St Nicholas Montessori Teachers Association

Workshop & Network 2018			Location
September	10th Monday	North West Montessori Education Network Date: 10th September 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Yoga for students & teachers - well being Content: During this workshop, we will look at the benefits of yoga for children and why we introduce these valuable tools in childhood. We will also explore using practical methods on how to incorporate children’s yoga and mindfulness in the Montessori room. About Children's Yoga Louise teaches yoga in Schools with compassion, encouragement, and mindfulness. Classes are designed for each age group and centre on different themes. Classes can be tailored to tie in with projects that the schools are working on with children eg, Anti-bullying, mindfulness, being active, building self-confidence etc. During Children’s yoga with Louise, the focus is mainly on Hatha Yoga or Physical Yoga and is delivered in a fun manner incorporating singing, story-telling, exploration of ideas and games. During classes children will practice breathing techniques, physical Asana poses, partner work, singing, artwork, and relaxations. Classes emphasize fun, are non-competitive and help kids to build self-esteem building an awareness of their body through movement and stillness. Presenter: Louise Waters Venue: The Great Southern Hotel Sligo, Strandhill Road, Sligo Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Sligo
September	19th Wednesday	Cork Montessori Education Network Date: Wednesday 19th September 2018 Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Topic: Supporting the Development of Mathematical Brain Content: Fundamental activities connecting and developing mathematical brain Multi-sensory teaching using concrete objects will help to establish abstract mathematical concepts. • The language of maths. • Sequencing. • Sorting • Orientation • Memory. Child’s confidence and self-esteem. Presenter: Mary Ahern Venue: Cork City Childcare Company, Suite 1, Marina Commercial Park, Centre Park Road, Cork Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Cork
September	29th Saturday	Dublin Montessori Education Workshop Date: Saturday 29th September 2018 Time: 9.45am – 1.00pm Topic: Early Literacy Content: “Literacy includes the capacity to read, understand and critically appreciate various forms of communication including spoken language, printed text, broadcast media, and digital media” Montessori philosophy - basis for language development Absorbent Mind Sensitive Periods Prepared Environment -a stimulating rich language environment The role of the teacher Supporting the development of children’s communication skills verbal and non-verbal communication; knowledge of sound, pattern, rhythm and repetition awareness of symbols, print and picture all play a key role in the development of their literacy skills. Listening skills Speaking skills Early pre-reading and writing skills Aistear Siolta Practice Guide –Communicating Presenter: Mina Walsh, Adv. Mont. Ed, BA in Mont.Ed., M.Ed. Venue: Royal Marine Hotel, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin Schedule: Registration: 9.45 a.m.-10.00 a.m. Starting time: 10.00 a.m. Refreshments: 11.15 a.m. Finish: 1.00 p.m. Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie Booking Form: click here Fee: Members: €15 Others: €30	Dublin
October	8th Monday	Limerick Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 8th October 2018 Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Topic: Children's Grief Project Content: Introduction and background to the center. Introduction and background to the center. Services provided by the center. Referral process and how the support sessions work. Importance of early intervention. Tips for teachers on how to recognise signs that support may be needed. Resources that may be useful Books/links to websites/ articles. Presenter: Sister Helen Culhane Venue: Limerick Childcare Committee, Lwr Ground Floor, Croom Mills, Croom, Co. Limerick Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Limerick
October	11th Thursday	Kilkenny Montessori Education Network Date: Thursday 11th October 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Sensorial Education Content: This will be a practical and interactive session will begin with a discussion on the sensorial materials their use and the benefits to the child’s development. This will be followed by presentations and exploration of sensorial materials. Due to the interactive nature of this workshop it is expected that particular emphasis will be placed on activities highlighted for discussion by attendees“ The period of life which lies between three and six years is a period of rapid psychical growth and building up the sensorial mental faculties. The child of this age is developing his senses; his attention is therefore directed towards the observation of his surroundings.” (Montessori, 1972: 144) Presenter: Mina Walsh BA Montessori Ed., M Ed. Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre, Seville Lodge, Callan Road, Kilkenny Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Kilkenny
October	15th Monday	Galway Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 15th October 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: The Food Pyramid Content: • Discussion on Food and Nutrition - the benefits of the activities in supporting healthy eating and exercise. • Presentation of Food Pyramid • Practical application, ideas, and activities that will support children in developing healthy eating habits and implementing a healthy eating policy in your school. • Open Forum Presenter: Mary Fleming Venue: Menlo Park Hotel & Conference Centre, Terryland, Galway Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Galway
October	22nd Monday	Mayo Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 22nd October 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Drama in the Montessori Setting Content: The presentation and discussion will include Drama a shared experience Linked to Aistear Síolta Practice Guide Planning- Seven goals for drama presentations Discussion on group management Strategies for the showcase performance Presenter: Maureen Leonard Dodd Venue: tfRoyal Hotel, Castlebar, Co. Mayo Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Mayo
October	23rd Tuesday	Dublin Montessori Education Members Meeting Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Sensorial Curriculum and Numerical Awareness -Mapped to Aistear Content: Sensorial materials and the development of numeracy. Discussion of materials, number, shape, space, patterns, classifying matching, comparing, sequencing and ordering Presenter: Mina Walsh BA Montessori Ed., M Ed. Venue: St. Nicholas House, 16 Adelaide St., Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin	Dublin
