.The Arts

...... In Montessori, the Arts are not set apart from the rest of the curriculum. They are modes of exploring and expanding lessons that have been introduced in science, history, geography, English, foreign languages and mathematics.

For example, students sculpt dinosaurs in science, create dioramas for history, construct geometric designs and solids for math, and express their feelings about a musical composition through painting.

Art history and appreciation are woven throughout our history and geography curriculums. Traditional folk-arts are used to extend the curriculum as well. A few examples of popular art projects include painting, sculpture, pottery, weaving, photography and woodworking.

Primary and Lower School classrooms include their own art center in which students can work on projects during the day.

Our Primary and Lower School music program focuses on developing basic music theory, primarily using the voice and percussion instruments, integrated with dance. At every level, we stress appreciation for all types of music, from international folk music to the classics.

All students participate in dramatic performances that are performed for the parents. Older students may also participate in performances that are performed only for the younger children. Once again, the performing arts weave in other subject areas. For example, each year the elementary students stage a science fair that integrates science and formal presentation to the parents and younger children. As you can guess by now, all costumes and staging are prepared by the students.