We will strive to provide the best educational
opportunities for your child, from the moment he or she
walks through our doors, through their graduation from
our program. We will prompt them to learn by enhancing
their senses, curiosity, and physical mobility, all in
the most ideal environment, thereby creating a high
level of skill development and independence. We will
strive to focus their natural curiosity to learn while
respecting their individuality.
As we employ Montessori, Social/Education ideals, we
will help students tap into their greatest strengths and
lay a solid foundation for all future learning. Our
style includes an emphasis on positive reinforcement and
welcoming students to an environment that is
challenging, yet free of frustration. Each according to
their own gifts and all in the name of helping them to
fulfill themselves and the world by their realization of
the gift that is learning.
Our Tenets
The Pizarro School for Montessori Learning
is, in every sense of the word, a "Casa de Bambini", or
"Children's House"
Starting with its approach to education, the Pizarro
School employs the proven Montessori system, by far the
most "child-friendly" method of education ever devised.
Embracing the development of the whole child:
intellectual, social, physical, emotional and spiritual,
through techniques and methods designed with the child
(not the adult) in mind, the Montessori way IS the
child's way.
With each classroom serving as a self-contained unit,
with its own restroom, sink and wash area, the Pizarro
School is, actually, host to several "Children's
Houses". Here, the children are encouraged to care for
their surroundings: keeping things in order, cleaning,
organizing, and contributing to the upkeep of their
"House". While the empowering freedom of the Montessori
system enables them to strive for their full development
as unique individuals, our program and its environment
also teaches the importance of self-control,
responsibility, sharing and good citizenship.
- The Pizarro School for Montessori Learning
understands the importance of tradition.
From its unique School uniform to its wood
furnishings and appointments, the Pizarro School pays
homage and respect to the traditions of the past while
enjoying the modern amenities of the present. Good
manners, civility, and love of country are encouraged
here, not forgotten. The Flag of the United States is
respected and the complete Pledge of Allegiance is
recited.
- The Pizarro School for Montessori Learning is
a believer in the power of family and faith.
Just as every building needs a strong foundation, we
believe that each and every person needs a strong
foundation too, provided in large part by the warmth and
love of family and the guidance and strength of faith.
At the Pizarro School, we encourage and support the
family in all of its unique blends and treat our
children and their parents as part of our greater School
family. At the Pizarro School, we encourage and respect
the role of faith in our lives and are open to families
of all faiths. Although as a School we do not adhere to
a particular denomination, we believe in the importance
of a relationship with God, and as such, our program
encourages each child to develop this special bond.
- The Pizarro School for Montessori Learning
understands that each and every child is a gift to the
parent, and that each and every parent's sacrifice on
their child's behalf is, in return, their gift to the
child.
Regardless of one's means, sending a child to private
school is no small sacrifice. It requires a special
dedication, on the part of the parent, to choose the
right school. It also requires a significant financial
investment. But parents who choose private schools
provide their child with the best opportunity for he or
she to rise above and beyond the low standards of the
public school system and achieve the solid academic
foundations critical to their future success. Parents
who choose private schools get an opportunity to provide
their child with an optimal learning environment; a
setting where each child can feel happy and secure, and
where the children of like-minded parents get together
in pursuit of the same goals. At the Pizarro School for
Montessori Learning, we appreciate the trust our parents
have placed in us to meet these needs and as such, work
very hard to exceed their expectations in all regards.
We understand our unique responsibility and are thankful
of the opportunity given to provide this "gift".
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