October	25th Thursday	Kildare Montessori Education Network Date: Thursday 25th October 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Early Numeracy in the Montessori Prepared Environment Content: • Importance of numeracy in early years, place in curriculum and links to Literacy and Numeracy Strategy, Síolta standards and Aistear themes will be explored and discussed. Resources –Montessori Manual • Numeracy as part of daily living • Early numeracy activities and ideas in the Montessori prepared environment • Planning & reviewing children’s learning • Please bring early numeracy activities for discussion and sharing • Open forum Presenter: Mina Walsh BA Montessori Ed., M Ed. Venue: Naas Community Centre, McAuley Place, Sallins Road, Naas, Co. Kildare Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Kildare
November	12th Monday	Limerick Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 12th November 2018 Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Topic: Transitions - How to support the child's transition into/within/from the Montessori Classroom Content: Linking closely with parents/carers to facilitate smooth transition into the Montessori Environment. Ensuring sensitivity to the child's needs at transition times throughout the day. Reflecting on the Montessori Curriculum - to guide the next steps in learning and to provide activities and materials based on children's needs and interests. Collaborating with relevant professionals to better support a child's learning and development - Speech therapist, Occupational therapist, Public Health Nurse, Social Worker etc. Supporting major transitions in a child's life - a new baby, house move, bereavement etc. Helping the child to transition into Primary School. The keeping and transfer of relevant information with ( parental consent ). Presenter: Miriam Hickey B.A. Montessori Ed. Venue: Limerick Childcare Committee, Lwr Ground Floor, Croom Mills, Croom, Co. Limerick Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Limerick
November	20th Tuesday	Kilkenny Montessori Education Network Date: Tuesday 20th November 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Sensorial Reflections –‘Fabric Box’ Material Making Content: The ‘Fabric Box’ activity will be presented. The purpose of this activity, place in the curriculum, links to literacy and numeracy development, Síolta standards and Aistear themes will be explored and discussed. Resources –Montessori Manual Making the material for Fabric Box activity. Appropriate fabrics will be supplied for making this activity Please bring Fabric Box related material and or activities you may have for discussion and sharing. Open Forum Presenter: Mina Walsh BA Montessori Ed., M Ed. Venue: Kilkenny Education Centre, Seville Lodge, Callan Road, Kilkenny Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Kilkenny
November	21st Wednesday	Cork Montessori Education Network Date: Wednesday 21st November 2018 Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Topic: Music Content: The discussion will include how the role of music in education can contribute to a child's overall development. A number of pedagogical techniques relevant to children in the age range three to six years old will be explored. These will relate to listening skills, rhythmic skills, singing skills, and musical games. The Hungarian composer and music educator, Zoltan Kodaly (1882 -1967) had a belief that music education should be everyone, he firmly believed that music has a strong influence on personal development that effects the entire personality. He wanted to introduce a universal music education for everyone from infants to adults. Presenter: Marie Fogarty B.A. Music, Diploma in Music, Diploma in Music Education. Marie holds a B.A. Music and a Diploma in Music Education which focused on the study of Pre Instrumental music in the early years. Marie studied teaching techniques and has teaching fellowships in Music and Drama. She teaches pre-instrumental music and a ‘Wind Works’ programme and piano. Venue: Cork City Childcare Company, Suite 1, Marina Commercial Park, Centre Park Road, Cork Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Cork
November	26th Monday	Carlow Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 26th November 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: The Montessori Practical Life Area of Living Content: • Discussion on Practical Life- the benefits of the activities in supporting independence, concentration, fine and gross motor skills, sense of responsibility, basis for future learning and promoting self-discipline, social and emotional development. • Presentation of four activities one from each of the following Elementary Movement, Care of Self, Care of the Environment, Grace and Courtesy. The purpose of these activities their place in curriculum links to literacy and numeracy development, Síolta standards and Aistear themes will be explored and discussed • Practical application, ideas and activities that will support you in helping children’s development • Resource: Montessori Manual. • Open Forum Presenter: Mina Walsh, Adv. Mont. Ed, BA in Mont.Ed., M.Ed. Venue: Carlow County Childcare Committee, Enterprise House, O'Brien Road, Carlow. Book Now: Email Daragh at info@montessoriireland.ie	Carlow
November	26th Monday	Description: Galway Montessori Education Network Date: Monday 26th November 2018 Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm Topic: Importance of the Sun - Material Making Content: Importance of the Sun materials will be presented and the purpose of this activity, place in curriculum and links to numeracy and literacy development will be explored and discussed. Resource Montessori Manual and Help My Kid Learn - www.helpmykidlearn.ie Please bring Importance of the Sun related material and or activities you may have for discussion and sharing. Please bring Síolta and Aistear manuals to meeting for linking ‘Importance of the Sun’ to Síolta standards, Aistear themes. Making the material for Importance of the Sun activity. Appropriate pictures will be available for making this activity. Open Forum. Materials: Material for Importance of the Sun activity. Appropriate pictures and laminating pouches will be supplied for making this activity. Materials supplied €5.00 payable on the night. Bring: material making kit & tools including laminators and scissors Presenter: Mary Fleming Venue: Menlo Park Hotel & Conference Centre, Terryland, Galway	Galway
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