract motivated by their own interests,
efforts, and experiences. Guided as appropriate by the directress, students
choose their own activities based on their curiosity, imagination, and level
of intellect.
RiverRun students
learn about geography, history, language,
mathematics, science, music, art, and everyday living. Recess is an important part of every
day. Clubs, intramurals, and extracurricular activities are made available based
on students’ interests.
In addition, RiverRun
strives to function as a community within a community and to actively incorporate the
wider community into its routine operations by way of curriculum content, field
studies, and
community visitors to the school.
RiverRun initially serves
a single, ower elementary classroom of students ages 6 to 9 years
(1st to 3rd grades) in a multi-age environment. The working Board of Trustees
are responsible for the administration and leadership of the school. Educational
activities are led by a Montessori-trained directress.
We believe that the family is the first and
foremost educator throughout the child’s life and that learning occurs
within the context of the family. A solid connection between RiverRun and
our families is important to foster the best educational experience for
students.
School days
are from 8:50 AM to 3:05 PM per the school calendar.
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Key Components of a RiverRun Education
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“The elementary child has reached a new level of development.
Before he was interested in things:
working with his hands, learning their
names.
Now he is interested mainly in the how and
why...
the problem of cause and effect.”
- Maria Montessori
